Compared Collection

Forth Bridge
March 1890: Pictures showing various aspects of building the Forth Bridge: its size compared with the Eiffel Tower; a demonstration of the cantilever process; a cassion being towed into position

Starlight bent by the Suns Attraction: The Einstein Theory
This diagram drawn by W. B. Robinson illustrates Professor Einsteins Theory that light is subject to gravitation. The drawing was based on British observers photographs at the eclipse of the sun

Two skeletons, human and gorilla
A human skeleton compared with that of a gorilla

Mer-People / Look-Alikes
A mermaid compared with the manatee at the Zoological Gardens, London

The most famous buildings of the world 1885
Comparative heights of famous buildings in 1885, including 1. Porcelain Tower, Nankin China. 2. St. Georges Hall Liverpool. 3. Tomb of Thedoric, Ravenna. 4. Chichester Cathedral. 5

Beer drinkers, 19th Century illustration
Beer drinkers. 1858 illustration depicting men drinking beer from various centuries

Royal Navy losses in both World Wars, 1945
Illustration showing the ships lost by the British Royal Navy during the Second World War (main picture) compared with those lost during the First World War (inset bottom right)

Measles Compared
The left boy has MEASLES (rougeole), the middle one SCARLET FEVER (scarlatine), the right SMALLPOX (petite verole volante) Can you spot the difference ?

Size of Argentavis magnificens compared to a human figure
An approximation of the size of Argentavis magnificens (" magnificent Argentine bird", or more literally " magnificent silver bird")

Anti-Corn Law campaign
Buckingham Badger, the Monopolist, compared to Cheap John, the Free Trader, Anti-Corn Law campaign Date: 1842

Singer Building, New York, USA - compared to other Buildings
Promotional card for Singer Sewing Machines, featuring a view of the Singer Building, New York, USA - compared (in height) to other tall Buildings in the UK: Nelsons Column, Dublin

Substantia nigra in Parkinsons disease, illustration
Substantia nigra. Computer illustration showing a degenerated substantia nigra and dopaminergic neurons in Parkinsons disease

HMS Courageous
Royal Navy - HMS Courageous (pennant number 50'), in August 1938. HMS Courageous was the lead ship of her class of three battlecruisers built for the Royal Navy during the First World War

HMS Courageous, aircraft carrier
Royal Navy - HMS Courageous, an aircraft carrier, (formerly a battle-cruiser). HMS Courageous was the lead ship of her class of three battlecruisers built for the Royal Navy during the First World

HMS Courageous - Fleet aircraft carrier
Royal Navy - HMS Courageous, a Courageous-class battlecruiser built for the Royal Navy during the First World War. Designed to support the Baltic Project championed by First Sea Lord John Fisher

Allied bombing compared with the Somme by G. H. Davis
Big damage at low cost: the Allied bombing offensive during the Second World War compared with one day's casualties on the Somme during the First World War

Cartoon, Important Surrender of Copyright, WW1
Cartoon, Important Surrender of Copyright. Showing Bloody Mary (Queen Mary I of England) handing over her title to Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany

Cartoon, The Last Wicket - The Boer War is compared to cricket with a Boer batting and Kitchener as wicket keeper. Date: 1901

A train of 1837 compared with the special Anglo-American Boat Express in 1904 (colour litho)
1092391 A train of 1837 compared with the special Anglo-American Boat Express in 1904 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Comic postcard, Jims girl and my girl compared Date: 20th century

Stonehenge, the Balearic Islands, and Malta, Ancient Temples compared (b / w photo)
1107522 Stonehenge, the Balearic Islands, and Malta, Ancient Temples compared (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stonehenge)

Man and gorilla compared (litho)
6013549 Man and gorilla compared (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man and gorilla compared)

Flask and Ibis, illustration from De distillatione by Giambattista della Porta
486330 Flask and Ibis, illustration from De distillatione by Giambattista della Porta, published 1610 (woodcut) by della Porta

Photographs of sub-standard safes -- Not Ratner. Showing safes which were too easy to break into, or were not fireproof, compared with the superior quality of Ratner safes. Date: circa 1920s

Taste a la mode in 1748 compared with that in 1711 (engraving)
560231 Taste a la mode in 1748 compared with that in 1711 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The United Kingdom, the United States, Germany and France compared (colour litho)
3648957 The United Kingdom, the United States, Germany and France compared (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The United Kingdom, the United States)

Military Christmas compared (engraving)
2785661 Military Christmas compared (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Harrington (fl.1842-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Military Christmas compared)

La Gourde (b / w photo)
3091220 La Gourde (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Gourde. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn; French, out of copyright

Photo finish compared
A page from The Illustrated London News showing a diagram by unknown photographers, comparing a single-exposure race finish to a photo finish

Postcard explaining the currency of Portugal, with equivalent values for other countries. Date: circa 1900

Stonehenge, the Balearic Islands, and Malta, Ancient Temples compared (b / w photo)
1107523 Stonehenge, the Balearic Islands, and Malta, Ancient Temples compared (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stonehenge)

Postcard explaining the currency of Japan, with equivalent values for other countries. circa 1900

The Earl Haig Memorial: First Model and Second Compared (engraving)
602913 The Earl Haig Memorial: First Model and Second Compared (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl Haig Memorial)

Skeleton of an Akka Woman compared with those of a Man of Ordinary Height and Du Chaillus Gorilla (b / w photo)
1046947 Skeleton of an Akka Woman compared with those of a Man of Ordinary Height and Du Chaillus Gorilla (b/w photo) by English photographer

The several columns at Persepolis and Istakhr compared (engraving)
973606 The several columns at Persepolis and Istakhr compared (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Ape compared with Man (engraving)
5202703 The Ape compared with Man (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ape compared with Man. Illustration for Cassells Popular Natural History (c 1880)

The leading systems of shorthand compared (litho)
6013647 The leading systems of shorthand compared (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The leading systems of shorthand compared)

The Tower at Wembley as it will be when complete, compared with The Eiffel Tower (engraving)
1064401 The Tower at Wembley as it will be when complete, compared with The Eiffel Tower (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Vive la classe (colour litho)
3096207 Vive la classe (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vive la classe. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Diagram showing German air-dreadnought, zeppelin compared to a section of buildings in Piccadilly London. Date: 1915

Overland to India
The overland routes from England to India, compared with sea routes. Date: circa 1850

RACIAL CONCEPT / SKULLS
British and German skulls compared - Long-Head versus Short-Head Date: 1915

Sopwith 2F. 1 Camel N7366
RNAS - Fleet Air Arm Sopwith 2F.1 Camel N7366 being started prior to flight.This photo of a Ships Camel shows the lack of hump

Curtiss-Wright propeller blade with wider hollow steel ?
Curtiss-Wright propeller blade with wider hollow steel blades, left, now being fitted onto the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, is compared with the previous blade used on the aircraft

The Gemini, left, and Mercury spacecraft compared

Solar system planets, illustration
Illustration comparing the planets of the Solar System and the Sun on the same scale. The planets are shown to scale relative to each other but their distances are not

Paul CA zanne Terracotta Pots Flowers Pots en terre cuite
Paul Cezanne: Terracotta Pots and Flowers (Pots en terre cuite et fleurs), Paul Cezanne, 1891-1892, Oil on canvas, Cezanne had dozens of household objects in his studio that he would organize into

Grund-riss des Confects auf der koniglichen Tafel, nach dem Caroussel, Beschreibung der Illumination zu Dressden bey der koniglichen sicilianischen in Vollmacht vollzogenen Vermahlung

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"Comparing the Uncomparable: From Forth Bridge to Mer-People Look-Alikes" Step into a world of fascinating comparisons, where the unimaginable becomes reality. Explore the iconic Forth Bridge, standing tall against time, as its majestic structure is compared to starlight bent by the Sun's attraction according to Einstein's theory. Witness an intriguing juxtaposition between two skeletons - one human and one gorilla - revealing our shared origins and interconnectedness. Dive deep into the depths of imagination as mer-people look-alikes captivate your senses. Marvel at their enchanting beauty and ponder how they resemble us in ways we never thought possible. Travel back in time to 1885 and witness a grand spectacle of architectural marvels, comparing the most famous buildings from around the world. Transport yourself to a different era with a glimpse into beer drinkers' lives through a captivating 19th-century illustration. Reflect on how social habits have evolved over time while appreciating our shared love for camaraderie and good spirits. Pay homage to those who sacrificed everything as you explore Royal Navy losses during both World Wars in 1945. Feel their bravery resonate within you as you compare their sacrifices with historical milestones that shaped our world. Discover unexpected connections when measles are compared – unraveling mysteries behind this infectious disease that has affected countless lives throughout history. Experience awe-inspiring moments under a total solar eclipse, where darkness befriends light, reminding us of life's delicate balance. Embark on an adventure aboard HMS Courageous – witness its transformation from an anti-corn law campaign vessel to becoming an aircraft carrier that defied boundaries and redefined naval warfare forever. In this realm of comparisons, let your curiosity guide you towards new perspectives and profound revelations about our past, present, and future. Open your mind to endless possibilities as worlds collide before your eyes in extraordinary ways only limited by imagination itself.