Life Cycle Collection

Illustration of life cycle of Swallowtail Butterfly (Papilio machaon) from pupa and caterpillar, to adult butterfly

Anatomy of the Apis, No. XXVII, Leuckarts Zoological Wall Chart
HMB306152 Anatomy of the Apis, No.XXVII, Leuckarts Zoological Wall Chart, 1877-98 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); 137x101 cm; Humboldt-Universitaet, Berlin

The Beautiful Dragonflys Life Story, 1935
The Beautiful Dragonflys Life Story, . From The Popular Science Educator, Volume 2, edited by Charles Ray. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London]

Africa, Botswana, Moremi Wildlife Reserve, group of Hippos (Hippopotamus amphibius) standing at edge of water, young animal standing in water

Engraving depicting the life cycle of a daphnis nerii, the oleander hawk-moth or army green moth
5309285 Engraving depicting the life cycle of a daphnis nerii, the oleander hawk-moth or army green moth, is a moth of the family Sphingidae

Engraving depicting the life cycle of a Cossus Cossus (Goat Moth), a moth of the family Cossidae, 19th century
5309279 Engraving depicting the life cycle of a Cossus Cossus (Goat Moth), a moth of the family Cossidae, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the life cycle of a Cossus Cossus (Goat Moth)

Engraving depicting the life cycle of a mason spider, showing a sectional view of its burrow, 19th century
5309309 Engraving depicting the life cycle of a mason spider, showing a sectional view of its burrow, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the life cycle of a mason spider)

Engraving depicting Aporia Crataegi in it's butterfly, larvae and pupae stages, 19th century
5309284 Engraving depicting Aporia Crataegi in it's butterfly, larvae and pupae stages, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Aporia Crataegi in it's butterfly)

Common European toad tadpoles (Bufo bufo), sequence showing development of limbs. Derbyshire, UK. August. Digital composite

Monarch (Danaus plexippus), butterfly emerging from chrysalis on Tropical milkweed (Asclepias curassavica) wings unfolding, series, Hill Country, Texas, USA

Possessive
Jon Ehrmann

Digital composite of Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) caterpillar, pupa, chrysalis and emerging adult

Leaf mimic bush cricket or katydid (unknown species, family Tettigoniidae) in the middle of moulting its skin. Moulting from one sub-adult stage (instar) to another is known as ecdysis

Turtle tracks lead from the turtles egg playing place to the shoreline, Galapagos

After laying its eggs on a Galapagos beach, this sea turtle returning to the ocean

Popular Misconceptions, Life in the Secret Service (litho)
7168513 Popular Misconceptions, Life in the Secret Service (litho) by Pont (Graham Laidler) (1908-40); Private Collection; (add.info.: Popular Misconceptions, Life in the Secret Service)

In the cemetery of Portici (Naples), two carabinieri, to surprise a blackmailer who had to... (colour litho)
2777985 In the cemetery of Portici (Naples), two carabinieri, to surprise a blackmailer who had to... (colour litho) by Beltrame

A Good Son, a Good Soldier, 1910 (colour litho)
1729118 A Good Son, a Good Soldier, 1910 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: BD colonisation 1910)

Das Neue Jerusalem, n. d. Creator: Orpha M. Peters
Das Neue Jerusalem, n.d

Dragonfly and Mayfly, illustration from Stories of Insect Life by William J. Claxton, 1912 (colour litho)
IL250658 Dragonfly and Mayfly, illustration from Stories of Insect Life by William J. Claxton, 1912 (colour litho) by Muckley, Louis Fairfax (1862-1926); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Tree of Life, 1912
7227554 The Tree of Life, 1912 by Cominetti, Giuseppe (1882-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Milan, Private Collection, Giuseppe Cominetti, The Tree of Life); Photo © Mauro Ranzani

Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus) expanding wings after emerging from chrysalis on Aquatic milkweed (Asclepias perennis). Hill Country, Texas, USA. Sequence 12/12

Gulf fritillary butterfly (Agraulis vanillae) expanding wings after emerging from chrysalis, on Passion vine (Passiflora sp). Hill Country, Texas, USA. Sequence 8/9

Illustration for Cranford by Mrs Gaskell (engraving)
7164572 Illustration for Cranford by Mrs Gaskell (engraving) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The proof sheet of a great placard)

Illustration for Cranford by Mrs Gaskell (coloured engraving)
7164526 Illustration for Cranford by Mrs Gaskell (coloured engraving) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Father of the Faithful)

Le chateau de Pierrefonds, avant la restauration (engraving)
7179793 Le chateau de Pierrefonds, avant la restauration (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le chateau de Pierrefonds, avant la restauration)

Une rue du vieil Amsterdam (engraving)
7179771 Une rue du vieil Amsterdam (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une rue du vieil Amsterdam)

Chateau de Pierrefonds, restaure (engraving)
7179795 Chateau de Pierrefonds, restaure (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chateau de Pierrefonds, restaure)

Mahana atua (Day of the God), 1894 / 95. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Mahana atua (Day of the God), 1894/95

The Eleven Ages of Man, mid 17th century. Creator: Gerhard Altzenbach
The Eleven Ages of Man, mid 17th century

The Eleven Ages of Woman, mid 17th century. Creator: Gerhard Altzenbach
The Eleven Ages of Woman, mid 17th century

Page 51. Plate 13 Bombyx Exposita Lewin / allied to... 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)
5670886 Page 51. Plate 13 Bombyx Exposita Lewin / allied to... 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); 20.6x15.7 cm; Mitchell Library

Page 39. Plate 10 Lithosa Replana, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)
5670883 Page 39. Plate 10 Lithosa Replana, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); 20.6x15.7 cm; Mitchell Library

Page 19. Plate 5 Cryptophasa Strigata, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)
5670878 Page 19. Plate 5 Cryptophasa Strigata, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); 20.6x15.7 cm; Mitchell Library

A Picture Without Words, 1884 (colour litho)
1078693 A Picture Without Words, 1884 (colour litho) by Graetz, Friedrich (1840-1913); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Harmful insects (colour litho)
971882 Harmful insects (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harmful insects. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 11 April 1897.); © Look and Learn

The watchful work of our Navy in the Adriatic (colour litho)
2808608 The watchful work of our Navy in the Adriatic (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The watchful work of our Navy in the Adriatic)

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796149 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Egli, Charles Emile called Carlegle (1877-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 17 January 1903.); © Look and Learn

The Ages of Men and Women, Imagerie Gangel, Metz, mid 19th century (colour litho)
CHT218559 The Ages of Men and Women, Imagerie Gangel, Metz, mid 19th century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page 15. Plate 4 Cryptophasa alba, costa Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)
5670877 Page 15. Plate 4 Cryptophasa alba, costa Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); 20.6x15.7 cm; Mitchell Library

Page 47. Plate 12 Clisiocampa Lewinae / Bombyx Lewinae, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)
5670885 Page 47. Plate 12 Clisiocampa Lewinae / Bombyx Lewinae, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); 20.6x15.7 cm; Mitchell Library

Page 31. Plate 8 Ara / Tortrix Australana Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)
5670881 Page 31. Plate 8 Ara.. / Tortrix Australana Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); 20.6x15.7 cm; Mitchell Library

Fr 606 f. 35 The Wheel of Fortune and the Treachery of Worldly Delights
BAL52461 Fr 606 f.35 The Wheel of Fortune and the Treachery of Worldly Delights, from the L Epitre d Othea, by the Epitre Master, acquired by Jean de Berry c.1405 by French School

Pilgrimage to the Long Life Water Pool in Valle Di Rose (Valsassina) (colour litho)
2798467 Pilgrimage to the Long Life Water Pool in Valle Di Rose (Valsassina) (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lissas Avengers (colour litho)
2808701 Lissas Avengers (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lissas avengers. From their fragile ship)

Moths harmful to apple trees (colour litho)
971952 Moths harmful to apple trees (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moths harmful to apple trees)

Harmful moths and caterpillars (colour litho)
971902 Harmful moths and caterpillars (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harmful moths and caterpillars)

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"Exploring the Wonders of Life: From Insects to Mammals and Everything in Between" In this captivating journey through the life cycle, we delve into the intricate details of nature's creations. Starting with "Anatomy of the Apis, " an enlightening glimpse into the world of bees, we witness their remarkable transformation from egg to adult worker bee. Moving on, "Leuckarts Zoological Wall Chart" presents a visual feast as it unravels the mesmerizing life cycle of the Swallowtail Butterfly. From its humble beginnings as a pupa and caterpillar, it emerges as a breathtakingly beautiful adult butterfly. Venturing into Botswana's Moremi Wildlife Reserve, our attention is captured by a group of Hippos standing at water's edge. Among them stands a young hippo, symbolizing new life amidst Africa's untamed wilderness. The enchanting Moon Jellyfish takes center stage next. Its ethereal beauty conceals an intriguing life cycle that unfolds beneath tranquil waters. Transitioning to land-dwelling creatures, we encounter Common European Toad tadpoles undergoing metamorphosis. Witnessing their development from limbless creatures to fully formed amphibians showcases nature's incredible ability for adaptation. Nature lovers are then treated to one of nature's most iconic transformations - Monarch butterflies emerging from chrysalises on Tropical Milkweed. This awe-inspiring sight serves as a reminder that change can bring forth extraordinary beauty. Our exploration continues with the Leaf Mimic Bush Cricket or Katydid species—an expert in camouflage—displaying various stages in its fascinating life cycle. Shifting gears slightly, we encounter Mucuna plants hosting insects at different stages of their lives—a testament to symbiotic relationships within ecosystems. Taking an artistic turn, lithographs like "Popular Misconceptions" and "Life in Secret Service" offer glimpses into human experiences intertwined with themes related to cycles and transitions—both literal and metaphorical.