Timber Collection (page 7)

Wooden madonna
Konrad Szuszkiewicz

close up texture of a burnt tree
engin akyurt

tree stumps in the forest
engin akyurt

Side Aisle, St. Agnes Church, Cawston (b/w photo)
CLF294259 Side Aisle, St. Agnes Church, Cawston (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); (add.info.: it was erected in the late 14th Century by Michael de la Pole)

The Great Hall, Brinsop Court (b/w photo)
CLF294251 The Great Hall, Brinsop Court (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); © Country Life

Western Australia - Jarrah Timber Company At Geographe Bay

Lumberjacks Washington State USA early 1900s

Lumber Yard Washington USA early 1900s

Shipping lumber Washington USA early 1900s

Lumber Mill Washington USA early 1900s

Hauling logs Kettle River Landing Minnesota USA early 1900s

Timber warehouse, Port Sunlight, Wirral

Timber Warehouse, Port Sunlight, early 1900s

A sawmill powered by traction engine, hand coloured photo
A sawmill powered by traction engine, early 1900s, hand coloured photo

Woodcutters, England, Victorian period

Wood cutters

Traction engine powering a saw mill, Victorian period

Wood yard traction engine

Mississippi River paddle steamer, Memphis - early 1900s

Sawing timber, Manchuria, China

Sawing timber in Manchuria, China - early 1900s

Australia Tree Felling Victorian period

Horses hauling timber to Glaisdale Railway Station

Glaisdale Railway Station hauling timber early 1900s

Traction Engine and Sawmill Victorian period Date: 19th century

Taking logs from the river, Montmorency, Quebec, Canada, early 1900s

Sawing wood, China, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s

WW2 - Timber Girl
A front cover illustration for a WW2 children's story book, Timber Girl, written by Phyllis Matthewman. The image portrays a man and woman in conversation, in a woodland setting. Date: 1944

White Star Line, RMS Olympic, pitch pine deck section. 12ins. 3ins. 5ins

Baillie Scott, Cottages, Wimbledon
An architectural sketch which shows the exterior of some timber framed cottages at Wimbledon. Date: early 1900s

The Tudors, Gerrards Cross
An architectural drawing of The Tudors, an Arts and Crafts large timber framed house at Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, designed by Architect Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott. Date: circa 1912

Modernist House At Churt, Surrey
A photograph of a modernist timber frame house at Churt, Surrey, designed in 1936, by architect Anthony M. Chitty. Date: circa 1937

Modernist House At Tewin, Hertfordshire
A photograph showing one of a group of modernist houses at Tewin, Hertfordshire, designed in 1936, by architect Mary B. Crowley

Modernist Group Of Houses, Tewin, Hertfordshire
A photograph showing a group of modernist houses at Tewin, Hertfordshire, designed in 1936, by architect Mary B. Crowley, with walls in brick and a timber roof with blue Staffordshire pantiles

Half Timber House Proposal, Woldsea
An architectural drawing suggesting the plans for a half timbered house to be erected at Woldsea, a garden village project to be built in Lincolnshire. Date: circa 1910

Half Timber House
A photograph which shows a nice, formal pond outside a large half timbered house, a modern reproduction of Stragglethirp Old Hall in Lincolnshire. Date: circa 1929

Angel Inn, Guildford
An etching of the Angel Inn, one of Guildford's large coaching inns established in the middle ages, with Jacobean or Tudor timber framing

Industrial Dock
This painting shows a man with some rope, with some boats at a dock surrounded by industrial buildings. Stacks of timber are contained in one of the vessels. Date: circa 1915

Japan - Timber Dealer
Timber Dealer, Japan. Date: circa 1920s

Archaeological dig at Glastonbury
Archaeological finds for a dig in Glastonbury summerset. Seen are the Timber Foundation and Palisading at the Glastonbury Lake Village, a ladder found, a reaping-hook and some weaving combs

Carpenter's Shop, British Lion Films, Beaconsfield Studio
The Carpenter's Shop, British Lion Films, Beaconsfield Studio Date: 1929

Forestry Pavilion, Paris Exhibition of 1889
Forestry Pavilion, Universal Exhibition of Paris, 1889 Date: 1889

Sawing Timber - India. Date: circa 1910s

Arab man by Dead Sea, Holy Land
Arab man seated on the shore of the Dead Sea, Holy Land. Date: 1920s

Cremating bodies at the waterside, India. Date: circa 1890s

Wood for cremations, Benares (Varanasi), India
Wood piled up in preparation for cremations at Benares (Varanasi), Uttar Pradesh, India. Date: circa 1890s

Ben Rubner, General Secretary of the FTAT union
Ben Rubner (1921-1998), General Secretary of the Furniture, Timber and Allied Trades Union (FTAT) from 1976 to 1986. He also campaigned against the Vietnam War

Interior Doorway, Wells Cathedral (b/w photo)
CLF294151 Interior Doorway, Wells Cathedral (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); © Country Life

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"Timber: A Timeless Resource and Symbol of Strength" From the majestic Oak Tree, scientifically known as Quercus, to the intricate Victorian Botanical Illustrations capturing its beauty, it has played a significant role in England's history. In Chesterfield, ancient forests provided the raw materials for construction and shipbuilding, including the legendary Sutton Hoo ship burial. Traveling southwest to Cornwall's Levant Mine on July 11th, 1894, timber supported miners' endeavors deep underground. Meanwhile, rowing boats gracefully glided across Ambleside's waters (N060978), their wooden frames echoing centuries-old craftsmanship. Dungeness Beach witnessed fishing boats made from sturdy timber (J070051) braving treacherous waves in pursuit of abundant catches. In Lambeth's Timber Yard of 1916 (BL23561_029), workers skillfully handled logs amidst wartime challenges during World War II's Blitz. Londoners sought solace amid chaos on Balham High Road during WWII; yet even then, advertisements showcased Libertys' new shops - a testament to London's resilience and enduring love for quality timber products. Across borders in Swansea, South Wales stood Landore Viaduct under construction - an engineering marvel relying heavily on robust timbers. Meanwhile, a house carpenter meticulously planed a board on his bench – showcasing timeless woodworking skills passed down through generations. Finally crossing continents to Nevada's Cal-Neva Lodge entrance in the USA revealed grandeur crafted from fine timber - symbolizing elegance and warmth that transcends geographical boundaries. Throughout history and across cultures, timber remains an invaluable resource embodying strength and versatility. From supporting structures like ships and mines to providing livelihoods for craftsmen worldwide – this caption celebrates the enduring legacy as both practical necessity and artistic inspiration.