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Snake Charming Collection

Snake charming is an ancient and captivating art form that continues to mesmerize audiences around the world

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: The Cobra and the Snake Charmer (engraving)

The Cobra and the Snake Charmer (engraving)
8639602 The Cobra and the Snake Charmer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cobra and the Snake Charmer)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Snake-Charmers (b/w photo)

Snake-Charmers (b/w photo)
8649207 Snake-Charmers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snake-Charmers)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: An Indian Snake Charmer (colour litho)

An Indian Snake Charmer (colour litho)
8644941 An Indian Snake Charmer (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Indian Snake Charmer)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Burma: Snake Charmers with Hamadryads, Kuy Cobras (b/w photo)

Burma: Snake Charmers with Hamadryads, Kuy Cobras (b/w photo)
8646138 Burma: Snake Charmers with Hamadryads, Kuy Cobras (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snake Charmers with Hamadryads, Kuy Cobras)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: The Serpent-Charmers at the Gardens of the Zoological Society, Regent's-Park, 1850. Creator: Pearson

The Serpent-Charmers at the Gardens of the Zoological Society, Regent's-Park, 1850. Creator: Pearson
The Serpent-Charmers at the Gardens of the Zoological Society, Regent's-Park, [London], 1850. These remarkable persons...state that they are of the tribe called Rufaiah

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: A snake charmer handles his snake on a street in Rawalpindi

A snake charmer handles his snake on a street in Rawalpindi, Pakistan February 28, 2018. REUTERS/Caren Firouz

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment)

Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment)
7309980 Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment) by Bagge, Halvor (1866-1939); 33(maximum) cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: The Snake Charmer (colour litho)

The Snake Charmer (colour litho)
7168979 The Snake Charmer (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Snake Charmer. Illustration for Chatterbox (1916).); © Look and Learn

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: The snake charmer (litho)

The snake charmer (litho)
7171064 The snake charmer (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The snake charmer. Illustration for The World and its People, a Comprehensive Tour of All Lands)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Indians (chromolitho)

Indians (chromolitho)
7149447 Indians (chromolitho) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indians. Illustration from Native Life in Distant Lands (George Philip & Sons, London, and Philip)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: The Snake Charmer (colour litho)

The Snake Charmer (colour litho)
7181975 The Snake Charmer (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Snake Charmer)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Indian snake-charmer (engraving)

Indian snake-charmer (engraving)
7192403 Indian snake-charmer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian snake-charmer)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Performing Snake-Charmers at Cairo (engraving)

Performing Snake-Charmers at Cairo (engraving)
1623090 Performing Snake-Charmers at Cairo (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performing Snake-Charmers at Cairo)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: The English Occupation of Egypt, Sketches in Cairo (engraving)

The English Occupation of Egypt, Sketches in Cairo (engraving)
1622424 The English Occupation of Egypt, Sketches in Cairo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The English Occupation of Egypt, Sketches in Cairo)

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Caffe-concerto: snake charmer (chromolitho)

Caffe-concerto: snake charmer (chromolitho)
1093222 Caffe-concerto: snake charmer (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caffe-concerto: snake charmer. Liebig educational card.); © Look and Learn

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Snake charmer. Village. Fatehpur Sikri. Bharatpur. Rajasthan. India

Snake charmer. Village. Fatehpur Sikri. Bharatpur. Rajasthan. India

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Source Size = 2205 x 1388

Source Size = 2205 x 1388
SNAKE-CHARMER. Snake charming is the practice of pretending to hypnotise a snake by playing an instrument. Egypt, engraving 1879

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Source Size = 2205 x 1388

Source Size = 2205 x 1388
SNAKE-CHARMER. Snake charming is the practice of pretending to hypnotise a snake by playing an instrument. Egypt, engraving 1879

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Snake charmer, Place Jemaa El Fna, Marrakesh, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Snake charmer, Place Jemaa El Fna, Marrakesh, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Snake charmer on the waterfront

Snake charmer on the waterfront, Colombo, Sri Lanka, Asia

Background imageSnake Charming Collection: Snake charmer

Snake charmer, Delhi, India, Asia


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Snake charming is an ancient and captivating art form that continues to mesmerize audiences around the world. In a bustling street in Rawalpindi, a skilled snake charmer fearlessly handles his slithering companion, showcasing their unique bond. The serpent gracefully moves to the rhythm of the charmer's enchanting tunes, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle. The allure extends beyond modern times, as evidenced by a replica figurine of a Snake Goddess from 1903-06. Crafted with ceramic and pigment, this exquisite artwork pays homage to the mystical connection between humans and serpents throughout history. Various lithographs depict this enthralling practice in vivid detail. "The Snake Charmer" litho showcases vibrant colors that bring life to the scene while capturing the essence of this age-old tradition. Another lithograph titled "Indian snake-charmer" transports us into an engraved world where these performers command both respect and fascination. From Cairo to India, snake charmers have left their mark on different cultures worldwide. Engravings such as "Performing Snake-Charmers at Cairo" and "The English Occupation of Egypt: Sketches in Cairo" offer glimpses into how this captivating art form has transcended borders. Even chromolithos capture the magic surrounding snake charming; one titled "Indians" immerses viewers in a colorful portrayal of these performers against a backdrop reminiscent of Indian culture. Meanwhile, another chromolitho called "Caffe-concerto: snake charmer" invites us into an atmospheric café where melodies intertwine with exotic snakes' movements. In Fatehpur Sikri village within Bharatpur, Rajasthan (India), we witness yet another remarkable display by a brave snake charmer handling his reptilian partner with utmost skill and gracefulness. This snapshot encapsulates not only their performance but also highlights how deeply rooted this tradition remains within local communities. Snake charming stands as more than just a street performance.