Metazoa Collection (page 2)

NORWAY. Begby. Zoomorphic figures (1000 BC). Bronze Age. Cave

FORTUNY I MARSAL, Mariano (1838-1874). Camels. Notes from the War of Africa (Hispano-Moroccan War), 1860. Drawing with pencil. Romanticism. Drawing. SPAIN. CATALONIA. TARRAGONA. Reus

BUFFON, Georges-Louis Leclerc, count de (1707-1788). French naturalist, mathematician, cosmologist, and encyclopedic author. Engraving. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona

MEXICO. BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR. Painted Cave. Cave paintings at San Francisco Mountains (circa 1100 BC). Neolithic art. Cave

Pinhead with mythological figure. Pre-Columbian art. Jewelry. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum. Proc: COLOMBIA. CAUCA. Restrepo

Gold stick handle with figure of a bird. Majagual (Sucre). Made by lost-wax casting process. Sinu art. Jewelry. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum

Zoomorph as primate. Art of the Mende ethnic group of Sierra Leone. African art. Sculpture on rock. Private Collection. Proc: SIERRA LEONE

SABATTIER, Louis R魹(1863 - 1935). WWI. France
SABATTIER, Louis R魹 (1863 - 1935). WWI. France. Soldiers at the train station. 1916. Drawing

FIRENZE, Aldebrando da. Treaty of Medicine, 1356
FIRENZE, Aldebrando da (14th century). Treatise on medicine. 1356. FIRENZE, Aldebrando da (14th century). Fol. 174. The partridges and pheasants. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. PORTUGAL. Lisbon

Vultures. Engraving after a drawing by a F. Padr
Vultures. Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠠

Iguanas. Specie of lizard. Engraving after a

Bullfrog. Ranidae amphibian. Engraving from a painting by F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

Cocodriles in the Nile river. Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

Reptiles and Crustaceans. Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

Group of turtles. Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

Eagle ray (Myliobatis aguila). Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

Group of Lesser Whitethroats. Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

European Common Frog. Amphibians. Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

Salmons. Engraving after a drawing by a F. Padr󮠅
Salmons. Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

Chimaera (Chimaera arctica). Engraving after a drawing by a F.Padr󮠅 ngraving

White Cockatoo. Engraving after a drawing by

Eagles with their young. Engraving after a drawing

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"Exploring the Metazoa: A Journey through Art, History, and Nature" Step into a world where art intertwines with the wonders of nature. From Albrecht Dürer's intricate portrayal of a Hare in 1502 during the Renaissance to Carel Fabritius' captivating depiction of The Goldfinch, these masterpieces transport us to a time when artists sought to capture the essence of life. But it is not only in paintings that we find inspiration from the animal kingdom. Engravings after drawings by unknown artists reveal the mysterious beauty of Sea Lampreys, while Lorenzo de Medici's Italian influence shines through his fascination with horses. And who can forget the Eagle-shaped Visigothic fibula from the 6th century? A bronze masterpiece that showcases both craftsmanship and symbolism. Traveling further across continents, we encounter ancient rock paintings in Tanzania's Kondoa Irangi and Argentina's Cave of Hands. These primitive artworks provide glimpses into early human civilization and their connection with animals as depicted on cave walls. The love for wildlife extends beyond artistic expressions; it finds its way into literature too. Oppianus' Cynegetica takes us on an ancient journey exploring hunting and fishing techniques, revealing our enduring relationship with nature throughout history. Even Currier and Ives captured this bond between humans and animals in their lithograph titled "Capturing the Whale. " It reminds us how mankind has always been fascinated by creatures inhabiting our vast oceans. In Venezuela, amidst a thatched roof hides an enchanting creature - Avicularia metallica or Metallic White-toed Tarantula. Its iridescent colors blend seamlessly with its surroundings, showcasing nature's ability to create mesmerizing beings even within our own homes. Lastly, let us not forget Norway's Begby Zoomorphic figures cast in bronze around 1000 BC.