Fertilised Collection

An engraving depicting men carting manure, 19th century
5311071 An engraving depicting men carting manure, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1825); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Almanac advertising ammonium sulphate, January 1911 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT230870 Almanac advertising ammonium sulphate, January 1911 (litho) (b/w photo) by Gerbault, Henri (1863-1930); Bibliotheque-Musee Forney, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet

Evolution of a chicken within an egg, and a chicken recently emerged from the egg
KW478326 Evolution of a chicken within an egg, and a chicken recently emerged from the egg, from El Mundo Ilustrado, published Barcelona, 1880 (colour litho) by European School

Model of an egg cell being fertilised by a sperm cell

Fowl egg

A tiny bird embryo in a glass dish

Ovulation and fertilisation, artwork
Ovulation and fertilisation. Computer artwork of the female reproductive system, showing the development of an ovum (egg, small circle) inside an ovary (oval)

Spangle galls on an oak leaf, SEM
Spangle galls on an oak leaf. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spangle galls on the underside of a leaf from the English oak (Quercus robur) tree

Coloured LM of a fertilised human egg 24 hours old

Blastocyst implantation, diagram
Blastocyst implantation. Diagram of the blastocyst (lower right), a cellular stage that occurs during human (and all mammalian) reproduction, five days after fertilisation

Common spangle galls on an oak leaf
Common spangle galls on the underside of an oak leaf (Quercus sp.). These are fertilised eggs, which are laid by the female gall wasp Neuroterus quercusbaccarum in June

Female butternut squash flowers (Cucurbita moschata). Cut away view of the reproductive parts of a pistillate (female) butternut squash flower (left)

Male beech flowers (Fagus sylvatica)
Male flowers of a beech tree (Fagus sylvatica), with young leaves. Photographed in Dorset, UK

Camperdown elm (U. glabra Camperdownii )
Camperdown elm (Ulmus glabra Camperdownii ) flowers and fruit. The flowers have been fertilised and are now developing into fruits

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"Fertilised: Unveiling the Wonders of Life's Creation" In the intricate world of nature, the Thale cress flower stands as a symbol of fertility and growth. Underneath its delicate petals lies a hidden microcosm, where life begins to take shape. Captured through a powerful micrograph, this image reveals the fascinating process of fertilisation. Traveling back in time to January 1911, an Almanac advertisement showcases ammonium sulphate as a revolutionary tool for farmers seeking bountiful harvests. This lithograph serves as a reminder that even in our quest for progress, we rely on nature's ancient secrets to nurture our crops. Picture No. 11675598 transports us into another realm altogether – witnessing the evolution of life itself within an eggshell. From a mere chicken embryo nestled inside its protective shell to the miraculous emergence of a fluffy chick, this captivating photograph encapsulates nature's transformative power. A model depicting the fusion between an egg cell and sperm cell takes us deep into the heart of conception. In this microscopic encounter, new life is sparked with infinite possibilities - reminding us that every living being carries within them traces of their ancestral heritage. From fowl eggs to tiny bird embryos delicately placed in glass dishes, these snapshots offer glimpses into different stages of development. Each one tells its own story - from humble beginnings to remarkable transformations - showcasing how fertilisation breathes life into existence. Artistic interpretations further explore this awe-inspiring phenomenon; vivid illustrations depict both ovulation and fertilisation as ethereal dances between cells and hormones. These artworks invite us to marvel at the beauty hidden beneath our skin and appreciate how intricately orchestrated each step towards creation truly is. Zooming closer still under electron microscopy lenses, cabbage white butterfly eggs reveal their astonishingly detailed structure while spangle galls on oak leaves showcase nature's ability to adapt and thrive amidst challenges.