Sea Creature Collection (#2)

Frontispiece and Titlepage to A Tale of a Tub by Jonathan Swift
XJF380285 Frontispiece and Titlepage to A Tale of a Tub by Jonathan Swift, engraved by John Sturt, 1704 (engraving) by Lens

Detail of the gold mosaic frieze, c. 1881 (mosaic) (see also 250615)
LGH250627 Detail of the gold mosaic frieze, c.1881 (mosaic) (see also 250615) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London

Sea Dragon (coloured woodcut)
CHT336985 Sea Dragon (coloured woodcut) by Kunisada, Utagawa (Toyokuni III) (1786-1865); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Dragon marine; ); eArchives Charmet; Japanese

Pair of George IV salt cellars, 1820 (silver & silver-gilt)
1192237 Pair of George IV salt cellars, 1820 (silver & silver-gilt) by Mewburn, John (fl.1793-1820); length: 11.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Page 8. Doubtful Lophius. Now known as a Frog Fish, c. 1789-90 (w / c)
5669944 Page 8. Doubtful Lophius. Now known as a Frog Fish, c.1789-90 (w/c) by Stone, Sarah (1760-1844); Mitchell Library

Fantastical Sea Monster, illustration from Historiae animalium
GIA877029 Fantastical Sea Monster, illustration from Historiae animalium by Conrad Gesner (colour litho) by Swiss School, (16th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense, Milan, Lombardy

Pantagonian Sea Lions, c. 1865 (w / c on paper)
780860 Pantagonian Sea Lions, c.1865 (w/c on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; German, out of copyright

A Giant Hermit Crab in its shell, London Zoo in 1925 (b / w photo)
3424918 A Giant Hermit Crab in its shell, London Zoo in 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Nereid and Triton, 1636 (oil on panel)
GR16375 Nereid and Triton, 1636 (oil on panel) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 14.5x14 cm; Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam

A beached sperm whale with a variety of other fish from Chinese waters, 1665 (engraving)
468791 A beached sperm whale with a variety of other fish from Chinese waters, 1665 (engraving) by Nieuhoff, Johannes (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page 13. Atherine, Tabacco, Pipe Fish, Remora Fish. Now known as Anchovy
5669949 Page 13. Atherine, Tabacco, Pipe Fish, Remora Fish. Now known as Anchovy, Flute Mouth and Sucking fish, c.1789-90 (w/c) by Stone, Sarah (1760-1844); Mitchell Library

Riding Sea Monsters, (pencil and watercolour heightened with white)
652066 Riding Sea Monsters, (pencil and watercolour heightened with white) by Caffieri, Hector (1847-1932); 53.6x35.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Riding Sea Monsters)

Battle of the Tritons, after Anrea Mantegna (pen & brown ink on white paper)
CTS404457 Battle of the Tritons, after Anrea Mantegna (pen & brown ink on white paper) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); 21.2x27.5 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

The Divinity Dragon, copy of an illustration from Oedipus Aegyptiacus
STC202570 The Divinity Dragon, copy of an illustration from Oedipus Aegyptiacus by Athanasius Kirchner, Rome 1652, used in a History of Magic, published late 19th century (woodcut) by Italian School

Detail of the gold mosaic frieze, c. 1881 (mosaic) (see also 250617 & 250615)
LGH250629 Detail of the gold mosaic frieze, c.1881 (mosaic) (see also 250617 & 250615) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London

Les betes de la mer rondes comme des outres, 1896 (litho, carbon ink on paper)
5938060 Les btes de la mer rondes comme des outres, 1896 (litho, carbon ink on paper) by Redon, Odilon (1840-1916); 22.2x19.0 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Water, 1568. Creator: Jost Ammon
Water, 1568

Over the canyon
Andrey Narchuk

Enchanted Dragon
Richard Wylie

Weedy Seadragon in the Light
Richard Wylie

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Quarta Scena di Mare, 1637. Creator: Stefano della Bella
Quarta Scena di Mare, 1637

Coral, X-ray

The Triumph of Galatea, c. 1650. Creator: Bernardo Cavallino
The Triumph of Galatea, c. 1650

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Japan/ Tokyo/ Tsukiji fish market big red octopus in a bucket at Tokyos Tsukiji market known as " Tokyos stomach"

Seahorse and other imaginary sea creatures, after a 17th century engraving by Nicolaes de Bruyn. Later colourization

Broadclub Cuttlefish, Philippines
A close look at the head and eye of a Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus); Philippines

Two-spot Red Snapper on a coral reef, Micronesia
Two-spot Red Snapper (lutjanus bohar) on a coral reef; Yap, Federated States of Micronesia

Clownfish swimming in bleached coral, Micronesia
A clownfish swimming in bleached coral; Yap, Federated States of Micronesia

Cuttlefish
This female Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) is about to deposit an egg into the finger coral. The egg can be seen just back from the end of her tentacles; Philippines

Close-Up Of Purple Starfish Seen Through Crystal Clear Rippling Water

Hawaii, Banded Coral Shrimp (Stenopus Hispidus) Close-Up Magnified View D1811

Micronesia, Bright Orange Anemone Fish Swim Near Pink Anemone And Coral

16th century map of Sardinia cartouche. Detail from the map of Sardinia contained in the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museums. Sardinia is an Italian island in the Mediterranean sea

Tom Walmsley / SpecialistStock
Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) nursery group of lots of young. Walker Bay, South Africa

Tom Walmsley / SpecialistStock
Great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias). Walker Bay, South Africa

National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore and his wife Kathy kayaking with a leopard seal near Danco Island
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Whale shark swimming underwater (Rhincodon Typus)
Zoology: Fish - Whale shark (Rhincodon Typus). Art work

Side profile of a sohal surgeonfish swimming underwater (Acanthurus Sohal)
Zoology: Fish - Red Sea Surgeon-Fish (Acanthurus sohal). Art work

The Land Crab
circa 1850: The astrological sign Cancer, the Land Crab attacks a group of Africans with its giant pincers. Original Artist: By George Cruikshank. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Plate 6 Thetis standing niche shell sea creature
Artokoloro

Design Frieze Nude Man Sea Creature Garland Volutes
Artokoloro

Small fish scatter as a huge Blue Marlin swims to the surface
Small fish scatter as a huge Blue Marlin swims to the ocean surface with a burst of speed

Personification of music, Arnold Houbraken, 1710 - 1719

Prehistoric Peeps, No Bathing Today, 1884 (pen and ink) (b / w photo)
XJF135985 Prehistoric Peeps, No Bathing Today, 1884 (pen and ink) (b/w photo) by Reed, Edward Tennyson (1860-1933); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Typus Religionis, Allegory of the Society of Jesus (oil on canvas)
XIR181863 Typus Religionis, Allegory of the Society of Jesus (oil on canvas) by French School, (16th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris

USA: California, San Simeon, elephant seals, (Mirounga Lionina) on Pacific Ocean beach near Piedras Blancas lighthouse

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Embark on an extraordinary adventure beneath the waves and encounter fascinating sea creatures from all corners of the world. From the mysterious cuttlefish of Asia to the majestic dolphins in the Caribbean, these animals will leave you in awe with their beauty and grace. In this captivating engraving from 1840, witness a fierce battle between two ancient marine reptiles, the Plesiosaurus and Temnodontosaurus. Their epic clash reminds us of the untamed power that resides within our oceans. Marvel at the intricate details of a gold mosaic floor dating back to 1881. This stunning artwork showcases various sea creatures, including corals and cephalopoda, bringing a touch of elegance to any space. Photographer Joe Graham captures a mesmerizing moment as a stingray glides effortlessly through crystal-clear waters off Antigua. Its graceful movements remind us why these creatures are revered across Central America. The Moray Firth comes alive with joyous energy as four bottlenose dolphins breach from the water, showcasing their playful nature. It's no wonder they have become such beloved favorites among people worldwide. Venture into Sipadan, Malaysia, where Carlos Villoch's lens captures an enchanting sight - a green sea turtle gracefully swimming amidst vibrant coral reefs. Witnessing this gentle giant in its natural habitat is truly an unforgettable experience. And finally, be captivated by Makara - an exquisite sandstone sculpture from Quang Nam province in Vietnam dating back to the 12th century AD. This mythical creature symbolizes strength and protection against evil forces lurking beneath ocean depths. These glimpses into our vast underwater world serve as reminders that there is still so much left to discover and protect for future generations. Let us cherish these magnificent sea creatures and strive towards preserving their habitats for years to come.