Lari Collection

Amidst the rugged cliffs of Tuscany, Italy, a lithograph from 1883 captures the timeless beauty of Europe's coastline

Lari Collection: Seagulls on a coast with lighthouse, lithograph, published in 1883

Seagulls on a coast with lighthouse, lithograph, published in 1883
Seagulls on a coast with lighthouse. Lithograph after a drawing by Fedor Flinzer (German author and illustrator, 1832 - 1911), published in 1883

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Lari Collection: Marble statue of an Etruscan priest in ceremonial robes

Marble statue of an Etruscan priest in ceremonial robes. He holds a patera or libation bowl in his right hand. Two Etruscan leaping priests or Salii carrying bronze shields or ancilia in a religious

Lari Collection: Ancient Roman housing, barns and towers from Trajan s

Ancient Roman housing, barns and towers from Trajan s
Ancient Roman housing, barns and towers from Trajans Column. Granai e torri degli Alloggiamenti. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Lari Collection: Heermanns gull, Larus Heermanni, flying, Monterey, California, usa, Pacific ocean

Heermanns gull, Larus Heermanni, flying, Monterey, California, usa, Pacific ocean, national marine sanctuary
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Lari Collection: Heermanns Gull (Larus heermanni) mating ritual on their breeding grounds on Isla Rasa in

Heermanns Gull (Larus heermanni) mating ritual on their breeding grounds on Isla Rasa in the middle Gulf of California
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Amidst the rugged cliffs of Tuscany, Italy, a lithograph from 1883 captures the timeless beauty of Europe's coastline. Seagulls, including the rare Heermann's Gull (Larus Heermanni), soar above the crashing waves and ancient lighthouse, their silhouettes etched against the sky. Journeying westward, we find the Heermann's Gull in its natural habitat along the Pacific coast of Monterey, California, USA. This endangered species, with its distinctive black "M" markings, performs an intricate mating ritual on Isla Rasa in the middle Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), Mexico - home to 95% of its global population. As we delve deeper into history, we uncover the ancient Etruscan civilization, whose marble statue of a priest in ceremonial robes stands as a testament to their rich culture. Meanwhile, the remnants of Roman housing, barns, and towers from Trajan's time still stand the test of time. The Heermann's Gull's story is a reminder of the delicate balance between the past and the present, as we strive to protect and preserve the natural world for future generations. Let us cherish the beauty of our coastlines and the creatures that call them home.