Containment Collection

Aircraft drops fire retardant
Israel, Haifa Carmel Mountain Forest, Aircraft dropping fire retardant on a wildfire

Amulet Container (Ga'u) 1900-1920
5304650 Amulet Container (Ga'u) 1900-1920.; (add.info.: Men wore this type of shrine-shaped amulet container when travelling, strapped to their waist or across a shoulder)

18th Century Mughal Powder bowl
5304644 18th Century Mughal Powder bowl.; (add.info.: 18th century, Mughal Powder bowl from Kashmir, India.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Amulet Container (Ga'u) 1900-1920
5304648 Amulet Container (Ga'u) 1900-1920.; (add.info.: Men wore this type of shrine-shaped amulet container when travelling, strapped to their waist or across a shoulder)

Hand Reaching Out For Bird

Cisterns of Tawila, near Crater (Kraytar), Aden
Cisterns of Tawila (Tawila Tanks), near Crater (Kraytar, Seera), British colony of Aden (now in Yemen). An ancient historic site with a capacity for millions of gallons of water

Dark clouds of smoke and fire emerge as oil burns during a controlled fire in the
Gulf of Mexico, May 6, 2010 - Dark clouds of smoke and fire emerge as oil burns during a controlled fire in the Gulf of Mexico. The U.S

Gathered concentrated oil burns during a controlled oil fire in the Gulf of Mexico
Venice, Louisiana, May 5, 2010 - Gathered concentrated oil burns during a controlled oil fire in the Gulf of Mexico. The U.S

Coal silos C018 / 0045
Coal silos at Avonmouth coal terminal, Avon, UK

Greenhouse effect on Venus, artwork C017 / 0784
Greenhouse effect on Venus. Computer artwork of the surface of Venus, showing how the heat from the Sun is trapped in the planets atmosphere

Avian flu containment, conceptual art
Avian flu control, conceptual computer artwork. Quarantine and culling of infected birds can help to slow or prevent the spread of the disease

Bird flu containment, conceptual art
Bird flu containment measures. Conceptual computer artwork of a sign indicating " no poultry", intended to halt the spread of avian influenza (bird flu)

Pollution control exercise
MODEL RELEASED. Pollution control exercise. Technician explaining the use of an inflatable boom to a group during a training exercise at a beach

Pollution control
MODEL RELEASED. Pollution control. Technician inflating a boom on a shingle beach during a training exercise. A boom is an inflatable piece of equipment used in the containment of oil spills

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"Containment: From Cellardyke to Venus, the Battle Against Chaos" In the quaint coastal village of Cellardyke, Fife, Scotland, a sense of calm prevails. But even here, the concept has played a crucial role in preserving order and safety. As an aircraft drops fire retardant over raging flames threatening nearby homes and forests, it symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit to control destructive forces. Across continents and time periods, containment takes on various forms. In the cisterns of Tawila near Crater (Kraytar), Aden, efforts are made to confine water for sustenance amidst arid surroundings. Similarly, during Paris' confinement at the height of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions, citizens found solace within their own four walls as they battled an invisible enemy. History reveals instances where containment was employed to maintain social equilibrium. Police officers dispersing striking employees of Streetcar in New York back in 1886 exemplify how authority sought to contain unrest and protect societal harmony. Yet not all forms are born out of conflict or crisis; some reflect our desire for connection with nature. The image capturing a hand reaching out for a bird signifies our yearning to embrace wildlife while ensuring its well-being within defined boundaries. However, there are times when we must confront darker aspects that require controlled measures. Dark clouds billowing from oil fires serve as reminders that containing environmental disasters demands swift action and responsible practices - be it during controlled fires or offshore incidents like those witnessed in the Gulf of Mexico. Even industrial landscapes bear witness to containment efforts; coal silos stand tall as guardians against potential hazards while greenhouse gases on Venus depict extreme consequences when natural limits are exceeded. From battling wildfires to managing labor disputes or safeguarding ecosystems from harm's way - these glimpses into "containment" reveal our innate human instinct: striving for balance between chaos and order in every facet of life.