Ochre Collection (page 5)

Pajama Cardinalfish
A Pajama cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) photographed at night off the island of Yap; Yap, Micronesia

Judgment Midas Hermann Weyer German 1596 1621
The Judgment of Midas; Hermann Weyer (German, 1596 - after 1621); 1616; Pen and black ink, black, ochre, reddish and gray washes, with white gouache heightening; 22.1 x 27 cm (8 11, 16 x 10 5, 8 in.)

Book Lithograph Trials using different means
Book of Lithograph Trials using different means of Drawing such as Crayon, Pen, Brush, and Wash: A Landscape, c. 1816. Godefroy Engelmann (French, 1788-1839)

Colourful ochre cliffs at Rousillon in France. This is in the Vaucluse area of Provence-Alpes-cote d`Azur

Two Samburu warrior of Northern Kenya in all their finery. The ostrich pompom on the spear was formerly a sign of peace

An old Himba woman, upright despite her years, rides her donkey through harsh land where mid-day temperatures rise to 400C. Her body gleams from a mixture of red ochre, butterfat and herbs

View of Mersey River and the Valley Through the Alum Cliffs Gorge, Mole Creek, Great Western Tiers, Tasmania, Australia
Tulampanga, or Alum Cliffs, was a place of particular social and spiritual significance to Aborigines because of the ochre to be found in that area of the Gog Range

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7375
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. This is the unicorn figure in the Great Hall of the Bulls. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Restoring Lascaux cave paintings replica. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963, with the Lascaux II replica opening nearby in 1983

Mauritania, Adrar, Chinguetti, Necklaces and jewellery

Landscape
Artist: Dawson, Henry - Title: Landscape - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 30.5 x 45.7

France, Provence Alps Cote d Azur, Vaucluse, Roussillon. Town Hall (Hotel de Ville) in the old town

Kenya, Laikipia, Ol Malo. A Samburu warriors hair is ochred and tied up in braids at a dance at a local manyatta

Kenya, Laikipia, Ol Malo. Samburu warriors sing, clap and dance in their traditional dress at a manyatta

A Himba mother and baby son relax outside their dome-shaped home. Their bodies gleam from a mixture of red ochre, butterfat and herbs

A Msai warrior blows a trumpet fashioned from the horn of a Greater Kudu. The strap is decorated with cowrie shells. Kudu-horn trumpets are only sounded to call men to arms or on ceremonial occasions

In their dances, Samburu warriors take it in turns to leap high in the air from a standing position without bending their knees

Yellow Ochre at Bell Rock, Vale of Avoca, Co. Wicklow - a view under Bell Rock where there are deposits underneath of yellow ochre. (Location: Republic of Ireland; County Wicklow; Vale of Avoca)

Spain. Cantabria. Cave of Altamira. Bison
Spain. Cantabria. Cave of Altamira. Upper Paleolithic Paintings. Bison. Polychrome ceiling. Around Santillana del Mar. World Heritage Site by UNESCO

Elevation Palace Facade 1770 Pen black ink gray
Artokoloro

Caricature Sculptor Pen black ink gray ochre
Artokoloro

Plan Columbarium 1710-27 Pen brown ink brush
Artokoloro

Study Ferry 1829 Watercolor graphite sheet 3 3 / 4 x 5
Artokoloro

Design Chandelier Sixteen Candles 1632 Brush
Artokoloro

Africa, Namibia, Opuwo. Fragrant herbs and ochre at the market. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Picture No. 11672252
Paint Pots. Date:

Picture No. 11672253
Paint Pots. Date:

Picture No. 11672251
Paint Pots. Date:

Picture No. 11672249
Paint Pots. Date:

Picture No. 11672250
Paint Pots. Date:

Picture No. 11672248
Paint Pots. Date:

Picture No. 11672247
Paint Pots. Date:

Picture No. 11672246
Paint Pots. Date:

Picture No. 11672245
Paint Pots. Date:

Bartolomeo Coriolano after Guido Reni, Italian (active 1627-1653), Herodias and Salome, 1631, chiaroscuro woodcut printed in ochre, brown, and black on laid paper

German 15th Century, Saint Onuphrius, c. 1450, woodcut, hand-colored in ochre, pink, gray, and red

German 15th Century, The Denial of Peter, c. 1455-1465, woodcut in brown, hand-colored in red lake, green, brown, and ochre

Workshop of Master of the Aachen Madonna, Saint Christopher, 1470-1480, metalcut, hand-colored in green and ochre

German 15th Century, Christ Bearing the Cross, c. 1500, woodcut, hand-colored in mauve, red, blue, green, ochre, yellow, black, white, and gold, on vellum

German 15th Century, Song to the Virgin, c. 1500, woodcut, hand-colored in rose and ochre

Italian 17th Century, An Elaborate Altar of Colored Marble Ornamented with Sculptures, 1600s, pen and brown ink with brown, red, and ochre washes and gouache on laid paper

Ventura Salimbeni (Italian, 1568 - 1613), The Birth of the Virgin, 1605-1610, pen and brown and red ink with brown and sanguine wash over red chalk

The Judgment of Midas; Hermann Weyer, German, 1596 - after 1621; 1616; Pen and black ink, black, ochre, reddish and gray washes, with white gouache heightening; 22.1 x 27 cm (8 11/16 x 10 5/8 in.)

Eve [ The Nightmare ] (recto), Eve [ The Nightmare ] (verso); Paul Gauguin, French, 1848 - 1903; Tahiti, South Pacific, Oceania; about 1899 - 1900; Black printers ink, ochre ink

Self-Portrait Signed and dated in ochre brown paint, lower right: JWARD [in
Self-Portrait Signed and dated in ochre brown paint, lower right: " JWARD [in monogram] R.A | 1830", James Ward, 1769-1859, British

Hendrik Goltzius (Dutch, 1558-1617), Pluto, 1588-1590, chiaroscuro woodcut in sepia-ochre, green and black

Hendrik Goltzius (Dutch, 1558-1617), Persephone, 1588-1590, chiaroscuro woodcut printed from 3 blocks: black line block and 2 tone blocks in sepia-ochre and olive

German 15th Century, The Last Judgment with the Apostles, c. 1460, woodcut, hand-colored in red lake, ochre, green, brown, tan, and black

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Unearthing the Colors of History: Ochre's Vibrant Legacy" Step into the past as you explore the captivating world of ochre. From ancient cave paintings to indigenous traditions, this natural pigment has left its mark across continents and cultures. In France's Lascaux II cave painting replica, brushstrokes transport us back thousands of years, revealing humanity's artistic prowess. Meanwhile, in Australia's Arnhem Land, near Mt Borradaile, Aboriginal rock art showcases ochre's significance in storytelling and cultural expression. Witness a Himba woman adorned in traditional attire, her body shimmering with a mixture of red ochre. This sacred substance not only beautifies but also symbolizes heritage and spirituality for many indigenous communities worldwide. Delve deeper into history as we encounter the Red Lady of Paviland femur—a relic from Paleolithic times that bears traces usage. Its presence hints at rituals or ceremonies where this earthy pigment played an integral role. Travel to Roussillon in Provence, France—once home to thriving ochre mines—and marvel at the striking cliffs that were once sources for this precious material. The vibrant hues found here inspired artists throughout history and continue to captivate visitors today. Discover unexpected encounters along your journey; a taverna sign beckons you closer while a cat peacefully slumbers under a bench amidst Roussillon's colorful houses. These everyday scenes remind us how deeply ingrained ochre is within our surroundings. As we piece together fragments from different worlds through collage artwork like "Imaginations, " we realize that ochre transcends time and borders—it connects us all through its rich pigments and historical significance. Finally, let yourself be enchanted by "The Goddess Of The Night, " an embodiment of mystery painted with strokes infused with deep shades of ochre. This ethereal figure reminds us that even in darkness, beauty can arise from the earth's embrace.