Chela Collection

The Disturbances in Morocco, Sketches among the Moors (engraving)
1047665 The Disturbances in Morocco, Sketches among the Moors (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Disturbances in Morocco, Sketches among the Moors)

Juan Ignacio Chela Wimbledon Championships 2004 Wimbledon Championships 2004 Wimbledon, London, England 24 June 2004 Date: 24 June 2004

Narwal shrimp, leptostracan and mysid shrimp
Narwal shrimp, Plesionika narval 1-4, leptostracan, Nebalia herbstii 5, and mysid shrimp, Mysis oculata 6. Palemon pristis Palemone seghettato, Rostro del Palemo, Rostri del Palemone variabile

The beautiful road
Eyal Amer

Jahangir Watching an Elephant Fight, ca. 1605. Creator: Farrukh Chela
Jahangir Watching an Elephant Fight, ca. 1605

Samurai crab (Heikea japonica). This crab is native to Japan, where it is known as the Samurai crab or Heikegani, and lives at a depth of 30 to 100 metres

Male helmet crab (Corystes cassivelaunus). This crab lives at a depth of 10-20 metres in the Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, and Adriatic Sea

Stone crab. Front view of an Aethra scruposa stone crab, showing its spiny upper shell (carapace). This crab lives in the Indian Ocean around Mauritius and the Mascarene Islands

Mangrove crab (Ucides cordatus). This crab lives in colonies amongst the mangroves and mudbanks along the Atlantic coast of South America. The carapace (shell) of this specimen measures 10cm wide

Pebble crab (Etisus utilis). This crab lives at a depth of 10-15 metres in the Indo-Pacific regions. Its carapace (upper shell)

Shame-faced crab (Calappa calappa). This crab lives at a depth of 10-50 metres in the Indo-Pacific regions. Shame-faced crabs are so-named due to the way the crabs chelae (claws)

Lissa ciragra crab. This crab lives at a depth of 30-60 metres in the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas. The carapace (shell) of this specimen measures 5cm wide

Glyptoxanthus labyrinthicus crab. This crab is found on reefs along the Pacific coast of South America. Its carapace (upper shell) is covered in a series of channels (shown here)

Great spider crab and bryozoa. Great spider crab (Hyas araneus) carrying a bryozoan colony. This crab lives at a depth of 500-2000 metres in Atlantic waters and the North Sea

Male fiddler crab (Uca tetragonon). This crab is found throughout Polynesia. Male fiddler crabs (Uca sp.) communicate to rivals and potential mates by a sequence of waves

Ghost crab (Ocypode cursor). This crab is found on sandy beaches along the coasts of the eastern Atlantic Ocean and eastern Mediterranean Sea

Carrier crab (Homolochunia kullar). This crab lives at a depth of 500-1000 metres in the Pacific Ocean around New Caledonia and Eastern Australia. Unusually, it has rear and front pincers

Calthrop crab (Rhinolambrus contrarius). This crab lives at a depth of 50-60 metres in Indonesia and the West Pacific. The carapace (shell) of this specimen measures 4cm wide

Red frog crab (Ranina ranina). This edible crab lives at a depth of 10-15 metres on the sea bed of the Indo-West Pacific, from the African east coast to Japan and across the Pacific Ocean to Hawaii

Moon crab (Matuta victor). This swimming crab is found in the Indo-West Pacific and has legs that are flattened to enable it to swim efficiently through the water

Male Poupinia hirsuta crab. This crab lives at a depth of around 450 metres in Polynesia. The discovery of Poupinia hirsuta was a great scientific event for carcinologists (specialists in crabs)

Guard crab (Trapezia rufopunctata). This crab lives on coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific, Maldives and Polynesia. The carapace (shell) of this specimen measures 2cm wide

Human-faced crab (Dorippe quadridens). This crab is found at a depth of 30-100 metres, throughout the South China Sea, Vietnam and the Indopacific, from Madagascar to Australia

Spotted rock crab (Carpilius maculatus). This edible crab lives at a depth of 10-15 metres in the Indo-West Pacific. Its carapace (upper shell)

European scorpion (Euscorpius flavicaudis), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Scorpions belong to the arachnid family, having eight legs and a body divided into two segments

Small asian crab, SEM
Small asian crab, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). View from above of a crab, showing its large claws (chelae) and hard, knobbly shell (exoskeleton)

Small asian crab, SEM
Small asian crab, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). View from above of a crab, showing its large claws (chelae) and hard, knobbly shell (exoskeleton)

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"Chela: A Journey Through Art, Nature, and History" Embarking on a captivating journey through the pages of history, artistry, and the wonders of nature, Chela unveils a world filled with intriguing tales. From the disturbances in Morocco to sketches among the Moors engraved delicately onto paper, each stroke tells a story untold. Juan Ignacio Chela's name echoes throughout this narrative like an enchanting melody. His artistic prowess captures not only the essence of his subjects but also their soul. Whether it be Narwal shrimp gracefully gliding through azure waters or leptostracan and mysid shrimp dancing beneath moonlit waves - their beauty is immortalized by Chela's hand. As we traverse along "The Beautiful Road, " our senses are awakened by every sight and sound that surrounds us. Just as Jahangir watched elephants clash in awe-inspiring combat centuries ago, Farrukh Chela masterfully portrays this grand spectacle for all to witness. Intriguingly enough, even creatures from nature find themselves entwined within this tale. The samurai crab stands tall with its formidable presence while Juan Ignacio Chela continues to captivate us with his mastery over various mediums. With each mention of Juan Ignacio Chela's name reverberating like an echo in our mindscape, we can't help but wonder about the stories behind these repeated references. Perhaps he is an enigmatic figure whose legacy transcends time itself? Chela invites us to immerse ourselves fully into this world where art intertwines seamlessly with history and nature's marvels unfold before our eyes. It beckons us to explore further beyond what meets the eye - unveiling hidden depths waiting to be discovered. So let us embark on this extraordinary journey guided by Juan Ignacio Chela himself – a voyage that promises enlightenment at every turn; where art becomes life and life becomes art; where chelas' tales are etched upon our hearts forever.