Cannibal Collection

GOYA: SATURN, 1819-23. Saturn Devouring a Son. Oil by Francisco Goy, 1819-23

Coelophysis fossil
Coelophysis was one of the earliest known dinosaurs which lived 225 to 220 million years ago during the Upper Triassic. It was a small bipedal carnivore up to 3 metres in length

A Cannibal Feast, Charles E Gordon Frazer
A Cannibal Feast on the island of Tanna in the New Hebrides, by Charles E Gordon Frazer (1863-1899)

South American cannibals, 16th century
South American cannibals. 16th-century artwork of indigenous people of South American dismembering and roasting their slain enemies

Survival of the fittest, artwork
Survival of the fittest, conceptual artwork

Witches Sabbat (Picart)
Satan presides while dancers cavort before him, the cooks throw babies into the stewpot and diners enjoy a nourishing cannibal feast

Natives of the island of Formosa (Taiwan), depicted as headhunters and cannibals, 1820s. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Brazilian natives attacking an enemy
5312031 Brazilian natives attacking an enemy; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting Brazilian natives attacking an enemy)

A woodcut depicting the cooking of a human body on a spit. The victim was most likely an enemy defeated during battle
5310773 A woodcut depicting the cooking of a human body on a spit. The victim was most likely an enemy defeated during battle, 16th century; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Cannibalised face found at Gough's Cave
5305209 Cannibalised face found at Gough's Cave.; (add.info.: Cannibalised face found at Gough's Cave, England. Dated 15th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Cannibalised face found at Gough's Cave
5305210 Cannibalised face found at Gough's Cave.; (add.info.: Cannibalised face found at Gough's Cave, England. Dated 15th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Thousand and one Nights: Simbad the Sailor's Journey: "The Giant Devours One of Simbad's Companions"
FGL5484978 Thousand and one Nights: Simbad the Sailor's Journey: "The Giant Devours One of Simbad's Companions" Illustration by Gustave Dore, 19th Century; Fototeca Gilardi.

Elau, a Papua-Malay girl from the cannibal island of Tikiene, and a man of Malakula, Vanuatu (Malicolo)
FLO4605289 Elau, a Papua-Malay girl from the cannibal island of Tikiene, and a man of Malakula, Vanuatu (Malicolo). Polynesians with elevated foreheads

19th century illustration of cannibal native of Borneo 1850
3522634 19th century illustration of cannibal native of Borneo 1850; (add.info.: 19th century illustration of cannibal native of Borneo 1850); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Cannibalism in Africa: Joints of human meat in a butcher's shop, northern region of the Congo described by Italian
2604823 Cannibalism in Africa: Joints of human meat in a butcher's shop, northern region of the Congo described by Italian traveller, late sixteenth century

Illustration for Robinson Crusoe, c.1900 (print)
864135 Illustration for Robinson Crusoe, c.1900 (print); (add.info.: The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe)

NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE BAMBOO DANCE, NAGALAND, NORTH EAST INDIA
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior tribe performing bamboo dance

BAMBOO POLE CLIMBING, NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE, NAGALAND, NORTH EAST INDIA
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior tribal feat of climbing Bamboo poles

King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) cannibalism, male swallowing female on forest floor, Agumbe, Karnatka, India

Coastal view, Cannibal Bay, New Zealand

Central African cannibal
Pahouins of Central Africa tuck in to a fellow creature. Date: 1905

Brazilian cannibals depicted by de Bry
Cannibals reported by Portuguese conquistadores. Here some are shown roasting their victims on a spit. Date: 1530

Brazilian cannibals, 1530
Cannibals reported by Portuguese conquistadores. Here some are shown roasting their victims on a spit. Date: 1530

PORTRAIT OF A TRIBAL WEARING THE TRADITIONAL COSTUME OF A NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE, NAGALAND
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior in traditional costume and head dress

NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE LADY IN TRADITIONAL COSTUME AND JEWELRY, NAGALAND, NORTH EAST INDIA
India, Nagaland, Lady from Naga Warrior tribe, with unique traditional costume and jewelry carrying a basket on her head

PORTRAIT OF A TRIBAL FROM A NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE WEARING TRADITIONAL COSTUME AND JEWELRY
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior tribal in traditional costume and head dress

Cannibal Islands, probably Fiji

Cannibalism Cooking Dead Humans Fiji Fijian Native
cannibalism, cooking, dead, humans, fiji, fijian, native, barbaric, rite, traditions, pacific, islanders, fierce, warriors, enemies, consuming, cannibal, cannibalisation, cannibals, body, bodies

A Fijian temple
3522743 A Fijian temple; (add.info.: A Fijian temple, formerly the scene of cannibalism.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Tupinamba Indians, Brazil, 1578 (engraving)
1701586 Tupinamba Indians, Brazil, 1578 (engraving) by Bry, Johann Theodor de (1561-1623); (add.info.: Scene of cannibalism amoung the Tupinamba Indians of Brazil.Engraving, by Theodor de Bry, 1578)

General Swallow Feasting on a French Fricassee!!, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engraving)
2655363 General Swallow Feasting on a French Fricassee!!, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

DDE-90038471
Caiman are Alligators with a narrow snout. They are stealthy and search for food with an advantage of a low profile Date: 05/02/2009

DDE-90038470
Two adult and one juvenile Cayman heading up the beach on the Cuiaba River in the Pantanal of Brazil Date: 05/02/2009

DDE-90026552
Cannibal Bay, Catlin District, South Otago, South Island, New Zealand Date: 02/07/2010

DDE-90026551
Cannibal Bay, Catlin District, South Otago, South Island, New Zealand Date: 02/07/2010

Cabalistic drawing (engraving)
7185755 Cabalistic drawing (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cabalistic drawing)

Cannibalism in China, from a Chinese drawing, 1870 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT223744 Cannibalism in China, from a Chinese drawing, 1870 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet

Or, to the one who is the victim of motor trouble in some savage isle in the South Seas (colour litho)
7181008 Or, to the one who is the victim of motor trouble in some savage isle in the South Seas (colour litho) by Echau, Joaquin Xaudaru y (1872-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Or)

Cannibal cookery (colour litho)
7150981 Cannibal cookery (colour litho) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

"Come, eat some, paddy"(engraving)
7177787 " Come, eat some, paddy" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Come, eat some)

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Cannibal: Unveiling the Dark Side of Humanity Through Art, History, and Nature" Step into a world where darkness intertwines with human curiosity as we explore the concept of cannibalism. From Francisco Goya's haunting masterpiece "Saturn Devouring a Son" to the ancient Coelophysis fossil, this captivating journey delves into the depths of our fascination with this taboo subject. Travel back in time to encounter South American cannibals from the 16th century, depicted vividly in Charles E Gordon Frazer's painting "A Cannibal Feast. " Witness their rituals and traditions that once shocked and intrigued explorers. Discover how natives of Taiwan were labeled as cannibals by outsiders due to cultural misunderstandings. Uncover nature's own survival instincts through artwork showcasing "Survival of the Fittest, " reminding us that even animals resort to cannibalistic behavior for their own sustenance. Explore historical depictions such as Picart's infamous "Witches Sabbat, " where tales of dark rituals involving flesh consumption have long captivated imaginations. Venture further into unknown territories with "The Golliwoggs Bicycle Club - Surrounded by Cannibals, " an intriguing portrayal that challenges societal norms. Journey to remote islands like Fiji, known for its mysterious reputation as the 'Cannibal Islands, ' where stories abound about cooking dead humans and native practices. Witness cultural diversity through Naga Warrior Tribe Bamboo Dance in North East India, highlighting traditional customs deeply rooted in history but often misunderstood by outsiders. Marvel at nature's paradoxical beauty when male King Cobras devour females on forest floors—an extraordinary example of animal cannibalism. As we unravel these enigmatic facets surrounding cannibalism—whether artistic interpretations or real-life occurrences—we are compelled to confront our darkest desires and fears lurking within humanity itself. Join us on this thought-provoking exploration that pushes boundaries while shedding light on one of the most taboo subjects of all time.