Mouth Collection (#98)

Canary fish (Epinephelus marginatus) in reef. El Hierro, Canary Islands

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina), two males, equally matched with mouths open in aggression. Out of focus King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) colony in background

Hawfinch 1+Coccothraustes coccothraustes+2 perched on branch amongst Hawthorn 1+Crataegus sp+2 berries. Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, Cadiz, Spain. February

Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris), portrait. Bandhavgarh National Park, India. Photo© Phillip Ross/Felis Images

Artichoke coral (Scolymia cubensis), close-up of mouth. Gardens of the Queen National Park, Cuba

Ornamental koi carp (Cyprinus carpio) group with open mouths at lake surface. Xishuangbanna Tropical and Flowers Garden, Jinghong, Yunnan, China

Kings Bridge, 1874. Creator: Harry Fenn
Kings Bridge, 1874. Bridge over the Spuyten Duyvil Creek, New York City, USA. Kings Bridge crosses the river near Spuyten-Duyvil Creek, which unites the Harlem [River] with the Hudson [River]

Indian Rock, Narragansett, 1872. Creator: Samuel Valentine Hunt
Indian Rock, Narragansett, 1872. Rocky coastline at Narragansett, Rhode Island, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains

The Entrance to Fowey Harbour, c1870. Estuary of the River Fowey, a natural harbour which enabled the town to become an important trading centre

At Dartmouth, 1898. Creator: Unknown
At Dartmouth, 1898. Dartmouth on the estuary of the River Dart. From " Our Own Country, Volume V". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1898]

Dartmouth Castle, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Dartmouth Castle, 1898. Dartmouth Castle artillery fort, built to protect Dartmouth harbour in Devon, saw service during the English Civil War of 1642 to 1646

North and South Shields, 1898. Creator: Unknown
North and South Shields, 1898. Coastal town in the North East of England at the mouth of the River Tyne, in 1870, work began to construct a fish quay to shelter docked fishing boats

Barmouth, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Barmouth, 1898. Barmouth on the estuary of the River Mawddach and Cardigan Bay visited by William Wordsworth, in the 19th century. From " Our Own Country, Volume III"

Frustrated photographer at trotting races, Mahon, Menorca
A male photographer tries to take a close-up picture of a racehorse in its stable - but the horse pushes its nose into his camera to take a closer look

slum child with dog
A dirty, barefoot boy eats a biscuit while standing on the doorstep of his slum home with a dog. Brinksway, Stockport Cheshire Date: circa 1970

Slum child eating
A small, dirty, barefoot boy on the doorstep of his slum home in Brinksway, Stockport Cheshire Date: circa 1970

Rattlesnake Lake Recreation Area, North Bend, Washington State, USA. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel standing inside of a large, hollow tree stump. (PR)

Gannet (Morus bassanus) chick with fluffy with mouth open. Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK, August

Hobart, from the Bay, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Hobart, from the Bay, 1901. The first European settlement of Hobart on the estuary of the Derwent River in Tasmania as a colonial outpost began with a military camp in 1803

West Cliff and Sands, 1929. Creator: Unknown
West Cliff and Sands, 1929. Westcliff-on-Sea, seaside resort in Essex on the Thames Estuary

View at the Mouth of the Hooghly, 1890. Creator: Unknown
View at the Mouth of the Hooghly, 1890. The Hooghly River, a distributary of the Ganges River in West Bengal, from which the East India company sailed into Bengal to establish their trade settlement

Description of Plate Showing the Age, As Indicated By The Teeth, c1879. Creator: Unknown
Description of Plate Showing the Age, As Indicated By The Teeth, c1879. Teeth change shape as a horse ages. From " The Book of the Horse", by S. Sidney

Portrait of four month old Golden Retriever puppy resting in his bed. (PR)

Black Pug puppy sitting in a studio. (PR)

Carnation, Washington State, USA. Gloucester Old Spot piglets nursing. (PR)

Bichon Frise dog lying on the couch looking happy. (PR)

Close-up portrait of a four month old Golden Retriever puppy. (PR)

Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil. Yacare Caiman with an open mouth sunning itself in the Cuiaba River

Roaring sea lion on the rocks off the Pacific Ocean

Zarmah - The King of Wild Animal Trainers Date: 1907

Social History - Dog brings home newspaper with young child
Social History - Britain, winter - Dog brings home newspaper (in its mouth) with a young child who has been out shopping for fruit. Date: circa 1910s

American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) with mouth open over seagrass bed, Chinchorro Banks Biosphere Reserve, Quintana Roo, Mexico

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Ragdoll cat in the studio Date:

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Somali Cat, wearing Christmas hat and snowflake Date:

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Turkish Angora Cat - portrait - smiling / laughing Date:

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Ragdoll cat in the studio Date:

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Chihuahua dog in the winter snow Date:

View on the Lane Cove River, c1900. Creator: Unknown
View on the Lane Cove River, c1900. From " 50 Picturesque Photographic Views of Sydney and Surroundings". [Swain & Co. Sydney]

Middle Harbour, from Spit Road, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Middle Harbour, from Spit Road, c1900. From " 50 Picturesque Photographic Views of Sydney and Surroundings". [Swain & Co. Sydney]

The Hawkesbury River and Bridge, c1900. Creator: Unknown
The Hawkesbury River and Bridge, c1900. From " 50 Picturesque Photographic Views of Sydney and Surroundings". [Swain & Co. Sydney]

Suspension Bridge, Middle Harbour, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Suspension Bridge, Middle Harbour, c1900. From " 50 Picturesque Photographic Views of Sydney and Surroundings". [Swain & Co. Sydney]

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Crocodile, Rockodile wearing guitar shaped sun Date:

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Sheep - lamb smiling and happy with mouth open Date:

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Sheep - lamb smiling and happy with mouth open Date:

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DOG. Cavapoo in a garden Date:

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DOG. Cavapoo in a garden Date:

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DOG. Cavapoo in a garden Date:

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DOG. Parson Jack Russell, head & paws over Date:

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The mouth, a fascinating and intricate part of our anatomy, holds the power to communicate, nourish, and captivate. Just like the Motor homunculus model illustrates, it is through this small opening that we express our thoughts and emotions. Leonardo da Vinci's detailed study of skull anatomy reminds us of the complexity hidden behind those lips. In nature's realm, even animals showcase their unique mouths. Two Golden Retrievers joyfully explore the forest together, tongues lolling out as they rest after an adventurous walk. Meanwhile, a pair of West Highland Terriers find solace amidst blooming heather fields while sitting side by side. Venturing into the depths of oceans reveals astonishing sights; a Whale Shark engulfs its prey with its massive open mouth while a diver marvels at this awe-inspiring spectacle in Australia - an experience shared worldwide through breathtaking imagery. The Greenland shark surprises us with its parasitic copepod companion clinging onto its skin - showcasing nature's intricate relationships. In contrast to these gentle giants lies the fearsome Great White Shark VT 2255 (M), captured in an underwater close-up revealing rows upon rows of razor-sharp teeth within its menacingly open jaws off South Australia's coast. A reminder that beauty can be found even in creatures often misunderstood. Not limited to marine life alone, other beings also possess remarkable oral abilities. A Donkey brays loudly as if announcing itself to the world - a sound both distinctive and endearing. At dawn on North Shields Fish Quay near the River Tyne in England, fishermen prepare for another day's work at this bustling hub where river meets sea. Even among Giraffes towering over savannah landscapes or prehistoric creatures like Ichthyosaurus and Plesiosaurus swimming ancient seas long ago – affectionate gestures such as kissing are exchanged using their elongated necks and delicate mouths. Lastly but not least important is modern dentistry’s panoramic X-ray, revealing the hidden secrets of our teeth and jaw structure.