Fire Breathing Collection

The Chimera was, according to Greek mythology, a monstrous fire-breathing hybrid creature of Lycia in Asia Minor
3480607 The Chimera was, according to Greek mythology, a monstrous fire-breathing hybrid creature of Lycia in Asia Minor, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: The Chimera was)

Saint Michael, c. 1840 (water-based paint on wood panel)
BRN195815 Saint Michael, c. 1840 (water-based paint on wood panel) by Aragon, Jose Rafael (c.1795-1862); 26x17.5 cm; The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Five Morality Tales from the Avadana Kalpalata Jataka, late 18th century

During the amazing performances of a fire eater, on a square in London... (colour litho)
2777957 During the amazing performances of a fire eater, on a square in London... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Flight of Bonaparte from Hell-Bay, 1815 (coloured engraving)
CHT173758 The Flight of Bonaparte from Hell-Bay, 1815 (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris, Paris

St. George and the Dragon, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1782 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190402 St. George and the Dragon, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1782 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Hercules Conquering Cacus, c. 1496 (woodcut)
1067784 Hercules Conquering Cacus, c.1496 (woodcut) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 39.1x28.4 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

How Sir Lancelot faught with a friendly dragon, illustration from
STC398628 How Sir Lancelot faught with a friendly dragon, illustration from The romance of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table by Alfred W

St. George and the Dragon, a design for an equestrian statue
NCO189745 St. George and the Dragon, a design for an equestrian statue, from the original in Windsor Castle, engraved by James Gillray (1756-1815)

Jason ploughing with the fire-breathing oxen (chromolitho)
968399 Jason ploughing with the fire-breathing oxen (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jason ploughing with the fire-breathing oxen, the Khalkotauroi)

Chimera killed by Bellerophon (engraving)
3480595 Chimera killed by Bellerophon (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); (add.info.: Chimera killed by Bellerophon. Engraving depicting Jason and the Argonuats)

The Theatrical Bubble: being a new specimen of astonishing Powers in the great
NCO190473 The Theatrical Bubble: being a new specimen of astonishing Powers in the great Politico-Punchinello, in the Art of Dramatic-Puffing

Archangel Saint Michael, c. 1840 (water-based paint on wood panel)
BRN195800 Archangel Saint Michael, c. 1840 (water-based paint on wood panel) by Aragon, Jose Rafael (c.1795-1862); 22.5 x 14.9 cm; The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hercules and the Serpent Ladon: Hercules draws his bow, the rearing serpent appears in profile, from the series The Labors of Hercules, 1608

Plate 1: Ship of Hercules (Barcha del Hercole), with dragon-headed prow and Hercules on platform behind oarsmen and standing soldiers

The Dragon of the Apocalyps. Creator: P Masson
The Dragon of the Apocalyps. A fearful king and his subjects cower before a fire-breathing dragon, as angels empty basins over the landscape

Fire-breathing rainbow lizard; British columbia canada

Jason and the Argonauts, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Jason and the Argonauts, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Fround in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

animals, attacking, black hair, boss, breathing, business, businessman, color image
Businessman directing fire breathing dragon

Giant green dragon with curled horns and red eyes sitting on green field in front of mountain range, side view

Flight of Lot and his family from Sodom, Ferdinand Leenhoff, Ch. Chardon, 1841 - 1914

Element fire as a young man standing with thunderbolt in his hand in landscape with smoking volcanoes in the background, on a frame we see fire-breathing fantasy creatures, fish

The Horsemen on Fire-Breathing Horses; Unknown; London (probably), England, Europe; about 1255 - 1260; Tempera colors, gold leaf, colored washes

Thermogene heat padding advert, 1909 C016 / 2554
Thermogene heat padding advert. This padding, applied to the chest, was described as a counter-irritant calorific cotton wadding impregnated with vegetable essences

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"Unleashing the Fiery Spectacle: Exploring the Fascination through Art" From ancient woodcuts to vibrant lithographs, it has captivated human imagination for centuries. In Hercules and Cacus, a powerful woodcut from 1588, we witness the mighty hero combating a fearsome beast whose fiery breath threatens all in its path. Similarly, Saint Michael's water-based paint on wood panel masterpiece from c. 1840 depicts an angelic figure triumphing over evil with flames bursting forth. The Apotheosis of Hoche, a hand-coloured etching published in 1798 by Hannah Humphrey, showcases the awe-inspiring act of fire eating during mesmerizing performances held on London squares. The vivid colour lithograph titled "During the amazing performances of a fire eater. . " transports us to those thrilling moments where danger and artistry intertwine. In The Flight of Bonaparte from Hell-Bay, an intricately coloured engraving dating back to 1815, we encounter Napoleon escaping hellish torment amidst swirling infernos—a testament to fire's symbolic power throughout history. St. George and the Dragon (1782) presents another iconic scene captured by Hannah Humphrey's skilled hand; here we witness bravery personified as St. George confronts a menacing dragon spewing flames. Delving deeper into mythology and natural wonders, Aldrovandis' illustration "Monstrosae cuiusdam Chimaerae" reveals fantastical creatures with flaming breath that ignite our curiosity about these mythical beasts' origins. Meanwhile, Jason ploughing with fire-breathing oxen depicted in chromolithography invites us into Greek legend and heroic feats. Not limited to battles or legends alone but also extending into tales of friendship and camaraderie is "How Sir Lancelot faught with a friendly dragon.