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Turtles Collection (#4)

Turtles, the majestic creatures of the sea, captivate our hearts with their grace and resilience

Background imageTurtles Collection: Abstract pink turtles

Abstract pink turtles
Sarah Manovski

Background imageTurtles Collection: Ladybug Turtle

Ladybug Turtle
Artem Pozdniakov

Background imageTurtles Collection: Selection page of British reptiles. Date: 1881

Selection page of British reptiles. Date: 1881

Background imageTurtles Collection: Harvester

Harvester
Andrey Narchuk

Background imageTurtles Collection: Mouvement

Mouvement
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Chroma

Chroma
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Life of the deep

Life of the deep
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Sunos Indians hunting freshwater turtles in the Napo River, Ecuador (engraving)

Sunos Indians hunting freshwater turtles in the Napo River, Ecuador (engraving)
1078086 Sunos Indians hunting freshwater turtles in the Napo River, Ecuador (engraving) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageTurtles Collection: DDE-90037577

DDE-90037577
Swimming with the turtles at Satoalepai, Savaii, Western Samoa Date: 07/04/2005

Background imageTurtles Collection: DDE-90037576

DDE-90037576
Swimming with the turtles at Satoalepai, Savaii, Western Samoa Date: 07/04/2005

Background imageTurtles Collection: DDE-90037575

DDE-90037575
Swimming with the turtles at Satoalepai, Savaii, Western Samoa Date: 07/04/2005

Background imageTurtles Collection: Breath

Breath
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Breath UW

Breath UW
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Surface

Surface
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Rain

Rain
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Dive

Dive
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Feeding session

Feeding session
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: The fly of the Hawksbill

The fly of the Hawksbill
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Shades of blue

Shades of blue
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Symétrie in blue

Symétrie in blue
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Surface

Surface
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Exhale

Exhale
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Into the light

Into the light
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Surface

Surface
Serge Melesan

Background imageTurtles Collection: Walking on the beach

Walking on the beach
Oren Yacov

Background imageTurtles Collection: Page 218. Model of a Roman Galley, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)

Page 218. Model of a Roman Galley, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670092 Page 218. Model of a Roman Galley, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Background imageTurtles Collection: Turtle swimming below the surface of the water and looking at the camera, Hawaii, USA

Turtle swimming below the surface of the water and looking at the camera, Hawaii, USA
Close-up view of a Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming towards the camera under the surface with reflection in the water and looking at the camera; Hawaii, United States of America

Background imageTurtles Collection: Green sea turtle and divers, Hawaii, USA

Green sea turtle and divers, Hawaii, USA
Green sea turtle (Chelonia Midas) and divers; Hawaii, United States of America

Background imageTurtles Collection: Women and Children on the Causeway at Shinobazu Pond, c. 1788. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga

Women and Children on the Causeway at Shinobazu Pond, c. 1788. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Women and Children on the Causeway at Shinobazu Pond, c. 1788

Background imageTurtles Collection: Sea turtles and Urashima Taro, c. 1825. Creator: Totoya Hokkei

Sea turtles and Urashima Taro, c. 1825. Creator: Totoya Hokkei
Sea turtles and Urashima Taro, c. 1825

Background imageTurtles Collection: Turtles swimming in a stream, c. 1840. Creator: Ando Hiroshige

Turtles swimming in a stream, c. 1840. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Turtles swimming in a stream, c. 1840

Background imageTurtles Collection: Boys Playing with a Basin of Fish and Turtles, early 19th century

Boys Playing with a Basin of Fish and Turtles, early 19th century

Background imageTurtles Collection: Turtles, Edo period, 18th century. Creator: Maruyama Okyo

Turtles, Edo period, 18th century. Creator: Maruyama Okyo
Turtles, Edo period, 18th century

Background imageTurtles Collection: connection

connection
Siyu and Wei Photography

Background imageTurtles Collection: South America: estuary in Guyana (coloured engraving)

South America: estuary in Guyana (coloured engraving)
3629983 South America: estuary in Guyana (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South America: estuary in Guyana)

Background imageTurtles Collection: Pendant bell: turtle, 800-1200 (gold)

Pendant bell: turtle, 800-1200 (gold)
1068473 Pendant bell: turtle, 800-1200 (gold) by Pre-Columbian; 6.4x5.9x2.2 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; The Nora and John Wise Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jake L

Background imageTurtles Collection: Chelonia, 1899-1904 (colour litho)

Chelonia, 1899-1904 (colour litho)
999854 Chelonia, 1899-1904 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Kunstformen der NaturA (Art Forms in NatureA, 1899-1904)

Background imageTurtles Collection: Strange sea-turtles (coloured engraving)

Strange sea-turtles (coloured engraving)
998262 Strange sea-turtles (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageTurtles Collection: Coral Snake, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)

Coral Snake, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999203 Coral Snake, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Background imageTurtles Collection: The Churning of the Ocean of Milk, c. 1700 (opaque w / c & gold)

The Churning of the Ocean of Milk, c. 1700 (opaque w / c & gold)
874506 The Churning of the Ocean of Milk, c.1700 (opaque w/c & gold) by Indian School, (18th century); 14.2 x20.7 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Background imageTurtles Collection: Catching Turtles on the Coast of Cuba (engraving)

Catching Turtles on the Coast of Cuba (engraving)
2792393 Catching Turtles on the Coast of Cuba (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catching Turtles on the Coast of Cuba)

Background imageTurtles Collection: Capturing Turtles off the Coast of Labrador (engraving)

Capturing Turtles off the Coast of Labrador (engraving)
1616345 Capturing Turtles off the Coast of Labrador (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capturing Turtles off the Coast of Labrador)

Background imageTurtles Collection: Turtle Egg Digging at Diamond Island (engraving)

Turtle Egg Digging at Diamond Island (engraving)
1591594 Turtle Egg Digging at Diamond Island (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turtle Egg Digging at Diamond Island)

Background imageTurtles Collection: Suppenschildkrote (chromolitho)

Suppenschildkrote (chromolitho)
5211315 Suppenschildkrote (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suppenschildkrote)

Background imageTurtles Collection: Wonderful catches of fish in Floridas waters (b / w photo)

Wonderful catches of fish in Floridas waters (b / w photo)
6002638 Wonderful catches of fish in Floridas waters (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wonderful catches of fish in Floridas waters)

Background imageTurtles Collection: New Years decoration, c. 1861-64 (colour woodblock print)

New Years decoration, c. 1861-64 (colour woodblock print)
880971 New Years decoration, c.1861-64 (colour woodblock print) by ShunshAc (fl.c.1861-64); 18.4x24.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of Mr. and Mrs

Background imageTurtles Collection: Extinct dinosaurs, ichthyosaur, plesiosaur, pterodactyl, etc

Extinct dinosaurs, ichthyosaur, plesiosaur, pterodactyl, etc
Extinct dinosaurs, ichthyosaur, plesiosaur, marine animals, pterodactyls, lizards, turtles, insects, fish, squid, molluscs, etc. Animaux perdus

Background imageTurtles Collection: South America: estuary in Guyana; jungle in Brazil; Chilean Andes (coloured engraving)

South America: estuary in Guyana; jungle in Brazil; Chilean Andes (coloured engraving)
3629990 South America: estuary in Guyana; jungle in Brazil; Chilean Andes (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South America)




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Turtles, the majestic creatures of the sea, captivate our hearts with their grace and resilience. In the crystal-clear waters off Nosy Be, North Madagascar, a Hawksbill turtle gracefully glides through the underwater world, showcasing its vibrant shell adorned with intricate patterns. Its presence reminds us of the diverse marine life that thrives in this tropical paradise. On a sandy beach somewhere in this vast oceanic realm, a tiny Leatherback turtle hatchling embarks on an incredible journey. With determination and instinct guiding its every move, it crosses the vast expanse of sand to reach its ultimate destination - the glistening sea. This awe-inspiring sight symbolizes nature's miracle and highlights the challenges these little warriors face from birth. Venturing into South America's enchanting landscapes reveals another fascinating species - the Alligator Snapper Turtle. Here we witness its unique hunting technique as it showcases a lure formed by its tongue to attract unsuspecting prey. Nature never ceases to amaze us with such ingenious adaptations. Green turtles gracefully swim through turquoise waters across various parts of our planet's oceans. Their gentle demeanor and striking appearance make them beloved inhabitants of coral reefs worldwide. In Mon Repos Beach, Bundaberg, Queensland Australia, we witness an extraordinary event - Loggerhead Turtle hatchlings bravely making their way towards the vastness of the sea under January skies, and is a poignant reminder of nature's cycle continuing amidst changing times. The Pacific Ocean surrounding Hawaii serves as home to Green Sea Turtles that effortlessly glide through azure waters like living emerald jewels beneath sunlight's warm embrace. These magnificent creatures embody tranquility and remind us to cherish our natural wonders. A trio explores an underwater wonderland together; their synchronized movements creating mesmerizing patterns against vibrant coral reefs teeming with life. Witnessing such harmony reminds us how interconnected ecosystems are within our oceans.