Peering Collection (page 6)

Man at a Window, 1653 (oil on canvas)
XAM72443 Man at a Window, 1653 (oil on canvas) by Hoogstraten, Samuel van (1627-78); 111x86.5 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Dutch, out of copyright

The doctor indulged with his favorite scene, Cruikshank, Isaac, 1756-1811, engraving 1790?, cleric Dr. Richard Price, kneeling on a crown with a demon on his back

Midas at the source of the River Pactolus (oil on canvas) (b / w photo)
XIR165195 Midas at the source of the River Pactolus (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665); Musee Fesch, Ajaccio, Corsica

The Artists Father and Son on the Doorstep of his House, c. 1866-67 (oil on panel)
XIR155982 The Artists Father and Son on the Doorstep of his House, c.1866-67 (oil on panel) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 25.5x20 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen

Black-and-white Ruffed Lemur -Varecia variegata-, clinging to a thin tree trunk, Vakona Park, Madagascar

Verreauxs Sifaka -Propithecus verreauxi-, in a tree, Nakampoana Nature Reserve, Madagascar

Dice Snake -Natrix tessellata-, basking, focussing gaze on frog in water, Bulgaria

Brown bear cubs, Lake Clark National Park, Alaska, USA

Brown bear, Lake Clark National Park, Alaska, USA

Curious Kitties
Three little kittens poke their heads out of a tub, circa 1950. (Photo by American Stock Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Curious Boys
A group of boys peering under a gate, East Side, Buffalo, New York, circa 1925. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Pine Marten, mustalid, United Kingdom, Europe

Picture No. 11067616
Common / Brown Hare hiding in a field. UK. Date:

Picture No. 11067380
Cat Brown Burmese 4 month old kitten. Date:

Picture No. 11067336
Cat Chinchilla Persian Kitten. Date:

Picture No. 11066861
American Pine Marten peering out of log pile in snow. Yellowstone National Park, USA. Date:

Japan - Five Geisha Girls greet a new arrival Date: circa 1904

Egyptian street knife grinder - Port Said. A young boy is fascinated and has popped his head out of a small window to watch the grinder grinding away. Date: circa 1902

Grandma peering at the Christmas Cake - 1950s
Grandma peers at the Christmas Cake - Family Christmas Dinner, 1950s. Note the lack of icing on the cake - sugar was still being rationed at this time. Date: early 1950s

Three American Sporty Types
Three Queens Three American sporty girls, one holding a tennis racket - peep over a garden fence. Date: circa 1910s

A red panda remains hidden in his shelter, built by forest guards who protect this endangered animal, Darjeeling, India, Asia

Picture No. 10892885
Cat - kitten peering out of garden shed Date:

Picture No. 10890151
Dog - peering over wall Date:

Picture No. 10893787
European Red Fox - peering curiously into the lens of camera (Vulpes vulpes) Date:

Picture No. 10893785
European Red Fox - peering curiously into the lens of camera (Vulpes vulpes) Date:

Picture No. 10891298
1 week old duckling - peering through wooden heart ornament Date:

Picture No. 10891307
1 week old duckling - peering through wooden heart ornament Date:

Picture No. 10984613
Yellow-bellied Marmot - peering out of boulders Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA (Marmota flaviventris) Date:

Picture No. 10983029
Dog - Jack Russell Terrier peering through kennel cage Date:

San Ildefonso man peering from behind large rock formation, c1927. Photograph by Edward Curtis (1868-1952)

Lady Godinas Rout Or Peeping Tom Spying Out Pope Joan, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, Engraving 1796, A Fashionable Crowd Playing Cards At Two Tables

The Doctor Indulged With His Favorite Scene, Cruikshank, Isaac, 1756-1811, Engraving 1790ja, Cleric Dr. Richard Price, Kneeling On A Crown With A Demon On His Back

Leopard tortoise peering out of shell

Also known as the Skink Gecko, this relatively large gecko has long legs, cylindrical body, a large, powerful head, and protruding eyes

Squirrel Monkey, Saimiri species, brown monkey, pointed ears, clinging onto tree branch, four toed feet spread, long tail hanging behind, peering down onto ground, front view

Two Chinchillas standing on a rock and peering down at something

Side on view of an owlet bending over to the side

Carolina Duckling leaning forward

Yellow Fowl chick bends over peering at the ground

Black kitten standing on edge of surface, peering down over edge, head leaning down, rear view

Head of Horse (Equus caballus) peering over open top half of green stable door, front view

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus), Wapusk National Park, Churchill, Hudson Bay, Manitoba, Canada, North America

Grey Squirrel - looking out from hole in tree - Bedfordshire UK 12584
BB-2453 Grey Squirrel - looking out from hole in tree Bedfordshire UK Sciurus carolinensis Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Grey Squirrel - looking out from hole in tree - Bedfordshire UK 12583
BB-2452 Grey Squirrel - looking out from hole in tree Bedfordshire UK Sciurus carolinensis Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

CAT - Kitten looking around the side of a wooden box
JD-22810-c CAT - Kitten looking around the side of a wooden box John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Ferret - emerging from gutter hole in the street
ME-2512 Ferret - emerging from gutter hole in the street mustela Johan De Meester contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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"Peering into the Past and Present: A Glimpse of Curiosity" In the captivating artwork "Women from Galicia at the Window, c. 1655-1660, " we witness a group of women peering out from their window, their eyes filled with curiosity as they observe the world beyond. Their gazes hold stories untold, inviting us to wonder about their lives and experiences. Similarly, in "The King of Brobdingnag and Gulliver, " published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803, we see two figures engaged in an intense conversation. The King peers down at Gulliver with a mix of fascination and skepticism, while Gulliver looks up at him with wide-eyed astonishment. This exchange between different worlds highlights our innate desire to understand what lies beyond our own reality. Moving forward to "A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties of Ye Antique, " also published by Hannah Humphrey, we find ourselves immersed in a scene where a connoisseur intently studies ancient artifacts. His focused gaze reveals his deep appreciation for art's timeless beauty—a reminder that peering closely can unveil hidden treasures. Meanwhile, "Curiosity" from the Pears Annual Christmas edition in 1892 captures a young girl peeking through her fingers at something mysterious unfolding before her eyes. Her sense of wonder reminds us that curiosity is not bound by time or age—it is an essential part of human nature. Nature itself offers moments worth peering into as well; take for instance the image capturing a little owl perched inside a drainpipe or a tawny owl peeking behind a pine tree—both showcasing how these creatures silently observe their surroundings with unwavering focus. Venturing further into folklore brings us face-to-face with yetis—an elusive creature whose existence remains shrouded in mystery. Peering into tales passed down through generations allows our imagination to wander into the realms of the unknown.