Barrier Collection (#29)

Restored section of the Great Wall, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mutianyua, (Changcheng), northeast of Beijing, China, Asia

Restored section with watchtowers of the Great Wall (Changcheng), northeast of Beijing, Mutianyu, China, Asia

The Great Wall, Beijing, China, Asia

The Great Wall of China, China, Asia

Elevated panoramic view of the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Beijing, China, Asia

Elevated panoramic view of the Jinshanling section, Great Wall of China, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Beijing, China, Asia

People on the Badaling section, the Great Wall of China, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Beijing, China, Asia

Jinshanling section, the Great Wall of China, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Beijing, China, Asia

China Cholera 1911
When cholera rages in Manchuria, the Great Wall serves as a barrier to keep out refugees seeking to enter China

Underground Station / 1928
A ticket inspector waits at the barrier of an unknown London underground station to check tickets; there is also a magazine and book stand and a Peters chocolate machine

Hs Wall-Cockmount Hill
A view of Hadrians Wall on Cockmount Hill. Archaeological evidence suggests that the wall rarely saw large scale military conflicts, and acted more as a control barrier

Crinoline Destroys Love
Frustrated at every turn poor Adolphus, defeated by the crinoline, decides to leave the fashion conscious Kitty. Whale bone and metal triumph over love

Crinoline Prevents Kiss
Adolphus is foiled in his attempts to obtain a kiss from his beloved. The new fashion is proving a barrier to matrimony and intimacy between the sexes

Crinoline Hampers Walk
Kitty & Adolphus attempt a country walk but her fashionable silhouette creates yet another barrier between them & happiness. Fido, her dog makes a break for freedom

Antarctic / Cape Crozier
Antarctic: the Great Ice Barrier, looking east from Cape Crozier

Policeman (Petherick)
London characters: the POLICEMAN, friend to the well- behaved, foe to the miscreant, protector of the peaceful, upholder of law and order

Flood in Swiss Valley
Torrents of mud fill a Swiss valley when a lake breaks its natural barrier

Great Ice Barrier / Scott
The great ice barrier, looking east from Cape Crozier in Antarctica

Australia / Barrier Reef
part of the Great Barrier Reef

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"Breaking Barriers: From Roger Bannister to Heart Reef" Roger Bannister - First sub-4 minute mile at Iffley Road: Witness the moment when barriers were shattered as Roger Bannister defied limits, conquering the elusive sub-4 minute mile at Iffley Road. Sonic boom cloud from an aircraft: In a thunderous roar, the sound barrier is breached, leaving behind a mesmerizing sonic boom cloud that reminds us of humanity's relentless pursuit of progress. Netherlands' Flood Barrier: A testament to human ingenuity and resilience, the Netherlands' flood barrier stands tall against raging waters, safeguarding lives and challenging nature's boundaries. York station in 1953: Amidst adversity and chaos caused by floods in 1953, York station stood strong as a symbol of hope and resilience—a reminder that even amidst turmoil, they can be overcome. Petrol station on Old Brompton Road: Fueling dreams and journeys alike, this petrol station on Old Brompton Road represents more than just convenience—it signifies breaking free from limitations with every drop of fuel pumped. The Amber Fort in Jaipur: Within the majestic walls of India's Amber Fort lies a tale of grandeur where kings once ruled—reminding us that they are not always physical but can also exist within our minds. Ticket barrier at Paddington Station during WWII: During World War II, ticket barriers became more than mere turnstiles—they represented strength amidst adversity as Londoners persevered through dark times with unwavering spirit. The Great Wall of China: Stretching across vast landscapes like an ancient guardian, the Great Wall stands firm against time—an awe-inspiring monument reminding us that unity knows no bounds or borders. Arthur Rackham's Sleeping Beauty illustration.