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Mole Collection

"Mole: A Beloved Character from Wind in the Willows and More" In Kenneth Grahame's classic novel, "Wind in the Willows

Background imageMole Collection: Wind in Willows / Grahame

Wind in Willows / Grahame
Toad, Ratty & Mole set off with a yellow caravan, pulled by an old grey horse on the Open Road... Date: First published: 1908

Background imageMole Collection: Wind in Willows / Grahame

Wind in Willows / Grahame
Wind in Willows/Grahame

Background imageMole Collection: Badger & Mole / Willow

Badger & Mole / Willow
Badger & Mole on their way to rescue the Toad: " Crossing the hall, they passed down one of the principal tunnels". Date: First published: 1908

Background imageMole Collection: Wind in Willows / Rat Snow

Wind in Willows / Rat Snow
Rat & Mole in the Wild Wood: " The Rat pondered awhile, and examined the humps and slopes that surrounded them." Date: First published: 1908

Background imageMole Collection: Wind in Willows / Grahame

Wind in Willows / Grahame
The Water Rat & Mole picnicking: " The Mole begged as a favour, to be allowed to unpack it all by himself." Date: First published: 1908

Background imageMole Collection: The Piper at the Gates of Dawn from Wind in the Willows, pub. 1913 (colour lithograph), 1913

The Piper at the Gates of Dawn from Wind in the Willows, pub. 1913 (colour lithograph), 1913

Background imageMole Collection: Common Mole

Common Mole
AEB-2941 European / Common MOLE - emerging from hole, showing spade-like feet used for digging Talpa europaea Elizabeth Bomford Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageMole Collection: Wind Willows / Onion Sauce

Wind Willows / Onion Sauce
" Onion sauce! Onion sauce! he (the Mole), remarked jeeringly, & was gone before they could think of a reply." Date: First published: 1908

Background imageMole Collection: Mole - eating worm undergound

Mole - eating worm undergound
JD-13175 European / Common MOLE - eats worm in hole underground Talpa europaea John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMole Collection: The Mole Catcher

The Mole Catcher
The mole catcher sets off, laden with his home-made traps, Burtersett, Wensleydale, Yorkshire, England

Background imageMole Collection: Mole

Mole
USH-55 MOLE - burrowing out of mole hill Talpa europaea Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMole Collection: Picture No. 10894869

Picture No. 10894869
Naked Mole Rat (Heterocephalus glaber) Date:

Background imageMole Collection: Mole - foraging on surface Removed grass over face

Mole - foraging on surface Removed grass over face
JD-13359-m Mole - foraging on surface Talpa europaea John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMole Collection: Box Hill, Surrey

Box Hill, Surrey
A fine view of Box Hill, Surrey, and the road which climbs up to the 700 feet top of this beauty spot, above the River Mole, named because of the many box trees on it

Background imageMole Collection: Leatherhead - 1925

Leatherhead - 1925
River Mole Leatherhead Surrey

Background imageMole Collection: Thumbelina flies away on the Swallows back

Thumbelina flies away on the Swallows back
Thumbelina escapes from the Field Mouse and the Mole on the back of the Swallow. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Background imageMole Collection: Wind in Willows / Mice

Wind in Willows / Mice
The field mice & harvest mice join Ratty & Mole at their picnic. Date: First published: 1908

Background imageMole Collection: JEAN HARLOW (1911-1937). American cinemactress

JEAN HARLOW (1911-1937). American cinemactress

Background imageMole Collection: Mole - emerging from hole on surface

Mole - emerging from hole on surface
JLM-9605 European / Common MOLE - emerging from burrow Talpa europaea Tulepa europa John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMole Collection: Mole - in underground hole

Mole - in underground hole
JD-13173 Mole - in underground hole Talpa europaea John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMole Collection: Talpa europaea, European mole

Talpa europaea, European mole
Plate 123 Common Mole. Original watercolour drawing from The Naturalists Library, Mammalia, Vol. 3, 1833-1843, by Sir William Jardine (1800-1874)

Background imageMole Collection: Star-nose Mole - close-up of nose

Star-nose Mole - close-up of nose
PG-101 Star-nosed MOLE - close-up of nose N.E. USA and S.E. Canada Condylura cristata Paul Germain Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMole Collection: Common Mole - swimming in river

Common Mole - swimming in river
JD-13361-c Common Mole - swimming in river Talpa europaea John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMole Collection: Warthog, Mole National Park, Ghana, West Africa, Africa

Warthog, Mole National Park, Ghana, West Africa, Africa

Background imageMole Collection: Moles strung up on wire fence, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Moles strung up on wire fence, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMole Collection: Siege of Tyre by Alexander the Great (litho)

Siege of Tyre by Alexander the Great (litho)
8660861 Siege of Tyre by Alexander the Great (litho) by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siege of Tyre by Alexander the Great)

Background imageMole Collection: The Mole, near Dorking (litho)

The Mole, near Dorking (litho)
8671996 The Mole, near Dorking (litho) by Moul, Duncan (fl.1904-24); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mole, near Dorking)

Background imageMole Collection: Cape doree tape - Cape golden mole, Chrysochloris asiatica (Variable mole, Talpa asiatica)

Cape doree tape - Cape golden mole, Chrysochloris asiatica (Variable mole, Talpa asiatica)
FLO4595727 Cape doree tape - Cape golden mole, Chrysochloris asiatica (Variable mole, Talpa asiatica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Peter Brown from his New Illustrations of Zoology, B

Background imageMole Collection: Cartoon of Spy by T P O'Connor

Cartoon of Spy by T P O'Connor
3077566 Cartoon of Spy by T P O'Connor; (add.info.: Cartoon of Spy by Thomas Power O'Connor (1848-1929) a journalist, an Irish nationalist political figure

Background imageMole Collection: The hare and the turtle: La Fontaine fable illustrated by Grandville

The hare and the turtle: La Fontaine fable illustrated by Grandville
PCT4269299 The hare and the turtle: La Fontaine fable illustrated by Grandville. by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: The hare and the turtle)

Background imageMole Collection: Cape Mole rat - Cape mole-rat, Georychus capensis (Long toothed marmot)

Cape Mole rat - Cape mole-rat, Georychus capensis (Long toothed marmot, Mus capensis) of South Africa
FLO4595737 Cape Mole rat - Cape mole-rat, Georychus capensis (Long toothed marmot, Mus capensis) of South Africa. From the collection of Mr. Lee

Background imageMole Collection: Cape or Siberian Mole and common hedgehog  Erinaceus europaeus, Scapanus townsendii

Cape or Siberian Mole and common hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus, Scapanus townsendii
5856436 Cape or Siberian Mole and common hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus, Scapanus townsendii; (add.info.: Cape or Siberian Mole and common hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus)

Background imageMole Collection: 8622716

8622716

Background imageMole Collection: Talpa Europea (Skeleton of an European mole), Museum d'histoire naturelle de Marseille

Talpa Europea (Skeleton of an European mole), Museum d'histoire naturelle de Marseille
CSO4987854 Talpa Europea (Skeleton of an European mole), Museum d'histoire naturelle de Marseille; (add.info.: Talpa Europea (Skeleton of an European mole)

Background imageMole Collection: Cape dune mole rat, Bathyergus suillus. (African coast rat, Mus myotalpa)

Cape dune mole rat, Bathyergus suillus. (African coast rat, Mus myotalpa) Handcoloured copperplate engraving
FLO4640477 Cape dune mole rat, Bathyergus suillus. (African coast rat, Mus myotalpa) Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine,"" Harrison, London

Background imageMole Collection: Spotted mole, Talpa europaea. Copied from George Edwards' Gleanings of Natural History, 1758

Spotted mole, Talpa europaea. Copied from George Edwards' Gleanings of Natural History, 1758
FLO4640537 Spotted mole, Talpa europaea. Copied from George Edwards' Gleanings of Natural History, 1758. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine,"

Background imageMole Collection: Le bathyergue ou taupe du Cap et le spalax ou souris taupe Eau forte by Jean Gabriel Pretre

Le bathyergue ou taupe du Cap et le spalax ou souris taupe Eau forte by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845)
FLO4651795 Le bathyergue ou taupe du Cap et le spalax ou souris taupe Eau forte by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), engraved by Carnonkel

Background imageMole Collection: Meadow jumping mouse, Zapus hudsonius 1, sandy mole rat, Spalax arenarius 2, grey dwarf hamster

Meadow jumping mouse, Zapus hudsonius 1, sandy mole rat, Spalax arenarius 2, grey dwarf hamster
FLO4573962 Meadow jumping mouse, Zapus hudsonius 1, sandy mole rat, Spalax arenarius 2, grey dwarf hamster, Cricetulus migratorius 3, Siberian hamster, Phodopus sungorus 4

Background imageMole Collection: Letterss and T: Saw Boar Teal Sarigue Mole Tortoise Engraving in ' A.E.I.O.U

Letterss and T: Saw Boar Teal Sarigue Mole Tortoise Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood "
DUV4209497 Letterss and T: Saw Boar Teal Sarigue Mole Tortoise Engraving in " A.E.I.O.U. The first book of childhood ". Editions Jules Tallandier, Paris, 1927

Background imageMole Collection: 8626034

8626034

Background imageMole Collection: Human invention anticipated: The spade (engraving)

Human invention anticipated: The spade (engraving)
8657994 Human invention anticipated: The spade (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The spade)

Background imageMole Collection: Mane, Mask, Mast, Maul, Mice, Milk, Mill, Mine, Mold, Mole, Moon, Muff (engraving)

Mane, Mask, Mast, Maul, Mice, Milk, Mill, Mine, Mold, Mole, Moon, Muff (engraving)
8651804 Mane, Mask, Mast, Maul, Mice, Milk, Mill, Mine, Mold, Mole, Moon, Muff (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mane, Mask, Mast, Maul, Mice)

Background imageMole Collection: Human invention anticipated: Tunnels (engraving)

Human invention anticipated: Tunnels (engraving)
8657890 Human invention anticipated: Tunnels (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tunnels)

Background imageMole Collection: Animal board: Mole doree (Talpa Asiatiea)

Animal board: Mole doree (Talpa Asiatiea)
JAB5036748 Animal board: Mole doree (Talpa Asiatiea); (add.info.: Animal board: Mole doree (Talpa Asiatiea)); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Background imageMole Collection: La taupe et les rabbits Illustration des fables de Jean-Pierre-Claris (Jean Pierre Claris)

La taupe et les rabbits Illustration des fables de Jean-Pierre-Claris (Jean Pierre Claris) de Florian (1755-1794)
JEB4865331 La taupe et les rabbits Illustration des fables de Jean-Pierre-Claris (Jean Pierre Claris) de Florian (1755-1794) by Victor Adam

Background imageMole Collection: Le desman de Russie ou de Muscovie ou shrew et la scalope du Canada ou taupe a glabre-tailed - Eau

Le desman de Russie ou de Muscovie ou shrew et la scalope du Canada ou taupe a glabre-tailed - Eau forte by Jean
FLO4651963 Le desman de Russie ou de Muscovie ou shrew et la scalope du Canada ou taupe a glabre-tailed - Eau forte by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), graved by Carnonkel

Background imageMole Collection: La shrew commun ou carrelet la taupe a star snout or condylure star - Eau forte by Jean Gabriel

La shrew commun ou carrelet la taupe a star snout or condylure star - Eau forte by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845)
FLO4651952 La shrew commun ou carrelet la taupe a star snout or condylure star - Eau forte by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), engraved by Carnonkel

Background imageMole Collection: Taupe, length 12 centimeters: engraving from a school book of natural sciences (zoology)

Taupe, length 12 centimeters: engraving from a school book of natural sciences (zoology) beginning 20th century
PCT4295606 Taupe, length 12 centimeters: engraving from a school book of natural sciences (zoology) beginning 20th century -; (add.info.: Taupe)



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"Mole: A Beloved Character from Wind in the Willows and More" In Kenneth Grahame's classic novel, "Wind in the Willows, " a charming character who embarks on exciting adventures with his friends Rat, Snowy Owl, Badger, and Toad. From exploring the enchanting riverside to braving snowy escapades, Mole's curiosity leads him to discover the wonders of nature. Grahame beautifully portrays Mole's love for his cozy burrow nestled underground. Just like this endearing creature, we find solace in our own little sanctuaries where we can escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Mole's friendship with Rat is heartwarming as they navigate through various challenges together. Their bond teaches us about loyalty and support during both joyous moments and difficult times. Speaking of food, who could forget that delightful scene where Badger treats Mole to a sumptuous meal at Willow? The aroma of onion sauce fills the air as they indulge in a feast fit for kings. It reminds us how simple pleasures shared with loved ones can create lasting memories. Let's not overlook another fascinating aspect—mole creatures themselves. Did you know that common they are excellent diggers? They spend most of their lives underground tunneling through soil searching for worms—a true testament to their resourcefulness and adaptability. However, not all encounters with they are pleasant. For those struggling with mole infestations damaging gardens or lawns, there exists an unsung hero—the mole catcher. These skilled individuals employ ingenious methods to safely relocate these critters without causing harm or destruction. As we appreciate these captivating tales featuring Mole alongside unforgettable characters like Ratty and Badger, let Picture No. 10894869 transport us visually to Box Hill in Surrey—an idyllic setting reminiscent of Grahame’s world come alive.