Ostrich Egg Collection

Cape fox, Vulpes chama (Cama fox, Vulpes caama). With ostrich egg. Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich
FLO4719641 Cape fox, Vulpes chama (Cama fox, Vulpes caama). With ostrich egg. Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History

Ostrich farm, Hot Springs, Ark. between 1880 and 1930. Creator: Unknown
Ostrich farm, Hot Springs, Ark. between 1880 and 1930

The International Exhibition: cups made of ostrich eggs, in the Algerian Court, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: cups made of ostrich eggs, in the Algerian Court, 1862. The cups which we engrave may be classed amongst the curious works which wo have rarely the opportunity of

Ostrich Farm at Los Angeles, California, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Ostrich Farm at Los Angeles, California, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Still Life with Ostrich Egg Cup and the Whitfield Heirlooms, c. 1670. [The Whitfield Cup, made from an ostrich egg, was designed in England by John Spilman in 1590]

Ostrich Cup, London, 1590. Creator: John Spilman
Ostrich Cup, London, 1590

The Ninth of Thermidor, or the English Surprise... 1795
The Ninth of Thermidor, or the English Surprise, to Honest People of All Countries (Le Neuf Thermidor ou la surprise angloise, aux honnetes gens to tous le pays), fructidor l an 3e, 1795

Engraved ostrich egg, c. mid 6th century BC (ostrich egg)
2641841 Engraved ostrich egg, c.mid 6th century BC (ostrich egg) by Etruscan, (6th century BC); height: 15.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sculpted in shallow raised relief)

Vessel in the Form of an Ostrich Egg, New Kingdom, c. 1540-1296 BC (travertine)
490736 Vessel in the Form of an Ostrich Egg, New Kingdom, c.1540-1296 BC (travertine) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); 8.6x8.2x8.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Two N!!S hunter-gatherers make a bark carrier for an ostrich egg, which will be used as a water container. The N!!S are a part of the San people, often referred to as Bushmen

Abandoned Ostrich Eggs In The Desert, Namaqualand National Park; South Africa

Mali, Dogon Country, Koundu. A small settlement built among rocks near the Dogon village of Koundu. Dwellings have flat roofs while granaries to store millet have pitched thatched roofs

Illustration of pair of Egyptian vultures (Neophron percnopterus) dropping stones on ostrich eggs to crack them open

Ostrich eggs, close-up

Collection of various large and small bird eggs

Libyan peoples, 17th century
Libyan peoples. 17th-century artwork showing Libyans (men and a child) crossing the desert on camels (top) and Libyan women (with a child) gathering fish and ostrich eggs (bottom)

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"Exploring the Fascinating History and Beauty of Ostrich Eggs" Step back in time to 1888 at the Ostrich Farm in Los Angeles, California, where an unknown creator captured the essence of these magnificent creatures. In a still life painting from around 1670, witness the elegance of an ostrich egg cup alongside the Whitfield Heirlooms, showcasing their timeless appeal. Traveling to London in 1590, John Spilman's creation mesmerizes with an exquisite Ostrich Cup that reflects craftsmanship and sophistication. Delve into history as we uncover "The Ninth of Thermidor, " a surprising English masterpiece from 1795 that highlights the significance of ostrich eggs. Marvel at an engraved ostrich egg dating back to the mid-6th century BC, reminding us of ancient civilizations' artistic prowess and attention to detail. Transport yourself further into antiquity with a vessel shaped like an ostrich egg from Egypt's New Kingdom (c. 1540-1296 BC), crafted meticulously out of travertine stone. Witness two skilled hunter-gatherers crafting a bark carrier for an ostrich egg - a testament to human ingenuity and resourcefulness throughout time. Nature reveals its wonders as abandoned ostrich eggs grace Namaqualand National Park in South Africa's desert landscape - remnants of life's cycles unfolding. Journeying through Mali's Dogon Country brings forth cultural richness intertwined with symbolism surrounding these majestic eggs - stories waiting to be told. Illustrations depict Egyptian vultures skillfully cracking open ostrich eggs using stones; marvel at nature's intelligence and adaptability on full display. Finally, zooming in on close-ups captures every intricate detail adorning these remarkable ovals - nature’s masterpieces encapsulated within each shell.