Dera Collection

Kyoto, Japan at the Kiyomizudera Temple during spring season at night

Spring balance brass dial, Samuel Cody Archive
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: The spring balance used by Cody in early engine-thrust tests. Circa 1908, by Salter?s, the brass dial marked to 600lb

Tree and spring balance brass dial, Samuel Cody Archive
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: The spring balance used by Cody in early engine-thrust tests. Circa 1908, by Salter?s, the brass dial marked to 600lb

DTEO - Scottish Aviation Jetstream T. 2 XX475 (msn 206 P/N 05, ex G-AWVJ), operated by DERA West Freugh
DTEO - Scottish Aviation Jetstream T.2 XX475 (msn 206 P/N 05, ex G-AWVJ), operated by DERA West Freugh, at the Royal International Air Tattoo - RAF Fairford 19 July1997

Royal Air Force - Hawker Siddeley Dominie T. 1 XS711 (msn 25024), of No. 55(R) Squadron
Royal Air Force - Hawker Siddeley Dominie T.1 XS711 (msn 25024), of No.55(R) Squadron, at the Royal International Air Tattoo - RAF Fairford 17 July 2004. Date: 2004

Asia, Japan. Kyoto, Sagano, Arashiyama, Otagi Nenbutsu dera temple, stone images

Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto, Japan
Kiyomizu dera, officially Otowa-san Kiyomizu-dera - an independent Buddhist temple in eastern Kyoto. Date: circa 1910s

Japan - A little shrine on Ishi-yama, near Otsu Otsu
Lantern slide of a little shrine on Ishi-yama, near Otsu. Otsu (Otsu-shi) is a small village in Japan. It is located about five miles from Kyoto

1842?-1894 1859. 25 37. 1 Bodhisattva Hiroshige
Kazusa kasamori dera iwatsukuri kannon, Stone image of the Bodhisattva of Mercy at Kasamori Temple in Kazusa. Utagawa, Hiroshige, 1842?-1894, artist, 1859. 1 print : woodcut, color ; 37.1 x 25 cm

Kyoto, Japan - Kimozuji Dera Temple Complex - Sacred stones - Memorial to the suicide (by drowning) of Saigo and Gessho. Date: circa 1905

Kyoto, Japan - Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Pagoda Date: 1906

Mii-dera, formally called Onjo-ji, Buddhist temple, Japan
Mii-dera, formally called Onjo-ji, a Buddhist temple located at the foot of Mount Hiei, in the city of Otsu, in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Date: circa 1910s

Japanese Paper Prayers
At Ishiyama-dera, Japan, people write prayers on pieces of paper which they attach to the black rocks, following the example of two legendary lovers

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"Dera: A Captivating Blend of Aviation, History, and Culture" Step into the world of Dera, where Lockheed C-130K Hercules W. 2 XV208 Snoopy takes flight with grace and power. This iconic aircraft, captured in the Samuel Cody Archive's spring balance brass dial, showcases the marvels of aviation. Transporting us back to 1997, we witness the DTEO - Scottish Aviation Jetstream T. 2 XX475 (msn 206 P/N 05) from DERA West Freugh at the Royal International Air Tattoo - RAF Fairford. The skies come alive as this remarkable jet soars through the air. Fast forward to 2004 when Royal Air Force's Hawker Siddeley Dominie T. 1 XS711 (msn 25024), belonging to No. 55 (R) Squadron graces us with its presence at another edition of the Royal International Air Tattoo - RAF Fairford. The sheer elegance and precision displayed by this aircraft leave spectators in awe. But Dera is not just about aviation; it embraces diverse cultures too. Journey to Kyoto, Japan where Kiyomizu Temple stands tall amidst serene surroundings. Explore Ishi-yama's little shrine near Otsu Otsu or immerse yourself in Sagano's beauty at Arashiyama's Otagi Nenbutsu dera temple adorned with stone images that tell tales of ancient traditions. And let us not forget EH Industries' EH101 Merlin manoeuvring gracefully through open skies – a symbol of technological advancement and innovation. Intriguingly intertwined within these captivating visuals lies a reference to Bodhisattva Hiroshige – an enigmatic figure who left his mark on history during his time from 1842 to1894. His legacy lives on through artistry that transcends time and borders.