Indian Cobra Collection

Snake charmer playing flute-like instrument, snake emerging from basket in front

Indian cobra, Naja naja 1, Peruvian cobra 2, Naja tripudians, and Brazilian cobra 3, Naja brasiliensis
FLO4655008 Indian cobra, Naja naja 1, Peruvian cobra 2, Naja tripudians, and Brazilian cobra 3, Naja brasiliensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre

Indian Cobra or Spectacled Cobra (Naja naja), Karnataka, India

Indian Cobra (colour litho)
998614 Indian Cobra (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der Amphibien in ihren)

Wasps, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999445 Wasps, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA, 1833-39)

Brillenschlange (chromolitho)
5211305 Brillenschlange (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brillenschlange)

An albino Indian / Spectacled / Asian / Binocellate Cobra with its head raised and hood spread
2960014 An albino Indian/Spectacled/Asian/Binocellate Cobra with its head raised and hood spread, London Zoo, September 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond

An Indian / Spectacled / Asian / Binocellate Cobra with raised head and flared hood, London Zoo
3245201 An Indian/Spectacled/Asian/Binocellate Cobra with raised head and flared hood, London Zoo, October 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

Nagoo, from an Account of Indian Serpents Collected on the Coast of Coromandel, pub
4071296 Nagoo, from an Account of Indian Serpents Collected on the Coast of Coromandel, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving) by Skelton

An Indian / Spectacled / Asian / Binocellate Cobra with raised head and flared hood, London Zoo
3245205 An Indian/Spectacled/Asian/Binocellate Cobra with raised head and flared hood, London Zoo, October 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

Nagoo, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engravings). Creator: William Skelton (1763 - 1848)
Nagoo, from an Account of Indian Serpents Collected on the Coast of Coromandel, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engravings)

Indian Cobra, Asian Cobra or Spectacled Cobra -Naja naja-, Pettigalawatta Region, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Naja naja, Indian Cobra

Naja naja
Hand-coloured engraving from the Patrick Russell Collection

Indian cobra or Spectacled Cobra (Naja naja) with its head raised

Cobra snake charmer outside the City Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

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The mesmerizing dance of the Indian cobra captivates all who witness its enchanting performance. As a snake charmer plays a flute-like instrument, the majestic creature emerges from its woven basket, ready to showcase its beauty and power. Native to Karnataka, India, the Indian cobra, also known as the Spectacled Cobra (Naja naja), is a sight to behold. Its vibrant scales glisten under the sunlight, creating a stunning display of colors in this lithographic artwork. Intriguingly depicted in an 1833-39 colored engraving titled "Wasps, " this Brillenschlange or spectacled serpent showcases intricate details that highlight its unique features. The albino variation of this species raises curiosity with its head raised and hood spread wide open. Even at London Zoo, visitors are left awe-struck by an Asian cobra with its head held high and hood flared outwards. These hand-colored engravings from William Skelton's publication "Account of Indian Serpents Collected on the Coast of Coromandel" further immortalize these captivating creatures. Beyond India's borders lies Sri Lanka's Pettigalawatta Region in Southern Province where another magnificent specimen resides. Known as Naja naja or Asian Cobra/Spectacled Cobra/ Binocellate Cobra - it gracefully slithers through lush landscapes leaving spectators spellbound. The Indian cobra embodies both fear and fascination; it commands respect while showcasing nature's artistic prowess. With each movement and every flicker of its tongue, it reminds us why serpents have been revered throughout history for their mystique and allure.