Poisonous Collection (#6)

The Rat Stinker, 1632 (Etching)
7393372 The Rat Stinker, 1632 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 14 x 12, 5 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Medea, or The Marriage of Jason and Creuse, 1648 (Etching)
7393418 Medea, or The Marriage of Jason and Creuse, 1648 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 24 x 17, 4 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

St Benedict drinks poisoned wine, 1415-20, (tempera on wood)
7146402 St Benedict drinks poisoned wine, 1415-20, (tempera on wood) by Pietro, Nicolo di (fl.1394-1430); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Kitty Fisher as Cleopatra, 1759 (oil on canvas)
7146422 Kitty Fisher as Cleopatra, 1759 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); Kenwood House, London, UK; (add.info.: Kitty Fisher (1741-1767) as Cleopatra, Sir Joshua Reynolds

The wicked mother-in-law was put into a barrel full of boiling oil and venomous snakes
492387 The wicked mother-in-law was put into a barrel full of boiling oil and venomous snakes. Illustration by Arthur Rackham from Grimm's Fairy Tale, The Twelve Brothers

Poisonous plants. As well as the poisonous Black or Common Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) top left
541215 Poisonous plants. As well as the poisonous Black or Common Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) top left, and Woody Nightshade or Bittersweet (Solanum dulcarama) top right

Botanical plate depicting Good and Bad Mushrooms, c. 1900 (colour litho)
CHT177800 Botanical plate depicting Good and Bad Mushrooms, c.1900 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet

Monarch caterpillar on purple milkweed Date: 11-06-2021

Yellow white_lipped viper
Dikky Oesin

Monarch caterpillar on Green Milkweed

Monarch caterpillar on swamp milkweed

Monarch caterpillar on purple milkweed

The Death of Beowulf, from Hero Myths and Legends of the British Race by M. I. Ebbutt, 1910 (litho)
STC323654 The Death of Beowulf, from Hero Myths and Legends of the British Race by M.I. Ebbutt, 1910 (litho) by Bacon, John Henry Frederick (1868-1914) (after)

Snakes (coloured engraving)
1090889 Snakes (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snakes. Illustration for A History of the Earth and Animated Nature by Oliver Goldsmith)

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Western Coachwhip (Masticophis flagellum) red colored population in west Texas Date: 21/05/2012

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South America, Republic of Surinam. Close-up of poison dart frog on leaf. Date: 06/10/2010

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Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox), adult, Hidalgo County, south Texas, USA, coiled and shaking rattles, testing (tasting) air with tongue Date: 17/02/2005

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Mojave Rattlesnake, Crotalus scutulatus, Native to southwestern US. Habitat: Brush Covered Rocky Canyons, Talus Slopes and Grassy Fields Date: 30/07/2008

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Mojave Rattlesnake, Crotalus scutulatus, Native to southwestern US. Habitat: Brush Covered Rocky Canyons, Talus Slopes and Grassy Fields Date: 30/07/2008

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Gila Monster, Heloderma suspectum, Native to the South Western US Habitat: Southwestern Deserts Date: 30/07/2008

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Mangshan's Viper, Zhaoermia mangshanensis, Native to China Date: 30/07/2008

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Mangshan's Viper, Zhaoermia mangshanensis, Native to China Date: 30/07/2008

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Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Striking, Crotalus atrox, South Eastern AZ Date: 31/05/2006

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Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Striking (Controlled)Crotalus atroxSouth Eastern AZ Date: 31/05/2006

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Canada, Quebec. Close-up of fly agaric mushroom. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, British Columbia, Bowron Lakes Provincial Park. Brilliantly-colored red mushroom, Russula Emetica, emerges from duff after a fall rain. Date: 13/12/2006

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Vietnam. Close-up of poisonous Asian Vine Snake. Date: 03/03/2007

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Lionfish (Pterios sp.), Scuba diving at night at Koh Bon Bay, Similan Islands Underwater Park, Thailand, SE Asia Date: 12/05/2005

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toxic Fire Urchin (Asthenosoma varium), Puerto Gallera, Philippines, SE Asia Date: 12/05/2005

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toxic Fire Urchin (Asthenosoma varium), Puerto Gallera, Philippines, SE Asia Date: 12/05/2005

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Indonesia, South Sulawesi Province, Wakatobi Archipelago Marine Preserve. Banded Sea Krait (Latcauda colubrina). Date: 15/02/2005

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Indonesia, South Sulawesi Province, Wakatobi Archipelago Marine Preserve. Banded Sea Krait (Laticauda colubrina). Date: 15/02/2005

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Sumatran Elephant in the river (Elephas maximus sumatranus), Gunung Leuser national park, Sumatra, Indonesia, UNESCO World Heritage Site Date: 12/08/2006

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Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Close-up of deadly blue-ringed octopus. Date: 29/10/2009

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Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Underwater scenic of blue-ring octopus and coral. Date: 21/05/2009

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Shrimp on ocean floor, Raja Ampat Islands, Irian Jaya, West Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Two anemonefish swim among poisonous anemone for protection from predators, Raja Ampat Islands, Irian Jaya, West Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Frontal close-up of poisonous scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae), Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Frontal close-up of poisonous scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae) yawning, Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Strait. Close-up of a sought-after Rhinopias scorpionfish or weedy scorpionfish. Date: 19/05/2006

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Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Strait. Close-up of a sought-after Rhinopias scorpionfish or weedy scorpionfish. Date: 19/05/2006

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Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Strait. A normally red dwarf lionfish exhibits its rare yellow color phase. Date: 19/05/2006

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Anemonefish among poisonous tentacles, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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Poisonous Red lionfish (Pterois volitans), Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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Two Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) among anemone tentacles, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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Indonesia, Raja Ampat. Three clownfish swim among anemone tentacles for protection. Date: 19/05/2006

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Komodo dragon walking on stony beach, Komodo National Park, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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"Unveiling the Dark Side: Exploring the Enigmatic World of Poisonous" Step into a time capsule with Mushrooms Larousse 1913 and embark on a journey through Victorian Botanical Illustrations, where Poisonous Mushrooms take center stage. Picture No. 10750866 captures the essence of these captivating yet deadly fungi, showcasing their vibrant colors and intricate details. But beware. Just like the Rattlesnake Warning Sign, these Fly Agaric mushrooms possess an allure that can be fatal if consumed. Delve deeper into this realm as we uncover lithographs from 1895 depicting Poison Plants in all their treacherous glory. Victorian Botanical Illustrations continue to mesmerize us with depictions of Toxic and Poisonous Plants. These illustrations serve as both a cautionary tale and a testament to nature's ability to conceal danger within its beauty. The Bryant and May safety match matchbox label reminds us that even seemingly harmless objects can harbor poison. White Bryony, depicted in an engraving from 1857, stands tall as one such plant capable of causing harm when handled carelessly. Venturing beyond land, we encounter the Stonefish VT 5 - Valerie Taylor's remarkable photograph capturing this venomous creature lurking beneath ocean waves. Its camouflage is so effective that it remains virtually invisible until it strikes unsuspecting prey or unfortunate swimmers. Lastly, let us not forget about our terrestrial companions; behold the COMMON TOAD in all its mysterious splendor captured by studio photography. This seemingly innocuous amphibian secretes toxins potent enough to deter predators while serving as a reminder that appearances can indeed be deceiving. In this captivating exploration of "poisonous, " we are reminded of nature's delicate balance between beauty and danger. From ancient mushroom knowledge to Victorian botanical artistry, each image serves as a poignant reminder to tread carefully amidst Mother Nature's vast tapestry – for hidden among her wonders lie the poisonous secrets that can bring both awe and peril.