Snail Shell Collection

Annunciation from Book of Hours, MS 92 f.27r, Western France, 1490-1510 (pen & ink with tempera on parchment)
8374249 Annunciation from Book of Hours, MS 92 f.27r, Western France, 1490-1510 (pen & ink with tempera on parchment) by French School, (15th-16th century); 22.8 x 14.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Carrying of the Cross from Book of Hours, MS 92 f.57r, Western France, 1490-1510 (pen & ink with tempera on parchment)
8374175 Carrying of the Cross from Book of Hours, MS 92 f.57r, Western France, 1490-1510 (pen & ink with tempera on parchment) by French School

Sorrel and Shell, c. 1865-74 (w / c on paper)
492602 Sorrel and Shell, c.1865-74 (w/c on paper) by Angell, Helen Cordelia Coleman (1847-84); 10.6x11.9 cm; Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

Burgundy Snail or Edible Snail -Helix pomatia-, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Sea Shells

An old Turkana woman wearing all the finery of her tribe. In a hole pierced below her lower lip, she wears an ornament beautifully made from twisted strands of copper wire

A flamingo tongue snail climbs across an iridescent purple soft coral in the underwater
A flamingo tongue snail climbs across an iridescent purple soft coral near Staniel Cay, Exuma, Bahamas

A sea anemone with purple tips on its arms in an underwater macro photo near Staniel Cay
A sea anemone with purple tips on its arms near Staniel Cay, Exuma, Bahamas

Insects, plants and shells around a chick in an egg, Jacob Hoefnagel, Joris Hoefnagel, 1592

Scale in the form of a shell, supported by a mermaid and a merman, Balthazar van den Bos, Cornelis Floris (II), Hieronymus Cock, 1548

Burgundy snail, Roman snail (Helix pomatia)

Snail shell and bubbles, 3D computer graphics

Burgundy Snail -Helix pomatia-

Snail shell

Burgundy snail, Roman snail -Helix pomatia-

Shells of water snails on the beach, Departement Finistere, Brittany, France

Snail

Garden Snail. Helix Aspersa

Snail

Snail shell

Snail shell

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"Unveiling the Beauty of Snail Shells: From Sorrel and Shell to Underwater Wonders" Delicate strokes of watercolor on paper bring forth the mesmerizing artwork "Sorrel and Shell, c. 1865-74, " showcasing the intricate details of a snail shell. Witness an enchanting underwater spectacle as a flamingo tongue snail gracefully climbs across an iridescent purple soft coral, creating a vibrant display of colors beneath the sea's surface. A captivating macro photograph near Staniel Cay reveals a sea anemone adorned with purple-tipped arms, resembling delicate petals that beckon marine life into its embrace. Journey to Baden-Wurttemberg in Germany and discover the Burgundy Snail or Edible Snail (Helix pomatia), whose elegant spiral shell has become synonymous with culinary delights in European cuisine. The shore whispers secrets as it unveils treasures from the ocean depths - sea shells scattered along sandy beaches serve as timeless reminders of nature's artistry and resilience. Adorned in tribal finery, an old Turkana woman carries with her stories untold, just like the intricately patterned snail shells cherished by her people for generations. Insects buzz around lush plants while tiny shells rest beside a chick nestled within its egg; Jacob Hoefnagel and Joris Hoefnagel's masterpiece captures nature's harmony through their detailed illustration. Balthazar van den Bos' imaginative creation presents scale in the form of a shell supported by mythical creatures - mermaids and mermen intertwine to uphold this symbol of beauty and protection. The Roman snail (Helix pomatia) or Burgundy snail takes center stage once again, showcasing its ornate shell that captivates both naturalists and admirers alike with its unique patterns.