Rabbit Collection (#92)

Pasteur Trepans Rabbit
Louis Pasteur (1822 - 1895), French chemist and microbiologist, trepanning a rabbit at L Institut Pasteur, Paris

Selling Wild Rabbit
Street trader selling wild rabbit

Mary Tofts, Rabbit Mum
Mary Tofts holding one of the rabbits to which she claimed to have given birth; she was shown to be an impostor, yet deceived St Andre, one of the leading physicians of the day

Portable Searchlight
A soldier equipped with a portable searchlight can detect an enemy at night - though in this instance, all he has detected is a poacher trapping a rabbit

Alice Cover 1908
The White Rabbit is featured on the cover of the 1908 edition published by John Lane, Bodley Head

Sioux Legend / Rabbit / C20
Sioux legend of the personified rabbit who enters the lair of Pahe-Wathahuni, devourer of hunters

Boys Ferreting C19
Two boys set a ferret down a rabbit hole

Rabbit Shot
The farmers boy retrieves the rabbit the farmer has just shot

Early Hunting Dogs
A selection of Early hunting dogs and their prey

Pacifist Coat of Arms
The Royal Arms of Britain, as amended to suit the principles of the Peace Society - a king Charles spaniel and a rabbit replace the lion and the unicorn

Poulterers Cart
Here is Yorkshire poulterer and rabbit dealer Thomas Duffill and his good lady, their dog and their horse- drawn cart : his costume is specially noteworthy

Rabbit Care Handbook
A lop-eared rabbit emerges from its hutch on the cover of this handbook on how to care for your rabbit

Caught Canoodling
A dog returns from shooting to find a rabbit canoodling with his monkey wife

Rabbit and Pig
A rabbit confronted with two charming ladies of the town chooses the sow rather than the owl

Salad Stealer Nabbed
A police dog catches a rabbit in the fact of stealing a lettuce

Centaur and Rabbit
A young Centaur catches a rabbit and shows it proudly to the cupid riding on his back

Pet Rabbits C1860
Children with their pet rabbits : but why has the boy got his rabbit wrapped up in a pillowcase ? Is he taking it to the kitchen for supper ?

HARE
A hare

Pyne - Rabbit Woman
A RABBIT WOMAN A procession of street traders bring goods and services from house to house throughout the day : this rabbit woman also has a few ducks to sell

Young Man and Dog
A young man in waistcoat and cap stands with his dog, holding something which is probably a rabbit-trap

Retrieving a Rabbit
A dog brings a rabbit - or maybe its a hare - to its master

The White Rabbit
THE WHITE RABBIT

Ww1 / 1915 / Greek Islands
The British gobble up the islands of the Aegean

Alice, King, Rabbit
WHITE KING Alice and the White King and Rabbit Messenger

Alice / The White Rabbit
The White Rabbit checks his watch

The Poacher Detected
THE POACHER DETECTED. He will probably be hanged, but if the magistrate is merciful he may simply be transported to Australia for the rest of his life

Caroll / Alice & Cards
Alice and the Cards

Chinese Zodiacal Pairs
The 12 creatures of the Chinese zodiac positioned in opposing pairs

Lace making at home in Caen, Normandy, France
Lace making at home in Caen, Normandy, northern France

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"Exploring the Renaissance: Dürer's Hare and the Art of Rabbits" Step into the world of art as we delve into Albrecht Dürer's masterpiece, "Hare, " created in 1502 during the Renaissance. This iconic painting captures the essence of a rabbit with such precision that it has become a symbol of artistic excellence. But let us not confine ourselves to canvas alone; imagine a rabbit lying down in a hammock, basking lazily under the warm sun. A Dutch rabbit takes relaxation to another level, comfortably lounging in a deckchair, while another one adorns itself with vibrant flowers. The enchantment continues as we explore Lydon's captivating portrayal of rabbits and hares. Picture No. 10743654 transports us to their whimsical world, where these adorable creatures frolic amidst nature's beauty. Behold. A dwarf rabbit steals our hearts with its miniature charm, reminding us that even small beings can leave an everlasting impact on our lives. Intriguingly enough, even Lewis Carroll couldn't resist incorporating rabbits into his timeless tale. Alice encounters a herald-like Rabbit who leads her on an extraordinary adventure through Wonderland – truly showcasing how rabbits have captured our imagination throughout history. Let us not forget Rosa Bonheur's breathtaking painting from 1840 displayed at Bordeaux's Musee Des Beaux Arts. Her skillful brushstrokes immortalize rabbits in all their grace and elegance – testament to their enduring appeal across centuries. Henry Raeburn invites us to witness an intimate moment between a young boy and his beloved pet rabbit from c1814 (1912). The tenderness portrayed here reminds us of the profound bond humans share with these gentle creatures. And finally, take a moment to appreciate Bison below the Grand Teton Mountains – for even among majestic landscapes, rabbits find their place as part of nature’s intricate tapestry.