Copulating Collection (page 2)

Marital Bondage (watercolour)
7186299 Marital Bondage (watercolour) by Krain, Willibald (1886-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marital Bondage. Illustration from Erganzungsband zum Bilder-Lexicon Kulturgeschichte)

Leda and the Swan, 1787 (engraving)
5323766 Leda and the Swan, 1787 (engraving) by David, Francois-Anne (1741-1824); (add.info.: Statue of Leda, Aetolian princess later Queen of Sparta, seduced by Zeus in the form of a swan)

Illustration from Hypnerotomachia Poliphili by Francesco Colonna, first published in 1499 (woodcut)
472279 Illustration from Hypnerotomachia Poliphili by Francesco Colonna, first published in 1499 (woodcut) by Italian School

Love in the kitchen (colour litho)
7151042 Love in the kitchen (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Love in the kitchen (colour litho)
7151038 Love in the kitchen (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Love in the kitchen (colour litho)
7151043 Love in the kitchen (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Love in the kitchen (colour litho)
7151046 Love in the kitchen (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Asparagus (colour litho)
7151173 Asparagus (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century)

Love in the kitchen (colour litho)
7151044 Love in the kitchen (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Chef tasting the food with a kitchen maid (colour litho)
7151053 Chef tasting the food with a kitchen maid (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme)

Love in the kitchen (colour litho)
7151045 Love in the kitchen (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Love in the kitchen (colour litho)
7151040 Love in the kitchen (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Medieval couple sharing a bath (woodcut)
7186088 Medieval couple sharing a bath (woodcut) by European School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medieval couple sharing a bath)

Fruity sauce (colour litho)
7151035 Fruity sauce (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century. Signed: GAS.); © Look and Learn

Venus (colour litho)
7150566 Venus (colour litho) by Perrault, Leon Bazile (1832-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Venus. Illustration for El Desnudo en el Arte (M Uson, 1906).); © Look and Learn

A tasty bit (colour litho)
7151037 A tasty bit (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Leda and the Swan, Oil on canvas
7224990 Leda and the Swan, Oil on canvas by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519) (after); Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Leda and the Swan)

Leda and the Swan, Oil on canvas
7224989 Leda and the Swan, Oil on canvas by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519) (after); Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: VillaLeda and the Swan)

The Broken Fan (litho)
7186058 The Broken Fan (litho) by Huet, Jean-Baptiste (1745-1811) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Broken Fan)

Depiction of the joys of life (engraving)
7201491 Depiction of the joys of life (engraving) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Depiction of the joys of life)

Leda and the swan with Eros, 200 - 230 (Parian and Luni marble)
7225055 Leda and the swan with Eros, 200 - 230 (Parian and Luni marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Sculpture depicting Leda and the swan with Eros)

Leda and the swan with Eros, 200 - 230 (Parian and Luni marble)
7225056 Leda and the swan with Eros, 200 - 230 (Parian and Luni marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Sculpture depicting Leda and the swan with Eros)

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Caption: "Nature's Intimate Encounters: A Glimpse into the World Creatures" In the enchanting forests of Jaegersborg, Copenhagen, Denmark, a majestic Red Deer couple - Cervus elaphus - engage in their annual ritual of mating. Their graceful dance symbolizes the eternal cycle of life and love. Moving across continents to Egypt, where religion intertwines with nature, we discover an intriguing connection between Nut and copulation. Ancient Egyptians believed that Nut, the sky goddess, gave birth to all living beings through her union with Geb, the earth god. Meanwhile, in a secluded corner of our planet resides another fascinating species engaged in passionate courtship. Mating Marginated Tortoises showcase their unique rituals as they navigate their way towards lifelong companionship. Venturing underwater reveals yet another mesmerizing sight - Nudibranchs engaging in an intricate mating dance. These colorful sea slugs gracefully entwine themselves while creating new life beneath the waves. Closer to home in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany lies a vibrant spectacle by the Middle Elbe river. Moor Frogs - Rana arvalis - gather for their annual breeding frenzy; males croak loudly to attract females who choose their partners based on these captivating melodies. High up among cloud-covered mountains dwells Anolis eladioi – a recently discovered species known for its extraordinary beauty and unique mating habits. This cloud-dwelling anole showcases its elegance during courtship displays amidst misty landscapes. Bratsigovo village in Bulgaria becomes witness to an awe-inspiring aerial performance by European Bee-eaters (Merops apiaster). In mid-air acrobatics filled with grace and precision, pairs mate while celebrating spring's arrival. However, not all encounters end harmoniously as witnessed on South Africa's plains where male lions assert dominance after mating with lionesses. Aggression fills the air as these magnificent creatures establish their hierarchy.