Lifting Collection (page 4)

"New helpers for the transport industry come on the scene", propaganda poster from the Chinese Cultural
RDA78558 "New helpers for the transport industry come on the scene", propaganda poster from the Chinese Cultural Revolution

Florida, Boca Raton, tugboat cruising on the Intracoastal Waterway

Florida, Miami Beach, South Beach, Carol A. Feuerman's sculpture called STRENTH

Dumbbell Workout
Frank Ma

Metal shed in winter, Nulato, Alaska, USA
Detail of sheet metal patterns curling on the side of a corrugated metal shed patched together in winter; Nulato, Interior Alaska, Alaska, United States of America

CAT. sleepy tabby kitten laying on its back with paws up, one eye open Date: 18-03-2019

CAT. kitten laying on its back with paws up, mouth open, laugh, smile Date: 18-03-2019

MAMMAL. Pet Hamster, lifting old fashioned weights, studio

Air bladders lifting strands of giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) towards the surface, off Santa Barbara Island, California, USA

Comic postcard, Pretty young woman, someone coming Date: 20th century

Partick Thistle 4-1 Celtic, Scottish League Cup Final, Hampden Park, Saturday 23rd October 1971. Our picture shows... Partick Thistle manager, Davie McFarland

1966 Ladies Singles Final, Wimbledon, Billie Jean King v Maria Bueno, Wimbledon Tennis Championships, Saturday 2nd July 1966. Billie Jean King wins in three sets (6?3, 3?6, 6?1)

Disabled youngsters from Ormesby Comprehensive School have done their bit to bring a prestigious national sporting trophy to the North East

Manchesters oldest building, the Shambles, is rising to new heights, but its not quite as easy as ganger man Pat Hegarty makes it look

The lifting of the Old Shambles in the centre of Manchester begins with a lift of about half an inch. 22nd July 1971

Liverpool 3-1 Everton, FA Cup Final 1986, Wembley Stadium, Saturday 10th May 1986. Post Match Scenes. Craig Johnston

Chris Garland of Chelsea weight-training ahead of Chelseas Division One clash with league leaders Liverpool, pictured November 1972

Wrestler Geoff Condliffe known as Count Bartelli lifting a car. May 1980 P005662

Weightlifter Louis Martin training in Rawdon Street where he lives in Derby. The man who did more to raise the sport of weightlifting than any other by winning his gold medal at the Olympics

Lifting water water from the Nile using a shadouf, Nag Hammadi, Egypt, 1898. Creator
Raising water from the Nile, Nag Hammadi, Egypt, 1898. Fellaheen lifting water from the River Nile for irrigation using a shadouf. Wasser [?] Fellaheen bei Nagh-Aamadi

Mail arriving by boat in Calshot Harbour, Tristan de Cunha
Tristan de Cunha - Mail arriving by boat in Calshot Harbour. Tristan da Cunha, colloquially Tristan, is a remote group of volcanic islands in the south Atlantic Ocean which includes Gough Island

Wooden lifting bridge over the Langerei canal, Bruges, Belgium

Granite Quarries, Trawool, Victoria, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Granite Quarries, Trawool, Victoria, 1901. Trawool in central Victoria, on the middle reaches of the Goulburn River, first explored by Hume and Hovell in 1824, was later settled as a sheep station

Picture No. 12478956
Oriental chocolate spotted tabby kitten outside Date:

Charlie Chaplin in London - Arrival at Victoria Station
Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977) English comic actor, filmmaker, and composer - arriving in London - A wild arrival at Victoria Station with the star resorting to sitting on the roof of his cab as

Karl Wilhelm Diefenbach silhouette from Divine Youth series
Karl Wilhelm Diefenbach silhouette from the Divine Youth series - a weightlifter. Date: 1911

German Men at an open air spa, taking exercise, playing cards and lifting weights. Date: circa 1905

Leaf cutter ant (Atta sp) female worker carrying leaf to nest, with a smaller minor ant riding. The minors job is to protect her sister from parasitic flies. Costa Rica, December

Le Pot de Chambre, 1908. Artist: Konstantin Somov
Le Pot de Chambre, 1908. Illustration from the Livre de la Marquise. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

The Baptism of Jesus by St John the Baptist, c1334. Artist: Vardan Lorets i
The Baptism of Jesus by St John the Baptist, c1334. St John and Jesus, with his hand lifted in blessing with three fingers raised

The Raised Skirt, 1742. Artist: Francois Boucher
The Raised Skirt, 1742. From a private collection

First Division school class exercising with barbells in schoolyard, Washington, D.C. (1899?)

RAF Chinook Mk3
A Mk 3 Chinook from RAF Odiham practices landing in a confined area. The Chinook is a very capable and versatile support helicopter that can be operated in many diverse environments ranging from cold

Balloon test flight by Vicente Lunardi (1754-1806)
History of Air Transport. 18th century. Balloon test flight by Vicente Lunardi (1754-1806) before King Charles IV and the entire royal family, on January 8, 1793. Etching on paper by Jose Rodriguez

Balloon ascent of Vicente Lunardi (1754-1806) on the Buen Retiro, August 12, 1792. Etching on paper, circa 1793. History Museum. Madrid. Spain

White Star Line, RMS Olympic, with crane, on postcard (back)
White Star Line, RMS Olympic, rare original postcard by Walton of Belfast, either 1910 or 1911 - as seen here, it was posted from Northern Ireland much later, in 1939

White Star Line, RMS Olympic, with crane, on a postcard
White Star Line, RMS Olympic, rare original postcard by Walton of Belfast, either 1910 or 1911 (posted from Northern Ireland much later)

Vietnamese Patriotic Poster - Advance to Victory! Date: circa mid-1970s

The Torn Gown
A portrait painting of a young woman lifting the hem of her white, decorative dress, which, unfortunately, has been torn. Date: circa 1918

Lifting Clouds
A landscape oil painting of an old shepherdess with her flock of sheep, gathered by a pond on some broad grasslands. Date: circa 1917

Bristol Bloodhound surface to air missile test round carried by a side lifting crane for removing / placing missiles from / on launchers and servicing stands. Date: circa 1962

London Fire Brigade - Southwark Headquarters 1896
Rescue drill at Southwark headquarters. Date: 1896

The Sheep-Eater of Hindustan, No. 1, Lifting the sheep from the ground with his teeth only. 1832

The Roof Raising Defence to Defeat Dive-Bombers
Latest device drawn by William Heath Robinson to defeat the dive bombers is a roof-raising by system of cogs, balloons and other lifting machinery. Date: 1941

Tower Bridge opening its bascules to let tall ships go past. Date: 1900

Margot Fonteyn dancing with Michael Somes
Prima ballerina Dame Margot Fonteyn (1919-1991) dancing a pas de deux with Michael Somes (1917-1994). They were frequent dancing partners in the Royal Ballet company. Date: circa 1950s

Women in short or long dresses emptying bowls, lifting a basket. Date: 1887

Laying big main water pipes, Southwark and Vauxhall 1900
Photograph showing engineers and assistants lifting up heavy large circular piping with a crane ready to be put underground, in the streets of South London

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"Lifting: A Journey through Time and Strength" In the 1966 World Cup Final at Wembley Stadium, July 1966, England's captain lifted the trophy high in triumph as they defeated West Germany with a score of 4-2. The Coventry Climax Engines ET199 marked a significant milestone as it became the first British-produced forklift truck, revolutionizing lifting capabilities across industries. Illustrated in "Railway Ribaldry" by W Heath Robinson, comical contraptions showcased imaginative ways objects, bringing humor to this essential task. Holding up the R101 airship demonstrated not only physical strength but also engineering marvels that allowed humans to conquer new heights. Picture No. 11770524 captures the awe-inspiring Forth Bridge standing tall over Queensferry Pier, showcasing exceptional engineering prowess and its ability to lift trains above waterways. A majestic Buddha statue from 1790 symbolizes spiritual enlightenment and upliftment of one's soul through inner strength and wisdom. Tagine, a typical Moroccan food cooked in an earthenware pot called tagine itself represents culinary artistry that lifts our taste buds with exotic flavors and aromas. LFCDA-LFB Fire Rescue tenders exemplify bravery as firefighters lift heavy equipment to save lives during emergencies, displaying their unwavering dedication towards public safety. Winching men up from the coalface in Wales depicts arduous labor where miners relied on teamwork and sheer determination to extract valuable resources from deep within the earth's crust. Lake Geneva at Evian-les-Bains offers waterskiing enthusiasts an exhilarating experience as they defy gravity while being lifted effortlessly by powerful speedboats amidst breathtaking scenery. Biomechanics captured in historical artwork showcases how human bodies adapt movements efficiently by leveraging muscles' power effectively during various forms of exercise or sports activities. "Lifting" encompasses more than just physical strength.