Mermaid Collection (#23)

Mermaid Exhibit, London
A Mermaid exhibited in London. Date: circa 1875

ANDERSEN: LITTLE MERMAID. All she wanted... was a beautiful statue of a lovely boy. Drawing, 1913, by William Heath Robinson for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN: LITTLE MERMAID. She came across a whole flock of little children. Drawing by Arthur Rackham for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN: LITTLE MERMAID. She put her arms round the marble figure which was so like the prince. Drawing by Arthur Rackham for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

Mermaids with dolphins. These mythical creatures, half-woman and half-fish, were first described by the Syrians, who worshipped a Semitic mermaid moon-goddess called Atargatis

1560 Gesner mermaid sea monster
Satyrus marinus - a sea monster of partially human form. Woodcut with old colouring. Gesner " Icones Animalium" publ. Christof Froschover, Zurich, 1560

Vespucius off the Americas coast, artwork
Vespucius off the Americas coast. Artwork of the Italian explorer Americus Vespucius (1454-1512) on his ship, off the coast of South America

ANDERSEN: LITTLE MERMAID. Drawing, 1932 by Arthur Rackham for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN: LITTLE MERMAID. The little mermaid was slowly rising up out of the foam. Drawing, 1932, by Arthur Rackham for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

Sea of Darkness
Terrors in the Sea of Darkness. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mermaid of Zennor pew, Zennor Church, Cornwall
Canon Cotter stands in the pulpit in Zennor Church, near St Ives, Cornwall, near the Mermaid of Zennor pew, on the end of which is carved a mermaid with long flowing hair

The Catch by Charles Robinson
An illustration by Charles Robinson (1870-1937) of a fantasy scene showing a baby mermaid sat on the shore of a rock pool surrounded by two female bathers

History of Fashion 1876
Change in silhouette: the bustle has slipped, bodice is elongated, the skirt is tightly swathed at the front & has a long train. Dresses of 2 colours are fashionable

Mermaid Street in Rye
Mermaid Street: a cobbled street in Rye, Sussex

Map / Africa / Angola 1714
Map of Angola, with a mermaid

Satire on Religious Art
A satire on the literal nature of religious art, with St Anthony preaching to the fishes lampooned

Fanny Cerrito / Ondine
FANNY CERRITO Italian ballet dancer, seen here in Ondine

Mermaid of Angola
Sailors sighted this mermaid off the coast of Angola

Mermaid Inn, Mermaid Street, Rye, Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Mermaid, Stresa, Piedmont, Italy, Europe

Statue, North Harbour Drive, San Diego, California, United States of America, North America

Statue of prince and mermaid from epic Phra Aphaimani by Sunthorn Phu on the coast at Hat Sai Kaew beach, Ko Samet island, Rayong, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

The Mermaid Fountain, cast in 1855, the symbol of Warsaw, Old Town Square (Rynek Stare Miasto), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Warsaw, Poland, Europe

Warsaw Mermaid Fountain and reflections of the Old Town houses, Old Town Square (Rynek Stare Miasto), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Warsaw, Poland, Europe

Larvotto Beach, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Mediterranean, Europe

Little Mermaid, Copenhagen, Denmark, Europe

Architectural detail on restaurant, Nyhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark, Scandinavia, Europe

Architectural detail, Nyhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark, Scandinavia, Europe

The Little Mermaid, Copenhagen, Denmark

Mermaid statue, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, North America

Giant sand sculpture of a mermaid and bungalows on the Ceara coastline, near Canoa Quedrada, Ceara. Brazil, South America

Mermaid Listens to Radio
A mermaid listens-in

WOMEN & GIRL 1876
Girl: short grey dress trimmed with red ribbons down the front. Women: jacket bodices, one with pointed basques at the back, tie-back skirts & long mermaid-tail trains

Mermaid / Basile / Folklore
THE TWO CAKES Mariella on the sea-shore

Mermaid Gazes at Prince
The little mermaid watches the prince

Mermaid and Statue
The little mermaid hugs the statue of the Prince

Mermaid and Witch
The little mermaid talks with the witch on the sea-floor

Mermaid and Children
Children are frightened at the sight of the mermaid as they bathe

Showgirl / Underwater
Barfoot showgirl dancing an underwater dance - Not quite a mermaid, more of an octopus!

Little Mermaid / Lefler
The little mermaid watches the castle drawbridge being lowered (Hans Christian Andersen)

Mermaid and Lover
The mermaid falls in love with the King

Mermaid Netted
Three fishermen make an unexpected catch

Mermaid and Friend
A mermaid makes friends with a fisherman

Boy Meets Mermaid
A diving boy meets a decorously attired mermaid

Merfolk and Submarines
The mer-people resent the intrusion of submarines into the domain they share only with the fishes Date: 1907

Mermaid (Crane)
A mermaid on a rock

Folklore / Mer-People
A mermaid combing her hair

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"Captivating Creatures of the Deep: Exploring the Enchanting World of Mermaids" Dive into a mesmerizing journey through time and art, as we unravel the captivating allure of mermaids. From ancient maps to modern sculptures, these mythical beings have fascinated humanity for centuries. In Mappa Mundi, a vellum map from 1290, mermaids grace the edges with their enchanting presence. Their ethereal beauty lures sailors towards unknown territories, igniting curiosity and adventure. Traveling to Capri in Italy, we find Fisherman and Mermaids dwelling within the mystical blue Grotto. The harmonious coexistence between humans and these aquatic creatures sparks wonder about hidden realms beneath the waves. Renowned artist John William Waterhouse brings forth an exquisite portrayal of A Mermaid. With flowing tresses and beguiling eyes, she embodies both danger and desire - a symbol of untamed femininity that has captivated artists throughout history. Copenhagen's iconic Little Mermaid statue perches gracefully on rocks by the sea. Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's beloved fairy tale, this bronze sculpture immortalizes longing for love amidst sacrifice - reminding us that even mythical beings yearn for human connection. Yet not all encounters with they are serene; horrors unfold in Webster Murray's chilling artwork titled "Horrors, my wife. " Here lies a cautionary tale warning against succumbing to temptation without considering its consequences. Venturing underwater alongside divers reveals another facet lore. These fantastical creatures share an intriguing relationship with those who explore their domain - sometimes aiding them or leading them astray in mysterious ways. Even during times of war like WW1, mermaids found their place in cartoons depicting U-boats encountering these magical beings beneath turbulent waters. Symbolic representations intertwine fantasy with reality as tales merge into historical events. Edmund Dulac's evocative illustration captures one such moment in Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale.