Encountering Collection

Noli Me Tangere, c1514. Artist: Titian
Noli Me Tangere, c1514. Saint Mary Magdalene encounters Christ after his resurrection. From the National Gallery, London

Don Quixote and the sheep
A scene from Cervantes novel Don Quixote -- the hero of the title encounters a flock of sheep and thinks they are an approaching army

The Russian Bear and her Invincible Rider Encountering the British Legion', 1791
528658 The Russian Bear and her Invincible Rider Encountering the British Legion', 1791. Potemkin in hussar's uniform riding Catherine the Great approach George III

Man discovering a couple having sex (engraving)
7201499 Man discovering a couple having sex (engraving) by German School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man discovering a couple having sex)

A Morning Ride in Athens (engraving)
1047097 A Morning Ride in Athens (engraving) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Morning Ride in Athens)

Cat encountering a male stag beetle (litho)
5997106 Cat encountering a male stag beetle (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cat encountering a male stag beetle)

Nelson encountering a bear (coloured engraving)
6006055 Nelson encountering a bear (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nelson encountering a bear)

Mr Cripps encountering his Mater in Mary-le-bone Gardens (engraving)
614384 Mr Cripps encountering his Mater in Mary-le-bone Gardens (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Oedipus and the sphinx (colour litho)
6000268 Oedipus and the sphinx (colour litho) by Scheiner, Artus (1863-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oedipus and the sphinx)

Sketches in the Baltic Fleet (engraving)
1608264 Sketches in the Baltic Fleet (engraving) by Carmichael, John Wilson (1800-68); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in the Baltic Fleet)

The Steamship "Arizona"encountering an Iceberg (engraving)
2791391 The Steamship " Arizona" encountering an Iceberg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Diagram showing the formation of a sun-spot (litho)
6004833 Diagram showing the formation of a sun-spot (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diagram showing the formation of a sun-spot)

Mr Cripps encountering his Master in Mary-le-bone Gardens (engraving)
3652529 Mr Cripps encountering his Master in Mary-le-bone Gardens (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Brown bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) standing up on the shore next to a tree looking at the camera in Brooks Falls; Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska, United States of America

Face to face with a bunny
Edwardian Xmas postcard depicting a young child in a fluffy suit encountering bunnies in a winter scene. Artist: Flora White Date: circa 1910

Well day my Son Tom ca 1773 Etching engraving
Artokoloro

A MORNING RIDE IN ATHENS, GREECE, And in this sorry plight, I re-enter Athens, and make the best of my way to my hotel, encountering on the way thither, of course, all my most valued acquaintances

The Russian bear and her invincible rider encountering the British legion, engraving 1791, Potemkin, with sword raised overhead and wearing hussars uniform

Ice Clad Boat
18th January 1925: The Fishing Trawler Breaker returning back to South Boston Fish Pier, after encountering severe wintry weather. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Two Ants
5th May 1948: A worker ant encountering an ant from another nest which he recognises by its slightly different smell, as each nest has a particular scent

The Russian Bear and her Invincible Rider Encountering the British Legion, 1791. Potemkin in hussars uniform riding Catherine the Great approach George III and his ministers carrying spears

The Russian Bear And Her Invincible Rider Encountering The British Legion, Engraving 1791, Potemkin, With Sword Raised Overhead And Wearing Hussars Uniform

A MORNING RIDE IN ATHENS, GREECE, And in this sorry plight, I re-enter Athens, and make the best of my way to my hotel, encountering on the way thither, of course, all my most valued acquaintances

F܈RICH, Josef von (1800-1876). Jacob Encountering
F܈ RICH, Josef von (1800-1876). Jacob Encountering Rachel with her Fathers Herds. 1836. Romanticism. Nazarenes. Oil on canvas. AUSTRIA. Vienna. Austrian Gallery

Red Ant (Myrmica rubra) adult, meeting Black-and-red Froghopper (Cercopis vulnerata) adult, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Stardust spacecraft at Comet Wild-2, computer artwork. Stardust passed through the gas and dust cloud (coma) of Comet Wild-2 on 2 January 2004. It collected dust samples to be returned to Earth

Victorian Cyclist encountering a flock of sheep, 1898
Engraving showing a Victorian cyclist suddenly encountering a flock of sheep at the bottom of a dangerous hill, Britain, 1898

The Pleasures of Yachting; a yacht on a windy day, 1856
Engraving entitled The Pleasures of Yachting, showing the passengers on a sailing yacht encountering a strong wind. Hats, wigs

Sappho in Rough Sea
British sailing warship, depicted encountering heavy seas off the coast of Honduras. However, she survives another ten years before sinking in 1859

Chemical Warfare
Chemical weapons will wipe out entire populations in future wars, enabling the aggressor to take over the country without encountering any resistance

Book / Verne / Centre Earth
Jounrney to the Centre of the Earth. (Voyage Au Centre De LA Terre) Encountering Giant Fungi

Armada / Retreat of Fleet
THE SPANISH ARMADA The retreat of the Spanish fleet after encountering the Navy, the fireships and the storms

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"Encountering the Unexpected: A Journey through Art and Life" In the vast realm of art, encounters take on various forms - from mythical creatures to everyday situations. Titian's masterpiece "Noli Me Tangere" transports us to a biblical encounter between Mary Magdalene and Jesus, filled with emotion and spirituality. Moving forward in time, we stumble upon Don Quixote amidst his peculiar adventures. Who could forget his comical encounter with sheep, mistaking them for fearsome giants? Cervantes' tale reminds us that perception can sometimes deceive. Venturing into more scandalous territory, an engraving reveals a man discovering a couple engaged in an intimate act. This provocative encounter challenges societal norms and raises questions about voyeurism and privacy. Shifting gears to a serene morning ride in Athens captured through an enchanting engraving. The viewer becomes part of this peaceful scene, encountering ancient ruins bathed in golden sunlight. Nature also presents its own encounters; a curious cat comes face-to-face with a male stag beetle in a lithograph. Their interaction showcases both curiosity and caution as they navigate their differences. The animal kingdom continues to surprise as we witness Nelson's unexpected encounter with a bear depicted in vibrant colors. This colored engraving captures the intensity of such an unlikely meeting between two powerful beings. Returning to Mr Cripps' eventful life, we find him once again encountering his master at Mary-le-bone Gardens - perhaps another humorous mishap or lesson learned? Mythology takes center stage as Oedipus confronts the enigmatic Sphinx in vivid color lithography. Their intellectual battle symbolizes human struggle against fate and riddles that challenge our very existence. Taking us on yet another journey is an engraving showcasing sketches from the Baltic Fleet. These glimpses into naval encounters offer insight into maritime exploration during times of war or peace.