Shell Collection (page 4)

Blenheims and Messerschmitts by G. H. Davis
The fight between Bristol Blenheims and Messerschmitt 110 destroyer planes over the North Sea during the Second World War

USA, Oregon. Close-up of chambered nautilus cut in half. Credit as: Jean Carter / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

USA, Colorado, Lafayette. Abalone shell montage. Credit as: Marie Bush / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk - Marine Parade Date: circa 1910

Precious wentletrap sea snail shell C019 / 1323
Precious wentletrap sea snail shell. Shell of a precious wentletrap (Epitonium scalare) sea snail. This species of predatory marine gastropod mollusc is found in the Red Sea

Ammonite fossil C016 / 5777
Ammonite (Parkinsonia dorsetensis) fossil. This ammonite has an evolute shell and is displaying complex suture lines. Specimen originates from the Middle Jurassic

Limpet shell on sandstone rock, Northumberland, Northeast England, United Kingdom, Europe

A Selection of Museum Specimens
Specimens here include an Entomological tray of insect from the order Orthoptera, a herbarium sheet from Cooks first voyage collected in New South Wales, Australia in 1770 and fish specimens

Sea shells, Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

A cowboy in a fall landscaped area of Shell Wyoming in the Big Horn MT

A plate of oysters

Western Front, France, 1918
Telephone and pigeon men in a shell hole. Telephone lines are broken so messages have to be sent by carrier pigeons on the Western Front in France during World War I on 25th April 1918

French Artillery - 9
An artilleryman of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale passes a shell to his mate to load their breech- loading Gribeauval cannon

Dog Whelks (Mussels)
JLM-12222 Dog Whelks - and Mussels Nucella lapillus John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Freshwater Pearl Mussel shells legally protected in UK
JLM-12513 Freshwater Pearl MUSSEL Shells - legally protected in the UK Margaritifera margaritifera John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Humbug snail On red berries of Lords and Ladies plant Clear tentacles and eyes Reading garden, UK
SPH-3192 White-lipped Banded SNAIL / Humbug Snail - on bright red berries Clear tentacles and eyes, UK Cepaea hortensis Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Ww1 Cartoon / Haircut 1916
COIFFURE IN THE TRENCHES " Keep yer ead still, or I ll ave yer blinkin ear off!"

Paixhans Cannon
The shell-firing cannon of H J PAIXHANS

USA, Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia Mydas); Hawaii

Jetty and sea defence made from Queen Coch shells, South Water Cay, Belize
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Fresh shellfish at Tsukiji fish market, Tokyo, Japan

Composition No 419, (the sea collection)
Eleni Pratsi

On Red
Alena Zabolotina

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The Sun On the Conch
Vesuvik Designs

Still Life with Ewer and Basin, Fruit, Nautilus Cup and other Objects, 1660. Creator: Willem Kalf
Still Life with Ewer and Basin, Fruit, Nautilus Cup and other Objects, 1660.

Still Life with porcelain Bowl and Nautilus Cup, 1660. Creator: Willem Kalf
Still Life with porcelain Bowl and Nautilus Cup, 1660.

Chinese Vase with Flowers, Shell and Insects, 1609. Creator: Ambrosius Bosschaert the Elder
Chinese Vase with Flowers, Shell and Insects, 1609.

Chinese Vase with Flowers, Shells and Insects, 1628. Creator: Balthasar van der Ast
Chinese Vase with Flowers, Shells and Insects, 1628.

Model D Pianoforte And Stools, 1884-87. Creator: Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
Model D Pianoforte And Stools, 1884-87.

Transfer of 8" shells, League Isl'd., 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
Transfer of 8" shells, League Isl'd., 1913. Shows armored cruiser USS Brooklyn (CA-3) at League Island, Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, PA, in Feb

The Fisherman, 1908. Creator: William Strang
The Fisherman, 1908. The Fisherman is a fine example of Strang's allegorical works. Central to it is the classical nude group

Two-Handled Cup, c1726. Creator: Paul de Lamerie
Two-Handled Cup, c1726. This two-handled silver cup is decorated with an enormous variety of abstract and natural forms. These include representations of the infant Bacchus, the Roman god of wine

Pair Of Sauce Boats, 1746/47. Creator: Paul Crespin
Pair Of Sauce Boats, 1746/47. Cast in the form of large nautilus shells, these splendid sauce boats are decorated with tiny specimens of marine life

Sir John Soane's Museum in Lincoln's-Inn-Fields: the Sarcophagus-Room, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Sir John Soane's Museum in Lincoln's-Inn-Fields: the Sarcophagus-Room, 1864. View of '...the Sepulchral Chamber, in the lower part of the Museum

The War in Denmark: the town of Sonderburg in ruins after the bombardment..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Denmark: the town of Sonderburg in ruins after the bombardment, 1864. Engraving '...from a sketch taken by Mr

1988 Belgian GP
SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM - AUGUST 28: Ayrton Senna, McLaren MP4-4 Honda, at Eau Rouge during the Belgian GP at Spa-Francorchamps on August 28, 1988 in Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium

Green turtle on black and white
Barathieu Gabriel

Green turtle at sunset
Barathieu Gabriel

Turtle
Salome Zhividze

Floppy the Whale
Sue Skellern

Turtles in the Green Fields
Al Barizi

Art of reflection
Serge Melesan

Swimming Green Turtle
Barathieu Gabriel

Oyster By the Sea Blue
Alice Straker

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Amphitrite, sculpture by Stoldo Lorenzi (1534-83) 1572 (bronze)
BEN82525 Amphitrite, sculpture by Stoldo Lorenzi (1534-83) 1572 (bronze); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence, Italy; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

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"Discovering the Beauty: A Journey Through Shells" Embark on a captivating journey through time and space as we explore the diverse world of shells. From the haunting echoes of war to serene pilgrimages, from stunning seashores to intricate fossils, these shells hold stories that transcend generations. In "Attack of the Ulster Division, " James Prinsep Beadle captures a moment frozen in history, where brave soldiers faced their fears amidst exploding shells on 1 July 1916. The intensity and sacrifice are etched into each shell's surface. El Camino Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela takes us on a spiritual expedition where countless footsteps have left an indelible mark. Amongst worn-out shoes lie delicate seashells, symbolizing guidance and protection for weary travelers seeking solace in their pilgrimage. Rex Whistler's masterpiece "The Vale of Aylesbury" transports us to idyllic landscapes adorned with vibrant shells scattered along sandy shores. Each shell whispers tales of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered by curious wanderers. Sanibel Island in Florida unveils its mesmerizing collection of seashells, glistening under the sun's warm embrace. Here, nature showcases its artistic prowess through intricate patterns and colors adorning each unique shell—a testament to life's infinite creativity. Witness British Guns dashing through a French town during wartime—an image that encapsulates both destruction and resilience. Amidst chaos, fragments of shells serve as reminders that even in darkness, hope can emerge like shards reflecting light. Travel back millions of years with fossil ammonites from Madagascar—Desmoceras spp. —a glimpse into prehistoric times when these ancient creatures roamed our planet’s oceans. Under UV light, these petrified remains come alive with phosphorescent hues—a vivid reminder of Earth’s ever-changing tapestry. A Lambretta Innocenti scooter parked gracefully in Morbegno's old alley, Valtellina, evokes a sense of nostalgia and simplicity.