Camel Collection (#94)

Entering the Ark (oil on canvas)
XIR166391 Entering the Ark (oil on canvas) by Oosten, Isaak van (1613-61); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rennes, France; Dutch, out of copyright

A Caravan near Biskra, 1892 (oil on canvas)
XIR154707 A Caravan near Biskra, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Lazerges, Paul John Baptiste (1845-1902); 81x101 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes, France; French, out of copyright

Kublai Khan (1214-94) Hunting, Yuan dynasty (ink colour on silk) (see 110534
XZL150417 Kublai Khan (1214-94) Hunting, Yuan dynasty (ink & colour on silk) (see 110534 & 226021 for detail) by Liu Kuan-tao (fl.1270-1300) (attr)

The Battle of Aboukir, 25th July 1799 (oil on canvas)
XIR101721 The Battle of Aboukir, 25th July 1799 (oil on canvas) by Lejeune, Louis (1775-1848); 185x255 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Head of Camel

Camel and Horse

Swift Camel

Teeth of Camel

Camel of Swift Breed

Swift Camel mounted

The Sham Fight before the Prince of Wales at Delhi, India, 1876: 1. Spectators. 2
THE SHAM FIGHT BEFORE THE PRINCE OF WALES AT DELHI, INDIA, 1876: 1. Spectators. 2. Over the Wall. 3. A Baggage Camel. 4. Soldiers Beer: Barrels and Cans for Drinking. 5. Mule Baggage Train. 6

India, Camel Riders of a Native Cavalry Regiment Preparing for a March, 1876

The Camel; Beauvais Manufactory, French, founded 1664, after designs by Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer, French, 1636 - 1699, border design attributed to Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer, and Guy-Louis Vernansal

Caravanserai at Mylasa in Asia Minor Caravanserai at Mylasa, Turkey signed and dated 1845, Richard Dadd, 1817-1886, British

Military on decorated camels. Festival parade. Desert festival. Jaisalmer. Rajasthan. India

Bactrian or double humped camels (Camelus bactrianus), Nubra Valley, Ladakh, India

Africa, North Africa, Tafilalet, Erfoud, Merzouga, Erg Chebbi, late afternoon shadows of Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius) camels/caravan

EGYPT, CAIRO. GIZA. GIZA PLATEAU. Two camels in front of three pyramids: (MYCERINUS, CHEPHREN AND CHEOPS)

Mounted Police
circa 1935: Protection of the desert by the Palestinian Police on camels. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Alpaca (Lama pacos), Lauca National Park, Arica and Parinacota Region, Chile, South America

Guanaco (Lama guanicoe), Lauca National Park, Arica and Parinacota Region, Chile, South America

Group of Vicugnas (Vicugna vicugna), Los Flamencos Nacional Reserve, Atacama Desert, Antofagasta region, Chile, South America

Vicugna (Vicugna vicugna), Los Flamencos Nacional Reserve, Atacama Desert, Antofagasta region, Chile, South America

Vicugna (Vicugna vicugna) crossing a non-paved road, Los Flamencos Nacional Reserve, Atacama Desert, Antofagasta region, Chile, South America

Vicugnas (Vicugna vicugna) running over a non-paved road, Los Flamencos Nacional Reserve, Atacama Desert, Antofagasta region, Chile, South America

Vicugna (Vicugna vicugna) on a steep slope against blue sky, Los Flamencos Nacional Reserve, Atacama Desert, Antofagasta region, Chile, South America

Dromedary or Arabian Camel -Camelus dromedarius-, resting in the sand dunes of the Erg Chebbi Desert, near Merzouga, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

INDIA: CHANPORI GATE, c1907. The Chanpori Gate, the picturesque entrance to the walled city of Jaipur, India. Stereograph, c1907

EGYPT: CHEOPS PYRAMID. Group of tourists with guides on camels, climbing the Cheops Pyramid at Giza, Egypt. Stereograph, c1896

EGYPT: DESERT SCENE. Mid-Day Encounter in the Desert in Egypt. Wood engraving, English, 1857

EGYPT: DESERT SCENE. Village on the Borders of the Desert in Egypt. Wood engraving, English, 1857

SAMARIA: COLONNADE. Remains of an ancient Roman colonnade in Samaria. Photochrome, c1895

CHINA: MING TOMBS, c1870. White limestone statue of a kneeling camel on the way to the mausoleum of Emperor Yung Lo (1402-1424), at the Ming Tombs near Peking, China

KAZAKHSTAN: JEWS, c1870. Jewish men with loaded camels standing in front of a building in Kazalinsk, Kazakhstan, after arriving from Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Photographed c1870

CHINA: CARAVAN, c1900. Camel caravan in front of a fort near Beijing, China, c1900

MECCA: PILGRIMAGE, c1900. A caravan of Persian pilgrims on the way to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Stereograph, c1900

MECCA: PILGRIMS, c1910. Camels and tents of pilgrims in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Photograph, c1910

KYRGYZ CAMP, c1870. A group of Kyrgyz people of Central Asia at a kibitka dwelling. Photograph, c1870

SUEZ CANAL, 1858. Tranport of boilers across the Isthmus of Suez at the start of construction of the Suez Canal. Wood engraving, English, 1858

K ANG-HSI (1654-1722). Emperor of China, 1661-1722. Scene in Peking on the occasion of K ang Hsis arrival for the celebration of his 60th birthday. Chinese woodcut, early 18th century

EGYPT: BRITISH CAMEL CORPS. Mounted soldiers of the British colonial army in Egypt. Photograph, c1900

WORLD WAR I: CAMEL CORPS. German Camel Corps in East Africa during World War I. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: EGYPT, 1916. Battlefield of Oghratine, Egypt, where Australian and New Zealand soldiers gained an important victory over the Turks

WORLD WAR I: CAMEL, 1915. Two Turkish soldiers mounting a camel during World War I. Photograph from the Berliner Illustrirte Zeitung, 14 March 1915

ALLEGORY OF ASIA. Allegory of the continent of Asia. Oil on canvas by Francesco Solimena (1657-1747)

MODES OF TRAVELLING. Various Modes of Travelling in the World. Wood engraving, American, mid 19th century

ALGERIA: CAMEL CARAVAN. A camel caravan departing Biskra, Algeria. Photograph, c1875

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CAMEL CARAVAN, 1575. Merchants with their camel caravans in Asia. Woodcut, French, 1575

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In the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert, a 1995 Land Rover Defender embarks on an adventurous journey, reminiscent of the legendary Camel Trophy. With its rugged exterior and unstoppable spirit, this vehicle conquers every obstacle in its path, just like the majestic camels that roam these arid lands. Speaking of camels, they have been an iconic symbol throughout history. In a vintage cigarette advertisement from the 1950s, doctors were asked about their preferred cigarette brand - "What Cigarette Do You Smoke, Doctor?" The answer? Camels. These cigarettes were popularized by their smooth flavor and association with sophistication. Traveling back in time to c1860s Afghanistan on an antique map reveals the significance of camels as vital means of transportation across treacherous terrains. Their endurance and adaptability made them indispensable for traversing long distances through unforgiving landscapes. Meanwhile, in Izmir, Turkey, Camel brand figs are celebrated for their succulent sweetness. Just like these delectable fruits bear the name "Camel, " they embody resilience and strength while providing nourishment to those who savor them. Taking flight into aviation history brings us to the Sopwith Camel aircraft models - both original and modified versions (2F-1). These planes soared through skies during World War I with unparalleled agility and power – much like their namesake animal's ability to traverse sandy dunes effortlessly. Closer to home in Cornwall stands St Michaels Church in Porthilly village; it evokes memories of simpler times when camel sightings may have seemed exotic or rare. This snapshot from possibly early 1900s captures a moment frozen in time where life was slower-paced yet filled with wonder at such extraordinary creatures. Venturing further eastward towards Egypt's Giza Plateau presents a breathtaking view at sunset.