Scorpion Collection (#7)

Cartoon, smiling orange scorpion

Scorpion and venomous centipede in natural habitat

Illustration of a female Scorpion carrying young on back

Illustration of scorpion

Picture No. 11676118
European Scorpion Date:

Picture No. 11676331
Longspined Bullhead / Longspined Sea-scorpion (composite image) Date:

Picture No. 11671508
Italian Scorpion in attack position. Date:

Picture No. 11671506
Wind Scorpion. Date:

Picture No. 11671507
Italian Scorpion in attack position. Date:

Picture No. 11671433
Italian Scorpion in attack pose. Date:

Picture No. 11671432
Italian Scorpion under UV light. Date:

KUBIN: THE SCORPION, 1923. Drawing, 1923, by Alfred Kubin (1877-1959)

ALLEGORY OF MARS, 1495. A personification of the planet Mars. Woodcut from Johann Winterburgers Wiener Praktik, Vienna, 1495

Scorpio is the eighth astrological sign of the Zodiac. Its symbol is the scorpion

Eurypterus tetragonophthalmus, Silurian of Europe

Pterygotus sea scorpion from the Paleozoic Era
Pterygotus was a predatory sea scorpion that lived all over the world from the Silurian to Devonian Eras

Brumaire (October / November), second month of the Republican Calendar, engraved by Tresca, French, c
XIR82284 Brumaire (October/November), second month of the Republican Calendar, engraved by Tresca, French, c.1794 (engraving) by Lafitte, Louis (1770-1828) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Young Man Greeted by Seven Liberal Arts, from the Villa Lemmi (fresco)
XIR59180 Young Man Greeted by Seven Liberal Arts, from the Villa Lemmi (fresco) by Botticelli, Sandro (Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi) (1444/5-1510); Louvre, Paris, France; Italian

An Egyptian Dervish in the 19th century, eating scorpions. From El Mundo Ilustrado
KW478324 An Egyptian Dervish in the 19th century, eating scorpions. From El Mundo Ilustrado, published Barcelona, 1880. by European School

The Wine Harvest (engraving)
XJF397696 The Wine Harvest (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ploughman Ploughs the Ground with his Horses)

October, sowing, ploughing and threshing, Libra, illustration from the Almanach
XIR345829 October, sowing, ploughing and threshing, Libra, illustration from the Almanach des Bergers, 1491 (xylograph) (b/w photo) by Le Rouge, Pierre (fl)

Zodiac Calendar, from an Atlas of the World in 33 Maps, Venice, 1st September 1553
XOT330945 Zodiac Calendar, from an Atlas of the World in 33 Maps, Venice, 1st September 1553 (ink on vellum) by Agnese, Battista (1514-64); Museo Correr, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Entomology, Myriapoda and Arachnida (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF273154 Entomology, Myriapoda and Arachnida (litho) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Representation of the Plague, 1572 (woodcut) (b / w photo)
XJF270038 Representation of the Plague, 1572 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Ms E-7 fol. 24a Virgo, Libra and Scorpio, from The Wonders of the Creation
XIR228211 Ms E-7 fol.24a Virgo, Libra and Scorpio, from The Wonders of the Creation and the Curiosities of Existence by Zakariya ibn Muhammed al-Qazwini (gouache on paper) by Islamic School

Signs of the Zodiac, detail from the ceiling of the Sala dello Zodiaco, 1579 (fresco)
XAL162147 Signs of the Zodiac, detail from the ceiling of the Sala dello Zodiaco, 1579 (fresco) by Costa, Lorenzo the Younger (Mantovano) (1537-83); Palazzo Ducale, Mantua, Italy; Italian

From the smoke ascending out of the abyss are born scorpions which scourge men
XJF147334 From the smoke ascending out of the abyss are born scorpions which scourge men, from a Commentary upon the Apocalypse by the Asturian monk Beatus of Liebana, c.776

October, Jan van de Velde (II), Claes Jansz. Visscher (II), 1618

St. Jerome as a penitent in the desert, Hieronymus Wierix, 1563 - before 1619

Praesillus, A Hairy Woman of the Island of Gorgade, A Scorpion; Unknown; Therouanne ?, France (formerly Flanders), Europe; fourth quarter of 13th century (after 1277); Tempera colors, pen and ink

Scorpion fly (Panorpa communis) on Bistort (Polygonum bistorta)

Scorpion genus Tityus, Buthidae family, Tambopata National Reserve, Madre de Dios region, Peru

Alpenskorpion -Euscorpius germanus-, Gurgltal, Tyrol, Austria

Small Wood Scorpion species -Euscorpius germanus-, Tyrol, Austria

ALLEGORY OF MARS, 1495. A personification of the planet Mars. Woodcut from Johann Winterburgers Wiener Praktik, Vienna, 1495

ALCHEMIST, 18th CENTURY. An alchemist adding a scorpion to a potion. Colored etching, 18th century

NEVADA. USA. Desert hairy scorpion (Hadrurus arizonensis). Great Basin

Flat Rock Scorpion Hadogenes paucidens Native to Africa
Flat Rock Scorpion, Hadogenes paucidens, Native to Africa

Pale Windscorpion Eremobates pallipes Southern Texas
Pale Windscorpion, Eremobates pallipes, Southern Texas

Africa. Close-up of emperor scorpion. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont
Africa. Close-up of Emperor Scorpion. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Emperor Scorpion (Pandinus imperator) adult, on black reflective surface (captive)

Picture No. 10761380
Black hairy thick-tailed Scorpion - on tree bark feeding on a caterpillar (Parabuthus villosus) Date:

Picture No. 10752174
HOOPOE - on rock with scorpion prey in beak (Upupa epops) Date:

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The scorpion, a fascinating creature found in various parts of the world, has captivated human curiosity for centuries. One notable species is the African Scorpion C1850, known for its distinctive appearance and venomous sting. In aviation history, the scorpion's influence can be seen through the Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK163, which served as a crucial platform for experimental flights. Another aircraft bearing this name is the Northrop F-89 Scorpion, an iconic jet fighter that played a significant role during Cold War tensions. Similar to their arachnid counterparts, these flying machines showcased agility and precision in their respective domains. The Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK162 further exemplified this trait by pushing boundaries and testing new technologies. Beyond aviation connections, "Scorpion" also refers to geographical locations like South Europe where these creatures thrive. Their presence adds an element of mystery to these regions' ecosystems. In ancient mythology and astrology, Scorpio holds symbolic significance as one of the zodiac signs represented by La Balance (Scales). This celestial representation highlights balance and intensity associated with those born under this sign. Returning to aviation history once more brings us back to Northrop F-89J Scorpions O-32674 and O-21911 - variants that contributed significantly to military operations during their time in service. These aircraft embodied power and strength while defending national interests. Whether it's exploring diverse arachnids or marveling at powerful warplanes named after them, there is no denying that "scorpion" encompasses both natural wonders and technological achievements alike.