Egg Shell Collection

Humpty Dumpty looking unhappy after his fall, with cracks all over his head. A soldier in the background looks on helplessly

Engraved Ostrich Eggshells, San Culture, Namibia (eggshell)
HSC181666 Engraved Ostrich Eggshells, San Culture, Namibia (eggshell) by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Engraved Ostrich Eggshells, San Culture, Namibia (eggshell)
HSC181667 Engraved Ostrich Eggshells, San Culture, Namibia (eggshell) by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

A Time of Hope
Jackson Carvalho

Easter Card (colour photo)
3096122 Easter Card (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Easter Card. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Baking for stargazers
Dina Belenko

Better luck next time
Hands holding a note Better Luck Next Time with broken open eggshells of white and brown chicken eggs left from baking. Winning a lottery or finding a prize concept.. Dina Belenko

Close-Up Eggs Against Blue Background

Egg with bird legs; British columbia canada

Pueblan Milk Snake (Lampropeltis triangulum campbelli) young, with mouth open, hatching from egg, Mexico

Chicks and Flowers
Four chicks perch on a flower-decked eggshell

Illustration of Maiasaura egg hatching
Palaeozoology - Cretaceous period - Dinosaurs - Maiasaura, egg hatching - Art work

An early dinosaur ancester, Seymouria, hatches from an egg

Udanoceratops hatching out of an egg

Cute illustration of a baby pterodactyl hatching

A pair of Heyuannia huangi attending their nest. In 2015 a study found that the color of fossilized eggs from this species could be determined as having been blue/green in life

alertness, attention, poultry, chicken, concentration, education, farm, hats, inquiry
Children and a broken Egg-Shell, 1874, ladies; man; walk, street; wall; park; outdoor; chicken; farm; hats; looking; attention; concentration; alertness; watchfulness; inquiry; strict; education;

Peasant Family at Meal time, c. 1665 (oil on canvas)
XCF272285 Peasant Family at Meal time, c.1665 (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 44.8x37.5 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Grace before Meat ; ); Dutch

Illustration of Young Tirannosaurus Rex
Palaeozoology - Cretaceous period - Dinosaurs - Young Tirannosaurus Rex - Art work

Chick (Gallus gallus) hatching from egg, side view

Baby bird breaking egg shell from inside

Newly hatched Budgerigar chicks (Melopsittacus undulatus) huddled together, with one unhatched egg

Newly hatched chick (Gallus gallus) lying face down next to brown broken egg shell

Black feather showing through a cracked egg shell

Duckling (Anatidae) hatched from egg shell, side view

Three small yellow ducklings hatched from their shells

Fluffy yellow Ducklings (Anatidae) beside egg shells

Chickens egg outer shell detail, SEM
Chickens egg outer shell detail, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Hard-shelled eggs are produced by birds and some reptiles. The shell protects the growing embryo inside

Broken egg shell, SEM
Broken egg shell, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Hard-shelled eggs are produced by birds and some reptiles. The shell protects the embryo inside

Egg shell membrane, SEM
Egg shell membrane, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Broken egg shell, showing details of the membrane (across bottom) that is on the inside of the shell wall

Pueblan Milk Snake (Lampropeltis triangulum campbelli) young, hatching from egg, Mexico

Domestic Chicken, freerange eggs in egg tray, England

Black grouse chick
Newly emerged black grouse chick (Tetrao tetrix)

American robin nest. Empty nest with the broken shell of an egg from an American robin (Turdus migratorius). The female builds the nest of grass and twigs, normally lays 2-3 eggs

Eggs in their shells in a cardboard container. Eggs are a good dietary source of protein, but also contain high levels of cholesterol

Eggs. These are the unfertilised eggs (ova) of various species of poultry, such as chicken, geese and ducks. Eggs are a good dietary source of protein, but also contain high levels of cholesterol

Eggs in their shells. Eggs are a good dietary source of protein, but also contain high levels of cholesterol

Cress in eggshells

Cracked boiled egg in a cup

Broken egg shell edge, SEM
Broken egg shell edge. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the edge of a fragment of an egg shell. Hard-shelled eggs are produced by birds and some reptiles

Egg shell material, SEM
Egg shell material. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the lattice making up the fine structure of an egg shell. Most of an egg shell is calcium carbonate

Egg in its shell. Eggs are a good dietary source of protein, but also contain high levels of cholesterol

SEM of internal membrane of hen eggshell
Eggshell membrane. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the internal membrane from the shell of a hens egg. Several membranes are found around the embryo in a birds egg

DNA molecule and eggshell
DNA molecule. Computer artwork of a molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) emerging from a cracked eggshell in a shaft of light

Egg chemical reaction, 19th century
Egg chemical reaction. The reaction uses hydrochloric acid which reacts with the calcium carbonate in the egg shell to produce the white foam seen here (due to the carbon dioxide produced)

Eggs. Two large white eggs in a straw nest. These eggs (ova) may have come from various species of poultry, such as chicken, geese and ducks

Chicken reproduction, artwork
Chicken reproduction. Cutaway artwork of a female chicken, showing the internal process that produces its egg. The sequence progresses from upper left to lower right

Penguin Chicks Aldin
Two penguin chicks who have just hatched say hello to each other

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"Humpty Dumpty's Unhappy Fall: A Time of Hope for Eggshells" In the enchanting world of eggshells, there lies a tale of both fragility and resilience. Just like Humpty Dumpty, we often find ourselves feeling unhappy after a fall. But fear not, for even shattered pieces can hold immense beauty. Travel to Namibia's San Culture and witness the marvels of engraved ostrich eggshells. These delicate masterpieces tell stories passed down through generations, showcasing the rich history and artistry of this ancient culture. Speaking of eggs with tales to tell, picture an Easter card adorned with vibrant colors capturing joyous moments shared by loved ones. It reminds us that amidst life's challenges, hope springs eternal. For those who love baking under starry skies, imagine creating celestial treats that transport you to galaxies far beyond our reach. Baking for stargazers is an art in itself – a fusion of culinary delights and astronomical wonders. Sometimes luck eludes us; however, it only means better luck awaits around the corner. Like the Pueblan Milk Snake hatching from its egg in Mexico with mouth wide open – ready to embrace new beginnings. Zooming into nature's canvas reveals close-up shots of eggs against a serene blue background. Each shell holds promise and potential as they incubate life within their fragile confines. But wait. Have you ever seen an egg with bird legs? Venture into British Columbia in Canada where peculiar wonders unfold before your eyes – reminding us that diversity knows no bounds. Chicks frolicking amidst blooming flowers bring forth feelings of warmth and renewal. Their innocence serves as a reminder that every day is an opportunity for growth and transformation. Lastly, let us journey back millions of years when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Witness Seymouria hatch from its prehistoric egg – proof that life has always found a way to evolve against all odds.