Developmental Collection

Engraving depicting the stages in development of the frog, 19th century
5309436 Engraving depicting the stages in development of the frog, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the stages in development of the frog)

Reading Girl (pen and ink on paper)
5983981 Reading Girl (pen and ink on paper) by Anker, Albert (1831-1910); 36 x 26.5 cm; Private Collection; Swiss, out of copyright

Children at Breakfast, 1879 (oil on canvas)
5055816 Children at Breakfast, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); 81.2 x 65.4 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; French, out of copyright

Developing tadpoles. Close-up of two frog (order Anura) larva, or tadpoles, that have already developed their hind legs. Magnification: x6, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Larvae of the Sawfly (Craesus septentrionalis), developmental stage of an insect

Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7146
Melorheostosis of the knee. X-ray of left knee of a 52 year old male patient showing damage (white area at centre) caused by melorheostosis

Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7145
Melorheostosis of the knee. X-ray of left knee of a 52 year old male patient showing damage (white area to bottom left of knee cap) caused by melorheostosis

Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7144
Melorheostosis of the knee. X-ray of left knee of a 52 year old male patient showing damage (white area to bottom left of knee cap) caused by melorheostosis

Caterpillar head. Close-up of the head of a small white caterpillar (order Lepidoptera), showing its mouthparts. Magnification: x28 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Abnormal bone growth, MRI scan
Abnormal bone growth. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a section through the cervical spine (neck) of a 28-year-old patient, showing abnormal growth (dysplasia) of the C6 vertebra

Developing tadpole. Frog (order Anura) larvae, or tadpole, that has already developed all four legs. Magnification: x11, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Spina bifida, MRI scan
Fibrolipoma of the spine. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a sagittal section through the spine of a 24-month-old patient with spina bifida

Linden (Tilia platyphyllos) leaves. Newly unfurled leaf of a large-leaved linden tree in spring. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in April

Tadpole. Close-up of the eye of a frog (order Anura) larvae, or tadpole, showing its mouth (lower right) and one of its eyes (upper left). Magnification: x22, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Developing fish fin, SEM
Developing fish fin. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fin from a zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryo. Zebrafish are freshwater fish that are found in India

Evolution of the eye, artwork
Evolution of the eye, computer artwork. It is thought that the eye originated as a patch of light-sensitive cells (left) on the organisms surface

Foxglove buds. Close-up of buds on a common foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) plant. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in May

Dogwood buds. Close-up of buds on a stem of a common dogwood (Cornus sanguinea) plant. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in January

Speckled bush-cricket nymph on nettle leaves. Dorset, UK July 2012

Copepod larva, polarised light micrograph C016 / 8577
Copepod larva. Polarised light micrograph of a nauplius larva. A nauplius is the first larval stage of a crustacean in which the thorax and abdomen have not developed yet

Ovulation and fertilisation, artwork
Ovulation and fertilisation. Computer artwork of the female reproductive system, showing the development of an ovum (egg, small circle) inside an ovary (oval)

Pebble prominent caterpillar. Caterpillar of the pebble prominent (Notodonta ziczac) moth on a leaf stalk. This moth is found from Europe to Central Asia. Photographed in Poland

Hoverfly larva. Close-up of a larva of a hoverfly (Platycheirus sp.) on the underside of a leaf. Photographed in Poland

Beautiful yellow underwing caterpillar. Caterpillar of the beautiful yellow underwing (Anarta myrtilli) moth. This moth is found throughout most of Europe. The caterpillars feed on heather plants

Common spangle galls on a leaf
Common spangle galls on the underside of an oak (Quercus sp.) leaf. These protective galls contain the larvae of a parasitic wasp (Neuroterus quercusbaccarum). Photographed in Poland

Silk button spangle galls on a leaf
Silk button spangle galls on the underside of an oak (Quercus sp.) leaf. These protective galls contain the larvae of a parasitic wasp (Neuroterus numismalis). Photographed in Poland

Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) tree leaves. Ash tree growing new leaves in spring. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in April

Linden (Tilia platyphyllos) buds C015 / 6385
Linden (Tilia platyphyllos) buds. New buds on a large-leaved linden tree. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in January

Frog life stages in a pond, artwork C016 / 3300
Frog life stages in a pond. Artwork of a frog sitting on a rock in a pond, with frogspawn (eggs, lower right) attached to a plant stalk underwater, and a tadpole (lower centre) swimming underneath

Spangle galls on an oak leaf, SEM
Spangle galls on an oak leaf. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spangle galls on the underside of a leaf from the English oak (Quercus robur) tree

Copepod crustacean, light micrograph
Copepod crustacean. Light micrograph of the nauplius larva of a copepod crustacean (subclass Copepoda). This is the first stage in the life cycle of a copepod

Chrysalis, SEM
Chrysalis, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). A chrysalis is the name for the pupa of butterflies and moths (order Lepidoptera)

Jumping plant louse nymph (Trioza urticae). Artwork of various stages in the development of a jumping plant louse. The drawing at top left is of eggs on the underside of a nettle leaf

Pupa, SEM
Pupa. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Lepidopteran pupa

Dyslexia. Scrabble letters spelling the word dyslexia. Dyslexia is a congenital and developmental disorder affecting a persons ability to read and write

Cleft lip. Image 2 of 2. Artwork of the face of a person with a cleft, or hare, lip following surgery to correct it. A cleft lip is a birth defect caused by a failure of the face to fuse together

Fairtrade tea bag, artwork
Fairtrade tea bag. Computer artwork depicting a teabag filled with fairtrade tea. Fairtrade certification is a product certification system designed to allow people to identify products that meet

Common frog tadpoles
Common Frog tadpoles (Rana temporaria). This is a very early stage of development, where the tadpoles have external branching gills

Childhood rickets, X-ray
Childhood rickets. Coloured frontal X-ray of the legs of a 3-year-old child with rickets. Rickets (Osteomalacia) occurs predominantly in children

Melorheostosis of the shoulder, X-ray
Melorheostosis of the shoulder. X-ray of 59-year-old patients shoulder, showing damage (dense white, upper right) caused by melorheostosis

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"Unveiling the Beauty of Developmental Stages: From Reading Girl to Tadpoles and Beyond" In this captivating collection of images, we embark on a visual journey through various developmental stages that showcase the marvels of life's progression. Starting with "Reading Girl, " a delicate pen and ink drawing on paper, we witness the early stages of intellectual growth as she immerses herself in the world of books. The innocence and curiosity radiating from her eyes hint at the potential for knowledge yet to be discovered. Moving forward, "Children at Breakfast" captures a moment frozen in time, painted meticulously with oil on canvas. Here, we witness not only physical development but also social interaction among young ones as they gather around a table filled with nourishment, and is an ode to childhood camaraderie and shared experiences. Shifting our focus towards nature's wonders, we encounter "Larvae of the Sawfly, " showcasing an insect's transformative journey from its earliest stage. This intricate depiction reminds us that even seemingly insignificant creatures undergo profound changes before revealing their true beauty. Our exploration takes an unexpected turn as X-ray images reveal "Melorheostosis" - abnormal bone growth affecting knees. These haunting visuals serve as reminders that development can sometimes take unpredictable paths, presenting challenges along the way. Returning to nature's realm once more, we encounter another caterpillar head – symbolic of metamorphosis itself – reminding us that change is constant and necessary for growth. Alongside it are developing tadpoles swimming gracefully in their aquatic habitat; they embody resilience amidst transformation. Lastly, our attention turns to medical scans depicting conditions such as spina bifida - highlighting both fragility and strength within human development. These powerful images remind us how crucial it is to understand and support individuals navigating unique journeys. Through this diverse collection spanning artistry and science alike, one common thread emerges: developmental processes shape all living beings profoundly.