Monster Collection (page 95)

Masks for sale on market day, Zaachila, Oaxaca, Mexico, North America

Fantastic sculptures, Villa Orsini, Vierbo Bomarzo, Lazio, Italy, Europe

O Tokoyo and Monster
O Tokoyo, sacrificed to sea- monster Yofune-Nushi, is a skilled diver, and is able to slay the monster which demands an annual virgin sacrifice (picture two of two)

O Tokoyo and Sacrifice
O Tokoyo sees a virgin about to be sacrificed to a sea- monster : and since she is herself desperate she offers to take the girls place (picture one of two)

Boris Karloff / Gaumont
BORIS KARLOFF British actor who appeared in American films, most notably as the monster in Frankenstein (1931)

Loch Ness Spotting
Watching for the Loch Ness monster through a pair of binoculars

Entente - German View
England depicted as a monstrous spider seeking to entrap all western Europe in its web - only the U-boats of Germany defy the monster !

Scylla into Monster
A nymph beloved by the sea-god Glaucus, she arouses the jealousy of the witch Circe who turns her into a monster, her limbs changing into the heads of dogs !

The Minotaur - half man, half bull - is here depicted as bull up to the waist, man above the waist: most depictions are the other way round (bull head, mans body)

Gladstone Vs Land League
THE IRISH DEVIL-FISH " The Creature is formidable but there is a way of resisting it..(it) is vulnerable through the head"

United against Monster
United Against The Monster

Weber / Oberon / Liebig 4
Act two, scene nine : Reiza, shipwrecked by Puck but safe on shore, sings Ocean, thou mighty monster !

Monster Organ 1846
Barefoot street children and a girl with her hoop admire the Monster Organ paraded in the streets of London by Lodovico di Modena (Italy), while other buskers can t compete

FILMING KING KONG 1
The filming of KING KONG - special effects are required to assimilate the monster to his surroundings. 1 of 2

Maxim Project 1889
Hiram Maxims first flying machine - a monster which became less ungainly in subsequent models

Frankenstein
FRANKENSTEIN Frontispiece and Title Page to Mary Shelleys novel

Alexander & Monsters 3
Creatures encountered by Alexander the Great, king of Macedon, during his invasion of Asia 3 of 7 Date: circa 330 BC

Steam and Red Flag 1865
A steam-powered vehicle is preceded by a man with a red flag, to warn everyone of the on-coming monster

Hyginus / Hydra
HYDRA a fearsome monster

Dragon Hunt Series - 2
The knight kneels in a chapel, praying to the Virgin Mary for strength and courage in his forthcoming fight with the evil monster

Hesione Rescued
Hesione, daughter of Trojan ruler Laomedon, is chosen by lot to be sacrificed to a monster; luckily for her Herakles happens to be nearby, and he of course rescues her

Oedipus and Sphinx
Oedipus, subsequently king of Thebes, successfully solves the riddle of the Sphinx and then rids the country of the monster

Grendels Mother
Beowulf has an underwater fight with the mother of the monster Grendel

Beowulf & Aschere
Beowulf finds the severed head of his comrade Aschere (a victim of Grendel the monster)

Chariot Race
Depiction of a chariot race, with putti taking part in the upper panel, and a curious monster making his appearance at lower right

Irish Frankenstein
The Irish Frankenstein - Tenniel uses Mary Shelleys novel as an allegory of Irish politics - Parnell has created a monster that he cannot control

Hyginus / Pistrix
The constellation of PISTRIX, the sea monster

Dragon (Kircher)
A two-legged non-flying dragon, perceived as an animal species rather than an otherworldly monster

Fantasy Seamonster
A sea monster looks at a sailing ship

Spouting Sea Monster
A spouting marine monster with a spiny mane, seen in the Mediterranean

Folklore / Grand bete
The GRAND BETE (= Great Beast) is a scary monster of Berry, central France, usually in the form of a huge bull, though sometimes as a dog, hare or sheep - but always gigantic

Hyginus / Perseus
PERSEUS who rescued Andromeda from the monster and slew Medusa

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"Unveiling the Legends: Exploring the Monstrous Marvels of Myth and Cinema" An infamous image of the Loch Ness Monster emerges from the depths, captivating our imagination with its elusive presence. The Papyrus of Ani (Book of the Dead) - The Judgement reveals ancient beliefs surrounding monstrous creatures and their role in the afterlife. As a Kraken attacks a ship amidst a raging storm, fear grips sailors' hearts, reminding us of humanity's vulnerability against nature's colossal forces. Boris Karloff's haunting portrayal in James Whale's Bride of Frankenstein (1935) brings to life an iconic monster that continues to captivate audiences even today. A giant octopus stretches its tentacles across our screens, showcasing nature's incredible diversity and reminding us that they can come in unexpected forms. The enigmatic Loch Ness Monster resurfaces once again, leaving us pondering over its existence and fueling our fascination with mysterious creatures lurking beneath serene waters. GODZILLA roars onto the scene, embodying mankind's fearsome creations turned against them as we witness epic battles between towering monsters and human civilization. Lon Chaney mesmerizes audiences as he dons his chilling mask in Rupert Julian's The Phantom of the Opera (1925), revealing how monstrosity can be born out of tragedy and unrequited love. Amidst a tempestuous storm, a Kraken unleashes chaos upon unsuspecting ships, serving as a reminder that legends often find their origins within treacherous tales told by seafarers throughout history. Through enchanting silhouette animation in The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926), mythical beasts take center stage alongside heroes on daring quests, weaving together folklore and fantasy into one mesmerizing tale. The legendary Lochness Monster resurfaces yet again.