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Goldfish Collection (#3)

"Deceiving Facades: The Enigmatic World of Goldfish" In a cloud of tranquility, these captivating animals gracefully glide through their watery realm

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Admire, but Touch not (colour litho)

Admire, but Touch not (colour litho)
2796498 Admire, but Touch not (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admire, but Touch not. Illustration for Chatterbox, 1897.); © Look and Learn

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Babys cot transfer, Gnome riding in walnut shell

Babys cot transfer, Gnome riding in walnut shell
Babys cot transfer, Gnome riding in a walnut shell, pulled along by a goldfish

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Goldfish (litho)

Goldfish (litho)
1628059 Goldfish (litho) by Smith, Walter Granville (1870-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldfish. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 April 1895)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Girl with Goldfish

Girl with Goldfish
Young girl holding a plastic bag containing a goldfish Date: circa 1969

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Navy (chromolitho)

Navy (chromolitho)
968714 Navy (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Navy. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Red Carp (Cyprinus Erithrophthalmus) plate I from Ichthyologie

Red Carp (Cyprinus Erithrophthalmus) plate I from Ichthyologie
STC200704 Red Carp (Cyprinus Erithrophthalmus) plate I from Ichthyologie, ou histoire naturelle generale et particulare des poissons, by Marcus Elieser Bloch (1723-99)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: A keen sighted Politician warming his Imagination, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795

A keen sighted Politician warming his Imagination, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795
NCO190486 A keen sighted Politician warming his Imagination, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Background imageGoldfish Collection: An enamelled blue and white Fish jar and cover, 1522-1566 (ceramic)

An enamelled blue and white Fish jar and cover, 1522-1566 (ceramic)
1764940 An enamelled blue and white Fish jar and cover, 1522-1566 (ceramic) by Chinese School (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An enamelled blue and white Fish jar and cover)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Tommelise very desolate on the water lily leaf, in Thumbkinetta

Tommelise very desolate on the water lily leaf, in Thumbkinetta
SC8319 Tommelise very desolate on the water lily leaf, in Thumbkinetta from Hans Christian Andersens Fairy Tales, 1872 by Boyle, Eleanor Vere (1825-1916); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Listening-in to an ailing goldfish (litho)

Listening-in to an ailing goldfish (litho)
5217784 Listening-in to an ailing goldfish (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Listening-in to an ailing goldfish)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: A Victorian Christmas card of a cat sitting on a stack of books

A Victorian Christmas card of a cat sitting on a stack of books
3603407 A Victorian Christmas card of a cat sitting on a stack of books and looking into a goldfish bowl, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Wistaria at Kameido (colour litho)

Wistaria at Kameido (colour litho)
2813788 Wistaria at Kameido (colour litho) by Tyndale, Walter Frederick Roofe (1856-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wistaria at Kameido)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Two Boys Playing with Goldfish, 1879 (hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper)

Two Boys Playing with Goldfish, 1879 (hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper)
1764884 Two Boys Playing with Goldfish, 1879 (hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper) by Ren Yi (Ren Bonian) (1840-96); 132x60.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Boys Playing with Goldfish)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: The Goldfish, 1911 (oil on canvas)

The Goldfish, 1911 (oil on canvas)
822720 The Goldfish, 1911 (oil on canvas) by Curran, Charles Courtney (1861-1942); 76.7x51.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Goldfish. Charles Courtney Curran (1861-1942). Oil on canvas

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Goldfish, 1909 (pencil and watercolour)

Goldfish, 1909 (pencil and watercolour)
652071 Goldfish, 1909 (pencil and watercolour) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930); 39.1x28.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldfish. Arthur Hopkins (1848-1930). Pencil and watercolour

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Fishing for Gold Fish at a Winter Fete, Atami (colour litho)

Fishing for Gold Fish at a Winter Fete, Atami (colour litho)
2813771 Fishing for Gold Fish at a Winter Fete, Atami (colour litho) by Tyndale, Walter Frederick Roofe (1856-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishing for Gold Fish at a Winter Fete, Atami)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Goldfish (Carassius Auratus), 1921 (lithograph)

Goldfish (Carassius Auratus), 1921 (lithograph)
2622450 Goldfish (Carassius Auratus), 1921 (lithograph) by Denton, Sherman Foote (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: The Goldfish Pond, (oil on canvas)

The Goldfish Pond, (oil on canvas)
658394 The Goldfish Pond, (oil on canvas) by Coleman, William Stephen (1829-1904); 60.3x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Goldfish Pond. William Stephen Coleman (1829-1904). Oil on canvas

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)

Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)
730481 Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Wain Cats.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Girl teasing goldfish with peacock feather (colour print on silk)

Girl teasing goldfish with peacock feather (colour print on silk)
730270 Girl teasing goldfish with peacock feather (colour print on silk) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: A young child with a fishing net reaches into a goldfish bowl (colour litho)

A young child with a fishing net reaches into a goldfish bowl (colour litho)
732402 A young child with a fishing net reaches into a goldfish bowl (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Goldfish (ink & colour on silk)

Goldfish (ink & colour on silk)
CH402521 Goldfish (ink & colour on silk) by Ni Tian (1855-1919); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Chinese, out of copyright

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Trompe l Oeil of Chinese Objects (w / c on paper)

Trompe l Oeil of Chinese Objects (w / c on paper)
XZL151819 Trompe l Oeil of Chinese Objects (w/c on paper) by Chinese School (18th century); Hammarby, Uppsala, Sweden; (add.info.: from house of Carl Linnaeus; maison Carl von Linne; ); Chinese

Background imageGoldfish Collection: A visit to the acquarium (colour litho)

A visit to the acquarium (colour litho)
6032863 A visit to the acquarium (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A visit to the acquarium)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: The International Fisheries Exhibition at South Kensington (engraving)

The International Fisheries Exhibition at South Kensington (engraving)
1044159 The International Fisheries Exhibition at South Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Portrait of Amy Philpot in a Blue Dress with Doll and Goldfish (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Amy Philpot in a Blue Dress with Doll and Goldfish (oil on canvas)
female, girl, young, doll, goldfish, standing, child, full length, bloomers, childhood, portrait, gown, dress, elegant, fishbowl, 3038627

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Goldfish (colour litho)

Goldfish (colour litho)
981596 Goldfish (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldfish. Illustration for Japan A Record in Colour by Mortimer Menpes transcribed by Dorothy)

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Darth Sushi

Darth Sushi
Christophe Kiciak

Background imageGoldfish Collection: What do you drink?

What do you drink?
Daraio Domenico

Background imageGoldfish Collection: I feel what you feel

I feel what you feel
hardibudi

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Fish Tank

Fish Tank
Andrew Kow

Background imageGoldfish Collection: gold fish

gold fish
Cesare Sent

Background imageGoldfish Collection: The Wall of Fish

The Wall of Fish
MONOJIT MONDAL

Background imageGoldfish Collection: 1290179

1290179

Background imageGoldfish Collection: House arrest

House arrest
Sergio Rapagnà

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Colored lunch

Colored lunch
Sergio Rapagnà

Background imageGoldfish Collection: decorative fish

decorative fish
Ibrahim Nabeel

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Deceiving

Deceiving
Sebastian Kisworo

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Dead Mary

Dead Mary
Broken glasses and glass shards in a balancing construction with a goldfish, global warming concept. Dina Belenko

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Three year old Andrew Anderson, who settled for a goldfish at the oldest pet shop in

Three year old Andrew Anderson, who settled for a goldfish at the oldest pet shop in Belfast, Northern Ireland. 9th October 1963

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Liz Ledgershows how she gave her pet Goldfish Hughie the kiss of life

Liz Ledgershows how she gave her pet Goldfish Hughie the kiss of life

Background imageGoldfish Collection: The Whitsun Fair at Hearsall Common, Coventry. These two children try their luck hooking

The Whitsun Fair at Hearsall Common, Coventry. These two children try their luck hooking a duck. 31st May 1971

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Saved: Liz Ledger yesterday showing how she breathed life back into Hughie

Saved: Liz Ledger yesterday showing how she breathed life back into Hughie, her pet goldfish. December 1989 P011705

Background imageGoldfish Collection: The Pets, 1856. Creator: Eastman Johnson

The Pets, 1856. Creator: Eastman Johnson
The Pets, 1856

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Koi Pond, Japanese Tea Garden, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, USA

Koi Pond, Japanese Tea Garden, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, USA

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Goldfish, from the Fish from American Waters series (N8) for Allen &

Goldfish, from the Fish from American Waters series (N8) for Allen &
Goldfish, from the Fish from American Waters series (N8) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1889

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Goldfish, from Fish from American Waters series (N39) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes

Goldfish, from Fish from American Waters series (N39) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1889

Background imageGoldfish Collection: Gold-Fish in a Glass Bottle, 19th century. Creator: Totoya Hokkei

Gold-Fish in a Glass Bottle, 19th century. Creator: Totoya Hokkei
Gold-Fish in a Glass Bottle, 19th century




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"Deceiving Facades: The Enigmatic World of Goldfish" In a cloud of tranquility, these captivating animals gracefully glide through their watery realm. A color image reveals the mesmerizing beauty of goldfish, as they shimmer like liquid gold in their glass bowls. With ample copy space surrounding them, these delicate creatures seem to hold secrets within their enchanting gaze. But beware. Danger lurks beneath the surface. On this bright day, a mischievous cat fixates its eyes on the alluring goldfish confined in their aquatic haven. Their seemingly innocent presence can be deceiving; for behind those innocent eyes lies an untamed desire. As we delve deeper into history, "Convent Thoughts" from 1850-51 depicts a mysterious connection between women and goldfish - an enigma waiting to be unraveled. Le Miroir des Modes front cover showcases an art deco woman alongside these captivating creatures, hinting at a hidden concept that transcends time. Yet beyond mere symbolism and artistic representation lies reality itself - fishbowls housing our beloved companions in studio settings or aquariums filled with vibrant Cyprinus auratus species. Bubble Eye Goldfish swim gracefully among others while colorful bettafish create motion reminiscent of yellow and blue hues colliding and can not just animals; they are living works of art that captivate us with their elegance and grace. They embody both serenity and danger simultaneously – a facade that conceals depths unknown to most observers. So let us marvel at the intricate world as they navigate through life's currents with poise and allure – forever reminding us that true beauty often resides where we least expect it.