Mermaid Collection (#6)

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Mermaid Collection: Picture representing a statue of a siren from the cemetery of Dipylon near the town of Athens

Picture representing a statue of a siren from the cemetery of Dipylon near the town of Athens. Work preserved in the National Museum of Athens

Mermaid Collection: Piazza del Nettuno in Bologna with the fountain by Giambologna and the Town Hall

Piazza del Nettuno in Bologna with the fountain by Giambologna and the Town Hall. Bologna Piazza del Nettuno Fountain Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Mermaid Collection: The base of the fountain of Neptune in Bologna, work by Giambologna

The base of the fountain of Neptune in Bologna, work by Giambologna. Bologna Piazza del Nettuno Fountain Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Mermaid Collection: Funerary stele with scenes of the trip of the dead man into the realm of the dead

Funerary stele with scenes of the trip of the dead man into the realm of the dead: Work preserved in the Civic Archaeological Museum of Bologna

Mermaid Collection: The fountain in Piazza Fontana, Milan. Sculpture by Giuseppe Franchi

The fountain in Piazza Fontana, Milan. Sculpture by Giuseppe Franchi. Milan Piazza Fontana. Fountain Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Mermaid Collection: Baptismal font by Luca della Robbia. On the front is a panel representing Zechariah writing on a

Baptismal font by Luca della Robbia. On the front is a panel representing Zechariah writing on a tablet the name of his newborn John. Parish Church of Galatrona

Mermaid Collection: Ulysses and the mermaids; detail of an Etruscan funerary urn

Ulysses and the mermaids; detail of an Etruscan funerary urn, in the Guarnacci Etruscan Museum in Volterra Volterra Guarnacci Etruscan Museum Urn Etruscan Art and Civilization, Italy, Europe

Mermaid Collection: Fountain in the form of a tripod on display at the Louvre Museum, Paris

Fountain in the form of a tripod on display at the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Fountain Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1908. Date of Artwork:I-II sec. d.C

Mermaid Collection: The Fountain of Neptune, work by Giambologna, in Piazza Maggiore in Bologna

The Fountain of Neptune, work by Giambologna, in Piazza Maggiore in Bologna Bologna Fountain Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Mermaid Collection: Three mermaids, 1879 (oil on canvas)

Three mermaids, 1879 (oil on canvas)
7487575 Three mermaids, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Thoma, Hans (1839-1924); 106x77.6 cm; Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (add.info.: By Hans Thoma)

Mermaid Collection: The mermaid, 1866 (engraving)

The mermaid, 1866 (engraving)
7147160 The mermaid, 1866 (engraving) by Bayard, Emile Antoine (1837-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: The mermaid, by french poet Beranger ( 1780-1857 ) Design by Emile Bayard 1866

Mermaid Collection: Ancient Etruscan wedding ceremony

Ancient Etruscan wedding ceremony. The bride and groom hold each others hands in front of doors which are only opened after the ceremony has ended

Mermaid Collection: Whither away? Illustration by Florence Harrison of Tennysons poem

Whither away? Illustration by Florence Harrison of Tennysons poem, The Sea Fairies Date: c.1920

Mermaid Collection: The Medici Cycle: The Disembarkation of Marie de Medici at Marseilles, 3rd November 1600

The Medici Cycle: The Disembarkation of Marie de Medici at Marseilles, 3rd November 1600
PWI91415 The Medici Cycle: The Disembarkation of Marie de Medici at Marseilles, 3rd November 1600, detail of the Naiads, c.1621 (oil on canvas) (detail of 2995) by Rubens

Mermaid Collection: Christmas and New Year card in the shape of a sailing boat

Christmas and New Year card in the shape of a sailing boat, the Mermaid, with two passengers, their dog, and two sailors. circa 1890s

The Mermaid by Hester Margetson

Mermaid Collection: The Fisherman and the Siren (oil on canvas)

The Fisherman and the Siren (oil on canvas)
CHT272993 The Fisherman and the Siren (oil on canvas) by Ekvall, Knut (1843-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: sirene entrainant le pecheur dans la mer; from a ballad by Goethe;)

Fee des eaux
Fe e des eaux. Found in the Collection of Muse e Gustave Moreau

Syrenka, Warsaw Mermaid, Vistulan Boulevard, Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland

Mermaid Collection: Ice Skating Rink at dusk, elevated view, Old Town Main Market Square, Warsaw

Ice Skating Rink at dusk, elevated view, Old Town Main Market Square, Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland

Mermaid Collection: Snow covered Syrenka, Warsaw Mermaid, Old Town Main Market Square, winter, Warsaw

Snow covered Syrenka, Warsaw Mermaid, Old Town Main Market Square, winter, Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland

Fishing boat, Paphos, Cyprus

Mermaid Collection: Spain, Galicia, Vigo, The 'Il Sireno'sculpture in the Praza da Porta do Sol

Spain, Galicia, Vigo, The "Il Sireno"sculpture in the Praza da Porta do Sol
Spain, Galicia, Vigo, The " Il Sireno" sculpture in the Praza da Porta do Sol

Over the Rainbow
hardibudi

Sky dive
Andrey Narchuk

Ocean of Roses
Martha Suherman

Touch of paradise
Andrey Narchuk

The Little Mermaid Statue, Copenhagen, Denmark

Mermaid Collection: The Little Mermaid and the Wizard

The Little Mermaid and the Wizard
Andrii Kutsachenko

Mermaid dreaming
Hilal safarjalani

Mermaid Realm
Andrea Izzotti

Mermaid Collection: Mermaid swimming underwater with fish

Mermaid swimming underwater with fish
A mermaid swimming with the fish under the sea. From "Christmas Posy - A Bunch of Verses for Children", a supplement to the Christmas Number of Woman for 1897

Mermaid Collection: ATLANTIS FAIRY TALE (PART 5)

ATLANTIS FAIRY TALE (PART 5)
Paolo Lazzarotti

Mermaid Collection: ATLANTIS FAIRY TALE (PART 4)

ATLANTIS FAIRY TALE (PART 4)
Paolo Lazzarotti

sea tale
Dmitry Laudin

Sea Dreamworld
Goed Blauw

Mermaid Collection: underwater artistic portrait shooting

underwater artistic portrait shooting
engin akyurt

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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.