Optical Illusions Collection

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ICC World Twenty20 Super Eights match between England and India at Lords on June 14, 2009 in London, England. (England are in the field, India batting) Little London

A Mirage on the Steppes of Central Asia (engraving)
1595857 A Mirage on the Steppes of Central Asia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mirage on the Steppes of Central Asia)

Algerine Will o the Wisp (engraving)
1594318 Algerine Will o the Wisp (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Algerine Will o the Wisp. Illustration for The Pictorial Times, 26 September 1846)

The Spectre Drama at the Polytechnic Institution (engraving)
1588303 The Spectre Drama at the Polytechnic Institution (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spectre Drama at the Polytechnic Institution)

The first anaglyph advertisement ever published (colour litho)
605497 The first anaglyph advertisement ever published (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first anaglyph advertisement ever published)

The Stereoscope, Pseudoscope, and Solid Daguerreotypes (engraving)
1607279 The Stereoscope, Pseudoscope, and Solid Daguerreotypes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stereoscope, Pseudoscope, and Solid Daguerreotypes)

Two Masai giraffe crossing necks by trees, Serengeti, Tanzania
Two Masai giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis tippelskirchii) crossing necks by trees, Serengeti; Tanzania

Spiral Staircase

Brocken spectre seen from hilltop, appears when sun shines from behind person who is looking down from ridge or peak into mist or fog, Jeffrey Hill, Longridge, Lancashire, England, january

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ICC World Twenty20 group match between England and Pakistan at the Oval on June 7th 2009 in London, England. (England are in the field, India batting) Little London

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The worst snow for 18 years hits London bringing the city to a standstill. Little London

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic World of Optical Illusions" Step into a realm where reality bends and perception deceives. Toby Allen's captivating artwork from SpecialistStock transports us to a world of visual trickery, where our eyes play tricks on our minds. From the mesmerizing "A Mirage on the Steppes of Central Asia" to the elusive "Algerine Will o the Wisp, " these engravings bewitch us with their mysterious allure. Prepare for an unforgettable spectacle as we delve into "The Spectre Drama at the Polytechnic Institution. " This engraving takes us on a journey through shadows and light, leaving us questioning what is real and what is mere illusion. And behold, witness history in motion with "The first anaglyph advertisement ever published, " a groundbreaking moment that revolutionized how we perceive art. Immerse yourself in the wonders of technology with "The Stereoscope, Pseudoscope, and Solid Daguerreotypes. " These engravings transport us to another dimension, allowing us to explore depth like never before. Meanwhile, nature reveals its own optical marvels as two Masai giraffes intertwine their necks amidst towering trees in Serengeti's vast landscape. Behold the hypnotic beauty of a Spiral Staircase that seems both infinite and finite simultaneously—a testament to architectural ingenuity and optical illusions working hand-in-hand. And let your imagination soar through Digital black and white 3-Dimensional art that blurs boundaries between reality and fantasy. But nature itself holds secrets too; witness the ethereal Brocken spectre appearing when sunlight pierces through mist or fog while gazing down from Jeffrey Hill in Longridge, Lancashire—nature's own enchanting illusionary performance. In this captivating collection curated by Toby Allen from SpecialistStock, prepare to have your senses bewildered as you navigate through worlds where truth becomes subjective.