Flea Collection (#3)

Cartoon of dog scratching as flea jumps off its back

Picture No. 10855601
Mole Flea - on human skin (Hystrichopsylla talpae) Date:

Hystrichopsylla talpae talpae, mole flea
A macro photograph of the largest flea in the UK, the mole flea (Hystrichopsylla talpae talpae), which is common on small mammals throughout the UK

Tomlins Flea Circus
Professor Tomlin feeding the fleas on blood from his own arm; they perform on the miniature pieces of equipment in the foreground Date: 1960s

Drawing of a flea by Robert Hooke
Flea. Drawing of a flea done by Robert Hooke and published in Micrographia in 1665. Hooke was curator of experiments at the Royal Microscopical Society of London, which was founded in 1660

Flea infestation, satirical artwork
Flea infestation. 17th century artwork depicting a group of women suffering from an infestation of fleas (small black dots)

Water flea giving birth
Water flea. Macrophotograph of a water flea (Daphnia sp.) giving birth. Daphnia reproduce through parthenogenesis (female asexual reproduction)

Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Cat Flea, Magnification x250 (A4 size: 29. 7 cm width)
LRDS-54 Cat Flea Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) Ctenocephalides felis Magnification x250 (A4 size: 29.7 cm width) Coloured by hand to enhance natural features

Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Chigoe Flea, Magnification x 200 (A4 size: 29. 7 cm width)
LRDS-137 Chigoe Flea Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) Tunga penetrans Magnification x 200 (A4 size: 29.7 cm width) Coloured by hand to enhance natural features

A boudoir scene. Private Collection

Flea, wingless bloodsucking parasitic insect, 1665. The human flea (Pulex irritans) can transmit plague. From Micrographia by Robert Hooke (1635-1703)

French soldier returns home from the front bearing fleas
French soldier returns home from the front bearing some unwelcome guests in the form of fleas, which subsequently cause havoc amongst the household following his departure

X-Ray - Rabbit Flea. Part of Box 165 Boswell Collection - X-Rays. Date: circa 1900

X-Ray - Flea. Part of Box 165 Boswell Collection - X-Rays. Date: circa 1900

Tashkent, Uzbekistan - Flea Market at the side of the street Date: circa 1910s

Street scene chairs, flea market, Paris, France Date: 1980s

Poster, Mignets Flying Flea Air Display, Boughton
Poster, Mignets Flying Flea at Sir Alan Cobhams Air Display, Boughton (not at Sywell), 21 September 1935. Date: 1935

W. A. L. Fletcher (Flea)
W.A.L. FLETCHER Known as Flea Rower for Oxford University Boat CLub and took part in the Varsity Boat Race in 1890-93. Date: -

Hunting for fleas Date: 1843

Marche Aux Puces, Paris
LE MARCHE AUX PUCES, Paris Though a famous institution at this date, the great flea market was very primitive compared to its present-day sprawling diversity Date: circa 1905

Drawings Prints, Print, Old, Maid, Search, Flea, Artist, Thomas Rowlandson, British
Drawings and Prints, Print, An Old Maid In Search of a Flea, Artist, Thomas Rowlandson, British, London 1757-1827 London, Rowlandson, Thomas, 1757, 1827, September 25, 1794

FLEA. Woodcut

Illustration of a flea jumping

Picture No. 11675595
Light Micrograph: Water Flea. Date:

BATHHOUSE PROPRIETOR, 1568. The proprietor of a bathhouse removing a flea from a patron of his well-heated establishment. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

Summer Amusement. Bug Hunting
BAL57817 Summer Amusement. Bug Hunting by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Flea Catcher
BAL3100 The Flea Catcher by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); Musee Historique Lorrain, Nancy, France; (add.info.: La femme a la puce ; ); French, out of copyright

Table IV of Flies and Fleas (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF131256 Table IV of Flies and Fleas (engraving) (b/w photo) by Rosel von Rosenhof, Johannes Augustin (1705-59); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Flea

Man wearing casual clothes at a flea market during a city tour

Table at a flea market

BATHHOUSE PROPRIETOR, 1568. The proprietor of a bathhouse removing a flea from a patron of his well-heated establishment. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

MINERS COAT OF ARMS, c1850. American lithograph published in San Francisco, c1850

Edirne - The Banks of the Maritsa, Gazi Mihal Bridge, Market
Edirne, Turkey - The Banks of the Maritsa, Gazi Mihal Bridge and Flea Market. Date: 1898

Two Actors outside a theatre comment on a Flea Circus
Two Actors outside a theatre (on observing the playbills displayed) pass comment on a Performing Flea Show. First Actor (resting) - " H m - a scratch company." Date: 1892

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Italy, Bergamo, antique hats at outdoor flea market

Picture No. 10873644
Human Flea - male (Pulex irritans) Date:

Picture No. 10747230
Cat - owner fitting cats collar Date:

Picture No. 10747231
Cat - owner fitting cats collar Date:

Picture No. 10747193
CAT. Cat owner fitting a collar Date:

Picture No. 10747192
CAT. Cat owner fitting a collar Date:

Picture No. 10744418
Cat - having flea spray applied Date:

Picture No. 10781994
Dog - English Setter - being sprayed with anti-flea treatment Date:

Picture No. 10773206
Dog - Boston Terrier being sprayed with flea spray Date:

Picture No. 10773205
Dog - Boston Terrier being sprayed with flea spray Date:

Picture No. 10771052
Bernese Mountain Dog - being given flea medication. Date:

Picture No. 10896369
Dog flea - on dog's hair (Ctenocephalides canis) Date:

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Step right up and witness the enchanting world of fleas. From flea circuses to intricate illustrations, these tiny creatures have captured our imagination for centuries. Imagine a miniature circus, where fleas perform daring feats on tightropes and trapezes - this is the whimsical world of the Flea Circus. With their incredible agility and strength, these pint-sized performers never fail to amaze audiences. Intriguing illustrations of fleas, such as the famous Flea C017 / 3435 or detailed depictions of pond life with insects like fleas, showcase their unique beauty. These artworks bring to life the intricate details of these often overlooked creatures. Did you know that even aviation enthusiasts found inspiration in fleas? The Mignet & Flying Flea aircraft was named after its inventor Henri Mignet's fascination with these remarkable insects. Just like a flea's ability to jump great distances, this aircraft soared through the skies with grace and precision. But it doesn't stop there - some creative minds took dressing up fleas to a whole new level. Picture tiny costumes adorning these minuscule creatures as they entertain crowds at flea circuses around the world. It's truly a sight to behold. While we marvel at their talents and creativity, let us not forget that not all interactions with they are quite so delightful. The infamous Black Death rat flea played a devastating role in history by spreading disease during medieval times. Artwork depicting this dark chapter serves as a reminder of how powerful even the tiniest creature can be. From bustling scenes in Petticoat Lane where vendors sold everything under the sun (including trained fleas) to renowned performers like Dr Paul captivating audiences with his mesmerizing flea circus chariots - these snapshots from history transport us back in time when people marveled at every aspect of nature's creations.