Ernst Collection

Art of Diatom algae (from Ernst Haeckel)
Diatoms. Computer-enhanced engraving of assorted species of diatom. Diatoms are a group of single- celled algae. The two main morphological types of diatom are represented here

Varieties of edible-podded pea, or sugar pea. Chromolithograph, by G. Severeyns, of Brussels, from Ernst Benary, Album Benary. Date: 1876-86

Taking tea in the Harem. Creator: Ernst, Rudolf (1854-1932)
Taking tea in the Harem. Private Collection

Varieties of carrot (daucus). Chromolithograph by G. Severeyns, of Brussels, from Ernst Benary, Album Benary. Date: 1876-86

Varieties of pea (Pisum sativum) - second. Chromolithograph, by G. Severeyns, of Brussels, from Ernst Benary, Album Benary. Date: 1876-86

1894 Haeckel Pithecanthropus ape man crop
Pithecanthropus europeaus alalus (european speechless ape-man) by Gabriel Max, 1894, reproduced as Photogravure Plate 29 in Ernst Haeckel " Naturliche Schopfungs-Geschichte"

Orffyreus Wheel & Man
The perpetual motion wheel of Orffyreus, real name Johann Ernst Elias Bessler, is set in motion by a man

Ernst Werner Von Siemens
ERNST WERNER VON SIEMENS German engineer

Fresco in the crypt of the Cathedral, Anagni, Italy, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Fresco in the crypt of the Cathedral, Anagni, Italy, (1928). About 1250...Hippocrates and Galen, painted by the master of the " Traslazioni" in the crypt of the same church

Wall in the Tomb of the Augurs (Tomba degli Auguri) at Tarquinia, Italy, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Wall in the Tomb of the Augurs (Tomba degli Auguri) at Tarquinia, Italy, (1928). Etruscan burial chamber, 1st Half of 6th Century B.C...Wailing men on each side of the tomb door

Red Hell of Jupiter, Astounding Stories Scifi magazine cover
THE RED HELL OF JUPITER - The Planetary Explorers disintegrate the Rogans with the death tube Date: 1931

Royal group at Rosenau Castle on the occasion of the Bethrot
Royal group at Rosenau Castle in Coburg gathered to celebrate the engagement of the Czarevitch Nicholas (later Czar Nicholas II) to Princess Alix of Hesse

Princess Alices children in 1875
The children of Princess Alice, Grand Duchess of Hesse and Grand Duke Louis (Ludwig) of Hesse: (l to r) Irene, Ernst Ludwig, Marie ( May ), Victoria

Nepenthes gymnamphora pitcher plant
Nephenaceae or pitcher plants: Nepenthes gymnamphora (Nepenthes melamphora), carnivorous plant native to Indonesia. Chromolithograph by Adolf Glitsch from an illustration by Ernst Haeckel from Art

ERNST LUDWIG (1868-1937). Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine, 1892-1918. Photograph by W. & D. Downey, c1894

KIRCHNER: FRANZI, 1910. Franzi in front of Carved Chair. Oil on canvas, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, 1910

Hoffmann, Ernst Theodor Amadeus (E.T.A.) (1776-1822). German writer. Contes Fantastiques (Fantastic Tales). Edition carried

Prussian Royal Wedding
Princess Viktoria Luise, only daughter of the Kaiser, is accompanied by King George V in a traditional torch dance after her marriage to Prince Ernst of Cumberland. Date: 31 May 1913

Russian and Greek royal cousins
The Tsesarevich Nicholas (Tsar Nicholas II) and Prince George of Greece amusing some of the younger members of the family party in about 1890

Princess Alice with her children
Princess Alice, Grand Duchess of Hesse (1843-1878) with her children in 1877: (l to r) Ella, Alix, Victoria, Ernst Ludwig and Irene, with the youngest, May sitting on Alices lap

Prussian Royal Wedding
VIKTORIA LUISE, only daughter of Kaiser Wilhelm II marries Prince Ernst of Cumberland in the Chapel Royal in Berlin - the last gathering of European royalty before WWI

Nudibranchia or sea slugs: Hermaea bifida 1, Facelina auriculata coronata 2, Dendronotus frondosus 3, Okenia elegans 4, Doto coronata 5, Tritonia hombergii 6 and Ancula gibbosa 7

Ctenophora or comb jellies
Ctenophora or comb jelly: Haeckelia rubra 1, 2, Hormiphora species 3, Callianira bialata 4, Tinerfe cyanea 5, and Lampea pancerina 6

Chess celebrities at the late chess meeting, 1855. Herr Lowenthal, M De Riviere, Mr Wyvill, MP, Herr Falkbeer, Mr Staunton, Lord Lyttelton, Captain Kennedy

Ernst Dryden / Party / 314
ERNST DRYDEN Poster artist, fashion pioneer and Hollywood costume designer. Fancy dress party in Vienna with Dryden pictured in the centre

River Mosel with Ernst at fall, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Mural painting in the Leopards Tomb (Tomba dei Leopardi) at Tarquinia, Italy, (1928). Etruscan burial chamber, About 500 B.C...Right corner...Banquet with musicians. Leopards in the pediment

Mural painting in the Tomb of the Baron (Tomba del Barone) at Tarquinia, Italy, (1928). Etruscan burial chamber, 2nd Half of 6th Century B.C....Left corner...Mounted youths and sacrificial scene

Mural painting in the Tomb with the Banquet (Tomba del Triclinio), Tarquinia, Italy, (1928). Etruscan burial chamber, About 500 B.C...Left corner. After a water-colour by L. Cartocci

Ceiling in Chamber II of the Coemeterium Maius on the Via Nomentana, Rome, Italy, (1928)
Ceiling in Chamber II of the Coemeterium Maius (catacombs) on the Via Nomentana, Rome, Italy, (1928). 1st half of 4th century...The Good Shepherd, Miracle of the Source, the Fall

Floor painting in a palace at Tell el-Amarna, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Floor painting in a palace at Tell el-Amarna, Egypt, (1928). 1370 B.C. A pool with fish, birds in flight, plants, and, at the bottom, a row of men of African and Middle Eastern appearance, with bows

494 C. C. B. M. W. (Ernst Henne), 1938
494 C.C. B.M.W. (Ernst Henne), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Ammonitida or extinct fossil ammonites: Cardioceras cordatum 1, 2, Schloenbachia varians 3, 4, Ptychites opulentus 5, 6, Douvilleiceras mammillatum 7, Puzosia planulatus 8

Acantharia Radiolaria protozoa species: Xiphacantha species 1, Stauracantha spinulosa 2, Phyllostauridae species 3, Pristacantha polyodon 4, Lithopteridae species 5, Gigartaconidae species 6, 7

Ernst Kreidolf
Konrad Ernst Theophil Kreidolf (1863-1956). Self portrait. Swiss painter and illustrator of childrens books. Date: 1916

Wall painting in Lochstedt Castle, Pillau, Germany, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Wall painting in Lochstedt Castle, Pillau, Germany, (1928). Interior of the castle in what is now Baltiysk, Russia. End of 14th Century...St. Michael and the Dragon on the wall of the refectory

Column from Luxor, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Column from Luxor, Egypt, (1928). Papyrus composite column with a sand-stone bud capital...from that part of the temple at Luxor built by Amenophis III...1411-1375 B.C. After Prisse D Avennes

Painted decoration in the New Palace, Potsdam, Germany, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Painted decoration in the New Palace, Potsdam, Germany, (1928). About 1765...Painted wooden wainscoting in the Neue Palais...Johann Christian Hoppenhaupt (died Berlin between 1778-1786)

Painted wooden ceiling in St. Martins Church, Zillis, Switzerland, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Painted wooden ceiling in St. Martins Church, Zillis, Switzerland, (1928). 2nd Half of 12th Century...Detail of a painted wooden ceiling in St. Martins at Zillis (Grisons)

Mural painting in the Tomb of Typhon (Tomba del Tifone) at Tarquinia, Italy, (1928]. Etruscan burial chamber, 3rd-2nd Century B.C...Frieze of flying fish [dolphins] over stylicised waves)

Decoration in the Borgia Apartments, Apostolic Palace, the Vatican, Rome, Italy, (1928). Zodiac symbols: About 1520-1527...Ceiling-painting in the " Sala detta dei santi Pontefici" [Hall of

Painted floor in the palace at Mycenae, Greece, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Painted floor in the palace at Mycenae, Greece, (1928). 14th or 13th Century B.C...After a reconstruction in water-colours by Miss W

Ceiling in the Grande Singerie, Chateau de Chantilly, France, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Ceiling in the Grande Singerie, Chateau de Chantilly, France, (1928). About 1735...Ceiling-painting in the " Salons des Singes" in Chantilly Castle...Ascribed...to Christophe Huet (d)

Mural frieze in the Tomb of the Lionesses (Tomba delle Leonesse), Tarquinia, Italy, (1928). Etruscan burial chamber, 1st Half of 6th Century B.C...Flying fish [dolphins]

Ernst & Mosel River, Rhineland / Mosel Valley, Germany

Princess Victoria of Hesse with her great-grandson
Princess Victoria of Hesse, later the Marchioness of Milford Haven (1863-1950) with her great grandson, Ludwig Ernst Andreas of Hesse

Gerhard Nitschke sat in cockpit of Heinkel He 100 V3 42C+11
Gerhard Nitschke sat in the cockpit of Heinkel He 100 V3 42C+11, being congratulated by Ernst Heinkel, after a test flight

General Ernst Udet sat in the cockpit of Heinkel He 100 V2, after breaking the World 100km closed-circuit speed record at 634 Km/h, on 5 June 1938. Date: 1938

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"Ernst: A Journey Through Art, Science, and History" Step into the world Haeckel's mesmerizing artwork as he unveils the intricate beauty of diatom algae. Delve into a realm where nature meets artistry, showcasing the delicate patterns and vibrant colors that adorn these microscopic wonders. Discover the diverse array of edible-podded peas or sugar peas, each variety offering a delectable treat for your taste buds. From crisp textures to sweet flavors, explore the endless possibilities that this humble legume has to offer. Peas take center stage once again as we delve deeper into Pisum sativum's captivating varieties. Witness their evolution through time and marvel at how this simple vegetable has become an essential ingredient in countless culinary creations. Embark on a journey through carrot varieties, unravelling their rich hues and unique shapes. From vibrant orange to deep purple, these roots not only provide nourishment but also add a splash of color to any dish they grace. Transport yourself back in time with Haeckel's 1894 depiction of Pithecanthropus ape man crop - an intriguing glimpse into our evolutionary past. Marvel at his ability to capture history within his illustrations and ponder upon our shared origins with these ancient beings. Witness the brilliance of Orffyreus Wheel & Man - an invention by Ernst Werner Von Siemens that revolutionized engineering. Explore how human ingenuity can shape our world and propel us towards new frontiers. Immerse yourself in Italian frescoes from Anagni Cathedral's crypt (1928), created by unknown artists who left behind timeless masterpieces for generations to admire. Let their brushstrokes transport you to another era filled with religious symbolism and artistic mastery. Continue your Italian escapade within Tarquinia's Tomb of the Augurs (1928). Unearth enigmatic wall paintings crafted by anonymous hands centuries ago; decipher their hidden meanings while marveling at the skill and creativity of these ancient artisans.