Rundown Collection (#4)

Ruins of the ancient theatre of Leptis Magna, Libya, North Africa

Augustus Temple, Leptis Magna, Libya, Africa

ITALY: MONT BLANC. View of Mont Blanc from the Piedmontese village of Val d Aosta. Engraving, mid or late 19th century

FRANCE: FRANCHE-COMTE TOWN. View of the town of Dole in Eastern France, a place similar to the setting of the beginning of Stendhals novel Le Rouge et le Noir, published in 1830

DAILY LIFE: CHORES, c1897. When a Mans Married His Trouble Begins. Stereograph, American, c1897

Old Forum, Leptis Magna, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Remnants of human activity in tidal coastal area at Dutch northcoast
Tidal and coastal area at Dutch northcoast with row of wooden poles showing human activity somewhere in the past with the aim to gain land from the sea

Buddha image at Wat Phu, Laos
Buddha images at the ruins of Wat Phu in Champasak, Laos. Ruins are from the Angkor era and located in the south of Laos

Reflecting the remants of human activity along the Waddensea in the Netherlands
Reflection of a row of wooden poles during sunrise in a tidal environment along the Dutch northcoast

View over grasses, poles en tidal flats of the Wadden sea at Dutch Northcoast
Endless view over the protected nature reserve of the Wadden sea along the northcoast of the Netherlands. In the foreground remnants of human acitivity can be seen (the row of wooden poles)

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Horreo / Granary traditional granary from Galicia (called horreo) Penama, Galicia, Spain Date:

Alice Town, North Bimini, Bahamas

Street scene with typical colourful houses, in rather bad shape. Tirana capital. Albania, Balkan, Europe

An abandoned church in the countryside. In font of the church a typical Albanian bunker such as can be seen all over the country side near the border. Albania, Balkan

Mr Greenfield at an old dilapidated cottage, wich is to be used as a museum in Eynsford, Kent. 12 December 1938

Mr Greenfield brushing the wall of an old dilapidated cottage to be used as a museum in Eynsford, Kent. 12 December 1938

Le Revoir - painted name on facade of house in Wimereux, Pas de Calais, France credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Derelict warehouses under Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

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"Exploring the Beauty of Rundown: From Southbank to Shannon Bridge, a Journey through Time" Step into the past and embrace the allure places that hold stories untold. Free to roam in Middlesbrough's Southbank district during the 1970s, witness the remnants of an era long gone. The O Hanlon Pub at Shannon Bridge beckons with its vintage charm, reminding us that Guinness is indeed good for you. Venture further to Achill Island in County Mayo, where Slievemore stands as a deserted village frozen in time. Amidst Connacht province's rugged landscapes, this forgotten settlement whispers tales of bygone days. Burrishoole Abbey near Newport adds another layer to Ireland's rich history. Its crumbling architecture speaks volumes about centuries-old traditions and religious devotion. Travel across continents to Xe Champhone in Laos, where ancient Buddhist temples house serene Buddhas who have witnessed generations come and go. Their tranquil presence amidst abandoned surroundings offers solace and reflection. Closer to home, Canada reveals its own decaying beauty with collapsing buildings and condemned structures silently narrating their demise under the weight of time. In Aubusson, France, an old Epicerie market store showcases a faded storefront sign from yesteryears—a testament to changing times and evolving tastes. Artistic expressions find their place too; an oil painting captures an old woman spinning yarn inside a barn—an intimate glimpse into rural life preserved on panel. Corner shops like Stoke's remind us of simpler times when communities thrived on local commerce—where neighbors met over daily necessities while sharing stories that echoed through generations. Across Asia lies Angkor—the epitome of architectural marvels intertwined with spiritual beliefs. Bayon temple stands tall amidst lush botany—a reminder that nature reclaims even man-made wonders if left unattended. Glasgow's Rottenrow bears witness to Scotland's urban decay, a haunting reminder of the city's past struggles and resilience.