Tortoiseshell Collection (#6)

Tortoiseshell Manx cat looking over its shoulder, miaowing, side view

Head of a Tortoiseshell Cornish Rex cat, looking at camera

Tortoiseshell and white kitten sitting in wicker sewing basket next to red sofa

Mother cat carrying kitten in her mouth

Tortie and White Scottish Fold cat with folded down ears emphasising round-shaped face, lying down

British Tortoiseshell Shorthair Cat (Felis silvestris catus), walking towards camera on wooden beam, front view

Blue Tortie and White British Shorthair kitten

Chocolate Tortoiseshell Cornish Rex cat licking paw

Silver Tortie Tabby Maine Coon, standing

Womans hands holding a tortoiseshell cat around the belly

A male ginger and white cat standing near a tortoiseshell cat and her kittens

An overweight tortoiseshell-tabby and white cat, sitting, side view

Brown tortoiseshell kitten (Felis catus), side view

Brown tortoiseshell long-haired Cat (Felis catus) rolling on its back

Brown and white tortoiseshell manx on all fours, side view

Tortoiseshell and white Cat (Felis catus) sitting, looking up, front view

Brown tortoiseshell British Shorthair Cat (Felis catus) resting on top of a second cat

Oriental Tortoiseshell Shorthair Cat

Pair of brown tortoiseshell British Shorthair Cats (Felis catus) sitting one behind the other, facing forward

Face of a tortoiseshell and white Manx Cat (Felis catus)

Face of a tortoiseshell Persian Longhair Cat (Felis catus)

Tortoiseshell Cat (Felis silvestris catus) stepping out of open wicker cat-carrier, view from above

Tortie Smoke European shorthaired cat with good contrast in ourter colour, sitting on hind legs with fore paws raised

Tortie Smoke British shorthaired cat with a good mix of colours visible, sitting

Two Kittens (Felis catus) and a third one emerging from a tipped-over basket

A tortoiseshell Cat (Felis catus) wearing a cat collar emerging from a cat flap

Mother cat carrying kitten in her mouth

Jack Russell Terrier and tortoiseshell-coloured cat sitting together on an armchair, close-up

Tortoiseshell Cat (Felis sylvestris catus) walking on wooden beam, low angle view

Tortie-tabby cat with three kittens

Tortie-tabby cat lying down as litter of newborn suckling kittens

Pregnant tortie-tabby cat sitting with one leg raised showing paw

Pregnant tortie-tabby cat with green eyes, lying down

Pregnant tortie-tabby cat showing natural coat pattern

Pregnant tortie-tabby cat with green eyes, sitting

Pregnant tortie-tabby cat with green eyes

Pregnant tortie-tabby cat

Young brown tortoiseshell kitten playing with catmint toy

Two small tortoiseshell and white and black and white kittens playing

Tortoiseshell coloured guinea pig eating from a food bowl

Two lancets and shagreen case, circa 1790 C017 / 3561
Green shagreen (rough, granular surfaced leather) lancet case with two tortoiseshell lancets. Lancets are double-edged surgical blades with a pointed end

Lancets with cases, circa 1790 -1830 C017 / 3578
Two lancets with their cases. The smaller lancet (left) dates from around 1790 and the larger (right), from around 1830. Both lancets are English and made from steel (blade) and tortoiseshell (handle)

Coloured SEM of small tortoiseshell butterfly head
Butterfly head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae)

Lancet case with lancets, circa 1800 C017 / 3587
Silver lancet case containing tortoiseshell and steel lancets. Lancets are double edged surgical blades with a pointed end. These instruments were used to open patients veins for bloodletting

Two lancets and their case, circa 1790 C017 / 3560
Two lancets with tortoiseshell handles and their silver and fishskin case. These were made in England by Simpson of the Strand around the year 1790

Etui with lancet set, circa 1800 C017 / 3557
Silver etui with two tortoiseshell lancets, a pencil, and a needle with ear scoop. Lancets are double edged surgical blades with a pointed end

Four tongue scrapers, 19th century C017 / 8404
Four assorted tongue scrapers dating from between 1800 and 1850, England. These are made out of silver, ivory and tortoiseshell

Tongue scraper, circa 1850 C017 / 8377
Ivory and tortoiseshell tongue scraper. Tongue scrapers such as this one were handcrafted personal hygiene instruments, specially designed for the removal of debris which build up on the tongue

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"Captivating Colors: Exploring the Beauty of Tortoiseshell" Meet our lovely feline friend, a stunning cat with a tortoiseshell and white coat. Picture No. 10921789 captures her elegance and charm. In Picture No. 11768863, we are introduced to an adorable 8-week-old British Shorthair kitten in a studio setting, showcasing its unique tortoiseshell pattern while sitting inside a metal bucket. Traveling to the enchanting Santorini Island in Greece, we encounter another mesmerizing Tortoiseshell & White Cat, gracefully roaming amidst the picturesque scenery. A tiny tortoiseshell kitten steals the spotlight as it stands confidently against a pure white background in an endearing picture that showcases its vibrant colors and playful spirit. Nature's artwork takes flight as we witness a Small Tortoiseshell Butterfly delicately feeding on scabious flowers within a serene hay meadow—a testament to the beauty found in every corner of our world. The Devon Rex Cat also boasts its own version splendor—its soft fur adorned with captivating patterns that make this breed truly one-of-a-kind. Delving into history, Perfumers Sangwine's trade card (engraving) reveals how even centuries ago, artisans recognized and celebrated the allure of tortoiseshells through their craft. Another regal cat graces us with its presence—this time it's a Persian Tortoiseshell smoke captured flawlessly in studio lighting; radiating elegance from every angle. A little KITTEN steals hearts effortlessly as it sits comfortably displaying its charming tortoiseshell coat—a true embodiment of cuteness overload.