Serpents Collection

Snake charmer playing flute-like instrument, snake emerging from basket in front

LAMBTON WORM
The Lambton heir kills the loathsome worm, but is cursed because he fails to kill the first living thing he then meets - his own father!

Fuxi and Nuwa, found in the tombs of Astana Cemetery, Turfan (painted silk)
LSE3512892 Fuxi and Nuwa, found in the tombs of Astana Cemetery, Turfan (painted silk) by Chinese School (7th century); National Museum, Seoul

The Head of Medusa, ca. 1618. Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640). Oil on canvas, 68.5 x 118 cm

Mariner, Watersnakes
The Mariner, the dead albatross slung round his neck, watches the sea snakes and blesses them as living things in his desolate world

The Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (etching)
BEN208710 The Knight, Death and the Devil, 1513 (etching) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 19x24.5 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: The Christian knight)

Art Greek. Hellenistic. The Statue of Lacoon (Laacoonte). 2
Art Greek. Hellenistic. Statue of Lacoon and his sons (Antiphates and Thymbraeus). The sculpture is attributed by three sculptors from the island of Rhodes. Agesander, Athenedores and Polydorus

Snake Tattoo
The latest craze for feminine beauty is the tattooing of the back with serpents, butterflies, etc. This picture was taken in a London salon. Date: 1929

Circe does Magic
doing magic with spirits and serpents

Sea Serpents Exist
SEA SERPENTS DO EXIST !

Lucanian Calyx-Krater, c. 400 BC (earthenware)
1761950 Lucanian Calyx-Krater, c.400 BC (earthenware) by Policoro Painter (5th-4th Century BC); 50.5x49.9 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund; Italian, out of copyright

Nehushtan held by two hands emerging from clouds publisher's or printer's device used by Apud Vincentium
5669019 Nehushtan held by two hands emerging from clouds publisher's or printer's device used by Apud Vincentium Valgrisium in Venice during the 16th century; (add.info)

Labantsiksa, shaman of the Khorintzi Buryats people of Siberia. She wears a helmet with antlers
FLO4723139 Labantsiksa, shaman of the Khorintzi Buryats people of Siberia. She wears a helmet with antlers, leather dress decorated with bells, a cape with three entwined serpents

God sent a plague of serpents to punish Israelites for their disobedience, 1804 (engraving)
535403 God sent a plague of serpents to punish Israelites for their disobedience, 1804 (engraving); (add.info.: God sent a plague of serpents to punish Israelites for their disobedience)

Krishna Subdues Kaliya, c1800. Creator: Unknown
Krishna Subdues Kaliya, c1800. One of young Krishna's most popular feats in Vraja is his triumph over the serpent Kaliya who polluted the Yamuna River

The Serpent Goddess Manasa, c.900. Creator: Unknown
The Serpent Goddess Manasa, c.900

Serpent Deities, 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Serpent Deities, 9th century

Envy, c1587. Creator: Jacob Matham
Envy, c1587. Series: The Vices, plate 5

Serpents, Fly Agarics and Thistles, mid-17th century. Creator: Paolo Porpora
Serpents, Fly Agarics and Thistles, mid-17th century

Medea Destroying Jason's Family and Home, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Medea Destroying Jason's Family and Home, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 67

Antiquites de la Grande-Grece (volume I), published 1804. Creators: Francesco Piranesi, Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Antiquites de la Grande-Grece (volume I), published 1804. Antiquities of Greater Greece

Sketch for the Sainte-Elisabeth church (3rd arrondissement of Paris): The Last Judgment, 1843. Creator: Adolphe Roger
Sketch for the Sainte-Elisabeth church (3rd arrondissement of Paris): The Last Judgment, 1843. The Righteous go to their eternal reward in heaven, while the Accursed are condemned to Hell

Moses and Aaron before Pharaoh, with the Rods Turned into Serpents. Creator: Luigi Ademollo
Moses and Aaron before Pharaoh, with the Rods Turned into Serpents

God Shiva Nude Pose, Miniature Painting on Paper
3609783 God Shiva Nude Pose, Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Lord Shiva Shanker Miniature Painting on Paper
3609889 Lord Shiva Shanker Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

God Shiva in Ardnarees Wear Roop, Miniature Painting on Paper
3609785 God Shiva in Ardnarees Wear Roop, Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Lord Shiva Shanker Parvati Miniature Painting on Paper
3609895 Lord Shiva Shanker Parvati Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Rajrajeswer (Lord Shiva Shanker) Miniature Painting on Paper
3609896 Rajrajeswer (Lord Shiva Shanker) Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Lord Shiva Shanker Miniature Painting on Paper
3609891 Lord Shiva Shanker Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Ancient Egypt, Wall painting, Uraeus serpents guarding the shrine of Osiris, Tomb of Sennedjem, Thebes, Deir el Medna
3476232 Ancient Egypt, Wall painting, Uraeus serpents guarding the shrine of Osiris, Tomb of Sennedjem, Thebes, Deir el Medna, 19th dynasty (photo); (add.info.: Ancient Egypt, Wall painting)

Electric Permanent Waving Machine 1928
A permanent electric waving machine, medusa, Serpents, exhibited at the Hairdressers Annual Exhibition. Date: 1928

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A split shot of a venomous banded yellowlip sea snake, Laticauda colubrina, also known as a sea krait, cruusing over a shallow reef in the Philippines with a palm tree covered island above

Dragons - Tournai font at All Saints Church, East Meon
A close-up detailed view of the dark limestone Tournai font at All Saints Church, East Meon, Hampshire. Likely a gift from Bishop Henry de Blois

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Campesino, defiende con las armas al gobierno que te dio la tierra (Farmer, defend with arms the government that gave the land to you). Poster. SPAIN. Barcelona

Mythical Sea Serpent
A huge sea serpent attacking a ship

Francis, Duke of Anjou and Alencon, 1555-1584. Francois, Duc d'Alencon
5913159 Francis, Duke of Anjou and Alencon, 1555-1584. Francois, Duc d'Alencon. In lace ruff collar, ermine lined cape and doublet. Frame decorated with theatrical masks and snakes

Head of Medusa, 1630 (marble)
2562005 Head of Medusa, 1630 (marble) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Le Sucuruyuba ou Boa aquatique, Eunectis murinus (engraving)
3645338 Le Sucuruyuba ou Boa aquatique, Eunectis murinus (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Sucuruyuba ou Boa aquatique, Eunectis murinus)

Perseus with the Head of Medusa, 1804-6 (marble)
3493041 Perseus with the Head of Medusa, 1804-6 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); 242.6 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: In Greek mythology)

Perseus and Medusa (oil on board)
CH198685 Perseus and Medusa (oil on board) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820) (attr. to); Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Knight, Death, and the Devil, 1513 (engraving)
4071439 Knight, Death, and the Devil, 1513 (engraving) by Durer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24.6x18.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: The Christian knight)

Then Perseus held aloft the Gorgons head, illustration for How Perseus came Home again
IL193703 Then Perseus held aloft the Gorgons head, illustration for How Perseus came Home again, from The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales, by Charles Kingsley (1819-75) (colour litho) by Davie

Laocoon (litho)
964695 Laocoon (litho) by Titian (Tiziano Vecelli) (c.1488-1576) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laocoon, c1540. Illustration from Die Karikatur der europaischen Volker vom Altertum bis zur)

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"Unraveling the Mysteries: A Captivating Journey into the World of Serpents" The Lambton Worm: Tales of a legendary serpent that haunted the town, captivating imaginations for centuries. Mesmerizing Melodies: Witness a snake charmer playing a flute-like instrument, as a mesmerized serpent emerges from its basket in front. The Gorgon's Curse: Behold the terrifying Head of Medusa, whose gaze turned all who looked upon her to stone. Mariner's Encounter: Sailors beware. Explore the treacherous watersnakes that lurk beneath the surface, ready to strike at any moment. Ancient Silk Secrets: Discover Fuxi and Nuwa, painted silk depictions found in Astana Cemetery's tombs in Turfan, revealing ancient beliefs about serpents. Enigmatic Artistry: Dive into "The Knight, Death and the Devil, " an intriguing etching from 1513 depicting serpentine symbolism intertwined with mortality and courage. Greek Masterpiece Unveiled: Marvel at "The Statue of Laocoön, " an exquisite Hellenistic artwork capturing both beauty and agony as serpents coil around their prey. Circe's Spellbinding Sorcery: Step into mythology as Circe performs her enchantments with snakes slithering by her side – magic entwined with these mysterious creatures. Sea Serpent Chronicles: Delve into compelling evidence suggesting sea serpents exist beyond folklore and imagination – unlocking secrets hidden within our vast oceans. Timeless Pottery Treasures: Admire the Lucanian Calyx-Krater dating back to 400 BC; its earthenware showcases intricate snake motifs symbolizing rebirth and transformation. Inked Elegance on Skin Canvas: Snake tattoos have long fascinated individuals seeking symbolism ranging from protection to wisdom – a captivating form of self-expression.