Winged Collection (#99)

UNCLE TOMs CABIN, c1899. Theatrical poster for a production of Harriet Beecher Stowes Uncle Toms Cabin. Lithograph, 1899

Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) fly across the setting sun at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge on the Rio Grande near Socorro, New Mexico, USA, winter

Antarctica, Neko Cove (Harbour). Gentoo penguin family Neko Cove (Harbour), Antarctica

Antarctica, Adelie Penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) rookery on Petermann Island near Lemaire Channel along Antarctic Peninsula

Europe, Austria, Salzburg. Winged horse statue, Mirabellgarten

Fairy and phoenix by Hilda Miller
A winged fairy in a green dress and hat, walks alongside a stunning firebird or phoenix

Victory Column (Siegessaule), Berlin, Germany
The Victory Column (Siegessaule) in Berlin, Germany, designed in the 1860s to commemorate the Prussian victory in the Danish-Prussian War

Garter banner of Queen Mary
The garter banner of Queen Mary, made at the Royal School of Art Needlework (now the Royal School of Needlework) in South Kensington, London

Mexico City - Independence Monument
The Independence Mounument (Monumento a la Independencia) at Mexico City, Mexico, erected in 1910 to mark 100 years of Mexican Independence

Poster advertising the 1939 Milan Fair, held from 12 to 27 April

Rolls Royce Silver Wraith
A superb photograph of the front of a Rolls Royce Silver Wraith, with dominant headlamps and horns, the Spirit of Ecstasy mascot. A glamorous woman and her smartly-attired son stand alongside

Plume Oil sign
An enamel sign advertising plume oil with the logo of Pegasus the winged horse of ancient myth. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Enamel sign advertising Mobil Regular
An enamel sign advertising Mobil regular motor oil. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Follett Trophy for the BRDC 500 Mile Race
The " Follett" Trophy for The British Racing Drivers Clubs 500 Miles Race, won by the Talbot 105 single seater, 1932. The trophy was sold at Bonham s, London in 2008 for 6, 900"

Croatia - Split - Porto Argentea
The Porto Argentea. A carving of a winged Venetian lion sits above this fine gate in Split, Croatia. This was the eastern gate (the Silver Gate or Porta argentea) to the Palace of Diocletian

Fairy leaves her home amid the roots
A small fairy leaves her house set in the roots of a tree. Watercolour painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Elfen sprite standing in the undergrowth
A young elfen sprite standing in the undergrowth near a speckled toadstool. Watercolour painting by Malcolm Greensmith set in a circular border

The Struggle, for a Bengal Butcher and an Imp-pie
Another print about the impeachment of Warren Hastings. A tug-of-war is taking place, with Hastings in a jewelled turban and a large pie (Sir Elijah Impey) in the middle

Winged and harnessed lioness
Poised statue guarding the king of Assurnasirpal II. One of a pair of 11 foot winged lionesses uncovered at the Assyrian dig at Nimrud

Torpedo-shell
A French soldier about to fire a torpedo-shell from a trench-gun. The winged shell kept a straight course and exploded laterally, causing widespread damage to its target

Facade of Ducal Palace
The lion of St Mark on the facade of the Ducal Palace, Venice

Les Salons D aujourd hui
The ladies (above whom hover cherubs) are deserted by the men in favour of the card table, above which is a devilish winged beast perhaps suggesting gambling folly

The Moths and the Flame
Fantasy illustration by Edmund Blampied, showing winged fairies or sprites flying towards a flame in human form

Pegasus in Flight
Pegasus and his rider soar through the air

Two Bee-Eaters
(Merops) Two from this family : Red-winged bee-eater Blue-headed bee eater

Sharp-Winged Hawk Moth
SHARP-WINGED HAWK MOTH with caterpillar

Wizard Oz / Winged Monkeys
Dorothy watches apprehensively as the Lion is caught and bound by the Winged Monkeys

Xerxes Palace / Persepolis
Monumental winged bulls flank an entranceway into the Palace of Xerxes I at Persepolis. The Palaces borrowed elements from many traditions - Median, Mesopotamian, Greek & Egyptian

Winged Demon in Lair
The winged demon in his icy lair

Carved stone, Ephesus, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Satan Smitten / Dore
Satan, shown as the fallen angel, after having been smitten by Michael

El Cid / Camphausen
EL CID alias RODRIGO DIAZ DE VIVAR Spanish hero on his horse

St George (Sculpture)
His horse rears as he brings his sword down on the bat- winged dragon

Winged Ballerina + Fan
A winged ballerina poses beside a Liebig jar

Ballerina with Wings
A winged ballerina balances upon a Liebig jar

James I / Van Der Werff
JAMES I with two cupids, one winged and one not, who are engaged in adding the emblem of Scotland to the British arms

She Lights Him
A man in top hat lights his cigarette from that of his female companion; the couple are surrounded by a serpent motif clutched by a winged devils or satyrs head

Hermes Airborne
airborne, thanks to his winged shoes; he carries a caduceus, with which he can send anyone to sleep at a touch

Hermes Winged Shoes
He puts on his winged shoes

Ministere De LA Marine
A surreal depiction showing people in front of the Ministere de la marine looking upwards at an assortment of flying entities e.g men with harpoons riding whales

Sea Serpent Rears Up
An ugly winged serpent of the sea rears up to confront a startled sailor who lets go the ships wheel in fright

C15 Venetian Galley
A Venetian Galley built in the 14th century

Dores Dante Demon
The winged demon in his icy lair

Music / Opera / Wagner C1900
The Ring - gotterdammerung

Alexander & Dragons
Alexander the Great encounters winged dragons in the course of his far Eastern expedition

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"Winged: A Journey Through Art, Nature, and Mythology" Immerse yourself in the world of wings as we explore the captivating realm of flight. From ancient Greek mythology to stunning alpine landscapes, this 150 caption takes you on a visual odyssey through various interpretations creatures. Let's start with "Hermes" by Jonnard in 1886, an exquisite portrayal of the messenger god donning his iconic winged sandals. The artwork beautifully captures Hermes' swift movement and divine grace. Moving forward, we encounter the majestic "Winged Victory of Samothrace, " also known as Nike of Samothrace. This Hellenistic masterpiece stands proudly atop a grand staircase at the Louvre Museum, symbolizing triumph and power. Venturing into a different artistic realm, imagine gazing up at a ceiling adorned with intricate depictions of 80 Ethiopian cherubs with delicate wings. Each brushstroke brings these heavenly beings to life in ethereal beauty. Transitioning from art to nature's canvas, picture yourself standing amidst Wengen's breathtaking landscape in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland region. At an elevation of 1274m above sea level, you can almost feel the crisp mountain air as you marvel at snow-capped peaks and soaring winged birds gliding effortlessly across the sky. Speaking of birds, let us not forget about our vibrant insect friends like the Red Admiral butterfly perched delicately on sun-kissed plants. Its elegant wings display striking patterns that mesmerize observers lucky enough to witness its sunbathing ritual. Shifting gears towards ancient civilizations, we encounter the imposing Winged Assyrian Bull—a symbol representing strength and protection throughout Mesopotamian history. These colossal statues evoke awe-inspiring wonder even after centuries have passed. Stepping back into more recent times brings us to Illustrated London News' Christmas number cover from 1904—an enchanting illustration capturing festive cheer with winged cherubs spreading joy and merriment.