Mermen Collection

Panegyric of Leonardo Loredan, 21 April, 1503. Creator: Unknown
Panegyric of Leonardo Loredan, 21 April, 1503. The Panegyricus Serenissimo Principi Leonardo Lauredano, anglicised as Panegyric to the Most Serene Prince Leonardo Loredan

Rèapparition des tritons... de l'océan, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Reapparition des tritons... de l'ocean, 19th century. Reappearance of mermen on the edge of the ocean

Aeneas and the Cumean Sybil, for the "Chinea" Festival, 1744. Creator: M Sorello
Aeneas and the Cumean Sybil, for the "Chinea" Festival, 1744

Pa. German Hildebrandt Mug, c. 1939. Creator: Thomas Watts
Pa. German Hildebrandt Mug, c. 1939

Ornamental Woodcarving - Stern Board?, c. 1940. Creator: Laura Bilodeau
Ornamental Woodcarving - Stern Board?, c. 1940

Hydria (Water Jar), about 515-500 BCE. Creator: Leagros Group
Hydria (Water Jar), about 515-500 BCE. A terracotta jar, wider at the top with a narrow neck and small handles, decorated in black, featuring human figures against red

Casting Bottle, Europe, probably late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Casting Bottle, Europe, probably late 19th century. Bottle for sprinkling perfumes, made of gold, rock crystal, enamels, rubies, emeralds and pearls, handles in the form of mermen

Wall Fountain and Basin, Sceaux, c. 1755. Creator: Sceaux Faience Manufactory
Wall Fountain and Basin, Sceaux, c. 1755

Les Quatre Elements (The Four Elements) (Furnishing Fabric), France, c. 1780. Water nymphs with coral and sheashells, and stylised dolphin

The Fountain of the Graces, 1737. Creator: Gabriel Huquier
The Fountain of the Graces, 1737

Victorian livery badge, 1841 (silver)
1547285 Victorian livery badge, 1841 (silver) by Reily, Charles & Storer, George (19th century); width: 7.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cast as the coat of arms)

The Hunts of Maximilian, Gemini, The Stag Hunt, the Assembly
XIR345943 The Hunts of Maximilian, Gemini, The Stag Hunt, the Assembly, Gobelins Factory detail of the border (see also 70347) (tapestry) (b/w photo) by Orley

Piazza Navona (oil on canvas)
ALG340431 Piazza Navona (oil on canvas) by Bonichi (Scipione), Gino (1904-33); Galleria Nazionale d Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

A Race with Mermaids and Tritons, 1895 (oil on canvas)
WH48405 A Race with Mermaids and Tritons, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Smithers, Collier Twentyman (1867-1943); 104x211 cm; Private Collection; Photo eWhitford & Hughes, London, UK; English

Cocklepot on stand, Leeds, c. 1790 (creamware)
HMP250975 Cocklepot on stand, Leeds, c.1790 (creamware) by English School, (18th century); Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire, UK; eHarris Museum and Art Gallery; English

Cameo commemorating the Naval victory of Octavian (63 BC-AD 14) over Mark Antony (c
XAM66740 Cameo commemorating the Naval victory of Octavian (63 BC-AD 14) over Mark Antony (c.82-30 BC) at the Battle of Actium, 31 BC (sardonyx) by Roman, (1st century BC); Kunsthistorisches Museum

Mermaid and Merman from Jacob Meydenbachs Hortus Sanitatis, 1491 (woodcut)
1147334 Mermaid and Merman from Jacob Meydenbachs Hortus Sanitatis, 1491 (woodcut) by German School, (15th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Historical Pictures; German, out of copyright

The Pond at Elvetham during Queen Elizabeths visit
STC347545 The Pond at Elvetham during Queen Elizabeths visit, from The Honourable Entertainment given to the Queens Majestie in Prgresse at Elvetham in Hampshire by the Right Hon ble the Earl of

Ms 9342 Fol. 182 Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) Using a Diving Bell (vellum)
CHT169065 Ms 9342 Fol.182 Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) Using a Diving Bell (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Inauguration of the Suez Canal, allegory of the union of the Mediterranean
CHT169367 The Inauguration of the Suez Canal, allegory of the union of the Mediterranean and Red Seas, 1870 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Folding chair, c. 1620-50 (walnut)
5042997 Folding chair, c.1620-50 (walnut) by Netherlandish School, (17th century); 100x74.5x44.3 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Subscription Receipt, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Subscription Receipt, 1720s. [Sea-god in chariot pulled by hippicamps]

Arion on a Dolphin surrounded by a Border decorated with Sea Creatures, from a Set of Circular Designs with Sea Gods, 1580-1600

Terrarum Orbis Tabula after G. a Schagen. C. 1689
Terrarum Orbis Tabula after G. a Schagen. Pub. C. 1689 (hand coloured engraving)

Allegory of the Power of Great Britain by Sea, design for a decorative panel for
XYC129311 Allegory of the Power of Great Britain by Sea, design for a decorative panel for George Is ceremonial coach, c.1720 (oil on panel) by Thornhill, James (1675-1734) (attr)

Phantasy
Mer-babies playing in the surf of crashing waves. Date: 1929

Steel buckler or shield for a Rennen joust, 16th century.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century

Vase Group Mermaids Mermen Sea Centaurs 17th century
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Sea chart of part of the Norwegian coast, Norway, print maker: Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen I, unknown, 1681 - 1799

Sea chart of the Atlantic Ocean to the west coast of Europe and parts of Africa, Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen I, unknown, 1681-1803

USA, Georgia, Savannah, Forsyth Park fountain, detail

Triton and Nereida sculpture on the Malecon, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, North America

John Davies, Writer
JOHN DAVIES Poet and writing-master of Hereford : a delightful composition of cherubs, mermen and mermaids - with a skull for good measure

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"Unveiling the Enchanting World of Mermen: From Ancient Hydria to Victorian Livery Badges" Dive into a captivating journey through time as we explore the mesmerizing realm of mermen, mythical creatures that have fascinated humanity for centuries. Our first stop takes us back to ancient Greece with the Hydria (Water Jar) from 515-500 BCE, crafted by the talented Leagros Group. Adorned with intricate depictions of merfolk frolicking in aquatic bliss, this masterpiece transports us to an era where legends thrived. Fast forward to the late 19th century and discover a mysterious Casting Bottle from Europe, its creator shrouded in anonymity. This enigmatic artifact hints at a time when belief in these enchanting beings still lingered within society's collective imagination. Next on our voyage is Sceaux Faience Manufactory's Wall Fountain and Basin from c. 1755. Immerse yourself in its elegance as mermaids gracefully cascade water into intricately designed basins, showcasing both artistic finesse and functional beauty. Travel further through history to France circa 1780 and be captivated by Les Quatre Elements (The Four Elements), a sumptuous furnishing fabric depicting majestic mermen ruling over their aquatic domains amidst swirling waves and celestial elements—a testament to mankind's enduring fascination with these mythical creatures. Gabriel Huquier's The Fountain of the Graces beckons us next, dating back to 1737. Marvel at this exquisite creation where graceful mermaids dance alongside elegant fountains—each droplet reflecting their ethereal allure. Delving deeper into history reveals a stunning Victorian livery badge cast in silver during 1841—an emblematic representation of devotion towards these legendary beings that transcended even social hierarchies. Maximilian's Hunts come alive before our eyes—a series of captivating artworks capturing thrilling encounters between humans and merfolk.