Fascinating Collection

Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena sp. )
Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena sp.)

PARIS IN 1578
A fascinating plan of the city, showing the inner and outer walls, the suburbs, the islands; the Tuileries, so central today, are actually outside the city wall

Blondin Audience Ledger
A fascinating unused page from a ledger to record the ticket sales and money accrued from a performance of the legendary tightrop walker Charles Blondin The Hero of Niagara

WW2, Alphabet Valentines Card
A WW2 alphabet Valentines greetings card. To my Adorable, Beautiful, Charming, Darling, Exquisite, Fascinating, Glamorous, Heavenly, Ideal, Joyous, Kissable, Lovely, Marvellous, Neat, One-and-only

White Star Line, RMS Titanic, archive of Ismay letters
White Star Line, RMS Titanic. A fascinating archive of letters from Wilton Oldham to Mrs Bower Ismay relating to research for his book The Ismay Line

Samuel Cody, wooden components from aircraft
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: Fascinating collection of original bamboo and other wing stanchions and aircraft spars used in a variety of Samuel Cody?s aircraft

Samuel Cody, bamboo components from aircraft
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: Fascinating collection of original bamboo and other wing stanchions and aircraft spars used in a variety of Samuel Cody?s aircraft

Ocean Liners - items from collection of Miss Irwin
Ocean Liners - fascinating extensive collection of Lancastria printed ephemera, Canadian Pacific, Canberra collected by Miss Irwin, later Mrs Hughes around 1933. Date: circa 1930s

RMS Titanic - page from The Knickerbocker Press of Albany New York State, 17 April 1912: Heroism and Discipline of Titanic's Crew Save Women and Children as Millionaires Perish

RMS Titanic - letter, Mabel Francatelli, passenger
RMS Titanic - First Class passenger Mabel Francatelli. A fascinating letter from Mattison, Davey & Rader of New York to Miss Francatelli dated 17 April 1956

Mona Lisa, vignette photograph of Mona Lisa's eyes. Captioned, Can these have caused the elopement of Francesco del Giocondo's third wife?; the fascinating eyes of Mona Lisa'. Date: 1911

The Nature of Light - Sir William Braggs experiments
The Universe of Light: Factors in " A Fascinating Problem". The Nature of Light - The famous physicist Sir William Braggs experiments at his opening lecture at the Royal Institution - aimed

Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): Seventh night: The parrot addresses Khujasta at
5857398 Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): Seventh night: The parrot addresses Khujasta at the beginning of the seventh night, c.1560 (opaque w/c, ink and gold on paper) by Mughal School

Mary, prettiest of girls, with her fascinating curls (photo)
671897 Mary, prettiest of girls, with her fascinating curls (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary, prettiest of girls)

The Map, 1890 (drypoint)
2971524 The Map, 1890 (drypoint) by Cassatt, Mary Stevenson (1844-1926); 24x31.1 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Joseph Brooks Fair Collection; American, out of copyright

Hypnotic Seance, 1887 (oil on canvas)
SNM128557 Hypnotic Seance, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Bergh, Sven Richard (1858-1919); 153x195 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Swedish, out of copyright

CHARLES JAMES FOX British statesman as the Republican Rattlesnake, fascinating the Bedford Squirrel (Duke of Bedford) Date: 1749 - 1806

MAP / NORTH AMERICA C1800
A fascinating map of North America, from the Russian settlements in the NW via the territory of the Long-Hair Indians to New Albion and Tecas (sic) Date: circa 1800

Portuguese Man o War (Physalia physalis) with long, dangling, purple-blue tentacles

Detail of a crown of thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci), Hawaii, USA
Close-up detail of a crown of thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Portrait of a male gilded triggerfish; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America
Portrait of a male gilded triggerfish (Xanthichthys auromarginatus); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Glaucous-wing Gull over Humpback Whales bubble-net feeding, Chatham Strait, Alaska, USA
Glaucous-winged Gull (Larus glaucescens) over bubble-net feeding Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae); Chatham Strait, Tongass National Forest, Alaska, United States of America

Alice Keppel
EDWARD VII Mrs George Keppel, mistress of King Edward VII and, according to The Sketch, " the most fascinating woman in England"

The Fascinating Mr. Vanderbilt by Alfred Sutro (7 August 1863 11 September 1933). First produced in England at the Garrick Theatre, on 26th April 1906

New Baby / German Family
A German household with a fascinating new arrival. Date: circa 1870

Carvings by Abbe Foure at Rotheneuf, France
Rotheneuf, France - The Emerald Coast - The Rock Carvings. The village is a seaside resort but is famous for its sculpted rocks, " rochers sculptes"

Landing stage at Koblenz, showing a fascinating glimpse into life in 1908 and the layout of the landing area. Date: circa 1908

Japanese acrobats at the circus, Olympia, London
A fascinating turn by Japanese acrobats at the circus at Olympia, London. Date: 1921

The fascinating Fez, circa 1941
A woman models a knitted swathed fez, decorated with a bunch of flowers, circa 1941. Date: c. 1941

Soldier Horseback Catoptric Anamorphosis Hendrick Goltzius
Artokoloro

Stag Cart ca 1858 Albumen silver print glass negative
Artokoloro

A pathway through Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore near Chapel Falls. Along the way you pass through this enchanting forest

Crown of Thorns Starfish (Acanthaster planci)

Rainbow arching over domestic garden, against cloudy sky

Robert Ripley - Entrepreneur - Ripleys Believe-it-or-not
Robert Ripley (1890-1949) - American cartoonist, entrepreneur and amateur anthropologist, who created the Ripleys Believe It or Not

Collection of exotic caterpillars on leaves displaying variety of shapes and protective strategies

Red, black and bronze coloured insect with finely structured wings, trapped in piece of amber

Bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana), light brown skin with brown and green blotching, large protruding eyes, downturned mouth, sitting, looking up, front view

Two shield bugs (Hemiptera), half-black, half-brown shells and long antennae, climbing up top and bottom sides of leaf

Close up of housefly (Musca domestica), hairy body, spindly legs and reddish brown eyes, front and side view

Kenya - Traditional style thatched house on waterfront Lamu, Kenya
MAB-117 Kenya - Traditional style thatched house on waterfront Lamu, Kenya Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

USA, Pacific Northwest, Alaska, Kenai Fjords National Park. Fantastic Spire Cove

Bengal Tiger, Panthera tigris, Bandhavgarh Nat l Park, Khajuraho, Pradesh, India, Bengal Tiger Portrait

Rotheneuf, France - Emerald Coast - The Rock Carvings
Rotheneuf, France - The Emerald Coast - The Rock Carvings. The village is a seaside resort but is famous for its sculpted rocks, " rochers sculpts"

The Christmas Party Up to Date: Fairy Tales by Broadcast b
Christmas parties this year will possess a new and fascinating attraction, both for young and old, in the shape of the latest wonder of wireless telephony

Shock-headed Polaire
Emilie Polaire (1877 - 1939), French actress and music hall entertainer reputed to have the smallest waist in the world, pictured here with a head full of wild hair

Alexandria in C16Th
A fascinating early plan of Alexandria, showing the remains of Alexanders Palace, Pompeys Pillar, the Pharos, the city gates, the African coast and the Mediterranean

Carriages Taken by Train
A fascinating picture showing the arrival at a countryside terminus of a steam train transporting two stagecoaches which are unloaded to depart onward by road

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"Unveiling the Fascinating Treasures: From Deadly Octopuses to Historic Artifacts" Step into a world of fascination as we explore an array of captivating hints that will leave you in awe. First, let's dive deep into the mysterious ocean and discover the Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena sp. ), with its vibrant blue rings serving as a warning to all who dare cross its path. Traveling back in time, we find ourselves amidst the bustling streets of Paris in 1578. Imagine the sights and sounds that filled this historic city, where every corner held secrets waiting to be unraveled. Next, we stumble upon Blondin Audience Ledger, a testament to the incredible feats performed by this daring tightrope walker. The ledger reveals tales of gasps and applause from enthralled spectators who witnessed his death-defying acts. As World War II raged on, love found its way through Alphabet Valentines Cards exchanged between soldiers and their loved ones. Each letter carefully crafted with affectionate words brought solace during times of uncertainty. The White Star Line's RMS Titanic takes center stage next as we delve into an archive of letters written by Ismay himself. These documents offer glimpses into one of history's most tragic events - a story forever etched in our collective memory. Samuel Cody enters our narrative twice - once with wooden components from his pioneering aircraft and again with bamboo components showcasing his innovative spirit. These artifacts remind us of humanity's relentless pursuit for progress against all odds. Ocean Liners hold their own allure, and Miss Irwin's collection offers tantalizing glimpses into their opulent pasts. From luxurious furnishings to exquisite dining sets, these items transport us back to an era defined by elegance and grandeur. A page from The Knickerbocker Press brings forth memories of RMS Titanic - a ship that met her untimely fate amidst icy waters.