Gelatinous Collection

th Huxley / Sambourne 1888
THOMAS HENRY HUXLEY A satire on the English scientists discovery of a gelatinous substance on the seabed: he is discussing his findings with a mermaid

Jellyfish illustration 1896 by Richard Lydekker
5309145 Jellyfish illustration 1896 by Richard Lydekker; (add.info.: Jellyfish illustration 1896 by Richard Lydekker. Jellyfish are soft bodied)

Engraving depicting a chrysaora, a genus of jellyfish in the family Pelagiidae, 19th century
5309425 Engraving depicting a chrysaora, a genus of jellyfish in the family Pelagiidae, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a chrysaora, a genus of jellyfish in the family Pelagiidae)

Engraving depicting jellyfish, a soft bodied, free-swimming aquatic animals with a gelatinous umbrella-shaped bell
5309428 Engraving depicting jellyfish, a soft bodied, free-swimming aquatic animals with a gelatinous umbrella-shaped bell and trailing tentacles; (add.info.: Engraving depicting jellyfish)

Examples of Discomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur, 1899 (colour litho)
746693 Examples of Discomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur, 1899 (colour litho) by Haeckel, Ernst (1824-1919) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Juvenile Crab with extended claws - inside Comb Jelly, Cydippida Order - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia

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Comb Jelly - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Comb Jelly - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean

Comb Jelly - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Comb Jelly - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean

Sea Butterfly floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Sea Butterfly floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem

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Sea Butterfly swimming in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Sea Butterfly swimming in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem

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Sea Butterfly floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 14-Aug-20

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Sea Angel floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Sea Angel floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali

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Sea Angel floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Sea Angel floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali

Crown Jellyfish, Cephea cephea, Hawaii, USA
The Crown jellyfish (Cephea cephea) is also known as the cauliflower jellyfish, Hawaii. This species lives in open ocean with a lifespan of three to six months

TANNER 1827
" The art of the tanner consists in converting the gelatinous part of the skins of animals into the substance called leather by impregnating it with tannin". Date: 1827

Salmon Salad Fungus (Guepinia helvelloides) fruiting bodies, growing at edge of grassy footpath, Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire, England, October

Close-up of a large dampened knife cutting through aspic

Gelatin powder and sheets C015 / 8096
Gelatin powder and sheets. Pure gelatin forms clear sheets (left). Colours (right) can be added with dyes or food colourings

Salp colony (Cyclosalpa). Salps are tubular shaped gelatinous marine animals. Multiple individuals join together to form long colonies that feed on phytoplankton

Snakelocks anemone C017 / 8438
Snakelocks anemone (Anemonia sulcata) at low tide. The gelatinous nature of this sea anemone prevents it from drying out when exposed to air at low tide

Cod liver oil capsules. Hand holding cod liver oil capsules, which are taken as a dietary supplement. Cod liver oil is a rich source of vitamins A & D

Vitamin C pastilles
Vitamin C pastille sweets for children. Vitamin C is essential for healthy skin, teeth and gums

Jellyfish life cycle, artwork. At bottom right are a sperm (with tail) and egg (round). The sperm fertilises the egg to produce a planula, a small larva covered in cilia

Jellyfish body forms, artwork. At left is the polyp body form, which arises from sexual reproduction. It is a sessile stage, attached to the seabed or another surface

Tremella mesenterica
Yellow brain fungus (Tremella mesenterica) growing on a dead gorse bush. The fruiting body is soft, gelatinous and translucent with brain like lobes

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"Captivating Gelatinous Creatures: A Journey into the Enigmatic Depths of the Ocean" In 1888, renowned scientist Thomas Huxley and talented artist Linley Sambourne embarked on a remarkable exploration of the mysterious world beneath the waves. Their groundbreaking work shed light on an extraordinary group of organisms known as gelatinous creatures. Kunstformen der Natur, published in 1899, showcased stunning Discomedusae - ethereal jellyfish with delicate tentacles that seemed to dance effortlessly through the water. These mesmerizing creatures captivated both scientists and artists alike with their otherworldly beauty. Fast forward to UW INDO 2037, where brave divers plunged into the depths off Bali's coast in search of these elusive beings. Inky black waters revealed a breathtaking sight - Comb Jellies floating gracefully like celestial bodies in space. Their translucent bodies emitted an enchanting bioluminescent glow that illuminated their surroundings. Among them, a Sea Butterfly caught our attention as it floated serenely within the water column. Its fragile wings fluttered delicately, resembling an elegant ballet dancer suspended mid-air. This captivating creature epitomized grace and elegance amidst its gelatinous form. UW INDO 2030 continued this underwater odyssey with more astonishing discoveries. The images captured by intrepid explorers unveiled a TANNER from 1827 - a creature so unique and enigmatic that it defied conventional classification. Its gelatinous body pulsated rhythmically as if breathing life itself into its existence. But perhaps one of nature's most regal creations was found in Hawaii's warm waters - Crown Jellyfish or Cephea cephea. With its vibrant colors reminiscent of precious gemstones adorning its bell-shaped body, this majestic creature reigned supreme over its watery kingdom. As we delve deeper into our understanding of these gelatinous wonders, we are reminded of the immense diversity and beauty that lies beneath the ocean's surface.