Mottled Collection (#4)

Common spider conch shells C016 / 6042
Pair of common spider conch (Lambis lambis) shells. This heavily ornamented gastropod, has large shell projections. It originates from the Western Indo-Pacific

LS Plate 179 from the John Reeves Collection

Tyto alba, barn owl
A mounted specimen of a barn owl (Tyto alba). Barn owls are well distributed in Europe, South America, U.S.A, Africa and Australia. There are 35 subspecies

Acronicta psi, grey dagger moth caterpillar
Grey dagger moth caterpillars feed on many types of tree and shrub including; birch, lime and hawthorn. The adult moths display black dagger-like markings on their wings

Tabby cat walking across a brick wall, stretching legs out confidently, tail outstretched for balance

American Bullfrog tadpole (Lithobates catesbeianus)

Turkish Angora cat with silvery tortoiseshell markings, looking up

Frogs playing with a ball on eight Victorian scraps. (1 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Frogs sitting on a bench on a postcard, smoking, reading, or just thinking. Date: circa 1890s

Man with dog and parrot in a back yard. Date: circa 1910s

Greetings card with the words Best Wishes in mottled green and brown. Date: circa 1890s

Two bedroom fireplace 1936
Two fire places with simple designs, one with two coloured tiles with kerbed hearth and the other with a raised hearth. Date: 1936

Armitage Coloured (Mottle) Ware - Mottled Amber Basin
Armitage Coloured (Mottle) Ware - Mottled Amber Wash Basin (sink). Date: circa 1920s

Spined Loach, Minnow, Loach and Common Bleak
Spined Loach (Cobitis taenia), Minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus), Loach (Barbatula barbatula) and Common Bleak (Alburnus alburnus). Date: 1879

Ophidium Eel and Muraena
Ophidium Eel or Beardless Ophidium (Ophidion imberbe, now classified as Pholis gunnellus, ie Rock Gunnel or Butterfish), and Muraena (Muraena helena), also known as Mediterranean Moray

Microchirus variegatus, or Thickback Sole, also known as Bastard Sole and Red-Backed Sole. Date: 1864

Zeugopterus regius, or Blochs Topknot. Date: 1864

Phrynorhombus norvegicus, or Ekstroms Topknot, also known as Norwegian Topknot, a species of turbot. Date: 1864

Gobius paganellus, or Rock Goby, also known as Black Goby and Millers Thumb. Date: 1863

Mottled design in SMB wallpaper sample book
Mottled design in an SMB wallpaper sample book. Date: 1934

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"Mottled: A Tapestry of Nature's Colors" In the dense forests of New Zealand, a Strigops habroptilus, commonly known as the kakapo, displays its mottled plumage. With intricate patterns blending shades of green and brown, it effortlessly camouflages itself among the foliage. On a branch high above, a Red kite (Milvus milvus) perches gracefully. Its feathers are adorned with an enchanting mix of reds and browns, creating a stunning mottled effect that catches the eye. Not far away, a peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) stands tall on another branch. Its sleek body showcases an exquisite blend of dark and light hues - nature's own masterpiece in mottling. Down by the shimmering waters stand lesser flamingos (Phoeniconaias minor), their delicate pink plumage speckled with patches of white. The subtle mottling adds depth to their already captivating appearance. Venturing into the depths below sea level lies an epaulette shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum). Its skin is beautifully patterned with spots and blotches in varying shades - an underwater marvel in natural mottling. Moving towards freshwater habitats, we encounter lampreys - Sea Lamprey, Lampern, and Silver Lamprey. These ancient creatures boast bodies covered in scales displaying mesmerizing patterns resembling delicate brushstrokes across their skin. Flipping through pages filled with avian wonders brings us to page 78 where an Eastern Curlew (w / c on paper) captures our attention. The artist skillfully portrays its elegant form using watercolors that create soft gradients and gentle mottling effects. Perched behind a cactus hides the Gila Monster lizard (Heloderma suspectum), showcasing its unique textured skin marked by irregular patches arranged like puzzle pieces. Its mottled appearance serves as a natural defense against predators.