Commun Collection

BORNEO SAGO. British Empire Marketing Board poster, 1931

Black sicklebill, Epimachus fastosus (vulnerable), and common hoopoe. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving
FLO4989376 Black sicklebill, Epimachus fastosus (vulnerable), and common hoopoe. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural Science

Building of the subway in Paris : here a metro train at the Bastille stop in 1900 (photo)
1704853 Building of the subway in Paris : here a metro train at the Bastille stop in 1900 (photo).

The Cannebiere with Tramways, Marseille, France, c. 1900 (photo)
1733929 The Cannebiere with Tramways, Marseille, France, c. 1900 (photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: Marseille, France, c. 1900 : the cannebiere with tramways)

Stagecoach climbing a hill, France (engraving)
1701230 Stagecoach climbing a hill, France (engraving) by Adam, Victor (1801-66) (after); (add.info.: Stagecoach climbing a hill, France : engraving after Victor Adam (1801-1866))

The Omnibus, c. 1830 (engraving)
1721313 The Omnibus, c.1830 (engraving) by French School, (19th century)

Three-wheeled Omnibus, Paris (engraving)
1721311 Three-wheeled Omnibus, Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Public transport in Paris c. 1830 : three wheeled omnibus, engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Daim (commun); Fallow deer; Damhirsch (engraving)
7195682 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Daim (commun); Fallow deer; Damhirsch (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daim (commun); Fallow deer; Damhirsch

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Chardon (commun); Thistle; Distel (engraving)
7195289 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Chardon (commun); Thistle; Distel (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chardon (commun); Thistle; Distel

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Plongeon (commun); Diver; Taucher (engraving)
7197155 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Plongeon (commun); Diver; Taucher (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plongeon (commun); Diver; Taucher

Javillo or antidote caccoon, Fevillea cordifolia. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science

Common or harbor seal, Phoca vitulina. Handcolored engraving by Manceau after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle

Western grasswren and blackbird
Western grasswren, Amytornis textilis 1 and common blackbird with nest and eggs, Turdus merula 2. Merion, Merle commun. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries

Common chaffinch and brambling
Common chaffinch, Fringilla coelebs, nest and eggs, and brambling, Fringilla montifringilla with eggs Pinson commun et pinson d Ardenne

Octopus and sea snail
Common octopus, Octopus vulgaris 1, and sea snail, Dicathais orbita 2. Poulpe commun, Pourpre. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard

Reindeer, moose, red deer and roe deer
Reindeer, Rangifer tarandus 1, moose, Alces alces 2, red deer, Cervus elaphus 3, and European roe deer, Capreolus capreolus 4. Renne, Elan, Cerf commun, Chevreuil

Skeleton of the common seal and Australian sea lion
Skeleton of the common seal, Phoca vitulina 1, and Australian sea lion, Neophoca cinerea 2. Phoque commun squelette, Phoque austral (s.g. Otarie)

Common seal and elephant seal
Common seal, Phoca vitulina 1 and northern elephant seal, Mirounga angustirostris 2. Phoque commun, Phoque a trompe (macrorhine)

Bay laurel, camphor and sassafras
Bay laurel, Laurus nobilis 1, camphor tree, Cinnamomum camphora 2, and sassafras, Sassafras albidum 3. Laurier commun, Laurier camphrier, Laurier sassafras

Mistletoe, Viscum album. Handcoloured stipple engraving by Mlle. Brenet after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des Arbres et Arbustes, Paris

Common holly, Ilex aquifolium. Handcoloured stipple engraving after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des Arbres et Arbustes, Paris, 1804-1819

Le Laurier commun (engraving)
3629490 Le Laurier commun (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Laurier commun. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1835)

FARMER, 1875. I Feed You All. Lithograph, 1875, by American Oleograph Co

Allons plus de distinction ce malheur commun nous rend egaux. Print shows a member of the aristocracy and a member of the Third Estate embracing in a courtyard

Ficus (Fig)
Common fig figuier commun

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"Exploring the Diversity of 'Commun': From Borneo Sago to Tramways and Wildlife" Delving into the past, we discover a captivating British Empire Marketing Board poster from 1931 showcasing the exotic allure of Borneo Sago. Transporting us back in time, a mesmerizing photograph captures The Cannebiere with Tramways in Marseille, France around 1900 - a bustling scene filled with life and movement. Witnessing history unfold before our eyes, an enchanting engraving depicts a stagecoach valiantly climbing a hill in picturesque France. Unveiling the evolution of transportation, an intriguing engraving showcases The Omnibus from circa 1830 - marking an important milestone in public transport's development. Parisian charm comes alive through an exquisite engraving featuring a Three-wheeled Omnibus navigating the city streets with elegance and efficiency. Embarking on an educational journey through Le Vocabulaire Illustre, we encounter stunning engravings such as Daim (commun), Fallow deer; Damhirsch - revealing nature's wonders across languages. Nature enthusiasts rejoice as Le Vocabulaire Illustre introduces us to Chardon (commun); Thistle; Distel through intricate engravings that highlight its beauty and resilience. Plunging into aquatic realms, Le Vocabulaire Illustre presents Plongeon (commun); Diver; Taucher - capturing the grace and skill of these underwater explorers through detailed engravings. Venturing beyond land-based discoveries, we stumble upon Javillo or antidote cocoon Fevillea cordifolia – unveiling nature's secrets hidden within its delicate structure. Celebrating marine biodiversity, we encounter the Common or harbor seal Phoca vitulina – reminding us of their vital role in coastal ecosystems and their undeniable charm.