Trunked Animals Collection

Pyrrhus Gaius Fabricius Luscinus elephant Roman consul Gaius Fabritius Luscinus visits
Pyrrhus shows Gaius Fabricius Luscinus an elephant, The Roman consul Gaius Fabritius Luscinus visits King Pyrrhus for peace negotiations, with whom the Romans were at war

Allegorical elephant Tomus Sixtus title object
Allegorical show with an elephant Tomus Sixtus (title on object), Landscape with four putti, who are involved in catching birds and fish, around an allegorical female figure with a spear at a cannon

Hare elephant full moon water source trunked animals
Hare and elephant with full moon at a water source, trunked animals: elephant, rodents: hers, spring (fluids extracted from the earth), full moon, Jan Luyken, Amsterdam, 1693, paper, etching

ignorant seekers series title object Two Korean boys
The ignorant seekers (series title on object), Two Korean boys are sitting in front of a large white elephant in a boat. Sojo could be a king from western China, but it is not depicted on the print

Thai landscape figures Image clothing Siammers
Thai landscape with figures Image of the clothing of the Siammers, View of a Thai landscape in which in the foreground a man with folded hands bows before a man with a top hat

Elephant l Elefant Femelle title object trunked animals
Elephant l Elefant Femelle (title on object), trunked animals: elephant, Barent de Bakker (mentioned on object), 1762 - 1804, paper, engraving, h 204 mm × w 167 mm

Alexander II Zabinas dressed Bacchus elephant Tokens
Alexander II Zabinas dressed as Bacchus on an elephant Tokens by Alexander Sabina (title on object), Below this representation the display of eight tokens

Procession elephants music fireworks occasion
Procession on elephants with music and fireworks on the occasion of the wedding of the daughter of the governor of Suratte, Print marked upper right: III. Partie Pag

Elephants spray themselves water river Wassching der Elefanten
Elephants spray themselves with water in a river Wassching der Elefanten, Print upper right: II Volume Folio 161, trunked animals: elephant, river, Jan Luyken (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1682

Female personification Asia presented woman turban sitting
Female personification of Asia presented as woman with turban sitting on elephant Asia exanimata svspirans (title on object) Four continents (series title)

Dutch landscape with an elephant and supervisor, Elias Stark, 1886

Hare and elephant with a full moon near a spring, Jan Luyken, Aart Wolsgrein, 1693

Elephant tramples his keeper, Jan Luyken, 1682

Female personification of Asia represented as a woman with turban sitting on an elephant, Cornelis van Dalen (II), 1648-1664

Allegory of the East Indies, Jan Caspar Philips, 1771

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"Trunked Animals: A Fascinating Journey through History and Art" Embark on a captivating journey as we delve into the world of trunked animals. Our first stop takes us back to ancient Rome, where Pyrrhus Gaius Fabricius Luscinus, a Roman consul, encounters an awe-inspiring elephant during his visit. This encounter sparks curiosity and admiration for these magnificent creatures. Moving forward in time, we stumble upon an allegorical elephant named Tomus Sixtus, serving as a title object that symbolizes power and strength. In another tale, a hare witnesses the majestic sight of elephants gathering around a water source under the enchanting glow of a full moon. The ignorant seekers series introduces us to two Korean boys who embark on an adventure to discover more about trunked animals. Their quest leads them to Thailand's breathtaking landscape adorned with figures dressed in traditional Siammers clothing. Alongside this picturesque scenery lies the image of a distinguished Siamese corpse floating down the river. Elephant enthusiasts will be thrilled by "Elephant l Elefant Femelle, " where these incredible creatures take center stage once again. Alexander II Zabinas dresses up as Bacchus while riding an elephant, showcasing tokens of grandeur during processions filled with music and fireworks. Witnessing elephants spray themselves with water along the riverbanks becomes an unforgettable experience captured in "Wassching der Elefanten. " Meanwhile, Asia is personified through a woman wearing a turban sitting gracefully as she is presented before our eyes. Intriguingly enough, even Dutch landscapes have been graced by elephants throughout history. One such example is depicted in Elias Stark's 1886 painting titled "Dutch Landscape with an Elephant and Supervisor, " offering us insight into how these magnificent beings transcended borders and cultures. Join us on this mesmerizing journey through time as we explore various aspects - from their encounters with historical figures to their presence in art and landscapes.