Spiralling Collection

Maple seed flight path. Multi-flash photo composition of a maple seed (Acer sp.) spinning as it falls. Maple seeds are attached to the tree in pairs

Ammonite fossil. Ammonites are extinct marine invertebrates. They first appeared in the Late Silurian to Early Devonian period (around 400 million years ago)

Black hole, computer artwork. Planets, moons, stars, radiation and other matter are all spiralling into the black hole, dragged by immense gravitational forces

Moth proboscis, SEM
Moth proboscis. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the coiled proboscis of a moth (order Lepidoptera). The proboscis is an elongated part of the mouth

Artificial intelligence, artwork
Artificial intelligence, conceptual computer artwork

Nautilus shell. Section through the shell of a nautilus (Nautilus sp.), revealing its spiral structure and chambers (camerae). The nautilus is a marine cephalopod related to the squid

Ammonite. Polished sectioned ammonite fossil. Ammonites are extinct marine invertebrates. They first appeared in the Late Silurian to Early Devonian period (around 400 million years ago)

Strange attractor, artwork
Strange attractor, computer artwork

Triangulum galaxy (M33), ultraviolet image. This spiral galaxy, also known as the Pinwheel galaxy, is a member of the Local Group of galaxies

Chaos waves, artwork
Chaos waves, computer artwork. Chaotic systems are systems that look random but aren t. They are actually deterministic systems (predictable if you have enough information) governed by physical laws

Grape tendril, SEM
Grape tendril. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a curled grape (Vitis sp.) tendril. Tendrils are specialised thread-like stems or leaves that are used by climbing plants for support

Spiral staircase outside Perlan, a modern building housing the Saga Museum, Reykjavik, Iceland, Polar Regions

Spiralling Wings Memorial to Airstrip B-82, Keent
The airstrip here, in the old forelands of the Ms at Keent, was made by the Germans as an emergency landing field but never used by them

Shell, X-ray

Advert for Foxs spiral puttees 1899
Foxs new patent spiral puttee, spiralling from the ankle to the knee. Date: 1899

ENT9713WT018
The spiral walkway of the Round Tower in Copenhagen

DNA, computer artwork. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) consists of two strands (yellow) of sugar phosphates forming a double helix

Helicoprion, with ammonites
Helicoprion. Artwork of the prehistoric shark Helicoprion swimming among ammonites. This genus of shark existed from the late Carboniferous period (280 million years ago)

Organ of Corti, inner ear, SEM
Organ of Corti. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the organ of Corti from the cochlea of the inner ear. The bony capsule that encloses the organ has been removed to reveal the organs

Spirochete bacteria, TEM
Spirochete bacteria, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). Spirochetes are bacteria with helically coiled cells

Singapore, Singapore, Raffles Place. Spiral incense coils with city skyline in background at Wak Hai Cheng Bio Temple

Illustration of black hole

Genetic research, conceptual image C014 / 1256
Genetic research. Conceptual image of a molecular model of a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) being held on a human hand

Syphilis bacteria, artwork C016 / 8956
Syphilis bacteria. Computer artwork of the spirochaete bacteria Treponema pallidum, which cause syphilis. Syphilis is usually sexually transmitted

Genetic research, conceptual image C014 / 1255
Genetic research. Conceptual image of a molecular model of a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) being examined through a magnifying glass

Financial storm, conceptual artwork C014 / 0684
Financial storm, conceptual computer artwork

DNA hybrid duplex, molecular model. This model shows a chimeric junction, where a DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) strand changes from one form to another

Buttercup stem, SEM
Buttercup stem. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the stem of a buttercup (Ranunculus sp.) plant

Pre-planetary nebula, HST image C013 / 5017
Pre-planetary nebula. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of the pre-planetary nebula IRAS 23166+1655 (spiral at left). Behind the spiral of gas is thought to be a binary star system

Metal coil

Snail shell

Stellar formation
Star formation. Image 1 of 2. Artwork of a cloud of gas and dust coalescing during the formation of a star. Stars form when gas clouds contract under their own gravity

X-ray sources in M74, Chandra image
X-ray sources (red) in the spiral galaxy M74, composite of optical and Chandra X-ray telescope images. The sources are mostly black holes

Wasting money, conceptual image

Spiral galaxy NGC 7331. Spitzer Space Telescope infrared image of the spiral galaxy NGC 7331. This galaxy lies around 50 million light years from Earth in the constellation Pegasus

Light trails. Abstract pattern of trailing lights on an aeroplane. This effect was produced by moving the camera during a long exposure photograph

Coiled sausage on a plate

Syphilis bacteria, artwork

Helicobacter pylori bacterium, artwork

Cosmic wave, artwork
Cosmic wave, conceptual computer artwork. Spinning black hole dragging the fabric of space and time into its centre

DNA, conceptual computer artwork. Deoxyribonucleic acid is the molecule that controls the growth, development and functioning of all living things

Spiral galaxy M101, Hubble Space Telescope image. M101 is also known as the Pinwheel Galaxy. It lies around 25 million light years from Earth in the constellation Ursa Major

DNA molecule (down right), computer artwork. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) consists of two strands of sugar phosphates forming a double helix (spiral)

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Spiralling: Unveiling the Mysteries of Nature's Dance" Nature's intricate choreography unfolds as we explore the captivating phenomenon of spiralling. From the mesmerizing flight path of a maple seed to the enigmatic pull of a black hole, this captivating journey takes us through various realms. Delicate and precise, like an artist's brushstroke, a moth proboscis under SEM reveals its spiral structure. As if guided by artificial intelligence, nature creates breathtaking artwork that mirrors our own human creations. The ammonite and nautilus shell showcase Mother Earth's ancient fascination with spirals—a testament to their timeless allure. Just like celestial bodies trapped in cosmic whirlpools, these shells echo the mysteries hidden within black holes. Intriguingly chaotic yet harmonious, strange attractor artwork draws us into its hypnotic embrace. Much like how galaxies such as Triangulum (M33) gracefully spin through space-time, chaos waves ripple across artistic landscapes. Zooming closer into nature's canvas reveals unexpected beauty—an intricate grape tendril captured under SEM unveils its elegant spiral architecture. It reminds us that even in small details lies profound complexity waiting to be discovered. Spiralling is not just a physical phenomenon; it symbolizes life itself—ever-evolving and constantly moving forward while leaving traces behind. Whether it be in science or art, spirals captivate our imagination and remind us of the interconnectedness woven throughout existence. So let us embark on this enchanting voyage where we unravel secrets held within spirals—where maple seeds dance on air currents and black holes devour light—to witness nature’s symphony unfold before our eyes.