Search Results

Advanced search parameters have been applied.

[American Airlines aircraft]

Description: Photograph of an American Airlines aircraft. The aircraft has two propellers attached to its wing, and the American Airlines company name and logo are printed on the fuselage. The words "Flagship New York" are printed along the forward left side of aircraft's body. Passengers climb a staircase to board the aircraft towards the aft, and a truck sits behind the opposite side of the aircraft. A man looks on towards the aircraft from an observation area, which is enclosed by a barrier wall with a l… more
Date: 192X/1996
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Road running through a settlement or town]

Description: Photograph of a road running through a settlement or town. On either side of the road are narrow sidewalks. The building on the left features a handful of arched windows and entryways, and on the right of the road is a large concrete wall. Additional buildings line the street into the distance. The image was printed on Agfa-Lupex photography paper. This photograph was taken by Victor Oppenheim during his travels as a geologist and explorer in the south and South American regions.
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Road running through a settlement or town]

Description: Photograph of a road running through a settlement or town. On either side of the road are narrow sidewalks. The building on the left features a handful of arched windows and entryways, and on the right of the road is a large concrete wall. Additional buildings line the street into the distance. On the photograph's reverse side is a small, hand-drawn shape, possibly a cursive letter. This photograph was taken by Victor Oppenheim during his travels as a geologist and explorer in the south and Sou… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Landmarks at the National Mall, Washington, D.C.]

Description: Photograph of Lincoln Memorial and Arlington Memorial Bridge as seen from the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C. The Rainbow Pool sits at the bottom of the image, and just beyond is the Reflecting Pool that extends to the Lincoln Memorial. The pools are lined with pathways and are encircled by trees, and an additional patch of forestry sits on the image's left. The Lincoln Memorial is surrounded by shrubbery and an encircling roadway. Just behind and to the left is the Arlington Memorial B… more
Date: 193X/1997
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[American Airlines aircraft]

Description: Photograph of an American Airlines aircraft. The aircraft has two propellers attached to its wing, and the American Airlines company name and logo are printed on the fuselage. The words "Flagship New York" are printed along the forward left side of aircraft's body. Passengers climb a staircase to board the aircraft towards the aft, and a truck sits behind the opposite side of the aircraft. A man looks on towards the aircraft from an observation area, which is enclosed by a barrier wall with a l… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[United States Capitol in Washington, D.C.]

Description: Photograph of the United States Capitol, taken from a distance at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The foreground of the image features a sidewalk beside a grassy patch with trees, as well as a roadway on the right that leads straight towards the Capitol building. Several cars are parked sequentially along the left side of the street, while others drive on the intersecting roadway in the background. A pedestrian in the distance walks upon the pavement. This photograph was taken by Victor O… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.]

Description: Photograph of the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The large building features a dome or short tower at its center, atop which sits a smaller dome. An American flag flies upon a pole on the roof of the building's left side. In the lower left, trees stand over several cars that are parked in lots. On the right, there is an abundance of trees and shrubbery lining the roadway upon which multiple cars are parked sequentially. A sidewalk cuts through the landscape at the center and diverges t… more
Date: 193X/195X
Creator: Rideout
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.]

Description: Photograph of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. A sidewalk runs horizontally across the foreground of the image, and dense shrubbery surrounds the building. Two pillars with goblet-shaped sculptures upon them stand on either side of the stairway leading up to the monument, and the building itself is encircled by several tall marble columns. Foliage from treetops peeks in at the top and upper sides of the photograph. The image was printed on Velox photographic paper. This print was kept b… more
Date: 193X/1997
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Washington Monument in Washington, D.C.]

Description: Photograph of the Washington Monument at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The foreground of the image features a flat, grassy field, as well as a roadway that runs from the lower left side of the image and into the distance. A string of trees lines the roadway, and several vehicles are parked sequentially along its left side. A sidewalk cuts horizontally through the field in the foreground, and a group of five pedestrians walk towards it from the street. The Washington Monument stands tall… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Smithsonian Institution Building in Washington, D.C.]

Description: Photograph of the north side of the Smithsonian Institution Building in Washington, D.C. The building is sometimes referred to as Smithsonian Castle, given its architectural design which includes towers, spires, and an abundance of windows. A large rounded window sits above the arched entryway at the building's center. In front of the entryway is a sculpture of Joseph Henry, the Smithsonian Institution's first president, fixated upon a platform. A tree stands in front of both the left and right… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Condor at the Altar de la Patria at Campo de Carabobo, Venezuela]

Description: Photograph of a part of the Altar de la Patria, a monument at Campo de Carabobo in Carabobo, Venezuela. This section of the monument sits to the side of the monument's centerpiece. At the top of the pedestal sits a condor with its wings spread open. Near the bottom are two additional platforms with emblems mounted on their sides, and atop each of these platforms sits a bronze lion. A statue of an individual stands between the two lions. The monument is buttressed by a buildup of rocks and stone… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Altar de la Patria at Campo de Carabobo, Venezuela]

Description: Photograph of the Altar de la Patria, a monument at Campo de Carabobo in Carabobo, Venezuela. The monument features multiple statues of significant historical figures. At the top is Simón Bolívar, mounted upon a horse. His statue is buttressed by other sculpted figures. On both sides below the center platform, there are three additional platforms descending in height. The level directly below the Bolívar sculpture features two figures on either side, riding upon horses and wielding weapons. Bel… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois]

Description: Photograph of Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. Both a sidewalk and a roadway run from the foreground of the image and into the background. A few pedestrians walk along the sidewalk, which is lined with numerous streetlamps. In the foreground to the right of the sidewalk is a patch of grass with several trees and shrubs. A Coca-Cola sign is visible in the distance. On the left, an abundance of skyscrapers line the street far into the distance. A double-decker bus sits beside the storefront … more
Date: 193X/1950
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Roadway running through a town]

Description: Photograph of a busy roadway running through a town. The road runs from the foreground of the image and far into the distance. Cars drive along the left side of the road, and on that same side there are various trees and buildings, one of which is a used car and truck dealership. On the right side of the road are several vehicles parked in front of storefronts; the foremost store is Stoners Grocery-Market. Utility poles run along both roadsides, and their wiring connects above. On the photograp… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Shoreline on the beach in Galveston, Texas]

Description: Photograph of beach-goers on the shore in Galveston, Texas. A few pedestrians walk upon the sidewalk above the sea wall, and at the bottom of the sea wall are several large rock fragments. Beach-goers walk along the sandy beach, sit underneath umbrellas, or rest along the shoreline. A barrier runs from the rocky seawall and extends into the water, and a long pier stands in the background above the ocean tides. There is a cluster of buildings in the distance on the left-hand side. On the photogr… more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Cars driving upon a city street]

Description: Photograph of a street view in a city, possibly in San Antonio, Texas. A roadway stretches from the foreground into the distance, and several cars drive upon the street or are parked along its left side. On the right, a woman walks along a sidewalk and passes by a streetlamp. A string of trees runs along the right side of the pavement, and a tall building with the company name Maverick-Clarke posted upon it sits just behind the trees' foliage. On the left, a couple walks side-by-side next to a … more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Businesses along a one-way city street]

Description: Photograph of a one-way city street. Several cars drive upon the roadway, or are parked along its right side. There are several buildings on the left: Durham's Business College stands at the forefront, and directly behind is a community loan and financing company. On the right, there are various storefronts, including the Texas Store. Additional buildings and business signage line the street, and a man walks along the sidewalk in front of them. Multiple buildings sit in the image's background; … more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Metropolitan Cathedral in the Distrito Federal, Mexico]

Description: Photograph of the Metropolitan Cathedral in the Federal District of central Mexico. On both the left and right sides of the building are bell towers that stand tall above the building's center and are topped with crosses. A domed part of the building is partially visible behind the right tower. At the center of the facade is the cathedral's main entrance, and above is a clock with statues fixated upon it. Several pedestrians walk along the sidewalk below the building. A roadway runs across the … more
Date: 193X/1997
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Sidewalk lined with trees]

Description: Photograph of a sidewalk lined with trees. The only visible subjects of the image are on its left-hand side. To the right of the trees, there is a rocky barrier that slopes downwards, possibly towards a river. There is a structure in the lower corner which is perhaps a boat with a wooden canopy. From the left, the image fades into darkness, with several small white specks running across it. This photograph was taken by Victor Oppenheim during his travels as a geologist and explorer in the North… more
Date: 193X/1947
Creator: Oppenheim, Victor
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Bay Street in the city of Toronto]

Description: Postcard of Bay Street in the city of Toronto within Ontario, Canada. A roadway runs from the bottom of the image towards the clock tower of the Old City Hall in the distance. Several buses, cars, and pedestrians fill the street and sidewalks. Both sides of the street are lined with buildings of varying heights. The buildings on the left stand significantly tall and tower over the roadway below. At the bottom of one such building is a hanging sign that reads "The Trusts and Guarantee Company Li… more
Date: 193X/1955
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Bay Street in the city of Toronto]

Description: Postcard of Bay Street in the city of Toronto within Ontario, Canada. A roadway runs from the bottom of the image towards the clock tower of the Old City Hall in the distance. Several buses, cars, and pedestrians fill the street and sidewalks. Both sides of the street are lined with buildings of varying heights. The buildings on the left stand significantly tall and tower over the roadway below. At the bottom of one such building is a hanging sign that reads "The Trusts and Guarantee Company Li… more
Date: 193X/1955
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[University of Toronto and Provincial Parliament Buildings]

Description: Postcard of an aerial view of the University of Toronto (L) and the Provincial Parliament Buildings (R) within the city of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. The university's Front Campus is surrounded by campus buildings on the left, and on the right is another grassy patch with sidewalks cutting through in front of the Parliament Buildings. The abundant buildings are surrounded by numerous trees and roadways. Words printed on the postcard's backside name Airmaps Limited as the publisher and encourag… more
Date: 193X/1955
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
Back to Top of Screen