Coiling Collection

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) slithering, view from above

A coiled Royal Python with its head at the centre, for maximum protection

Coiling of the Atlantic cable on board H. M.s Agamemnon prior to the 1858 expedition to lay cable from Britain to North
Coiling of the Atlantic cable on board H.M.S Agamemnon prior to the 1858 expedition to lay cable from Britain to North America

Messrs Glasse and Elliott's Atlantic Telegraph Cable Works yard at East Greenwich, London. The 1, 250 tons of telegraphic cable being laid out in five coils to go on-board the H.M.S

Lilith, 1887 (oil on canvas) (detail of 125798)
483200 Lilith, 1887 (oil on canvas) (detail of 125798) by Collier, John (1850-1934); (add.info.: character in Jewish mythology; first wife of Adam, created from the same clay)

Sensuality, c. 1891 (oil on canvas)
CH416890 Sensuality, c.1891 (oil on canvas) by Stuck, Franz von (1863-1928); 50.5x36.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Der Sinnlichkeit; ); Photo © Christies Images

Lilith, 1887 (oil on canvas)
ATK125798 Lilith, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Collier, John (1850-1934); Atkinson Art Gallery, Southport, Lancashire, UK; (add.info.: character in Jewish mythology; first wife of Adam)

Bangle, mid 19th century (emeralds, rubies, diamonds & gold)
829811 Bangle, mid 19th century (emeralds, rubies, diamonds & gold) by European School, (19th century); inner diam: 6.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The open sprung bangle designed as a snake)

The transatlantic telegraph cable unwinding unit aboard the S. S
2619109 The transatlantic telegraph cable unwinding unit aboard the S.S. Great Eastern, 1865, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (engraving) by French School

Fishermen and fishing boats, probably St Ives Cornwall
19th century vintage photograph: coiling the warp, fishermen and fishing boats, probably St Ives Cornwall

Coiling the Atlantic Telegraph Cable in one of the Tanks on Board the Great Eastern (engraving)
1610134 Coiling the Atlantic Telegraph Cable in one of the Tanks on Board the Great Eastern (engraving) by English School

The Coiling of the Atlantic Telegraph Cable on Board HMS "Agamemnon"(engraving)
1608984 The Coiling of the Atlantic Telegraph Cable on Board HMS " Agamemnon" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Native Village on the River, 1900. From a private collection

Large Bonsai Pine, Japanese Gardens, Co Kildare, Ireland

Fossil; Geology

Traditional Cottages, Dan Oharas Cottage, Connemara Heritage Centre

Hairpin Bends In The, Healy Pass, Beara Peninsula, Co Cork, Ireland

Overhead view of a Grass Snake, identifiable by the distinctive orange collar and pair of black crescents immediately behind it

King Cobra Snake (Ophiophagus hannah), head rising over coiled body, front view

Asian Pit Viper (Trimeresurus sp) coiled in tree, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Costa Rica

Illustration, Sea Snake (Hydrophiidae) curling and hissing

Cartoon, green snake with yellow pattern, coiled with its tongue sticking out, side view

Coiled Ball Python or Royal Python (Python regius), view from above

Overhead view of a Mexican King Snake showing red and orange markings shaped like large saddles or narrow crossbars, edged in black with a pinkish background colour. The head has intricate markings

Young cabin boy sailor sorting out ropes
Young cabin boy sailor tidies up the ropes on the deck of a large ship. Date: circa 1890s

Masai young women adjusting iron wire
Three young Masai women sitting on the floor, while one of them gets her ornamental coil rings adjusted on her leg

Coiling Cable Large Tanks Works Telegraph Construction
Artokoloro

Coiling Cable -tank Board Great Eastern Sheerness
Artokoloro

Asia, China, Macau. Coils of incense at the A-Ma Temple, the oldest temple in Macau

Coiling patterned Rattlesnake (crotalus sp. ) poised to attack with open mouth
Coiling patterned Rattlesnake (crotalus sp.) poised to attack with open mouth

Illustration, African Mole Snake (Pseudaspis cana) coiling its body tightly around small rodent and trapping it, side view

Humorous depiction of snake with bulging eyes and forked tongue

Micro-bore copper pipe

Japanese potters demonstrating pinching and coiling methods

2619108; out of copyright

Title Page from Europe. A Prophecy, 1794 (relief etching printed in dark
XYC151688 Title Page from Europe. A Prophecy, 1794 (relief etching printed in dark brown with w/c on paper) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 23.8x17.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art

Manufacturing an Electric Telegraph Cable: Coiling down the Cable in the Tank, 1873

Overhead view of a coiled Burmese Python showing the rich skin colours and distinctive pattern

Bairds Ratsnake (Pantherophis bairdi) slithering, high angle view

Reticulated python (Python reticulatus), coiled

Boa Constrictor (Constrictor constrictor) curled up eating rodent

Reticulated Python (Python reticulatus), elevated view

Green Tree Python partially coiled around a large branch. The snake is bright green with a broken line of white markings along the midline of the back

Tightly coiled Ball Python or Royal Python (Python regius), view from above, close up

Head of slithering False Water Cobra (Hydrodynastes gigas), side view, close up

Overhead view of a Green Cat-Eyed Snake with a slender body and a row of very large centre scales covering a ridge running along the centre of the back

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"Coiling: A Fascinating Display of Power and Protection" From the slithering Western Diamondback Rattlesnake to the coiled Royal Python, nature showcases the art as a means of survival. With its head at the center, the python demonstrates maximum protection in its tightly wound coil. In 1858, history witnessed another remarkable use during the expedition to lay the Atlantic cable from Britain to North America. The HMS Agamemnon carefully coiled miles upon miles of telegraphic cable on board before embarking on this groundbreaking mission. Although initially successful, the connection was tragically lost just months later. The Messrs Glasse and Elliott's Atlantic Telegraph Cable Works yard in London also played a crucial role in preparing for this ambitious venture. Five massive coils containing 1, 250 tons of telegraphic cable were meticulously laid out before being loaded onto HMS Agamemnon. Art has also found inspiration in coiling throughout history. Paintings like "Lilith" and "Sensuality" capture sensuous forms with intricate coils that evoke mystery and allure. These masterpieces showcase how artists have embraced coiling as a symbol of beauty and intrigue. Not limited to artworks or cables alone, even jewelry reflects the elegance of coiling. The mid-19th-century Bangle adorned with emeralds, rubies, diamonds, and gold exemplifies how precious materials can be transformed into stunning pieces through skillful twisting and turning. Beyond land and canvas lies yet another realm where coiling takes place – underwater exploration. On ships like S. S. , transatlantic telegraph cables are unwound using specialized units designed for efficient deployment beneath vast oceanic depths. Finally, we find ourselves amidst fishermen off St Ives Cornwall who expertly handle their fishing lines by neatly winding them into tight coils after each catch. This practice not only ensures easy storage but also preserves their equipment for future expeditions.