Origin Collection

Jesus as Light of World
Jesus of Nazareth, religious leader of Jewish origin who preached Christianity, depicted here as The Light of the World, knocking at the door of the human soul

Cosmic microwave background. Spherical projection of the cosmic microwave background, using all-sky data from the WMAP (Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe)

Immanuel Kant, caricature
Immanuel Kant. Caricature of the German philosopher Immanuel Kant (1724-1804). Kant published various influential philosophical works on the natural sciences, particularly geophysics and astronomy

Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

The Entry of the Animals into Noahs Ark, 1613. Found in the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

The Deluge. Artist: Court, Joseph-Desire (1797-1865)
The Deluge. Found in the collection of Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon

Continental drift maps
Reconstruction of the map of the world for three periods according to the Displacement Theory. Figs 1-2 from The Origin of Continents and Oceans (1924) by Alfred Wegener

Charles Darwin with a lookalike ape
Charles Darwin holding up a hand mirror to an ape, showing how alike the pair of them are

Jesus on Cross (Durer)
JESUS CHRIST known also as JESUS OF NAZARETH Religious leader of Jewish origin who preached christianity. Depicted on the Cross

Sculpture at starting point of South West Coast Path, Minehead, Somerset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Two skeletons, human and gorilla
A human skeleton compared with that of a gorilla

The Houses of York and Lancaster, their Origin and Re-Union, Genealogy of the Kings from Edward III to Henry VII
973055 The Houses of York and Lancaster, their Origin and Re-Union, Genealogy of the Kings from Edward III to Henry VII, with their Armorial Bearings and Badges (coloured engraving)

Darwins Study, Down
CHARLES DARWINs HOME The study in which he wrote On The Origin Of Species

Classical Myth / Lilith
LILITH, night vampire probably of Babylonian origin, supposed to haunt wildernesses. In Rabbinical writings she is supposed to have been Adams first wife

The Creation of Adam painting by Michelangelo on ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
Vintage masterpiece painting of The Creation of Adam. Painted by Michelangelo on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, circa 1511a'1512

The Invention of the Art of Drawing (oil on canvas)
490133 The Invention of the Art of Drawing (oil on canvas) by Suvee, Joseph Benoit (1743-1807); 267x131.5 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: In this painting)

Great Zimbabwe / Artefacts
A plan of the site of the incredible ancient buildings at Great Zimbabwe, and a few of the many objects found at the site. Everything is of ancient African origin

Iran, Teheran - Nayrouz (The New Year Festival) - an event which was Coptic and originated in Egypt. Ignorant of the Egyptian language for the most part

Egyptian creation myth. 19th-century artwork of a story from the Egyptian creation myths from the third and second millennia BC

Frank Decker & Price
Harry Price tests Frank Decker, one of Americas most outstanding mediums : he was of Syrian origin. Date: 8 June 1933

Primordial Soup
Christophe Kiciak

The mysterious Bermuda Triangle where aircraft and vessels vanish
For decades the area known as the Bermuda Triangle has been a place of deep mystery as ships, aircraft and people have all mysteriously vanished, never to be seen again

A herd of dinosaurs walk past a flying saucer lodged into the ground
A herd of herbivorous ceratopsian dinosaurs from the Cretaceous Period, walk past a giant flying saucer lodged into the ground after a bad landing

Sauropod and duckbill dinosaurs feed peacefully together
In this prehistoric scene, both sauropod and duckbill dinosaurs feed peacefully together, but remain alert to any possible dangers

Hands of a primate and a human (pencil on paper)
XZL151542 Hands of a primate and a human (pencil on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Wetlands at sunrise, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Evolution of the Universe, artwork
Evolution of the Universe. Computer artwork showing the evolution of the Universe from the Big Bang (far left) 12-15 billion years ago to the present day (far right)

Origin Species, CH Bennett, banker - vulture
Vulturine. Satire on Darwins Origin of Species showing the evolution of a vulture to a banker. Known for his beak and bald head the vulture has exchanged his feathers for a broadcloth

The Dolly Sisters, Paris, 1924
Photograph showing The Dolly Sisters clad in an feathered outfit at the Palace Theatre, Paris, 1924. Janzieska and Roszieska Deutsch, known simply as Jenny and Rosie Dolly

Dolmen of Bagneux
The Dolmen of Bagneux, near Saumur. A massive megalith of neolithic origin, comprising of eight upright slabs in two rows, covered by three immense horizontal slabs

British white cattle - cow. Rare Breed Trust Cotswold Farm Park Temple Guiting near Stow on the Wold UK
MAB-639 British white cattle - cow Rare Breed Trust Cotswold Farm Park Temple Guiting near Stow on the Wold UK This long lived breed goes back to Celtic and Roman times and was once hunted for sport

Aztec: page from Vienna Nahua manuscript of Zapotec origin. Lithograph

The Nummulosphere Part I. Front Cover
An account of the organic origin of so-called igneous rocks and of abyssal red clays by Kirkpatrick, Randolph (1863-1950), London. 1913

Neanderthal Man (pencil on paper)
XZL151553 Neanderthal Man (pencil on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Big Bang and early galaxies. Galaxies forming in the early universe following the Big Bang, the initial expansion of all the matter in the universe from an infinitely compact state some 13.7 billion

Jesus of Nazareth, religious leader of Jewish origin who preached Christianity

Downe, Beckenham, Kent, England
5614277 Downe, Beckenham, Kent, England; (add.info.: Downe, Beckenham, Kent, England. The home of Charles Darwin. Inset left, his study where The Origin of the Species was written and inset right)

Satyrus, Ourang Outang. Engraved by Barlow, 18th century
3052972 Satyrus, Ourang Outang. Engraved by Barlow, 18th century.; Private Collection.

Sebastien Erard, born Sebastian Erhard
3253056 Sebastien Erard, born Sebastian Erhard; (add.info.: Sebastien Erard, born Sebastian Erhard, 1752-1831. French instrument maker of German origin who specialised in the production of pianos)

Alexander Maclaren, 1826 - 1910
3083219 Alexander Maclaren, 1826 - 1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: English non-conformist minister of Scottish origin)

The Russian Emigres, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
1197487 The Russian Emigres, c. 1900 (oil on canvas) by Levy-Dhurmer, Lucien (1865-1953); 92.7x73.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images.

The Countess of Salisbury losing her garter dancing at a court ball, for King Edward II to pick up
FLO4622983 The Countess of Salisbury losing her garter dancing at a court ball, for King Edward II to pick up. The origin of the Order of the Garter, founded in 1348

Simia Lar, Great Gibbon. Engraved by Barlow, 18th century
3052977 Simia Lar, Great Gibbon. Engraved by Barlow, 18th century.; Private Collection.

Tower of Babel (print)
5322627 Tower of Babel (print) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Construction of the Tower of Babel. After a 17th century print.).

Robert Hooke (1635 - 1703) English scientist. Title page of a 1745 edition of his work Micrographia
529157 Robert Hooke (1635 - 1703) English scientist. Title page of a 1745 edition of his work Micrographia, detailing his observations through various lenses

The flood, 1850. Creator: Coghetti, Francesco (1801-1875)
The flood, 1850. Found in the Collection of the Museo Nacional de San Carlos, Mexiko-Stadt.

The entry of the animals into Noah's Ark, c.1610. Creator: Eynde, Catherine van den (active 1605-1629)
The entry of the animals into Noah's Ark, c.1610. Found in the Collection of the Galleria Sabauda, Torino.

The Drunkenness of Noah, ca 1665. Creator: Giordano, Luca (1632-1705)
The Drunkenness of Noah, ca 1665. Private Collection

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"Unveiling the Tapestry of Origins: From Divine Light to Evolutionary Insights" In a world filled with wonders and mysteries, the concept has captivated human minds for centuries, and is an intricate web that connects us to our past, shaping our present and influencing our future. From religious beliefs to scientific discoveries, let us embark on a journey through time and explore the diverse facets of origin. We begin with Jesus as the Light of the World, symbolizing hope and enlightenment. His teachings have guided countless souls towards understanding their own origins and purpose in life. Moving forward, we encounter Joseph-Desire Court's masterpiece "The Deluge, " depicting humanity's ancient struggle against cataclysmic forces – a reminder that even in chaos, new beginnings can emerge. As we delve deeper into scientific realms, we uncover cosmic microwave background radiation – remnants from the birth of our universe. This celestial echo whispers tales of primordial creation and unveils secrets hidden within space itself. The Statue of Liberty stands tall as a beacon representing America's origin story - a land built upon dreams and aspirations. No exploration would be complete without Noah's Ark; its depiction by unknown artists showcases how different species found refuge during times of great upheaval – an ode to survival amidst adversity. Continental drift maps reveal Earth's ever-changing face over eons; continents shifting like puzzle pieces forming landscapes we now call home. Religious art resurfaces with Albrecht Durer's poignant portrayal of Jesus on the Cross – reminding us that sacrifice often paves the way for new beginnings. Charles Darwin enters this narrative alongside his primate counterpart; his revolutionary theory challenges traditional notions about mankind's place in nature. Genealogy takes center stage as colored engravings depict The Houses of York and Lancaster - tracing royal bloodlines back to Edward III while showcasing emblems that represent their origins. A sculpture at Minehead marks the starting point for South West Coast Path, inviting adventurers to explore the origins of breathtaking landscapes.