Melo Collection

Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the Scarlet Fleshed Rock Melon
5856252 Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the Scarlet Fleshed Rock Melon,; (add.info.: Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the Scarlet Fleshed Rock Melon, Cucumis melo)

Fruit and yellow flowers of the Green-fleshed cantaloupe melon
5856207 Fruit and yellow flowers of the Green-fleshed cantaloupe melon; (add.info.: Fruit and yellow flowers of the Green-fleshed cantaloupe melon, Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis)

Indian volute or bailer shell, Melo melo (Voluta indica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder
FLO4681767 Indian volute or bailer shell, Melo melo (Voluta indica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Green-fleshed melon, Cucumis melo
5854965 Green-fleshed melon, Cucumis melo; (add.info.: Green-fleshed melon, Cucumis melo, with yellow flowers, tendrils and leaves)

Scarlet fleshed rock melon, Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
5854964 Scarlet fleshed rock melon, Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis; (add.info.: Yellow flowered, scarlet-fleshed rock melon or cantaloupe, Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis)

Isaac Newton observing an apple fall to the ground while seated beneath a tree
GIA555118 Isaac Newton observing an apple fall to the ground while seated beneath a tree by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; eGiancarlo Costa; Italian, out of copyright

Winter melon or Valencia melon, Cucumis melo, raised in Spain. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical painting by William Hooker from The Transactions of the Horticultural Society of

Crowned baler, Melo aethiopicus (Ethiopian volute, Voluta aethiopica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Crowned baler shell, Melo aethiopicus (Ethiopic volute, Voluta aethiopica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Indian volute or bailer shell, Melo melo (Voluta indica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Fruits, fruits legumieres. Chayote, Sechium edule 1, 2, Cantaloupe melon, Cucumis melo var. cantalupo 3, , and watermelon, Citrullus lanatus 4, 5

Foraminifera, marine creeping protozoa
Thalamophora or Foraminifera, marine creeping protozoa. Quinqueloculina parkeri, Miliolinella fichteliana, Cornuspira planorbis, Articulina sagra, Spiroloculina nitida, Borelis melo

Melon, oil beetle and sheep ked
European oil beetle, Meloe proscarabaeus 1, 2, melon de Honfleur, Cucumis melo 3, and sheep ked, Melophagus ovinus 4. Meloe, Melon, Melophage

Melons (engraving)
3655161 Melons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Melons. Illustration for The Universal Instructor (Ward Lock, c 1880).); © Look and Learn

BATTLE OF ROCROI Louis II Conde - thats him on the white horse - inflicts a severe defeat on the Spanish under Don Francisco de Melo Date: 19 May 1643

Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the Scarlet Fleshed Rock Melon, Cucumis melo.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by Watts from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Francisco Manuel de Melo. Engraving
Francisco Manuel de Melo (1608-1666). Portuguese writer. Engraving. 18th century

Fruit and yellow flowers of the green-fleshed cantaloupe melon, Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis.. Handcolored illustration by E.D

Shell of Melo

(1, 2) chayote (3) cantaloupe melon (4, 5) watermelon

MELO, Francisco Manuel de (1608-1666). Portuguese politician, military man and writer. Engraving

The Batle of Rocroi
The Battle of Rocroi, 19th May 1643. Sauveur Le Conte (1659-94). Oil on Canvas. Central section depicting the fight between the troops led by the Governor of Flanders

Morrisons production of the new romantic melo-drama, The privateer by Harrison Grey Fiske. Date c1897

The ladder of life a grand spectacular production : a realistic melo-drama. Date c1897

Morrisions production of the new sensational melo-drama, The Indian. Date c1897

The Southern chimes great melo-drama : by James W. Harkins, Jr. Date c1898

London life a new & original melo-drama in five acts : by Martyn Field and Arthur Shirley. Date c1899. London life a new & original melo-drama in five acts : by Martyn Field and Arthur Shirley

Battle of Rocroi
BATTLE OF ROCROI Louis II Conde ( the Great Conde ) rallies the French and defeats the Spanish under Don Francisco de Melo

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"Melo: A Vibrant Tapestry of Nature's Bounty" Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the melo plant create a picturesque scene reminiscent of an artist's canvas. Francisco Manuel de Melo captured this beauty in his exquisite engraving, showcasing the intricate details that make melo so captivating. Intriguingly, even renowned figures like Isaac Newton found themselves captivated by nature's wonders. As he observed an apple falling to the ground beneath a tree, one can't help but wonder if it was a melo that inspired his groundbreaking theories. The diversity within the melon family is astounding. From the Winter melon with its refreshing taste to the Musk melon, watermelon, and pineapple varieties bursting with sweetness – each offers a unique flavor profile that tantalizes our taste buds. Delving deeper into marine life, we encounter fascinating creatures such as the Crowned baler shell and Indian volute. These shells bear striking patterns resembling works of art crafted by Mother Nature herself. But let us not forget about other delights brought forth by nature's abundance. Fruits legumieres provide nourishment while adding vibrant colors to our plates. Foraminifera - those tiny marine creeping protozoa - remind us of how intricately connected all living beings are in this vast ecosystem. Even insects find their place amidst these wonders; from oil beetles seeking sustenance on juicy melons to sheep keds finding solace among their leaves – they too contribute to this rich tapestry of life. Melo encompasses more than just a name; it represents a symphony composed by nature itself. Its ripe fruits beckon us with their lusciousness while its vibrant hues ignite our senses. So let us embrace this enchanting world where fruits intertwine with engravings and scientific discoveries merge seamlessly into artistic expressions – for in every aspect lies another chapter waiting to be explored within the realm of "melo.