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**Lyn** @LynChen@pixelfed.social · 1h

Antique and dusty balance scale (~1900), made of brass

#photography #photographyisart #fotografie #fuji #fujifilm #art #photo #35mm #macro #makro #macrophotography #closeup #historic #history #historical #nostalgia #geschichte #old #scales #weightmanagement

The image shows a close-up of an antique balance scale, made of brass around 1900, standing on a wooden surface. The focus is on the central pillar and the small decorative metal weights, which appear slightly worn and aged. The scale’s pan is visible on the right side, hanging by delicate metal chains. The lighting in the image is warm and soft, emphasizing the metallic sheen and the texture of the wooden background. The shallow depth of field creates a sense of depth, drawing attention to the intricate details of the scale.

#weightmanagement

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 3h

Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

City: Bernau bei Berlin, Germany
Tourist attraction: St. Marien

What's the most romantic sightseeing spot you've visited?

Check out more sights in Bernau bei Berlin: https://visitsights.com/sights/Germany/Bernau%20bei%20Berlin

#Church #Sights #BernauBeiBerlin #Tourism #Attraction #Religion #Sightseeing #Amenity #Building #Travel #Heritage #PlaceOfWorship #Christian #Germany #Historic

The image appears to show a brick church or cathedral with a prominent clock tower and a steeply pitched roof. The building features a combination of architectural styles, likely including elements typical of Gothic or medieval design, given the shape and materials. Surrounding the church are modern urban elements like buildings and street signs, indicating it is situated in a city or town. Overall, it reflects a blend of historic and contemporary architecture.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / Subbass1 / CC BY-SA 4.0

**Gary Threlfall** @Threlly@pixelfed.social · 9h

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 9h

Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

Town: Budapest, Hungary
Tourist attraction: Akseli Gallen-Kallela

Do you prefer sightseeing tours that are private or group tours?

Experience attractive sights in Budapest: https://visitsights.com/sights/Hungary/Budapest

#Travel #Stele #Memorial #Budapest #Historic #Sightseeing #Sights #Hungary

The image depicts a man standing on snow while wearing vintage winter clothing, including a jacket, cap, and ski gear. He is holding ski poles and appears to be posing on top of a snowy hill, with a winter landscape visible in the background. The photo has a historical feel, suggesting it might be from the early 20th century.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / K. O. Lindeqvist (1858–1927) / Public domain

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 12h

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Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

Region: Atlanta, United States
Attraction: Rhodes Hall

What is your favorite sightseeing destination and why?

See beautiful sights in Atlanta: https://visitsights.com/sights/United%20States/Atlanta

#Travel #Tourism #House #Historic #Sights #Museum #Atlanta #UnitedStates #Sightseeing #Building

The image features a prominent building that appears to be a historical mansion with a distinct architectural style, characterized by stone walls, turrets, and a detailed facade. It is set near modern buildings, indicating a blend of historical and contemporary architecture. The surrounding area includes well-maintained landscaping and a fence, suggesting it is a maintained property. The clear blue sky and greenery add to the pleasant setting.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / JJonahJackalope / CC BY-SA 4.0

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 18h

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Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

Region: Königswinter, Germany
Tourist attraction: Dampflok Nr.2

Do you like to take sightseeing tours that focus on a particular theme?

Go on a sightseeing adventure in Königswinter: https://visitsights.com/sightseeing-tours/Germany/K%C3%B6nigswinter

#Germany #Sightseeing #Travel #Attraction #Sights #Locomotive #Königswinter #Historic #Heritage #Tourism

The image shows a green vintage tram or electric train positioned on tracks in a scenic area. The tram has a distinctive retro design, featuring a streamlined shape and windows. In the background, there are trees and a hilly landscape, indicating a rural or natural setting. The overall atmosphere suggests a peaceful, possibly tourist-friendly location.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / Tohma / CC BY-SA 4.0

**Open Eye** @pesrac021@mastodon.social · 21h

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Open Eye @pesrac021@mastodon.social

#male #art #historic

**Romain Becker** @romainbecker@mastodon.opencloud.lu · 21h

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Romain Becker @romainbecker@mastodon.opencloud.lu

Une belle soirée à Marville ( Meuse) avec ses maisons renaissance.
It was a beautiful evening at Marville with its Renaissance buildings.

#silentsunday #France #Meuse

**Gary Threlfall** @Threlly@pixelfed.social · 23h

**Lyn** @LynChen@pixelfed.social · 1d

Lyn @LynChen@pixelfed.social

Close-up of an antique Chilean telephone from the early 20th century

#photography #fotografie #fuji #fujifilm #art #photo #35mm #macro #makro #macrophotography #closeup #historic #history #historical #nostalgia #geschichte #old #chile

#chile

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 1d

Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

Town: Graz, Austria
Tourist attraction: Schoeller-Bleckmann „Phoenix“

Do you like to travel solo or with a group on a sightseeing tour?

Don't wait to see the sights of Graz: https://visitsights.com/sights/Austria/Graz

#Sightseeing #Graz #Historic #Sights #Locomotive #Travel #Austria

The image features a lineup of vintage steam locomotives, showcasing several different models positioned on tracks at night. Some of the trains have steam visibly rising from their smokestacks, indicating they may be operational or recently used. The setting appears to be a roundhouse or similar facility for maintaining and storing trains, with numbers visible above the tracks. The scene conveys a sense of nostalgia for classic railway technology.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / C.Stadler/Bwag / CC BY-SA 4.0

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 1d

Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

Area: Pompei, Italy
Sight: Temple of Jupiter

What's the most historically significant sight you've visited?

See beautiful sights in Pompei: https://visitsights.com/sights/Italy/Pompei

#Tourism #Historic #Pompei #Sightseeing #Attraction #Sights #Italy #Travel #Ruins

The image shows the ruins of an ancient archaeological site, likely from the Roman city of Pompeii. Prominent features include several tall columns, stone structures, and remnants of walls, all under a clear blue sky. The site reflects classical architecture and provides insight into historical urban planning and construction techniques.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / Carla Brain / CC BY-SA 2.0

**Thomas Lottermoser** @hexamanganite@mastodon.social · 2d

Thomas Lottermoser @hexamanganite@mastodon.social

Torso

Munich | Germany
Fujifilm X-100VI
2025

Tags:
#museum #sculpture #statue #torso #antique #historic #greek #roman #monochrome #blackandwhite #blackandwhitephotography #photography #photo #glyptothek #munich #bavaria #germany #fujifilm #fujixseries #x100vi #lightroom #manganite

**Thomas Lottermoser** @hexamanganite@pixelfed.social · 2d

Thomas Lottermoser @hexamanganite@pixelfed.social

Torso

Munich | Germany

Fujifilm X-100VI

2025

Tags:
#art #museum #sculpture #statue #torso #antique #historic #greek #roman #light #shadow #monochrome #blackandwhite #blackandwhitephotography #photography #photo #glyptothek #munich #bavaria #germany #fujifilm #fujixseries #x100vi #lightroom #manganite #pixelfed

#pixelfed

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 2d

Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

Area: Halle (Saale), Germany
Tourist attraction: Alfred Willi Tilke

What is the most adventurous sightseeing tour you have ever taken?

Don't miss out on these interesting free sightseeing tours in Halle (Saale): https://visitsights.com/sightseeing-tours/Germany/Halle%20%28Saale%29

#Travel #Historic #Stolperstein #Memorial #Germany #Sightseeing #HalleSaale #Sights

The image appears to show a cobblestone street with a person walking in the background. On the ground, there are several small white stones or plaques, likely memorials, inscribed with text. The overall tone of the image is black and white, contributing to a somber atmosphere.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / Francisco Peralta Torrejón / CC BY-SA 4.0

**Hermetic Library** @hermeticlibrary@mastodon.social · 2d

Hermetic Library @hermeticlibrary@mastodon.social

Greater Feast of Jane Wolfe, Soror Estai, died March 29, 1958 at Glendale, California https://hermetic.com/hermeneuticon/jane-wolfe #calendar #historic #OTD #OnThisDay

**Hermetic Library** @hermeticlibrary@mastodon.social · 2d

Hermetic Library @hermeticlibrary@mastodon.social

Greater Feast of Emanuel Swedenborg, died March 29, 1772 at London, England https://hermetic.com/hermeneuticon/emanuel-swedenborg #calendar #historic #OTD #OnThisDay

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 2d

Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

Town: Canterbury, United Kingdom
Point of interest: Saint Augustine's Abbey

Do you prefer guided or self-guided sightseeing tours?

Get ready for an adventure in Canterbury: https://visitsights.com/sights/United%20Kingdom/Canterbury

#Heritage #Sights #Travel #Ruins #Historic #Tourism #Canterbury #Sightseeing #Attraction #UnitedKingdom

The image shows a historical building with a grand entrance featuring two towers. This structure appears to be surrounded by a well-maintained garden with colorful flowers, and there are trees and blue skies in the background. The architectural style suggests it has historical significance, possibly resembling a castle or an old estate.

Image Credits: Wikimedia / User Willhsmit on en.wikipedia / Public domain

**Lyn** @LynChen@pixelfed.social · 2d

Lyn @LynChen@pixelfed.social

PART THREE
Who were you, TH? This was your steamer trunk, and I wish I could ask you so many questions... Rest in peace ...

THE END

#photography #fotografie #fuji #fujifilm #art #photo #35mm #macro #makro #macrophotography #closeup #historic #history #historical #security #nostalgia #geschichte #schwarzweiß #schwarzweissfotografie #blackandwhite #blackandwhitephotography #bnw

This black-and-white photograph captures a close-up of an old, worn steamer trunk. The focus is on the sturdy leather handle, which is attached with metal brackets and rivets. The handle shows signs of aging, with cracks and scuffs visible on the surface. The surrounding material of the suitcase is textured leather, also showing wear and tear, including scratches and faded areas.

Below the handle, partially visible, are painted letters that seem to have been worn away over time. The letters "TH" are still somewhat distinguishable, but the rest of the text is heavily faded. The overall composition, with its focus on texture and details, conveys a sense of history and nostalgia. The monochrome color palette emphasizes the aged and rugged nature of the suitcase.

#bnw

**Visit Sights** @VisitSights@mastodon.world · 2d

Visit Sights @VisitSights@mastodon.world

Region: Belgrade, Serbia
Tourist attraction: White Palace

Do you know more interesting sights in this city?

Experience adventures with these free sightseeing tours in Belgrade: https://visitsights.com/sightseeing-tours/Serbia/Belgrade

#Serbia #Sights #Travel #Tourism #Belgrade #Building #Sightseeing #Historic #Attraction #Castle

The image depicts a large, classical-style building with a façade characterized by columns and a prominent entrance. It has a flag flying from the roof, and there are some trees in the foreground. People can be seen in front of the building, suggesting it's a public or important space. If you have specific questions about the architecture or historical significance, feel free to ask!

Image Credits: Wikimedia / gMilanovac / CC BY-SA 3.0

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