Pantechnicon Collection

Laden Donkey owned by a Bakhtiari Tribesman, Iran - this lantern slide has the caption - A Bakhtiari Tribesmans Pantechnicon !

The Burning of the Pantechnicon (engraving)
1105541 The Burning of the Pantechnicon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of the Pantechnicon)

Searching the Ruins of the Pantechnicon (engraving)
1058448 Searching the Ruins of the Pantechnicon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Searching the Ruins of the Pantechnicon)

The Great Fire at Pantechnicon, View of the Ruins (engraving)
1058419 The Great Fire at Pantechnicon, View of the Ruins (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire at Pantechnicon, View of the Ruins)

Source Size = 3972 x 2739
Ruins of the Belgrave Pantechnicon, London, 1874

Source Size = 1684 x 1691
The Burning of the Pantechnicon: the Motcomb Street Front, London, 1874

Source Size = 3919 x 2945
The Burning of the Pantechnicon: the Fire, Seen from Belgrave Square, London, 1874

Source Size = 1670 x 1701
The Burning of the Pantechnicon: the Fire, Seen from the Roof of Rices Stables, London, 1874

Police and strikers during railway strike, Dublin
Police holding strikers back to allow non-union men to pass to Kingsbridge Station (now known as Heuston Station) in Dublin, Ireland. 1911

Article on Pantechnicon
A page from the Illustrated London News with an article on the burning of the Belgrave Pantechnicon, a fire that destroyed most of the building

Pantechnicon Fire Report
Page of The Graphic featuring an article on the burning of the Pantechnicon in Belgravia, a fire that destroyed most of the building complex

Ruins of Pantechnicon
Firemen pick over rubble in the ruins of the Belgrave Pantechnicon after the fire that destroyed most of the building complex

Burning of Pantechnicon
The burning of the Pantechnicon in Motcomb Street, Belgravia: scenes of the fire which devastated the building

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In the heart of history, lies a tale of mystery and destruction. Meet the pantechnicon, an enigmatic entity that has witnessed both triumph and tragedy throughout its existence. From being a Laden Donkey owned by a Bakhtiari Tribesman to becoming an emblematic Semi-Trailer Truck, this captivating creature has left its mark on countless lives. The Burning of the Pantechnicon engraving immortalizes a devastating event that shook the very foundations of its existence. Flames danced with fury as they consumed this once majestic vehicle, reducing it to mere ashes. Yet amidst the chaos, hope emerged from the darkness as brave souls embarked on Searching the Ruins of the Pantechnicon in search for answers and remnants of what was lost. The Great Fire at Pantechnicon, View of the Ruins engraving captures a haunting scene where destruction reigns supreme. The magnitude is overwhelming; one cannot help but feel awe-struck by such devastation. With Source Sizes ranging from 3972 x 2739 to 1670 x 1701 pixels, these images serve as powerful reminders of how fragile life can be. But beyond tragedy lies resilience and unity. In Police and strikers during railway strike, Dublin photograph we witness ordinary people coming together in times of strife - their determination etched upon their faces like battle scars. This image reminds us that even amidst chaos, humanity prevails. Curiosity piqued? Dive into Article on Pantechnicon for an in-depth exploration into this enigmatic phenomenon's history and significance throughout time. And if you seek answers regarding its fiery demise or wish to understand how such events unfolded, delve into the pages Fire Report - an invaluable resource shedding light on this dark chapter. From humble beginnings as a Laden Donkey owned by a Bakhtiari Tribesman to becoming synonymous with transportation through ages as a Semi-Trailer Truck – the pantechnicon has left an indelible mark on history.