Narwhal Collection

Narwhal Canadian Arctic
DOC-51 Narwhal - head & tusk, out of water Canadian Arctic Monodon monoceros Doc White Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Narwhal Baffin Island
DOC-29 Narwhal - shoal, aerial shot Baffin Island, North West Territories Monodon monoceros Doc White Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

The Aquarium, pub. 1873 (colour litho)
2646269 The Aquarium, pub. 1873 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea, Jules Verne - title page
The title page of 20, 000 LIEUES SOUS LES MERS (20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea), showing an array of marine life. Date: First published 1870

Eskimo Hunts a Narwhal
An Eskimo fisherman pursuing a narwhal

Engraving depicting a Narwhal, a medium-sized toothed whale that possesses a large "tusk" from a protruding
5309369 Engraving depicting a Narwhal, a medium-sized toothed whale that possesses a large "tusk" from a protruding canine tooth; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Narwhal)

Engraving depicting a Narwhal, a medium-sized toothed whale that possesses a large "tusk" from a protruding
5309368 Engraving depicting a Narwhal, a medium-sized toothed whale that possesses a large "tusk" from a protruding canine tooth; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Narwhal)

Engraving depicting a school of Narwhal, a medium-sized toothed whale that possesses a large "tusk" from a
5309367 Engraving depicting a school of Narwhal, a medium-sized toothed whale that possesses a large "tusk" from a protruding canine tooth; (add.info)

Narwhal, Monodon monoceros, goose-beaked whale, Ziphius cavirostris, and northern bottlenose whale
FLO4660312 Narwhal, Monodon monoceros, goose-beaked whale, Ziphius cavirostris, and northern bottlenose whale, Hyperoodon ampullatus

Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros, and short-beaked common dolphin, Delphinus delphis
FLO5000152 Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros, and short-beaked common dolphin, Delphinus delphis. Chromolithograph from Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert's Natural History (Naturgeschichte)

Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros. (Horned narval or sea unicorn) Drawn from a stuffed specimen exhibited at
FLO4640875 Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros. (Horned narval or sea unicorn) Drawn from a stuffed specimen exhibited at the Mecklenburgh Coffee House in Charing Cross

Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, short-beaked dolphin, Delphinus delphis
FLO4684738 Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, short-beaked dolphin, Delphinus delphis, extinct Steller's sea cow, Hydrodamalis gigas, West Indian manatee

Narwhal or sea canary, Monodon monoceros (1, 2). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by David after an illustration by
FLO4654979 Narwhal or sea canary, Monodon monoceros (1, 2). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by David after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard Germain de Lacepede's Natural

Narwhal On the Toilet
In The Washroom

Narwhal on whaling ship in the Arctic

Narwhal, Monodon monoceros, and dugong, Dugong dugon (vulnerable). Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich
FLO4691184 Narwhal, Monodon monoceros, and dugong, Dugong dugon (vulnerable). Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals

Sea unicorn or narwhal, Monodon monoceros. Rare specimen with double tusks
FLO5004786 Sea unicorn or narwhal, Monodon monoceros. Rare specimen with double tusks. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new

Mace, Poland, 1600 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Mace, Poland, 1600/1700

Narwhal Tusk, Northern Europe, 16th / 17th century (?). Creator: Unknown
Narwhal Tusk, Northern Europe, 16th/17th century (?)

Narwhal, Monodon monoceros
Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros (Narwhalus microcephalus) stranded on a shore. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by James Stewart from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of

Sea unicorn or narwhal, Monodon monoceros. Rare specimen with double tusks. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new, rare

Narwhal and dolphin
Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros, and short-beaked common dolphin, Delphinus delphis. Chromolithograph from Gotthilf Heinrich von Schuberts Natural History (Naturgeschichte), Schreiber, Munich

Narwhal and dugong (vulnerable)
Narwhal, Monodon monoceros, and dugong, Dugong dugon (vulnerable). Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinzs Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals, 1836

Cetaceans
Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, short-beaked dolphin, Delphinus delphis, extinct Stellers sea cow, Hydrodamalis gigas, West Indian manatee, Trichechus manatus

Narwhal, goose-beaked whale and northern bottlenose whale
Narwhal, Monodon monoceros, goose-beaked whale, Ziphius cavirostris, and northern bottlenose whale, Hyperoodon ampullatus

Narwhal or sea canary, Monodon monoceros (1, 2). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by David after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard Germain de Lacepedes Natural History of

Sperm whale and narwhal
Sperm whale or cachalot, Physeter macrocephalus, vulnerable 1, and narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros, near threatened 2

Arctic fauna (colour litho)
3630348 Arctic fauna (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arctic fauna. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon, c1895.); © Look and Learn

Letter N (chromolitho)
3626574 Letter N (chromolitho) by Zweigle, Walter (1859-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter N. Illustration from Welt-ABC (Gustav Weise, Stuttgart, c1894).); © Look and Learn

Narwhal, 1860 (colour litho)
998882 Narwhal, 1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der SAaugetiere in ihren)

Rococo console table (grain-painted & inlaid walnut)
3618329 Rococo console table (grain-painted & inlaid walnut) by Italian School; 71.2x89x54.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Dundee Screw Whalers (engraving)
1612806 Dundee Screw Whalers (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dundee Screw Whalers. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 March 1861)

Narwal (coloured engraving)
1000566 Narwal (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator:Johann Eberhard Ihle Engraver)

"Sport Illustrated by Art"at the Grosvenor Gallery (engraving)
1047028 " Sport Illustrated by Art" at the Grosvenor Gallery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

White Whale and Narwhal, from Thorburns Mammals published by Longmans and Co, c
5304263 White Whale and Narwhal, from Thorburns Mammals published by Longmans and Co, c. 1920 (colour litho) by Thorburn, Archibald (1860-1935); Private Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Narwhal, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001109 Narwhal, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Marriage a la Mode: pl. 3, 1745. Creator: Bernard Baron
Marriage a la Mode: pl. 3, 1745

The steam yacht Narwhal under way, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Narwhal under way, 1913

Home Fleet Visit - King Edward boards submarine Narwhal, 1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Narwhal (Monodon monoceros) with characteristically long tusk, side view

Illustration of Narwhal (Monodon monoceros)

View From Below, Male Narwhal (Monodon Monoceros) In Clear Blue Ocean Water Near Surface

Humpback Whale, Killer Whale, Beluga, Pacific White-Sided Dolphin, Ganges River Dolphin and Narwhal

Narwhals (Monodon monoceros), computer artwork. These rare sea mammals are one of three whale species that spend their entire lives in the Arctic

A statue of Narwhal being speared at Menemsha Harbour

Arctic fauna, lithograph, published in 1897
Arctic fauna: 1) Polar bear (Ursus maritimus); 2) Wolverine (Gulo gulo); 3) Arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus); 4) Mountain hare (Lepus timidus); 5) True lemming (Lemmus); 6) Reindeer (Rangifer tarandus); 7

Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros, and sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus (vulnerable).. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals

BAT Bantam I in original form with short-span ailerons
Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine, Harrison, London, 1800

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The narwhal, also known as the sea unicorn, is a fascinating creature that inhabits the Canadian Arctic and Baffin Island. Its unique appearance has captured the imagination of many, even inspiring Jules Verne's famous novel "20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea. " Eskimos have long hunted narwhals for their valuable tusks, which can be seen on display in museums around the world. These majestic creatures are often depicted in artwork and illustrations, such as Karl Joseph Brodtmann's lithograph from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals in 1836. The narwhal's tusk is truly remarkable - it is actually a tooth that can grow up to 10 feet long. This impressive feature has led to various interpretations throughout history. In Mace, Poland during the 1600s and 1700s, unknown creators crafted intricate designs using narwhal tusks. In Northern Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries (or possibly earlier), craftsmen also utilized these tusks to create beautiful objects with unknown origins. The rarity of double-tusked specimens further adds to their allure. Despite its enchanting presence in art and literature, it is important to note that both narwhals and dugongs (another vulnerable species) face threats due to human activities. Conservation efforts are crucial for preserving these magnificent animals for future generations. Whether you encounter a narwhal through ancient artifacts or witness one gracefully swimming through icy waters off Baffin Island today; this sea unicorn continues to captivate our hearts with its beauty and mystery.