Fish Collection (page 100)

Illustration for Jules Verne's novel 20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea, 1870 (engraving)
1703529 Illustration for Jules Verne's novel 20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea, 1870 (engraving) by Hildibrand, Henri Theophile (1824-1897); (add.info)

Swimming pool
Serge Melesan

Shoal of Lowfin chub (Kyphosus vaigiensis) evading a Coral grouper (Cephalopholis miniata), Tubuai, French Polynesia, Pacific Ocean

Pacific trumpetfish (Aulostomus chinensis) juvenile swimming near the water surface in the open ocean, Tubuai, French Polynesia, Pacific Ocean

Two Sockeye / Red Salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka), female digging riverbed to lay eggs on spawning ground. Trees showing autumnal colours, Adams river, British Columbia, Canada. October

Bigeye trevallies (Caranx sexfasciatus) shoal. Darwin Island, Galapagos National Park, Pacific Ocean

A Whale in Antarctica
John-Mei Zhong

Dutch Trade Map of the Baltic Sea
Dutch Trade map of the Baltic Sea (hand-coloured engraving) During the last decades of the 16th century and throughout the 17th century Dutch merchants

Museo Nacional de Historia, Mexico City, Mexico
Plaza Mayor in Mexico, detail of the Market (oil on canvas) (Photo by Art Images via Getty Images)

Winner
Qing Zhao

Monster Shark
A young child takes a closer look at a giant whale shark washed up at Bare Island La Perouse in Botany Bay. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

Common ghostgoby (Pleurosicya mossambica) camouflaged on a hard coral colony (Plesiastrea sp)
Common ghostgoby (Pleurosicya mossambica) camouflaged on a hard coral colony (Plesiastrea sp.), Ambon Bay, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea

Leafy seadragon (Phycodurus eques) demonstrates the effectiveness of its camouflage as it shelters amongst seaweeds. This individual is a male carrying eggs

Ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus) young hides amongst the branches of a black coral bush (Antipathes sp) Sangeang Island, Sumbawa, Indonesia, Flores Sea

Black tipped reef sharks in the Blue Lagoon, Rangiroa atoll, Tuamotus, French Polynesia, South Pacific, Pacific

Mobula alfredi
Barathieu Gabriel

Osprey with catch
Johnny Chen

Swim alone
Satoshi Hatsumori

Former U. S. President Herbert Hoover Fishing, 1936 (b/w photo)
5052294 Former U.S. President Herbert Hoover Fishing, 1936 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Priced Catch
John Fan

Gorgona
Serge Melesan

Harmony of Colours
Sooraj Nalloore

Battle in the Sea
Go Nagai

Symbiose
Serge Melesan

still life 69
Alice Sheng

True Life Reflection
Qing Zhao

Story of Gideon, late 16th century (silk and wool)
CUL4905034 Story of Gideon, late 16th century (silk and wool) by Heemskerck, Maerten van (1498-1574); 371x481 cm; Museo Diocesano, Albarracin, Teruel

The tribute money, 17th century (oil on canvas)
7129481 The tribute money, 17th century (oil on canvas) by Preti, Mattia (Il Calabrese) (1613-99); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The tribute money)

The three archangels and Tobias, 1470-75 circa, (tempera on wood)
7146335 The three archangels and Tobias, 1470-75 circa, (tempera on wood) by Botticini, Francesco (c.1446-97) (attr. to); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) swimming with a Twinspot snapper (Lutjanus bohar), Okinawa, Japan, Pacific Ocean

Lionfish (Pterois volitans) patrolling the edge of Suzie's Bommie, a healthy reef and popular dive site accessible from Lololata Island Resort near Port Moresby, Coral Sea, Papua New Guinea

Male Korean seahorse (Hippocampus haema) giving birth. Kumamoto Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan

Healthy coral reef landscape, Carl's Ultimate dive site in the Eastern Fields of Papua New Guinea

Thorny seahorse (Hippocampus histrix) making its way across the muck and rubble substrate of Lembeh Strait in North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Herring Seller; Heringsverkaufer, 1925 (watercolour and pencil on paper)
656563 Herring Seller; Heringsverkaufer, 1925 (watercolour and pencil on paper) by Hell, Johan van (1889-1952); 49.5x43.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Herring Seller; Heringsverkaufer)

Ship approaching a port, detail of a mosaic, 2nd century AD
7129276 Ship approaching a port, detail of a mosaic, 2nd century AD by Roman, (2nd century); Museo della Citta, Rimini, Italy; (add.info.: Ship approaching a port)

The fishes, 1917 (oil on canvas)
7294360 The fishes, 1917 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); Fondazione Magnani-Rocca, Parma, Italy; (add.info.: The fishes, 1917, Pierre Auguste Renoir, oil on canvas)

Oceanus, 1572-76 (marble)
7146258 Oceanus, 1572-76 (marble) by Giambologna (Giovanni da Bologna), (1529-1608); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Oceanus, 1572-76, Giambologna, marble)

The Iveagh seapiece, 19th century (oil on canvas)
7146407 The Iveagh seapiece, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); Kenwood House, London, UK; (add.info.: The Iveagh seapiece, William Turner, oil on canvas)

Landscape with creation of the animals, (painting)
7129298 Landscape with creation of the animals, (painting) by Brueghel, Jan the Elder (1568-1625); Galleria Doria Pamphilj, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Landscape with creation of the animals)

Polychrome painting found in the surgeon's domus in Rimini
7129146 Polychrome painting found in the surgeon's domus in Rimini by Roman, (2nd century); Museo della Citta, Rimini

Market square, Joachim Beuckelaer (oil on canvas)
7064207 Market square, Joachim Beuckelaer (oil on canvas) by Beuckelaer or Bueckelaer, Joachim (c.1530-73); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Market square)

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Winter landscape with skaters, (painting)
7129374 Winter landscape with skaters, (painting) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); Galleria Doria Pamphilj, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Winter landscape with skaters, Pieter Brueghel II)

The fisherman, 1876-1877 (sculpture)
7146260 The fisherman, 1876-1877 (sculpture) by Gemito, Vincenzo (1852-1929); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: The fisherman, Vincenzo Gemito, Bargello museum)

Manati Hunting, Lake Nicaragua, 1867 (w/c on paper)
MGS172113 Manati Hunting, Lake Nicaragua, 1867 (w/c on paper) by Deiezmann, F. (fl. 19th century); 23.8x28.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183120 William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

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"From Hogarth's Beer Street to the Dreamtime: Exploring the Global Fascination with Fish" Dive into a world of art and culture as we explore the captivating theme of fish. From William Hogarth's iconic painting "Beer Street, " where fish symbolize prosperity, to Aboriginal art in Australia depicting fish from the Dreamtime, these aquatic creatures have captured human imagination for centuries. Travel back in time to ancient Pompeii, where a mesmerizing mosaic showcases Roman seafood delicacies. Marvel at Newfoundland's rich history, where cod fishing has shaped its identity and economy for generations. Embark on a journey to Cape Town's V & A Waterfront, framed by the majestic Table Mountain, offering breathtaking views while enjoying delectable seafood dishes. Transport yourself to late 1800s Cornwall, witnessing locals tucking pilchards at Cadgwith Harbor - a testament to their deep connection with fishing traditions. Discover Saint Anthony of Padua preaching to fishes in an enchanting tale that highlights humanity's spiritual bond with nature. Explore geological strata from the 19th century, unraveling Earth's history through fossilized remains found within layers of rock. Immerse yourself in Craster harbor’s picturesque scenery in Northumberland, England – a haven for fishermen seeking bountiful catches amidst Europe’s coastal beauty. Join Ernest Hemingway on his legendary fishing adventures that inspired generations of anglers worldwide. Lastly, indulge your sense of whimsy with William Heath Robinson’s imaginative artwork featuring an amusingly complex contraption designed for catching fish – proving that even humor can be found within our fascination with these aquatic wonders. Fish transcend borders and cultures; they are not merely sustenance but symbols of abundance and inspiration throughout history. So whether you're admiring masterpieces or casting your own line into tranquil waters – let us celebrate this enduring connection between humans and fish across time and continents.