Bestial Collection

Detail of an animal head carving, from a sledge found with the Oseberg ship (wood)
KND176630 Detail of an animal head carving, from a sledge found with the Oseberg ship (wood) by Viking, (9th century); Viking Ship Museum, Oslo, Norway

Carving depicting the Judensau, c. 1440 (stone)
3609716 Carving depicting the Judensau, c.1440 (stone) by German School, (15th century); Stadtkirche St. Marien, Wittenberg, Germany; Bildarchiv Foto Marburg

193-0082163 Look how solemn they are!, plate 63 of Los caprichos, 1799 (etching)
IND81682 193-0082163 Look how solemn they are!, plate 63 of Los caprichos, 1799 (etching) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 21.5x16.3 cm; Private Collection; Index Fototeca

Allegory of Love Conquering Lust (oil on canvas)
1254388 Allegory of Love Conquering Lust (oil on canvas) by Garzi, Luigi (1638-1721); 75.7x62.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Pan and Selene (oil on panel)
867519 Pan and Selene (oil on panel) by Aachen, Johann or Hans von (1552-1616); 40x49.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

The Monkey and the Whip (woodcut)
397429 The Monkey and the Whip (woodcut) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Satyr and Maenad, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438529 Satyr and Maenad, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

A Satyr pressing Grapes with a Tiger and Leopard, c. 1618 (oil on panel)
1216782 A Satyr pressing Grapes with a Tiger and Leopard, c.1618 (oil on panel) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 33.4x24.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The Coat of Arms of Death, 1503, from reproduction in Albrecht Duerer Kupferstiche
LLM438689 The Coat of Arms of Death, 1503, from reproduction in Albrecht Duerer Kupferstiche, published 1920 (digitaly enhanced image) by Durer or Duerer

A horse and ostrich and a wildcat and wild man (oil on canvas laid down on board)
LST379821 A horse and ostrich and a wildcat and wild man (oil on canvas laid down on board) by Savery, Roelandt Jacobsz (1576-1639) (follower of); Private Collection; (add.info.: left)

Detail of the left-hand panel, from the Triptych of the Temptation of St. Anthony
XIR177818 Detail of the left-hand panel, from the Triptych of the Temptation of St. Anthony (oil on panel) (detail of 159327) by Bosch

St. Stanislas (1030-79) watching the punishment of unfaithful wives as commanded
XIR174660 St. Stanislas (1030-79) watching the punishment of unfaithful wives as commanded by King Boleslas II (1039-81) panel from the Altarpiece of St

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"Unleashing the Beast: Exploring the Fascinating World Imagery" Delve into a captivating journey through time and art, where animalistic motifs intertwine with human existence. From ancient carvings to modern masterpieces, these diverse depictions of bestiality reveal humanity's complex relationship with the animal kingdom. Gaze upon a mesmerizing detail of an animal head carving discovered alongside the legendary Oseberg ship, its intricate craftsmanship showcasing our ancestors' reverence for nature's creatures. Marvel at a stone carving from 1440 depicting the enigmatic Judensau, an allegory steeped in controversy and symbolism. Step into Francisco Goya's world as he challenges societal norms with his etching "Look how solemn they are. " A thought-provoking piece that forces us to question our own behavior and conformity. Witness love conquering lust in an oil on canvas masterpiece, where allegories come alive and emotions blend seamlessly. Experience the raw power captured in woodcut form by Franz Marc's "Dumb-driven Cattle, " evoking both empathy and awe for animals subjected to man's dominion. Enter Pan and Selene's mythical realm through an enchanting oil painting on panel that transports us to ethereal landscapes filled with wonder. Explore society's moral dilemmas through J. Wright’s hand-colored etching "New Morality, " offering biting social commentary amidst political turmoil. Encounter forbidden desires within F. K. Forberg’s provocative lithograph from 1900, challenging taboos while shedding light on hidden aspects of human sexuality. Discover ancient Greek myths brought to life in vivid detail; witness satyrs cavorting with maenads or pressing grapes alongside tigers and leopards – their wild spirits unleashed upon canvases throughout history. Finally, confront mortality itself as you gaze upon Albrecht Duerer’s haunting depiction of Death within his Coat of Arms - a chilling reminder of our own mortality.