Two Headed Collection

Double Headed Serpent 1400 A. D
Double Headed Serpent 1400 A.D Turquoise Mosaic. Mixtec-Aztec Metropolitan Museum of Art

A two-headed cow
5307869 A two-headed cow.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a two-headed cow which was exhibited in America. The right head was the functional one, although the left did dribble)

Title Page for Hoffman's German Flowers, 1790. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Title Page for Hoffman's German Flowers, 1790. From almanac: Deutchlands flora oder Botanisches Taschenbuch fur des jahr 1800

Illustration for Good Human Characteristics, 1789. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for Good Human Characteristics, 1789. From almanac: Kleine Taschencalender for the year 1790

A Mythical Creature Killing Elephants, between c1650 and c1700. Creator: Unknown
A Mythical Creature Killing Elephants, between c1650 and c1700

View of a triumphal arch with a two-headed eagle and a portrait bust of Joseph II... 1765-1799. Creator: Anon
View of a triumphal arch with a two-headed eagle and a portrait bust of Joseph II, German emperor, in Frankfurt am Main, 1765-1799

Coat of arms of Josephus Justus Scaliger, 1598. Creator: Anon
Coat of arms of Josephus Justus Scaliger, 1598

View of fireworks and a triumphal arch with a two-headed eagle and the name of Joseph... 1765-1799 Creator: Anon
View of fireworks and a triumphal arch with a two-headed eagle and the name of Joseph II, German emperor, 1765-1799. In the background on the left, a structure explodes. On the right a ship is burning

Allegorical Subject: Two-headed Imperial Eagle on Clouds; On Ground, a Draped... 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Allegorical Subject: Two-headed Imperial Eagle on Clouds; On Ground, a Draped Figure, a King and a Figure of Fame, 16th century

Werewolf costume for the Ballet de la Nuit by Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632-87
BLT163642 Werewolf costume for the Ballet de la Nuit by Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632-87) danced by Louis XIV, 23rd February 1653 (w/c on paper) by French School

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Albania, Tirane, Tirana, National flag depicting two headed eagle flying above equestrian statue of George Castriot Skanderbeg, the national hero of Albania

Two-headed camel? Birqash Camel Market near Cairo, Egypt. This image is a genuine photograph and is NOT faked Date: 2010

The Two-Headed Welsh Giant, by Arthur Rackham
The Two-Headed Welsh Giant, book illustration by Arthur Rackham Date: 1916

Turkish archer with two heads, 1697 (engraving)
7186269 Turkish archer with two heads, 1697 (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turkish archer with two heads, 1697)

The Two Are But One (Les deux ne font qu un), late 18th century. late 18th century. Creator: Anon
The Two Are But One (Les deux ne font qu un), late 18th century

Composite Lion and Bull, 1500-1000 BC (cast bronze)
499749 Composite Lion and Bull, 1500-1000 BC (cast bronze) by Iranian School; 11.4x9.7x14.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Page 16. Proserpine;God Terminus, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5669986 Page 16. Proserpine; God Terminus, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Soup Plate, Saint Petersburg, 1762 / 66. Creator: Russian Imperial Porcelain Factory
Soup Plate, Saint Petersburg, 1762/66

Goblet, Russia, c. 1760. Creator: St Petersburg Glass Factory
Goblet, Russia, c. 1760

Plate, Saint Petersburg, 1855 / 81. Creator: Russian Imperial Porcelain Factory
Plate, Saint Petersburg, 1855/81

Two-Headed Freak, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Chris Makrenos
Two-Headed Freak, 1935/1942

Ticket to visit Miss Millie Chrisine, the two-headed nightingale (engraving)
608643 Ticket to visit Miss Millie Chrisine, the two-headed nightingale (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ticket to visit Miss Millie Chrisine)

Double Griffin from a capital, Achaemenian period, (stone)
XIR375194 Double Griffin from a capital, Achaemenian period, (stone) by Achaemenid, (550-330 BC); Persepolis, Iran; (add.info.: capitals of the griffons; ); Iranian, out of copyright

Coin from Lampsacus with a Janiform head (metal) (b / w photo)
XIR220431 Coin from Lampsacus with a Janiform head (metal) (b/w photo) by Greek; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Lampsaque currency in Asia Minor; ); Greek, out of copyright

Coat of Arms of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, 1558 (oil on panel
XIR415745 Coat of Arms of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, 1558 (oil on panel by Flemish School, (16th century); Oudheidkundig Museum van de Bijloke, Ghent

Franco-Russian Celebrations at the Opera in Paris in honour of the Franco-Russian Dual
CHT191841 Franco-Russian Celebrations at the Opera in Paris in honour of the Franco-Russian Dual Alliance, cover of Le Petit Journal, 28th October 1893 (colour litho) by French School

The Chicago Platform and Candidate, 1864 (litho)
1078656 The Chicago Platform and Candidate, 1864 (litho) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American

The Hermes Bird, from Theatrum Chemicum, 1652 (engraving)
1127304 The Hermes Bird, from Theatrum Chemicum, 1652 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Vase in shape of double head, c. 400 AD (pottery)
SCP53240 Vase in shape of double head, c.400 AD (pottery) by Roman (5th century AD); height:21 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; out of copyright

Coin depicting the god Janus, 753 BC-476 AD (metal)
XIR227142 Coin depicting the god Janus, 753 BC-476 AD (metal) by Roman; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: (detail of 155901)(b/w photo)); out of copyright

Reverse of Ivan IIIs seal from 1472, (b / w photo)
1123876 Reverse of Ivan IIIs seal from 1472, (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Armes et le grand Sceau du Grand-Duc de Moscovie; ); French

Janus costume for the Ballet de la Nuit by Jean-Baptise Lully (1632-87
BLT191802 Janus costume for the Ballet de la Nuit by Jean-Baptise Lully (1632-87) danced by Louis XIV, 23rd February 1653 (w/c on paper) by French School

The two-headed eagle of Maximilian I (1459-1519) (colour litho)
CHT214194 The two-headed eagle of Maximilian I (1459-1519) (colour litho) by German School; Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; out of copyright

Nantes, St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral, Tomb of Francis II
XIR345962 Nantes, St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral, Tomb of Francis II, Duke of Brittany and Marguerite of Foix, rear view of the Prudence known as a self portrait of Michel Colombe

Costume for Night for the Ballet de la Nuit
BLT271771 Costume for Night for the Ballet de la Nuit by Jean-Baptise Lully (1632-87) danced by Louis XIV, 23rd February 1653 (w/c on paper) by French School

Fol. 57v January: Janus (vellum)
XIR165131 Fol.57v January: Janus (vellum) by Matfre Ermengaut (d.1322); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; French, out of copyright

Double-headed bust of Hermes, from Roquepertuse (stone)
XLC175962 Double-headed bust of Hermes, from Roquepertuse (stone) by Gaulish, (3rd century BC); Musee de la Vieille Charite, Marseille, France; out of copyright

The Coat of Arms of Perth, Perthshire, Scotland Date: circa 1900

Two-headed Celtic Janus figure, 5th century
Two-headed Celtic Janus figure, at Boa Island, County Fermanagh, Ireland. The form is related to Spanish fiddle-idols, 5th century

Two headed pagan Celtic figure, 5th century
Two headed pagan Celtic figure, with a libation hollow between the two heads, and really two separate figures. It is often compared to Spanish fiddle-idols

Idol. Third millennium BC. Water marble. Turkey
Turkey. Bronze Age. Idol. Third millennium BC. Water marble. From Beycesultan, Kultepe, Anatolia. Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Ankara

Ms Fr 2810 f. 55v, Dragons and other beasts, from Le Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c
XTD69809 Ms Fr 2810 f.55v, Dragons and other beasts, from Le Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

Discovery of America with portraits of Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512) and Christopher Columbus
XIR215537 Discovery of America with portraits of Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512) and Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628) printed by Philipp Galle (1537-1612)

Relief depicting a double-headed image of Agni, the God of fire, seated on a ram
XIR242825 Relief depicting a double-headed image of Agni, the God of fire, seated on a ram, South India (wood) (b/w photo) by Indian School, (17th century); Musee Guimet, Paris

KWAKIUTL DANCER, c1914. A Kwakiutl dancer of the winter ceremony wearing a double-headed serpent mask and a shirt made of hemlock boughs. Photograph by Edward Curtis, c1914

Germany, Nuremberg. Historic 11th century Imperial Castle (aka Kaiserburg). Castle door with Imperial coat of arms, double-headed eagle

Russia, Yaroslavl, Historical Centre of City of Yaroslavl, Church of Elijah Prophet
Russia - Yaroslavl. Historical Centre of the City of Yaroslavl (UNESCO World Heritage List, 2005). Church of Elijah the Prophet (1647-50), majolica decoration depicting the two-headed eagle

Molecular motor protein F006 / 9618
Myosin molecular motor protein, molecular model. Motor proteins convert chemical energy into mechanical movements in response to specific chemical stimuli

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"Unveiling the Mystique: Exploring the Fascination of Two-Headed Wonders Throughout History" From ancient artifacts to mythical creatures, the allure of two heads has captivated human imagination for centuries. The Double Headed Serpent, crafted in 1400 A. D. , stands as a testament to Mesoamerican artistry and symbolism. In Arthur Rackham's masterpiece, "The Two-Headed Welsh Giant, " we witness a fantastical world where legends come alive. This enchanting illustration transports us into realms unknown. Jean-Baptiste Lully's Werewolf costume for Ballet de la Nuit takes center stage, showcasing how duality can be both mesmerizing and terrifying. It reminds us that within darkness lies hidden beauty waiting to be discovered. At the Birqash Camel Market near Cairo, Egypt, an astonishing sight awaits - a two-headed camel defying nature's norms. Its existence challenges our perception of what is possible in this vast universe. Perthshire, Scotland proudly displays its Coat of Arms featuring a majestic creature with not one but two heads. Symbolizing strength and unity, it serves as a reminder that together we are stronger than apart. An intriguing engraving from 1697 depicts a Turkish archer with two heads - an embodiment of skill and precision merged into one extraordinary being. It exemplifies the power that lies within embracing our unique qualities. "The Two Are But One (Les deux ne font qu'un)" painting from late 18th century captures the essence of harmony between contrasting elements. In unity lies balance and completeness; it is through embracing differences that true greatness emerges. A remarkable bronze Composite Lion and Bull sculpture dating back to 1500-1000 BC showcases how ancient civilizations revered dualistic symbols representing courage and ferocity intertwined in perfect harmony. Page 16 reveals Proserpine; God Terminus artwork from 1810-17 where mythology meets artistic expression seamlessly.