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Forked Tail Collection

"Forked Tail: A Captivating Journey through Art and Nature" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Forked Tail

Background imageForked Tail Collection: British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour: the Borad bottom Leviathan trying to

British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour: the Borad bottom Leviathan trying to
3025367 British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour: the Borad bottom Leviathan trying to swamp Billys old Boat, & the little Corsican tottering on the Clouds of Ambition, pub

Background imageForked Tail Collection: The Gout, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured softdground etching)

The Gout, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured softdground etching)
NCO190158 The Gout, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured softdground etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); 26x35.5 cm; Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Background imageForked Tail Collection: British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour, or The Broadbottom Leviathan trying to

British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour, or The Broadbottom Leviathan trying to
NCO191758 British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour, or The Broadbottom Leviathan trying to swamp Billys old Boat, & the little Corsican tottering on the Clouds of Ambition

Background imageForked Tail Collection: Graphic illustration from Promethee Enchaine by Aeschylus, pub. 1941 (pochoir print)

Graphic illustration from Promethee Enchaine by Aeschylus, pub. 1941 (pochoir print)
3474113 Graphic illustration from Promethee EnchaAneby Aeschylus, pub. 1941 (pochoir print) by Schmied, Francois-Louis (1873-1941); The Stapleton Collection; Swiss, out of copyright

Background imageForked Tail Collection: Advertisement for Charles Yales 'Devils Auction', pub

Advertisement for Charles Yales "Devils Auction", pub
3258441 Advertisement for Charles Yales " Devils Auction", pub. 1899 (colour lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles H)

Background imageForked Tail Collection: Fairy tern in flight (Gygis alba monte), Aride Island

Fairy tern in flight (Gygis alba monte), Aride Island

Background imageForked Tail Collection: The Cockatrice (engraving)

The Cockatrice (engraving)
XJF447353 The Cockatrice (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: the Cockatrice is a legendary creature composed of the body of a two-legged dragon)

Background imageForked Tail Collection: Squirrel fish or Soldier fish (w / c on paper)

Squirrel fish or Soldier fish (w / c on paper)
XCF268099 Squirrel fish or Soldier fish (w/c on paper) by White, John (fl.1570-93); British Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageForked Tail Collection: Flying-Fish (litho)

Flying-Fish (litho)
XCF268097 Flying-Fish (litho) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); 27.4x23.4 cm; British Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageForked Tail Collection: Frigate Bird (litho)

Frigate Bird (litho)
BAL109972 Frigate Bird (litho) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); 13.6x22.3 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageForked Tail Collection: Juvenile great frigate bird (Fregata minor) nesting and breeding site on North Seymour Island in

Juvenile great frigate bird (Fregata minor) nesting and breeding site on North Seymour Island in the Galapagos Island
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageForked Tail Collection: Male great frigate bird (Fregata minor) in flight showing expanded gular pouch near nesting

Male great frigate bird (Fregata minor) in flight showing expanded gular pouch near nesting
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect


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"Forked Tail: A Captivating Journey through Art and Nature" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Forked Tail, " a captivating collection that spans centuries and continents. From historical etchings to vibrant lithographs, this diverse assortment offers a glimpse into various aspects of human creativity and the wonders of nature. Step back in time with "New Morality, or The promised Installment of the High Priest of the Theophilanthropes, " a hand-coloured etching published by J. Wright in 1798. Delve into British naval history as you witness "British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour: the Broadbottom Leviathan trying to" – an intriguing scene captured in another hand-coloured etching from that era. Marvel at Hannah Humphrey's 1799 masterpiece, "The Gout, " where soft-ground etching brings forth both humor and pain. Explore ancient Greek mythology with a graphic illustration from Promethee Enchaine by Aeschylus, pub. 1941 – its pochoir print technique adding depth to this timeless tale. Discover Charles Yales' mysterious world through an advertisement for his infamous "Devils Auction. " Let your imagination take flight alongside the graceful Fairy tern (Gygis alba monte) as it soars above Aride Island, beautifully depicted on paper. Uncover mythical creatures like The Cockatrice through intricate engravings that ignite curiosity about folklore and legends. Lose yourself in an illustration inspired by J. Tenniel's poem "The Brothers of Birchington, " which transports you to a realm where dreams intertwine with reality. Dive beneath ocean waves to encounter mesmerizing marine life - from Squirrel fish or Soldier fish rendered delicately on watercolor paper to lithographic depictions of Flying-Fish and Frigate Birds soaring across vast expanses.