Markings Collection

Concorde G-BOa in British Airways markings
Concorde, G-BOa, in British Airways markings

Red Admiral Butterfly
RED ADMIRAL & PEACOCK BUTTERFLIES. Their brightly coloured wing markings are shown clearly

Butterfly illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717), German-born naturalist and scientific illustrator, engraved by J Mulder, from a visit to Suriname, South America

Butterfly illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717), German-born naturalist and scientific illustrator, engraved by P Sluyter, from a visit to Suriname, South America

Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) on a plant, sunbathing

Concorde in Air France markings

Poster design, Bristol Aeroplane Co Ltd
Poster design for the Bristol Aeroplane Co Ltd of Filton, Bristol, advertising Bristol Aircraft and air-cooled engines. Date: circa 1930s

Vickers Super VC10 G-ASGO in BOAC markings
Vickers Super VC10, G-ASGO, in BOAC markings

Snowy Owl, by John James Audubon
Snowy Owl, Strix Nyctea, by John James Audubon (1785-1851). A colour plate in The Birds of America: From Original Drawings. Date: 1827-1838

Vickers Type 498 Viking 1 G-AGRW Vagabond
Vickers Type 498 Viking 1, G-AGRW, Vagabond, in British European Airways markings

Hawker Siddeley HS121 Trident 3B G-AWZB in BEA markings
Hawker Siddeley HS121 Trident 3B, G-AWZB, in BEA markings

Motorway traffic cones. Row of traffic cones being used to manage traffic on a motorway

Red Admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta) with open wings

Blue Jay, by John James Audubon
Blue Jay, Corvus Cristatus, by John James Audubon (1785-1851). A colour plate in The Birds of America: From Original Drawings. Date: 1827-1838

A cowboy, Honeycut, on the horse White Star on the plains of Montana. Photographed by Laton Alton Huffman, August 1904
MONTANA: COWBOY, 1904. A cowboy, Honeycut, on the horse White Star on the plains of Montana. Photographed by Laton Alton Huffman, August 1904

Concorde F-BVFA in Air France markings
Concorde, F-BVFA, in Air France markings

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus), Masai Mara, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Hawker Siddeley HS121 Trident 3B in BEA markings
Hawker Siddeley HS121 Trident 3B, in BEA markings

Blue Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) showing light yellow head feathers, profile view

WW1 - Trench map from a soldiers war diary showing the Somme Battlefield with information gleaned from captured German Prisoners

Tropic Bird, by John James Audubon
Tropic Bird, Phaeton Aethereus, by John James Audubon (1785-1851). A colour plate in The Birds of America: From Original Drawings. Date: 1827-1838

A female Leopard (Panthera pardus) rests in the shade, lying on the branch of a tree

Blue Spotted Stingray (Dasyatis kuhlii, also known as Kuhls Stingray

Workmen paint road markings on the road by some traffic lights in Swanley. 1936

The first Fairey Delta 2 WG774 in 1957 markings
The first Fairey Delta 2, WG774, in 1957 markings as a showcase to the British aircraft industry. Date: 1957

British Sopwith triplane on airfield, WW1
A British single-seater Sopwith triplane on an airfield during the First World War. Date: 1916-1918

Iris Bruno (Tall Bearded Iris), a flowering perennial of the Iridaceae family, with gold, purple and brown colouring. A close-up of the head in full flower

Muffed Flying Tumblers, Pigeons
A portrait of four sub-variants of the Flying Tumbler pigeon breed. The Flying Tumblers shown is the Black Rose-Wing, the Red Rose-Wing, the Red-Badge and the Black Saddle

Madagascan Giant Day Gecko (Gekkonidae), bright green with red markings, view from above

Hidden away in rocky overhangs in a ten kilometer stretch of hillside, this prehistoric rock art is the most impressive in India. These hunting scenes are believed to date from around 8000-5000 BC

Sea Lamprey, Lampern, and Silver Lamprey
Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus), Lampern (Lampetra fluviatilis or European River Lamprey), and Silver Lamprey (Ichthyomyzon unicuspis). Date: 1865

Little owl (Athene noctua), Wheatley, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Vickers VC10 G-ARVA in BOAC markings
Vickers VC10, G-ARVA, in BOAC markings

Mallard ducks and ducklings
A family of mallard ducks and ducklings enjoying an outing to the river. Date: circa early 20th century

Gaidropsarus vulgaris, or Three-Bearded Rockling, also known as Whistler and Whistle-Fish. Date: 1864

Print Users Yearbook -- blue budgerigars
Print Users Yearbook -- two blue budgerigars sitting on a perch. Date: circa 1930s

Vickers Type 604 Viking 1 VP-YEW - Central African Airways
Vickers Type 604 Viking 1, VP-YEW, in Central African Airways markings

A female cheetah rests in the shade at Kwandwe Private Game Reserve

Greetings card in the shape of an owl with top hat, monocle and lace-up shoes. circa 1890s

Giraffe on a Victorian scrap. Date: circa 1890s

Dog carrying basket of flowers on a birthday card
Large dog carrying a basket of flowers on a birthday card. Date: circa 1890s

Frontispiece illustration, Peter, the fox terrier. Date: 1912

Leopard (Panthera), South Luangwa National Park, Zambia, Africa

Vickers VC10 G-ARVJ in BOAC markings taking off
Vickers VC10, G-ARVJ, in BOAC markings, taking off from London Airport in 1965. Date: 1965

The Twins by Cecil Aldin, title page
The twin dogs of the title, looking alert and ready for the events about to take place in the book

Queen Angelfish (Holocanthus ciliaris). Caribbean. (rr)
Tom Campbell / SplashdownDirect

Peregrine Falcon (Morris
PEREGRINE FALCON (Falco peregrinus)

Raf Biplane Climbing
A Royal Air Force biplane climbing as it takes off

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"Captivating Markings: From Butterflies to Aeroplanes and Beyond" The majestic Concorde G-BOa proudly displays the iconic British Airways markings, a symbol of aviation excellence. A Red Admiral Butterfly gracefully flutters by, showcasing its vibrant markings that catch the eye with their striking beauty. Maria Sibylla Merian's exquisite butterfly illustration captures the intricate details of nature's own artistic markings. Basking in the sun, a Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) rests on a plant, revealing its stunning markings that blend seamlessly with its surroundings. Another masterpiece by Maria Sibylla Merian unfolds through her captivating butterfly illustration, highlighting nature's endless creativity in marking these delicate creatures. Bristol Aeroplane Co Ltd presents an enchanting poster design featuring an aircraft adorned with remarkable markings that evoke a sense of adventure and innovation. With wings wide open, a Red Admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta) showcases its mesmerizing markings as it dances through the air effortlessly. The Welrod pistol stands out not only for its unique design but also for the distinct markings that distinguish it from other firearms of its time. John James Audubon immortalizes the Snowy Owl with his meticulous artwork, capturing every detail down to its distinctive feather patterns and striking facial markings. The Hawker Siddeley HS121 Trident 3B G-AWZB dons BEA's signature markings, representing both elegance and reliability in aviation history. The Vickers Super VC10 G-ASGO takes flight adorned in BOAC's timeless livery; its unmistakable red-and-golden stripes leave an indelible mark on aviation enthusiasts' hearts worldwide. Motorway traffic cones may seem ordinary at first glance but their bright orange color and reflective bands serve as essential safety markers along our roads, guiding us on our journeys.