Snakes Collection (page 9)

The Fables of La Fontaine: The Countryman and the Serpent (engraving)
8669311 The Fables of La Fontaine: The Countryman and the Serpent (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Countryman and the Serpent)

St Paul and the Viper (engraving)
8663107 St Paul and the Viper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Paul and the Viper)

Illustration by Gustave Dore 1832-1883 French artist and illustrator for Paradise Lost by John Milton Book IX lines 434
2919896 Illustration by Gustave Dore 1832-1883 French artist and illustrator for Paradise Lost by John Milton Book IX lines 434 and 435 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection

Shopfront with an overhanging balcony, Pompeii. Woman pouring water into a basin in an open restaurant
FLO4688264 Shopfront with an overhanging balcony, Pompeii. Woman pouring water into a basin in an open restaurant. Walls decorated with mural of a serpent. Chromolithograph by D

Vipere rhinoceros. Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801), signed illustration SN
FLO4682137 Vipere rhinoceros. Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801), signed illustration SN, by Frederick Noder and George Shaw for the naturalist collection

The fairy Melusine. 16th century engraving
LSE4403211 The fairy Melusine. 16th century engraving.; Private Collection; (add.info.: The fairy Melusine. 16th century engraving.); Photo © Leonard de Selva

Greek mythology: Alecto, Erinye or infernal goddess of anger, fighting with snakes - Eau forte by Jacques Louis
FLO4679897 Greek mythology: Alecto, Erinye or infernal goddess of anger, fighting with snakes - Eau forte by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf, based on an illustration by Leonard Defrance (1735-1805)

Gorgon's head, from the Venus temple in Rome, marble, 2nd century AD, Vatican museums, Rome, Italy
6384430 Gorgon's head, from the Venus temple in Rome, marble, 2nd century AD, Vatican museums, Rome, Italy; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Vigilian or Albelda Codex. 10th c. Depiction of Adam and Eve at the original sin. Mozarabic art.;Preromanesque art
AIS5367372 Vigilian or Albelda Codex. 10th c. Depiction of Adam and Eve at the original sin. Mozarabic art.;Preromanesque art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Plaque of Saint Simeon the stylite (Symeon) (metal)
YOU4420004 Plaque of Saint Simeon the stylite (Symeon) (metal); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Plaque of Saint Simeon the stylite (Symeon), representing the saint at the top of his column

Representation of Krishna's life, Miniature taken from a manuscript of the Bhagavatapurana
AIS5361701 Representation of Krishna's life, Miniature taken from a manuscript of the Bhagavatapurana, 1793 (illuminated manuscript); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Youth of Mithridates VI of Pontus learning Mithridatism practice of protecting oneself against a poison by
ELD4963347 The Youth of Mithridates VI of Pontus learning Mithridatism practice of protecting oneself against a poison by gradually self-administering non-lethal amounts

Nordic mythology: The god Thor fighting Jormungand (Midgardsorm), the sea snake (Norse mythology)
ELD4958501 Nordic mythology: The god Thor fighting Jormungand (Midgardsorm), the sea snake (Norse mythology: Thor Battering the Midgard Serpent)

Nordic mythology: representation of Loki, the wolf Fenrir (Fenrisulfr or Fenris) and Jormungand
ELD4958632 Nordic mythology: representation of Loki, the wolf Fenrir (Fenrisulfr or Fenris) and Jormungand, the serpent of Midgard (Norse mythology)

Amphisbaena of Suriname (Amphisbaena sp.), reptile apode of South America. Illustration by Maria Sybilla Merian
FLO4687665 Amphisbaena of Suriname (Amphisbaena sp.), reptile apode of South America. Illustration by Maria Sybilla Merian

Festival in honour of the Serpent God (centered around Ouidah, Benin). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio
FLO4620026 Festival in honour of the Serpent God (centered around Ouidah, Benin). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

St. Matthew, Anglo-Saxon miniature
PT23650 St. Matthew, Anglo-Saxon miniature; Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria

Laocoon Group, the Trojan priest of Apollo, Laocoon, dies with his two children by two snakes
YOU4418725 Laocoon Group, the Trojan priest of Apollo, Laocoon, dies with his two children by two snakes, Marble sculpture of Rhodians Agesander, Athenodore and Polyhorus, 2nd or 1st century BC

Symbol of the free masonry: the Serpent Ouroboros (Ourobouros), the Delta or Divine Triangle
FGL5492092 Symbol of the free masonry: the Serpent Ouroboros (Ourobouros), the Delta or Divine Triangle (geometric representation of triplicity) and the divine eye with the sun

A serbian Fairy Tale: A Castle, 1916 (w/c on paper)
PNH351971 A serbian Fairy Tale: A Castle, 1916 (w/c on paper) by Dulac, Edmund (1882-1953); 38.2x38.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Peter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London

Religious cult under ancient Greece: the oracle of Delphi in its sanctuary
ELD4846605 Religious cult under ancient Greece: the oracle of Delphi in its sanctuary, the pythia during the consultation made the oracle of the god Apollo

The Angel of Splendours, 1894 (oil on canvas)
XIR221329 The Angel of Splendours, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Delville, Jean (1867-1953); 130x151 cm; Private Collection

Eve, 1896 (pastel on paper)
XIR181261 Eve, 1896 (pastel on paper) by Levy-Dhurmer, Lucien (1865-1953); Private Collection

Hon Son Pit Viper
Phat Dao Tan

Full Defensive Position
Fauzan Maududdin

Rhino rat snake
Phat Dao Tan

Snake
Serdaldeniz

Friendship
Tantoyensen

Guilty pleasure
Robert Girmencea

Not from this world
Dennis Mohrmann

Watching you
Kutub Uddin

Viper Blue
Edy Pamungkas

Blue Demon
Shikhei Goh

Painted Bronzeback
Phat Dao Tan

In Vacuum
DDiArte was inspired by the work of "Laocoonte", a Vatican statue, as a starting point to carry out this work, giving it a new perspective on current issues of our society.. DDiArte

the end
Joerg Sannwald

Puffing snake
Milan Zygmunt

Eastern green mamba {Dendroaspis angusticeps} Arabuko-Sokoke forest, Kenya

Trimeresurus albolabris
Phat Dao Tan

From The Dark
Shikhei Goh

Dark Evil
Shikhei Goh

Cut
Peter Pfeiffer

Spitting cobra
Jeffrey C. Sink

European Roller caught a snake
Yun Wang

Body Full Of Dew
Tantoyensen

Alert
Shikhei Goh

Noah's Ark, leaf from Book of Hours, c1465-1470. Creator: Unknown
Noah's Ark, leaf from Book of Hours, c1465-1470. The animals boarding the ark two-by-two

The Tale of the Man in the Well from the Iyar-i Danish (Touchstone of Wisdom)... late 10th cent. Creator: Unknown
The Tale of the Man in the Well from the Iyar-i Danish (Touchstone of Wisdom) of Abu al-Fazl, late 10th century AH/AD late 16th century

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"Exploring the Enigmatic World of Snakes: From Africa's Black Mamba to Brazil's Rainbow Boa" Get ready to slither into the captivating world of snakes. 🐍✨ In this photo, we have a stunning image (Picture No. 10854827) showcasing the awe-inspiring beauty and power of one of Africa's most feared creatures - the Black Mamba snake. With its sleek black scales and lightning-fast speed, this venomous serpent commands respect in its natural habitat. Speaking of iconic images, let us not forget Novgorod Icon's Last Judgement painting (tempera on wood), where a snake symbolizes temptation and evil lurking within humanity. This depiction reminds us that they have long held symbolic significance across cultures. But not all they can menacing; some captivate with their mesmerizing patterns like the Royal/Ball Python found in Africa or even their striking albino mutation (Africa). These gentle giants showcase nature's artistic flair through their intricate markings and vibrant colors. When it comes to danger warnings, nothing catches our attention quite like a Rattlesnake Warning Sign. Found in various regions worldwide, these signs serve as reminders to tread carefully while exploring nature’s wonders. Venturing further into South America brings us face-to-face with Brazil's enchanting Rainbow Boa. Its iridescent scales shimmer like a kaleidoscope under sunlight – truly an exquisite sight. Did you know that even celebrities couldn't resist being part of snake-related scenes? Back in 1965, actress Diana Rigg graced our screens as she fearlessly encountered serpents during her role in The Avengers television programme. A testament to both her acting prowess and bravery. While we're discussing reptiles, let’s take a moment for Komodo Dragons (Varanus komodoensis). Although they aren't technically classified as snakes but rather lizards, these colossal creatures deserve recognition for their sheer size and dominance in their native habitat.