Over the years, the various IK projects, e.g. exhibitions,
research matters, field work and publications, have generated
a unique collection of culture and natural history related photographs.
Subjects include art, people, culture, architecturescience,
portraits and landscapes from all over the world.
The IK photo archives include the world's first UV photograph
of the first forests after the last ice age. The forest, which
is at the bottom of the Baltic Sea, was discovered by IK during
a research project.
The earliest photographs date from the late 19th century although
most are from the second half of the 20th century - the collection
is continually added to with pictures from various archives.
The development of
aerial photography as an aid to natural history and cultural
research is one of our areas of specialisation. Techniques used
include IR photography and the use of shadow effects to discover
and document ancient monuments in snow covered landscapes.
The IK collections include a number of specialist interest collections that have been donated by various people and organisations, amongst these is the Esse Ericsson collection of Aerial Photographs, which is currently being looked after by Lund University Library, Sweden. The collection comprises approximately 2000 pictures, all of which are available for research purposes and publication. An additional series of aerial photographs that have been taken using more advanced technology such as IR and various filters is also available.
From pompous fashion
to classic culture, captivating documentation!
Ex-chief inspector for historical buildings and monuments Carl-Filip
Mannerstråle's collection includes excellent pictures of Nordic
churches, palaces, manor houses etc. and the geographer Elof Stoltz'
collection of photographs of the Scandinavian countryside in the
early 20th century is a unique document of a bygone era.
Work and views from
bygone ages.....
If you are interested in using any of these photographs please contact
IK. Please tell us which photographs you are interested in and how
you want to use them.
The owners of a collection also have the added responsibility
of looking after it. Although IK was not set up to act as a steward or administrator
of valuable cultural or natural historical collections, we have accepted
the responsibility of taking care of collections that are related to the
subject matter we work with.
The IK reference library is an impressive and natural extension of our work
with information and enlightenment. Our unique collection of photographs
is the result of many years' work. Many of the pictures have been collected
during project work; their value to society has grown considerably and will
continue to do so.
Many of the IK collections have been donated to us by people or organisations
who believe in what we are doing. This trust also has its obligations and
we only say yes when we are sure we have or can create a long-term project
that fits in with our work. Our collections must give added value to our
work.
