Snake Charmers Collection

Snake charmer playing flute-like instrument, snake emerging from basket in front

The Cobra and the Snake Charmer (engraving)
8639602 The Cobra and the Snake Charmer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cobra and the Snake Charmer)

Snake-Charmers (b/w photo)
8649207 Snake-Charmers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snake-Charmers)

An Indian Snake Charmer (colour litho)
8644941 An Indian Snake Charmer (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Indian Snake Charmer)

Burma: Snake Charmers with Hamadryads, Kuy Cobras (b/w photo)
8646138 Burma: Snake Charmers with Hamadryads, Kuy Cobras (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snake Charmers with Hamadryads, Kuy Cobras)

Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment)
7309980 Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment) by Bagge, Halvor (1866-1939); 33(maximum) cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Performing Snake-Charmers at Cairo (engraving)
1623090 Performing Snake-Charmers at Cairo (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performing Snake-Charmers at Cairo)

Snakes in India (engraving)
1046218 Snakes in India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snakes in India. Illustration for The Graphic)

Les charmeurs de serpents au Maroc (engraving)
2814215 Les charmeurs de serpents au Maroc (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les charmeurs de serpents au Maroc)

Snake Charmers, to be seen outside the various Hotels in the season (b / w photo)
3652845 Snake Charmers, to be seen outside the various Hotels in the season (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snake Charmers)

Indian cobra and pit viper (chromolitho)
2782626 Indian cobra and pit viper (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian cobra and pit viper)

Serpent charmers
LLM338462 Serpent charmers by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Serpent charmers. All Round the World, First Series (1868).); © Look and Learn

Lualla, the Abyssinian Snake Charmer, at the Royal Aquarium (engraving)
1589835 Lualla, the Abyssinian Snake Charmer, at the Royal Aquarium (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lualla, the Abyssinian Snake Charmer)

Snake-Charmers, Inhabitants of the Riff Coast, Morocco (engraving)
1098417 Snake-Charmers, Inhabitants of the Riff Coast, Morocco (engraving) by Johnson, Harry John (1826-84); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snake-Charmers, Inhabitants of the Riff Coast, Morocco)

Snake Charmers Willoughby Wallace Hooper English
Snake Charmers; Willoughby Wallace Hooper (English, 1837 - 1912); India, Asia; 1873; Albumen silver print

Snake charmer, Place Jemaa El Fna, Marrakesh, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

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Snake charmers have long captivated audiences with their mesmerizing performances. With a flute-like instrument in hand, they skillfully weave enchanting melodies that seem to beckon the serpents from their slumber. As the music fills the air, a snake emerges from its basket, swaying and slithering in perfect harmony. The art of snake charming dates back centuries and has been depicted in various forms throughout history. A replica figurine of a Snake Goddess from 1903-06 showcases the reverence given to these mystical creatures. Crafted out of ceramic and pigment, it serves as a testament to the cultural significance attached to snake charmers. Engravings depicting performing snake-charmers in Cairo and India offer glimpses into different corners of the world where this ancient practice thrived. From Morocco to Abyssinia, these skilled individuals could be found captivating audiences with their daring displays. A black-and-white photograph captures an intriguing scene outside hotels during peak season - snake charmers showcasing their talents for eager onlookers. The image transports us back in time when such spectacles were common sights amidst bustling crowds. Chromolithographs featuring Indian cobras and pit vipers highlight not only the beauty but also the danger associated with these reptiles, and is through their mastery over these creatures that snake charmers command both respect and awe. One engraving depicts Lualla, an Abyssinian Snake Charmer at the Royal Aquarium, drawing attention to how this unique form of entertainment transcended borders and enthralled people across continents. Another engraving showcases inhabitants of Morocco's Riff Coast engaging in serpent charming - a reminder that this ancient tradition was not limited by geographical boundaries but rather embraced by diverse cultures worldwide. Le charmeur de serpents stands tall as yet another artistic representation capturing the allure surrounding this age-old craft. Its intricate details bring forth images of exotic lands where snakes are revered for their mysticism.