Ignis Collection

Ignis Fatuus (Colour)
The ignis fatuus, or marsh light, lures the unwary traveller into dangerous marshwaters

Tempus, Ignis, Terra, Aer, Aqua

Dragonfly, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916138 Dragonfly, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Insect, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916135 Insect, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Ignis, from L Escalier des Sages ou la Philosophie des Anciens
1127307 Ignis, from L Escalier des Sages ou la Philosophie des Anciens, by Barent Coenders van Helpen, 1693 (engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

St. Johns 17 f. 7v Cosmological diagram, from the Book of Byrthferth, c. 1090 (vellum)
NUL42302 St.Johns 17 f.7v Cosmological diagram, from the Book of Byrthferth, c.1090 (vellum) by English School, (11th century); St

Butterfly, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916133 Butterfly, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Allegory of Philosophy, 1502 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT223919 Allegory of Philosophy, 1502 (engraving) (b/w photo) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Insects, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916137 Insects, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Insects, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916134 Insects, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Scarab beetle, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916132 Scarab beetle, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Grasshopper, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916136 Grasshopper, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

De elemento ignis Utriusque cosmi maioris scilicet
De elemento ignis, Utriusque cosmi maioris scilicet et minoris metaphysica, physica atqve technica historia, Fludd, Robert, 1574-1637, Etching, 1617

Emblema XVII Orbita quadruplex hoc regit ignis
Emblema XVII: Orbita quadruplex hoc regit ignis opus. Michaelis Majeri, Secretioris naturae secretorum scrutinium chymicum: per oculis et intellectui accurate accommodata

Jan van de Velde II, after Willem Buytewech, Ignis [Four Elements], Dutch, 1593 - 1641, etching on laid paper

Joris Hoefnagel, Animalia Rationalia et Insecta (Ignis): Plate LIV, Flemish, 1542 - 1600, c. 1575-1580, watercolor and gouache, with oval border in gold, on vellum

Fire (Ignis), print maker: Jan van de Velde II, Willem Pietersz. Buytewech, 1603 - 1641 and/or 1782 - 1882

The element of fire, attributed to Jacob de Gheyn (II), 1588 - 1592

The element of fire, Jacob de Gheyn (II), 1595 - 1597

Science fiction story, 19th century
Science fiction story, 19th-century artwork. This artwork accompanied the republication in serial form of part of an early French science fiction story Ignis (1883)

Aerial Cabs 1896
Aerial taxi-cabs predicted

Will of the Wisp, Pether
The ignis fatuus, or marsh light - observed in Lincolnshire

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"Ignis Fatuus: Exploring the Vibrant World of Colour and Time" Step into a realm where Ignis, Terra, Aer, Aqua intertwine, Where Ignis Fatuus dances with hues divine. In c. 1575-80 watercolours and gouache so fine, Dragonflies and insects come to life on the line. From L'Escalier des Sages ou la Philosophie des Anciens, Ignis emerges as wisdom's eternal flame. St. Johns 17 f. 7v unveils a cosmological diagram profound, A glimpse into ancient knowledge that astounds. Butterflies flutter delicately in their painted grace, An allegory of Philosophy takes its rightful place. Insects abound in vibrant shades of every hue, Their intricate details captured by an artist true. Scarab beetles shine like jewels in the night sky, While grasshoppers leap with joyous cries. Each creature tells a story through brushstrokes bold, Unveiling nature's wonders for all to behold. Ignis, not just fire but a symbol of passion untamed, Tempus whispers secrets only time has claimed. Terra, Aer, Aqua unite in harmony sublime, Creating art that transcends boundaries of space and time. So let us marvel at this captivating sight, Where colours ignite our imagination's flight. For within these masterpieces lies beauty unspoken; The world beckons us to explore what lies unbroken.