Snake Collection (page 11)

Laocoon Group, the Trojan priest of Apollo, Laocoon, dies with his two children by two snakes
YOU4418725 Laocoon Group, the Trojan priest of Apollo, Laocoon, dies with his two children by two snakes, Marble sculpture of Rhodians Agesander, Athenodore and Polyhorus, 2nd or 1st century BC

Symbol of the free masonry: the Serpent Ouroboros (Ourobouros), the Delta or Divine Triangle
FGL5492092 Symbol of the free masonry: the Serpent Ouroboros (Ourobouros), the Delta or Divine Triangle (geometric representation of triplicity) and the divine eye with the sun

Religious cult under ancient Greece: the oracle of Delphi in its sanctuary
ELD4846605 Religious cult under ancient Greece: the oracle of Delphi in its sanctuary, the pythia during the consultation made the oracle of the god Apollo

Mosaic of a double-headed serpent for use as a ceremonial pectoral. Aztec, Mixtec, Mexico
528902 Mosaic of a double-headed serpent for use as a ceremonial pectoral. Aztec, Mixtec, Mexico. 15th-16th century AD (mosaic); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Angel of Splendours, 1894 (oil on canvas)
XIR221329 The Angel of Splendours, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Delville, Jean (1867-1953); 130x151 cm; Private Collection.

blue viper insularis snake
Ridho Arifuddin

The Sorceress, 1897 (pastel on paper)
PWI83797 The Sorceress, 1897 (pastel on paper) by Levy-Dhurmer, Lucien (1865-1953); 61x46 cm; Musee d'Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: by Lucien Levy-Dhurmer); © Peter Willi.

Eve, 1896 (pastel on paper)
XIR181261 Eve, 1896 (pastel on paper) by Levy-Dhurmer, Lucien (1865-1953); Private Collection.

Hon Son Pit Viper
Phat Dao Tan

Full Defensive Position
Fauzan Maududdin

Rhino rat snake
Phat Dao Tan

Snake
Serdaldeniz

Friendship
Tantoyensen

Hi-Heel Sneakers
Jonathan Cañamar

Snake Oil
Jonathan Cañamar

Guilty pleasure
Robert Girmencea

Not from this world
Dennis Mohrmann

A Snake Made of Light
Nadav Jonas

Western diamondback rattlesnake or Texas diamond-back, Rio Grande Valley, Texas

Western diamondback rattlesnake or Texas diamond-back, Rio Grande Valley, Texas

USA, Louisiana, Tensas National Wildlife Refuge. Speckled kingsnake close-up

USA, Louisiana, Tensas National Wildlife Refuge. Close-up of copperhead snake

Diamond-backed rattlesnake sounding a warning, USA, Arizona

Watching you
Kutub Uddin

Viper Blue
Edy Pamungkas

Blue Demon
Shikhei Goh

Painted Bronzeback
Phat Dao Tan

In Vacuum
DDiArte was inspired by the work of "Laocoonte", a Vatican statue, as a starting point to carry out this work, giving it a new perspective on current issues of our society.. DDiArte

the end
Joerg Sannwald

Puffing snake
Milan Zygmunt

Trimeresurus albolabris
Phat Dao Tan

From The Dark
Shikhei Goh

Dark Evil
Shikhei Goh

Cut
Peter Pfeiffer

Spitting cobra
Jeffrey C. Sink

European Roller caught a snake
Yun Wang

Body Full Of Dew
Tantoyensen

Alert
Shikhei Goh

Siblings Henrietta Fredrika von Arbin (1852-1880) and Axel Otto Fredrik von Arbin, c1860. Creator: Sophie Adlersparre
Siblings Henrietta Fredrika von Arbin (1852-1880) and Axel Otto Fredrik von Arbin (1853-1906), c1860

Minerva. Creator: Johan Sylvius
Minerva, Unknown date

Herbs, Butterflies and a Serpent. Creator: Christian Jansz Striep
Herbs, Butterflies and a Serpent, Unknown date. Additional Info: This still life painting forms an entire little natural scene

Skull and Crossbones with Serpent and Apple (image 1 of 2), c.1850?. Creator: Unknown
Skull and Crossbones with Serpent and Apple (image 1 of 2), c.1850?

Figurine of the Horned Viper Hieroglyph, Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BCE) or earlier. Creator: Unknown
Figurine of the Horned Viper Hieroglyph, Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BCE) or earlier

Figurine of a Cobra Headed Deity Spearing an Enemy, Probably Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Figurine of a Cobra Headed Deity Spearing an Enemy, Probably Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BCE)

Staff Finial with Lioness Headed Cobra, Probably Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Staff Finial with Lioness Headed Cobra, Probably Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BCE)

Faience Scarab Depicting a Beetle Flanked by Cobras, 18th-26th dynasties (1569-525 BCE) or modern. Creator: Unknown
Faience Scarab Depicting a Beetle Flanked by Cobras (image 2 of 2), 18th-26th dynasties (1569-525 BCE) or modern

Sculpture of a Mother and Child, Late Roman Period-Early Coptic Period (200-400 CE) or modern. Creator: Unknown
Sculpture of a Mother and Child (image 2 of 2), Late Roman Period-Early Coptic Period (200-400 CE) or modern

Snake Goddess Nursing Hypocrytes, Late Period (724-333 BCE) (possibly modern). Creator: Unknown
Snake Goddess Nursing Hypocrytes, Late Period (724-333 BCE) (possibly modern)

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"Exploring the Mystical Serpent: A Journey through Cultures and Symbolism" Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of snakes, where ancient beliefs intertwine with modern fascination. From the sacred Wheel of Life in Nepal's Kopan monastery to the mythical Yggdrasil of Norse mythology, these serpents have left an indelible mark across continents. Intriguingly, artist A Gilbert's masterpiece "The Athlete Wrestling with a Python" captures both the physical struggle and metaphorical representation of life's challenges. Just as this artwork portrays, snakes symbolize transformation and rebirth within the wheel of Samsara. Venturing further into Africa, we encounter the formidable Black Mamba snake—its sleek elegance concealing deadly venom. This creature embodies resilience and adaptability amidst harsh environments. Drawing inspiration from Norse legends once again, Yggdrasil emerges as a potent symbol representing interconnectedness between realms. It reminds us that all living beings are intricately linked to one another—a reminder echoed by Novgorod Icon's Last Judgement painting. Delving deeper into symbolism, we find Roman statues depicting Asclepius—the god associated with healing and medicine—holding a serpent-entwined staff known as Caduceus. The Royal/Ball Python also holds significance in its association with royalty and divinity throughout history. As we traverse diverse landscapes, rattlesnake warning signs serve as reminders to respect nature's creatures while appreciating their place in ecosystems worldwide. In Brazil’s lush rainforests resides the mesmerizing Rainbow Boa—an embodiment of vibrant beauty amidst biodiversity hotspots. Even art has been utilized to convey political messages; Dmitriy Stakhievich Moor’s poster "Death to World Imperialism" depicts a coiled snake ready to strike against oppressive forces—an emblematic call for liberation and justice. Through these glimpses into cultures past and present, it becomes evident that snakes have transcended mere reptilian existence.