Ernst Haeckel Collection (page 5)

Development of the human face, 1891
Development of the human face. Historical artwork by Ernst Haeckel, published in the 1891 edition of his Anthropogenie

Artwork of twelve catarrhines, 1870
Twelve catarrhines. Historical artwork of twelve apes and Old World monkeys, from the 1870 edition of Ernst Haeckels The Natural History of Creation

Artwork of embryonic development, 1891
Historical artwork of embryonic development. Four mammalian embryos of (from left to right) a dog, a bat, a rabbit and a human

Sea squirt and lancelet, artwork
Sea squirt and lancelet. Historical artwork of longitudinal sections through a sea squirt (Ascidia, left) and a lancelet (Brachiostoma formerly Amphioxus, right). Illustration by Ernst Haeckel

Nervous system, historical artwork
Nervous system. Historical artwork of cross sections through the human central nervous system. Illustration by Ernst Haeckel, published in the 1891 edition of his Anthropogenie

Vertebrate embryonic development, artwork
Vertebrate embryonic development. Historical artwork showing the development of an embryo from cleavage (top left) to gastrulation (bottom right)

Brain coral, artwork
Brain coral, historical artwork. This hard coral is named for its convoluted skeleton that resembles the surface of a brain. It is also known as a maze coral

Ascidiae organisms, artwork
Ascidiae organisms. Historical artwork showing various organisms in the class Ascidiae (sea squirts). This is the 85th plate from Ernst Haeckels Art Forms in Nature (1899)

Arachnid organisms, artwork
Arachnid organisms. Historical artwork showing various organisms in the class Arachnida. This is the 66th plate from Ernst Haeckels Art Forms in Nature (1899)

Embryonic development, historical artwork
Embryonic development. Historical artwork showing two stages in the embryonic development of a dog (left) and a human (right)

Artwork of twelve catarrhines, 1870
Twelve catarrhines. Historical artwork of twelve apes and Old World monkeys, from the 1870 edition of Ernst Haeckels The Natural History of Creation. These drawings are not entirely accurate

Asteroidea organisms, artwork
Asteroidea organisms. Historical artwork showing various organisms in the class Asteroidea (starfish). This is the 40th plate from Ernst Haeckels Art Forms in Nature (1899)

Hexastylus radiolarian, artwork
Hexastylus radiolarian, historical artwork. Radiolaria are single-celled protozoans that are found in marine plankton. This radiolarian has a spherical silicate skeleton with pores through which

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Professor Ernst Haeckel with an ancestral human skeleton at Jena, about 1900. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

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Ernst Haeckel, a renowned German biologist and artist, left an indelible mark on the scientific world with his mesmerizing illustrations. In 1899, he created "Aspidonia, " a historical artwork that showcased the intricate beauty of various organisms. One such illustration depicted the enchanting hummingbirds from the Trochilidae family, capturing their vibrant colors and delicate features. Haeckel's artistic prowess extended beyond avian wonders; he also delved into botanical realms. His illustration of liverworts (Hepaticae) showcased their unique structures and highlighted their importance in ecological systems. Additionally, Haeckel explored Basidiomycota: filamentous fungi through his artistry, shedding light on these fascinating organisms' role in decomposition and nutrient cycling. The artist's fascination with marine life led him to create captivating illustrations of Acanthophracta radiolarians—microscopic creatures that inhabit our oceans. These intricate drawings revealed the astonishing diversity found within this group. In 1874, Haeckel unveiled an awe-inspiring artwork featuring four apes—an homage to our evolutionary heritage. This piece not only celebrated our shared ancestry but also challenged societal perceptions about human uniqueness. Continuing his exploration of nature's wonders, Haeckel turned his attention to stinkhorn mushrooms (Basimycetes). Through detailed illustrations, he captured both their repulsive yet intriguing forms—a testament to his ability to find beauty even in unconventional subjects. Among Haeckel's most iconic works are those featured in "Kunstformen der Natur" (Art Forms in Nature). Plate 11 presented Heliodiscus Discoidea—a stunning representation of microscopic marine life that resembled radiant suns floating amidst darkness. Plate 7 showcased Epibulia Siphonophorae—an ethereal depiction of colonial organisms drifting through ocean currents as if dancing underwater ballet.