Monster Collection (#94)

KUBIN: GHOST AT THE BALL. The Ghost at the Ball. Drawing, 1918, for The Dance of Death by Alfred Kubin (1877-1959)

THE MUMMYs GHOST, 1943. John Carradine with Lon Chaney, Jr. as Mummy

Film Still: Monster
FILM STILL: MONSTER

SYMBOL: GARGOYLE. Symbol of vigilance

NOTRE DAME: GARGOYLES. Gargoyles on the roof of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, dating to Eugene Viollet-le-Ducs restoration of the cathedral in the mid-19th century

NOTRE DAME : GARGOYLE. A gargoyle designed by Eugne Viollet-le-Duc for the 19th century restoration of Notre Dame
NOTRE DAME : GARGOYLE. A gargoyle designed by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc for the 19th century restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France. Photograph, mid-20th century

NOTRE DAME: GARGOYLES. Gargoyles on Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, designed by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc for his restoration of the cathedral in the mid-19th century

Parco dei Monstri (Garden of the Monsters), part of the Orsinis villa dating from 1560, Sacro Bosco, Bomarzo, near Viterbo, Lazio, Italy, Europe

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

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Thunderbirds, a plumed serpent, and other Native American petroglyphs near Galisteo, New Mexico. Photograph

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Dragon of Heresy, from Guidius " Dialogy" printed in Switzerland, 1521. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century reproduction of the illustration

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Dragons and other decorations on a medieval Belgian cannon, displayed on the grounds of the Tower of London, England. Digital photograph

GGBR2D-00103
Dragons and other decorations on a medieval Belgian cannon, displayed on the grounds of the Tower of London, England. Digital photograph

Eicma Motorcycle Exhibiton 2008 Ducati Monster

Smart Monster Truck

Ducati Monster Italy

Ducati Monster

Music from The Yellow Dwarf, pantomime
Cover design for a collection of music from the pantomime, The Yellow Dwarf, a serio-comic fantasia performed at Covent Garden Theatre

Book plate used by Harry Price for books in the Harry Price Library of Magical Literature, containing the illustration " Abomination des Sorciers", with small actually used version

Monster Tea Gardens
The entrance to the Monster tea gardens, in Pimlico

The Trail Of The Monster, Or, The Forgotten Cigar, by Charl
A illustration showing two nymphs cautiously inspecting a smoke trail

Half-Time by Studdy
The Kaiser fans down the beleagured monster of Prussian militarism as the Allies enjoy a comfortable Christmas dinner in the opening months of World War One

Kwei-Sing Saved
KWEI-SING, one of several gods of litrerature, is saved from a watery grave by a Ngau, a species of benevolent sea- monster

Loch Ness Monster front page
Front cover of the Illustrated London News showing an illustration by ILN artist, G. H Davis, made after he was sent to Loch Ness to record the evidence given by a number of people who claimed to

Glaucus the Sea-God
Glaucus - fisherman turned into a sea- god by accident - meets the water-nymph Scylla and instantly falls in love with her, but Circe, jealous, turns her into a monster

Metal Monster Machine
THE METAL MONSTER by E K Jarvis. A massive metallic machine strides through the sea on four legs grabbing battleships in its clutches and firing a ray-gun

Attacking Alien Monster
Two men under sattack by a fearsome-looking monster with many tentacles. One is entrapped within the coils, whilst another fights back with a ray-gun

Italy Rome Baths
Diocletian may have been a monster, but at least he built this vast bathing, sports and recreation establishment which could accommodate 3000 bathers at a time

Astronomer Looks at Sun
An astronomer looks at the sun through a telescope, while two colleagues confer at his side (illustration to Aesops Fable: The Monster in the Sun)

France Tarascon
The chateau-du-Roi-Rene at Provencal Tarascon, which in legendary times was menaced by a monster, the fearsome Tarasque, which is still paraded in procession

Perseus Slays Monster
Andromeda is all set to become the sea-monsters lunch when along comes Perseus and sees it off

THE WYVERN
The countryfolk of Coed-y-Moch marvel at the body of the Wyvern, the fearful monster slain by the shepherd Meredydd

Luther with 7 Heads
Luther satirised as a seven- headed monster - aside from being an ecclesiastic, he is also Barabas the thief, a doctor, an inspector etcetera

American sea serpent, satirical depiction
The American sea serpent, with the stars and stripes on its body -- a satirical depiction

Sea serpent in the bay of Rio de Janeiro
In the bay of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, fishermen report a creature 20 metres long, with a giraffes neck and a serpents head. Others dismiss it as a hallucination

Whaling / Newfoundland
Whaling on the Grand Banks off Newfoundland

Black & White Illustration: Giant squid- historic specimen 2
PM-9706 Black & White Illustration: Giant squid - historic specimen 2 cephalopod molluscs Architeuthis sp. mythical beasts sea montsers Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display

Gila Monster On rock Sonoran Desert, Arizona
GET-1303 Gila Monster - On rock Sonoran Desert, Arizona Heloderma suspectum Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Wolf fish (Anarhichas lupus), head in profile with mouth open, St Abbs, Scotland, UK North Sea
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Gila Monster -Arizona-One of only two venomous lizards in the world-protected species-in Saguaro cactus
CAN-3050 Gila Monster - in Saguaro cactus "boot" Arizona, USA Heloderma suspectum One of only two venomous lizards in the world, protected species, delivers venom through grooved teeth

Gila Monster -Arizona, USA -One of only two venomous lizards in the world-protected species- delivers venom through
CAN-2308 Gila Monster - One of only two venomous lizards in the world-protected species Arizona, USA Heloderma suspectum John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Masks for sale on market day, Zaachila, Oaxaca, Mexico, North America

Fantastic sculptures, Villa Orsini, Vierbo Bomarzo, Lazio, Italy, Europe

O Tokoyo and Monster
O Tokoyo, sacrificed to sea- monster Yofune-Nushi, is a skilled diver, and is able to slay the monster which demands an annual virgin sacrifice (picture two of two)

O Tokoyo and Sacrifice
O Tokoyo sees a virgin about to be sacrificed to a sea- monster : and since she is herself desperate she offers to take the girls place (picture one of two)

Boris Karloff / Gaumont
BORIS KARLOFF British actor who appeared in American films, most notably as the monster in Frankenstein (1931)

Loch Ness Spotting
Watching for the Loch Ness monster through a pair of binoculars

Entente - German View
England depicted as a monstrous spider seeking to entrap all western Europe in its web - only the U-boats of Germany defy the monster !

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"Unveiling the Legends: Exploring the Monstrous Marvels of Myth and Cinema" An infamous image of the Loch Ness Monster emerges from the depths, captivating our imagination with its elusive presence. The Papyrus of Ani (Book of the Dead) - The Judgement reveals ancient beliefs surrounding monstrous creatures and their role in the afterlife. As a Kraken attacks a ship amidst a raging storm, fear grips sailors' hearts, reminding us of humanity's vulnerability against nature's colossal forces. Boris Karloff's haunting portrayal in James Whale's Bride of Frankenstein (1935) brings to life an iconic monster that continues to captivate audiences even today. A giant octopus stretches its tentacles across our screens, showcasing nature's incredible diversity and reminding us that they can come in unexpected forms. The enigmatic Loch Ness Monster resurfaces once again, leaving us pondering over its existence and fueling our fascination with mysterious creatures lurking beneath serene waters. GODZILLA roars onto the scene, embodying mankind's fearsome creations turned against them as we witness epic battles between towering monsters and human civilization. Lon Chaney mesmerizes audiences as he dons his chilling mask in Rupert Julian's The Phantom of the Opera (1925), revealing how monstrosity can be born out of tragedy and unrequited love. Amidst a tempestuous storm, a Kraken unleashes chaos upon unsuspecting ships, serving as a reminder that legends often find their origins within treacherous tales told by seafarers throughout history. Through enchanting silhouette animation in The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926), mythical beasts take center stage alongside heroes on daring quests, weaving together folklore and fantasy into one mesmerizing tale. The legendary Lochness Monster resurfaces yet again.