Mariposa Collection

Hares, 1878 (oil on canvas)
659635 Hares, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Hermansen, Olaf August (1849-97); 62x52 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hares. Olaf August Hermansen (1849-1897). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1878

Sea green swallowtail butterfly
Sea green swallowtail (Papilio lorquinianus) butterfly. This butterfly is found in Indonesia, Sulawesi, Borneo, Java, Sumatra and in the Philippines

Yosemite Valley Viewpoint
The natural beauty of Yosemite is so incredible that it inspired an entire 19th-century conservation movement, which resulted in the valleyas protection as a national park in 1890

Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees, Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Angelic - Tunnel View Point
Yosemite National Park is in Californis Sierra Nevada mountains. Itas famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, and for Tunnel View

Map of Yosemite National Park, c.1900 (engraving)
532890 Map of Yosemite National Park, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Yosemite National Park, highlighting major parks and other features, circa 1900)

A collection of Victorian diamond brooches including a diamond and enamel swallow in flight, a diamond-emerald frog
1766483 A collection of Victorian diamond brooches including a diamond and enamel swallow in flight, a diamond-emerald frog, a diamond-ruby stag's head, a pave-set fox mask

Map of the mining district of California, 1851. Creator: William A. Jackson
Map of the mining district of California, 1851. This map, produced in two parts in the early years after the California Gold Rush of 1849

Allegories of Love - Cupid with a Torch and Arrow, 1803 (oil on canvas)
990320 Allegories of Love - Cupid with a Torch and Arrow, 1803 (oil on canvas) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); 50.8x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Les Papillons No, 1931 (oil on canvas)
825505 Les Papillons No, 1931 (oil on canvas) by Roy, Pierre (1880-1950); 41.3x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Papillons No.2. Pierre Roy (1880-1950). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1931

A full-length portrait of the actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II in a female role holding an incense burner
1766510 A full-length portrait of the actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II in a female role holding an incense burner (colour woodblock print) by Shunsho

The Royal Family: King George VI, Queen Elizabeth and their two daughters, Princess Margaret and Princess Elizabeth
657800 The Royal Family: King George VI, Queen Elizabeth and their two daughters, Princess Margaret and Princess Elizabeth, (oil on canvas) by Harcourt

Les Papillons No, 1931 (oil on canvas)
825504 Les Papillons No, 1931 (oil on canvas) by Roy, Pierre (1880-1950); 41.3x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Papillons No.1. Pierre Roy (1880-1950). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1931

A Safavid dynasty lacquer bookcover depicting a parrot perching on the branch of an apple blossom (one of a pair), c
1196737 A Safavid dynasty lacquer bookcover depicting a parrot perching on the branch of an apple blossom (one of a pair), c.1659-1660 (lacquer bookcover, painted in colours and gold) by Abbasi

Lilies, Tulips, Carnations, Peonies, Convolvuli and Other Flowers in a Bronze Urn with
1766791 Lilies, Tulips, Carnations, Peonies, Convolvuli and Other Flowers in a Bronze Urn with Birds, a Tortoise and Butterflies in a Landscape, 1718 (oil on canvas) by Bimbi

Fifteen Swallowtail butterflies (Family Papilionidae) in three columns
824069 Fifteen Swallowtail butterflies (Family Papilionidae) in three columns, (watercolour with bodycolour on grey paper) by Rowan

Studies of Butterflies and Insects, (pencil, pen and ink with touches of white
651952 Studies of Butterflies and Insects, (pencil, pen and ink with touches of white heightening and bodyco) by Edwards, Sydenham Teast (c.1768-1819); 24.4x20.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Roses and other Flowers in a Basket on a Marble Ledge, c. 1742 (oil on panel)
827768 Roses and other Flowers in a Basket on a Marble Ledge, c.1742 (oil on panel) by Huysum, Jan van (1682-1749); 40x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Yosemite Falls (chromolitho)
733420 Yosemite Falls (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yosemite Falls.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

c. 1880s - The Wawona Tree, a Yosemite National Park
c.1880s - The Wawona Tree, also known as the Wawona Tunnel Tree, giant sequoia in Mariposa Grove, Yosemite National Park, California, USA, stood until February 1969 - Isiah Taber studio

Wawona, giant sequioa tree, Mariposa Grove, California
Wawona, giant sequioa tree, with carriage passing through, Mariposa Grove, California. Vintage 19th century photograph

A Rose, an Iris, Lilac and other Flowers in an Auricular Silver Vase with a Snail
1766793 A Rose, an Iris, Lilac and other Flowers in an Auricular Silver Vase with a Snail and a Butterfly on a Draped Ledge (oil on canvas) by Aelst, Willem van (1626-83) (attr)

Roses in a Roemer with a Turban Buttercup and a Sowbread in a Casement
827817 Roses in a Roemer with a Turban Buttercup and a Sowbread in a Casement, a River Landscape Beyond, (oil on panel) by Bosschaert

Venus and Cupid (oil on canvas)
827512 Venus and Cupid (oil on canvas) by Popperitz, Gustave (19th century); 160.6x101 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Venus and Cupid. Gustave Popperitz (19th century). Oil on canvas

The Silk Scarf, (oil on canvas)
989732 The Silk Scarf, (oil on canvas) by Corcos, Vittorio Matteo (1859-1933); 58x42 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Silk Scarf. Vittorio Matteo Corcos (1859-1933). Oil on canvas

Carriage-road through the heart of Mariposas big tree (b / w photo)
5987358 Carriage-road through the heart of Mariposas big tree (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Leichtlins mariposa or mariposa lily, Calochortus leichtlinii. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Yellow mariposa lily, Calochortus luteus (Cyclobothra lutea). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Butterfly mariposa lily or craceful calochortus, Calochortus venustus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Mrs Augusta Withers from Benjamin Maund and the Rev

Fair alstroemeria, Alstroemeria pulchra. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a botanical illustration by John Curtis from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, Samuel Curtis, London, 1823

Fruit on a Dish, Flowers in a Wanli Kraak Porselein Vase
659302 Fruit on a Dish, Flowers in a Wanli Kraak Porselein Vase, Sprigs of Cherries and Redcurrants, Seashells, a Rose, a Tulip, a Pink, a Lizard, a Snail and a Red Admiral on a Stone Ledge

Great Fallen Tree at Mariposa, California (engraving)
1589700 Great Fallen Tree at Mariposa, California (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Fallen Tree at Mariposa, California)

A large cloisonne enamel dish, late 18th century (cloisonne enamel)
1764930 A large cloisonne enamel dish, late 18th century (cloisonne enamel) by Chinese School, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: A large cloisonne enamel dish)

Triple-Expansion Engines of the SS "Mariposa"and "Langosta"(engraving)
6016242 Triple-Expansion Engines of the SS " Mariposa" and " Langosta" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Butterflies; Les Papillons, 1918 (oil on board)
653553 Butterflies; Les Papillons, 1918 (oil on board) by Albert, Josef (1825-86); 89.5x75 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Butterflies; Les Papillons. Joseph Albert (1886-1952). Oil on board

The Awakening of Psyche, (oil on canvas)
989850 The Awakening of Psyche, (oil on canvas) by Seignac, Guillaume (1870-1924); 182.9x91.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Awakening of Psyche. Guillaume Seignac (1870-1924)

Woman in Profile with Butterfly and Flowers; Femme de Profil avec Papillon et Fleurs
825711 Woman in Profile with Butterfly and Flowers; Femme de Profil avec Papillon et Fleurs, (oil on board) by Redon, Odilon (1840-1916); 24.8x28 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Flowers in a Vase on a Marble Ledge with a Red Admiral, a Bumble Bee
827958 Flowers in a Vase on a Marble Ledge with a Red Admiral, a Bumble Bee, Two Beetles and a Dragonfly, 1807 (oil on panel) by Malaine

Roses in a Vase, Peaches, Nuts and a Melon on a Marbled Ledge, 1891 (oil on canvas)
658679 Roses in a Vase, Peaches, Nuts and a Melon on a Marbled Ledge, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Hermansen, Olaf August (1849-97); 50x71.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Roses in a Vase, Peaches)

The "Grizzly Giant"of Mariposa, California (engraving)
1590732 The " Grizzly Giant" of Mariposa, California (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Grizzly Giant" of Mariposa, California)

Orange-headed Ground Thrush, 1778 (w / c)
1196775 Orange-headed Ground Thrush, 1778 (w/c) by Zayn al-Din (fl.1777-82); 59.5x80 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Al-Din, Zayn (fl.1777-1782)); Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Thirty-three butterflies, in four columns, belonging to the Papilionidae
824068 Thirty-three butterflies, in four columns, belonging to the Papilionidae and Danainae families, (bodycolour on grey paper) by Rowan

Four Birdwing butterflies (family Papilionidae) in two columns
824067 Four Birdwing butterflies (family Papilionidae) in two columns, representing both sexes of the Common Birdwing (Troides (Ornithoptera) Priamus), (bodycolour on grey paper) by Rowan

The Four Seasons - Printemps, 1873-74 (oil on canvas and oil on pane)
989332 The Four Seasons - Printemps, 1873-74 (oil on canvas and oil on pane) by Felon, Joseph (1818-96); 21.3x94.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Pink and Red Peonies Blown to the Left in a Breeze and a Butterfly (woodblock print)
1766523 Pink and Red Peonies Blown to the Left in a Breeze and a Butterfly (woodblock print) by Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849); 25x37.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Plums, a Peach, Grapes, a Melon, a Pineapple, a Fig, Currants
659366 Plums, a Peach, Grapes, a Melon, a Pineapple, a Fig, Currants, Cherries and Flowers in a Basket, and Grapes, a Pomegranate, Plums and a Fig

The front and back of a mirror case painted with a hyacinth and a rose respectively
1196969 The front and back of a mirror case painted with a hyacinth and a rose respectively, 17th century () by Persian School

A Murrhine glass vase, with four butterflies, flowers and leaves, c
1194895 A Murrhine glass vase, with four butterflies, flowers and leaves, c.1918 (glass decorated in murrhine technique) by Barovier

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"Mariposa: A Captivating Journey through Nature, Art, and Culture" Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Mariposa, where nature's wonders unfold at every turn. Begin your adventure at Yosemite Valley Viewpoint, where majestic mountains meet a crystal-clear river, creating a postcard-perfect scene that will leave you in awe. As you wander through Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees, prepare to be dwarfed by these ancient giants standing tall for centuries. Their towering presence reminds us of the resilience and grandeur found in nature. Discover the delicate Sea Green Swallowtail Butterfly fluttering gracefully amidst vibrant blooms. Its iridescent wings mesmerize as they dance with the gentle breeze - a true masterpiece crafted by Mother Nature herself. At Angelic-Tunnel View Point, witness an ethereal panorama that seems straight out of a dream. The valley stretches before you like an allegory of love; Cupid's torch illuminates hearts while his arrow strikes deep into our souls. This captivating view is sure to ignite emotions within. Art enthusiasts will find solace in Les Papillons No. , 1931 - an oil on canvas painting capturing the essence of butterflies' grace and elegance. Each stroke tells a story as vivid colors come alive on the canvas. Step into history with Ichikawa Monnosuke II's full-length portrait portraying him in a female role holding an incense burner. This color woodblock print showcases both artistic mastery and cultural significance from another era. The Royal Family gazes back at you from their oil on canvas portrait - King George VI, Queen Elizabeth alongside Princess Margaret and Princess Elizabeth. Their regal presence exudes power and unity while reminding us of timeless traditions passed down through generations. Marvel at Safavid dynasty lacquer bookcovers depicting parrots perching on apple blossoms – symbols of beauty and abundance painted meticulously with vibrant colors and gold accents.