Terrapin Collection

Leatherback sea turtle (sphargis coriacea)

Texas Diamondback Terrapin - Swimming underwater
PM-10472 Texas Diamondback Terrapin - Swimming underwater Malaclemys terrapin littoralis Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Red-eared Terrapin
JD-4442 Red-eared Terrapin Pseudemys scripta elecans John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mannen Bridge, Fukagawa, 1858. 1858. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Mannen Bridge, Fukagawa, 1858

European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis (speckled tortoise, Testudo europaea) and variety, La Ronde
FLO4694997 European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis (speckled tortoise, Testudo europaea) and variety, La Ronde, Testudo orbicularis

European pond turtle 1,2, Emys orbicularis (near threatened), and yellow tortoise 3, Chelonoidis denticulata
FLO4655043 European pond turtle 1,2, Emys orbicularis (near threatened), and yellow tortoise 3, Chelonoidis denticulata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jean Baptiste Guyard after an

Netting terrapins, 1882. Creator: Unknown
Netting terrapins, 1882

Newly Published Perspective Picture of the Gate of the Palace of the Dragon King... c. 1772/89
Newly Published Perspective Picture of the Gate of the Palace of the Dragon King (Shinpan uki-e Ryugu karamon no zu), c. 1772/89

Three Young Dreamers, c. 1760. Creator: Torii Kiyohiro
Three Young Dreamers, c. 1760. Detail from a larger artwork

School children and three terrapin, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
School children and three terrapin, Washington, D.C. (1899?)

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Savannah Side-necked Turtle (Podocnemis vogli) released after being found by fishermen in the river, Orinoco River, 110 Km north of Puerto Ayacucho. Apure Province, Venezuela. Date: 27/06/2011

Jurojin, from the series "A Comparison of the Treasures of the Gods of Good Fortune... c. 1795
Jurojin, from the series "A Comparison of the Treasures of the Gods of Good Fortune (Fukujin takara awase)", c. 1795

Jurojin, from the series "The Seven Gods of Good Fortune (Adesugata Shichifukujin)
Jurojin, from the series " The Seven Gods of Good Fortune (Adesugata Shichifukujin)", c. 1770/76

Ichimura Kamezo I performing the Sanbaso dance, c. 1756. Creator: Torii Kiyohiro
Ichimura Kamezo I performing the Sanbaso dance, c. 1756

Three Young Dreamers, c. 1760. Creator: Torii Kiyohiro
Three Young Dreamers, c. 1760

Boy as Jurojin, from an untitled series of children as the Seven Gods of Good Fortune, Japan, 1780s

Women and Children on the Causeway at Shinobazu Pond, c. 1788. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Women and Children on the Causeway at Shinobazu Pond, c. 1788

Willow Island (Yanagishima), from the series "A Series of Willows (Yanagi bantsuzuki)
Willow Island (Yanagishima), from the series " A Series of Willows (Yanagi bantsuzuki)", c. 1828

Lady Seated by a Tokonoma Alcove, 1829. Creator: Totoya Hokkei
Lady Seated by a Tokonoma Alcove, 1829

Sea turtles and Urashima Taro, c. 1825. Creator: Totoya Hokkei
Sea turtles and Urashima Taro, c. 1825

Kintaro Captures the Carp (Kintaro rigyo o torau), July 1885

Turtle, c. 1840s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Turtle, c. 1840s

Turtles swimming in a stream, c. 1840. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Turtles swimming in a stream, c. 1840

Red-eared Slider(Trachemys scripta elegans) on log in wetland Marion County, Illinois

Inkstone in the Form of a Double-Headed... Han dynasty or six dynasties period, c
Inkstone in the Form of a Double-Headed Turtle, Han dynasty (206 B.C.-221 A.D.) or six dynasties period (220-589), c. 3rd-5th century A.D

Vase, 1877 / 79. Creator: Union Porcelain Works
Vase, 1877/79. White porcelain in the shape of a pitcher plant and terrapin

Boys Playing with a Basin of Fish and Turtles, early 19th century

Turtles, Edo period, 18th century. Creator: Maruyama Okyo
Turtles, Edo period, 18th century

George III terrapin snuff box, 1817 (silver & shell)
1547287 George III terrapin snuff box, 1817 (silver & shell) by Reily, John (d.c.1826); length: 7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: With gilt interior)

European Pond Turtle (colour litho)
998648 European Pond Turtle (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der Amphibien in ihren)

Terrapin Point from Goat Isle, Niagara Falls, NY, USA. Date: circa 1930s

The Four Elements (panel)
MHB68177 The Four Elements (panel) by Brueghel, Jan the Younger (1601-78); Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

Caspian turtle or striped-neck terrapin, Mauremys caspica (Clemmys caspica). Handcoloured lithograph by Gebhart after an illustration by Sandler from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural

Serrated tortoise and diamondback terrapin
Serrated tortoise or Kalahari tent tortoise, Psammobates oculiferus (Testudo serrata), and diamondback terrapin, Malaclemys terrapin (concentric tortoise, Testudo concentrica)

European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis (speckled tortoise, Testudo europaea) and variety, la Ronde, Testudo orbicularis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George

European pond turtle and yellow tortoise
European pond turtle 1, 2, Emys orbicularis (near threatened), and yellow tortoise 3, Chelonoidis denticulata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jean Baptiste Guyard after an illustration by

Terrapin (colour litho)
998647 Terrapin (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der Amphibien in ihren)

Terrapin (colour litho)
5998129 Terrapin (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terrapin. Illustration for The New Book of Knowledge edited by Sir John Hammerton (Waverley)

Water, 1568. Creator: Jost Ammon
Water, 1568

A giant terrapin

A giant terrapin

The Waterwheel at Onden (Onden no suisha), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Bijin Urashima and the Seven Fortune Beings (Shichi-fuku-jin). Creator: Totoya Hokkei
Bijin Urashima and the Seven Fortune Beings (Shichi-fuku-jin)

Uba, ca. 1860. ca. 1860. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Uba, ca. 1860

A Florida Swamp, 1872. Creator: Frederick William Quartley
A Florida Swamp, 1872. Birds, lizards, snakes, Spanish moss and other exotic vegetation in the south eastern USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In

Yellow-spotted River Turtle (Podocnemis unifilis), Yasuni National Park, Amazon Rainforest, ECUADOR. South America

European Pond Terrapins
SM-387 European Pond Terrapins Emys orbicularis Stefan Meyers contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Red-eared slider turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans), side view

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"Terrapin: A Journey Through Art and Nature" Step into the world of terrapins, where art and nature intertwine to create a captivating experience. From the vibrant Red-eared Terrapin captured in Mannen Bridge, Fukagawa by Ando Hiroshige in 1858, to the majestic Leatherback sea turtle known as sphargis coriacea, these creatures have inspired artists throughout history. Witness the grace and beauty of the Texas Diamondback Terrapin as it gracefully swims underwater, showcasing its unique patterns and colors. Travel to Belgium with the Red-Eared Slider, a terrapin species that has found its way across continents. Delve into ancient Japanese culture through artworks like "Jurojin" from Hosoda Eishi's series "A Comparison of the Treasures of Gods of Good Fortune. " This depiction transports us back to c. 1795 when Jurojin was revered as one of Japan's seven gods representing good fortune. Explore traditional dances such as Sanbaso performed by Ichimura Kamezo I in 1756 or marvel at Torii Kiyohiro's portrayal of Three Young Dreamers from around 1760. These artistic expressions bring forth a sense of wonderment and cultural significance. In an untitled series featuring children embodying the Seven Gods of Good Fortune, witness a young boy transformed into Jurojin himself. This artwork reminds us that even in youthfulness lies wisdom and prosperity. Finally, immerse yourself in everyday life with Torii Kiyonaga's masterpiece "Women and Children on the Causeway at Shinobazu Pond" created in 1788. The tranquil scene depicts women strolling alongside children near a pond teeming with terrapins—a testament to their enduring presence throughout history. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate these fascinating creatures—terrapins—who have left an indelible mark on art and culture.