Philomel Collection

Natural History, Birds, Nightingale (Luscinia megarhynchos)
Vintage engraving of a Common nightingale, from Francis Orpen Morris, A History of British Birds. The common nightingale or simply nightingale (Luscinia megarhynchos)

Cabinet. Antwerp (?). circa 1650. Detail. The paintings that decore the cabinet offers a Calvinist vision of concept of Love and Beauty, through a moralizing interpretation of Metamorphosis of Ovid

Fables of La Fontaine: Philomel and progne (litho)
6002175 Fables of La Fontaine: Philomel and progne (litho) by Billinghurst, Percy James (1871-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philomel and progne)

The Crisis in South Africa, British Fleet on the Cape of Good Hope Station (litho)
1604984 The Crisis in South Africa, British Fleet on the Cape of Good Hope Station (litho) by Jane, Fred T. (1870-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in South Africa)

The Crisis at Zanzibar, British War-Ships engaged in the Bombardment of the Sultans Palace (litho)
1606198 The Crisis at Zanzibar, British War-Ships engaged in the Bombardment of the Sultans Palace (litho) by Jane, Fred T

Defeat of General Rosas by the English and French Troops, Plan of the Action of Point Obligado (engraving)
1101680 Defeat of General Rosas by the English and French Troops, Plan of the Action of Point Obligado (engraving) by English School

Natural History, Birds, Thrush nightingale (Luscinia luscinia)
Vintage engraving of a Thrush nightingale, from Francis Orpen Morris, A History of British Birds. The thrush nightingale (Luscinia luscinia), also known as the sprosser, is a small passerine bird

The Advance on Benin: Map Showing the Route of the Expedition, 1897: the Main Portion
THE ADVANCE ON BENIN: MAP SHOWING THE ROUTE OF THE EXPEDITION, 1897: The main portion of the punitive expedition against the King of Benin under Admiral Rawson went up the river Benin to Warigi

Bombardment of Fort Masnaah, Gulf of Oman, 1874
Bombardment of Fort Masnaah, Gulf of Oman, by two vessels of the Royal Navy, H.M.S. Rifleman and H.M.S. Philomel and the Hugh Rose, a vessel from the Bombay Marine service

Philomel and Procne
PHILOMEL AND PROCNE Procne tries to persuade her sister Philomel to come back to the city, but she prefers to remain in solitude (from Greek mythology)

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"Philomel: A Melodic Tale of Birds and Fables" In the realm of Natural History, the enchanting world of birds takes center stage. Among them, the Nightingale, known as Luscinia megarhynchos, captivates hearts with its melodious songs that echo through moonlit nights. An exquisite depiction from a 1650 Cabinet in Antwerp transports us to an era where art celebrated nature's wonders. Delving into fables, we encounter La Fontaine's timeless tale and Progne. Lithographs bring this narrative to life, illustrating the tragic transformation and sisterly bond between these mythical characters. Shifting our gaze to historical events etched in lithographic form, we witness British fleets stationed at Cape of Good Hope during South Africa's crisis. Similarly, Zanzibar unveils a dramatic scene as British war-ships bombard the Sultan's Palace amidst turmoil. Traveling further back in time through engravings reveals General Rosas' defeat by English and French troops at Point Obligado. The plan meticulously details this pivotal action that altered history forever. Returning to avian wonders within Natural History lies another captivating species - the Thrush nightingale or Luscinia luscinia. Its harmonious melodies intertwine with those of its cousin bird while leaving us spellbound by their ethereal symphony. Venturing beyond borders brings attention to East Africa's dark chapter - The Slave Trade. Unveiling hidden truths about human suffering and resilience along these shores leaves an indelible mark on our collective conscience. A map showcasing Benin Expedition’s route in 1897 unravels tales of bravery and exploration against formidable odds – a testament to humanity’s relentless pursuit for knowledge and progress. Amidst this rich tapestry emerges Rumpelstiltskin's story - woven across multiple instances like threads connecting generations.