Phase Collection (#15)

Eduards Mbunda Cichlid – side view, orange morph, tropical freshwater Lake Malawi 002910
BB-1139 Eduards Mbunda Cichlid - side view, orange morph, tropical freshwater Lake Malawi Pseudotropheus socolofi Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Golden long finned danio – side view, tropical freshwater, morph of B rerio 002765
BB-1102 Golden long-finned danio side view, tropical freshwater, morph of B rerio Brachydanio rerio Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Harlequin Ladybird - deep red with black spots form
SPH-3243 Harlequin LADYBIRD - on flower Deep red with black spots form Harmonia axyridis The Harlequin is a voracious predator and easily out competes our native ladybirds for food

Harlequin Ladybird - orange with black spots form
SPH-3234 Harlequin LADYBIRD Orange with black spots form Harmonia axyridis The Harlequin is a voracious predator and easily out competes our native ladybirds for food

Timber Rattlesnakes - Adult females with newborn young, parental care. Venomous pitvipers
CAN-2115 Timber Rattlesnakes - Adult females with newborn young, parental care. Northeastern USA Crotalus horridus Venomous pitvipers, widely distributed throughout eastern United States

Muybridge - Dog Walk
Dog (mastiff) walking: One stride in ten phases, photographed synchronously from two points of view Date: 1880s

Wwi / Gallipoli / Amethyst
The British light cruiser HMS Amethyst engages Turkish batteries at Kephez Point, and comes under heavy fire, during the pre-landing phase of the Gallipoli campaign

Insanity / Hysteria / 1881
Mental patient at La Salpetriere, going through the phase of large movements

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"Exploring the Phases: From Galileo's Moon Sketches to Lunar Maps and Beyond" Step into a world of celestial wonders as we delve into the captivating concept of "phase. " Galileo, the renowned astronomer, mesmerized us with his sketches of the moon as seen through his telescope in 1610. His book, The Starry Messenger, transported us to a realm where lunar phases came alive. Intriguingly, our journey doesn't stop there. A Harlequin Ladybird perches gracefully on the left side of an image—a delightful reminder that even tiny creatures experience their own unique phases. Just like these ladybirds, our magnificent moon undergoes its enchanting transformations. The leopard makes an appearance next—specifically its melanistic phase—an adult resting on a log in captivity. This striking creature exemplifies nature's ability to exhibit diverse forms and colors during different stages of life. As we explore further, a diagram showcasing stellar spectral classes and luminosity reminds us that stars too have their own intricate phases, and is awe-inspiring to comprehend how these celestial bodies evolve over time, shining brightly or dimming gradually. A total solar eclipse from 2006 adds another layer of fascination to our exploration. Witnessing this rare phenomenon allows us to witness firsthand how light can be temporarily obscured by heavenly alignments—a true spectacle for both astronomers and enthusiasts alike. Turning back time brings forth an early map of the moon from 1635—an artifact that showcases humanity's relentless curiosity about space throughout history. Hans Holbein the Younger's woodcut depicting phases of the moon in 1534 further emphasizes our enduring fascination with lunar cycles. Nature never ceases to amaze; even Arctic Skuas reveal their pale phase while standing proudly on seaweed-covered rocks in Scotland's Shetland Islands. These birds remind us that adaptation and transformation are not limited solely to astronomical phenomena but extend across the animal kingdom.