Cetorhinus Collection

Squalus maximus, Basking shark taken at Brighton 5 Dec 1812
Watercolour and ink

A most stupendous basking shark caught within one league of
Advertising flyer for the public exhibition in London of a basking shark caught in Brighton

Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) feeding on plankton in surface waters close to the island of Coll, Inner Hebrides. Scotland, UK. Atlantic Ocean. June

RF- Rear view of Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) feeding on plankton, visible as white dots on water surface near island of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK. June

Basking shark
Hand-drawn graphite and watercolour wash depicting side view of head of Basking shark transported from Brighton to London. 10th Dec 1812. Date: 1812

Cetorhinus maximus, or Basking Shark. Date: 1862

Picture No. 10741792
Basking SHARK - with mouth open (Cetorhinus maximus ) Date:

Basking shark, 19th century artwork C016 / 6210
Basking shark (Squalus maximus). Artwork of a basking shark that beached at Brighton, UK on the 5th Dec 1812. the shark was transported to London and exhibited there. It measured 9.5 metres in length

Basking shark, 19th century artwork C016 / 6211
Basking shark (Squalus maximus). Artwork of a basking shark that beached at Brighton, UK on the 5th Dec 1812 being transported on a horse-drawn carrige

Basking shark, 19th century artwork C016 / 6213
Basking shark (Squalus maximus). Artwork of the head of a basking shark that beached at Brighton, UK on the 5th Dec 1812. The shark was transported to London and exhibited there

Horses being used to transport a Basking shark from Brighton
Hand-drawn graphite and watercolour wash depicting the horses used to transport a Basking shark from North Audley Street, Brighton to London on a carriage pulled by 12 horses. 10th Dec 1812

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"Cetorhinus: The Majestic Basking Shark Unveiled" In the vast depths of the Atlantic Ocean, a remarkable creature known as Cetorhinus maximus, or the Basking shark, gracefully glides through the waters. Dating back to December 5th, 1812 in Brighton, this species was first captured on record by Squalus maximus. A most stupendous sighting occurred within one league of Brighton when a colossal Basking shark made its presence known. Its sheer size and magnificence left all who witnessed it in awe. Captured from a rear view perspective, an image reveals this gentle giant feasting upon plankton. Its massive mouth wide open as it filters through countless tiny organisms visible to the naked eye. A true testament to nature's ingenious design. Found not only off the coast of Brighton but also near Coll Island in Scotland's Inner Hebrides, these surface-dwelling creatures continue their peaceful existence. In June, they can be seen feeding on plankton in abundance while basking under the warm rays of sunlight that penetrate the ocean's surface. Throughout history, artists have been captivated by these majestic beings. Artwork from centuries past showcases their grandeur and allure with pieces such as "Basking shark" (C016 / 6210), "Basking shark" (C016 / 6211), and "Basking shark" (C016 / 6213). These artistic representations serve as timeless reminders of our fascination with these magnificent creatures. The enigmatic Cetorhinus maximus continues to astonish us with its grace and beauty. As we explore further into our planet's mysteries, let us cherish and protect these gentle giants for generations to come.