Snake Collection (page 17)

A decorated escarpment at the Dogon village of Songho. Magic symbols spread the wall where circumcision of boys takes place each year. Dogon Country, Mali, West Africa

Bushmaster (Lachesis muta) with white background, captive from South America

An adult Eastern black-tailed rattlesnake (Crotalus ornatus), Big Bend National Park, Texas, United States of America, North America

An adult Galapagos racer (Pseudalsophis biserialis), at Punta Pitt, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Eyelash Viper
Linda D Lester

Don't move
Kurit Afsheen

Chondropython viridis
Kurit Afsheen

Warning
Kurit Afsheen

Deadly blue
Kurit Afsheen

Sit with a snake
MAZAL TOV MATTY OZERI

skyline drive
Zhou Chengzhou

swirl
bonifasius wahyu adi f

Monitoring
Edy Pamungkas

Force India F1 Drivers in Mumbai
Adrian Sutil (GER), Force India F1 Team, with a snake charmer and King Cobra. Force India F1 Drivers in Mumbai, Mumbai, India, Thursday 7 February 2008

Resting
Tantoyensen

chalcides sexlineatus
Juanjo

Miniature Painting on Paper, Ragini Ashawari, Nathdwara School
3610050 Miniature Painting on Paper, Ragini Ashawari, Nathdwara School by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Suzanne, Wisdom, Care, Health, Sugar, Syrup, Willow, Monkey, Snake, Mouse, Sound
DUV4224187 Suzanne, Wisdom, Care, Health, Sugar, Syrup, Willow, Monkey, Snake, Mouse, Sound, page 32 - Alphabet by Mademoiselle Lili, by L. Froelich and by a dad (Hetzel himself)

Two Eves and an apple tree, 1928 - Bible
3782463 Two Eves and an apple tree, 1928 - Bible; (add.info.: Two Eves and an apple tree, 1928. Taken from The Bookman, vol)

Vishnu Narayana, floating on Sheshanaga (painted relief)
DND111534 Vishnu Narayana, floating on Sheshanaga (painted relief) by Indian School; Jalaram Temple, Bilimora, Gujarat, India; Dinodia

Miniature of Painting of Ganesh Ganpati God on Paper
3609790 Miniature of Painting of Ganesh Ganpati God on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Lettre Y. Gravure in "Alphabet des bons exemples". Jules Levy, editeur
DUV4212113 Lettre Y. Gravure in "Alphabet des bons exemples". Jules Levy, editeur. Illustrations de Henri Boulanger, alias Henri Gray. Textes de Mme P. Boulanger

Detail of carved exterior showing Shiva (photo)
DND111535 Detail of carved exterior showing Shiva (photo) by Indian School; Meenakshi Temple, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India; Dinodia

Leo's Kingdom
Isabelle Brent

Bungarum Pamah, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engravings). Creator: William Skelton (1763 - 1848) Bungarum Pamah, from an Account of Indian Serpents Collected on the Coast of Coromandel, pub

Portrait of a snake tamer United States. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Portrait of a woman holding a boa constrictor above her head United States Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Portrait of a woman with snakes United States New York. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Portrait of a snake charmer Egypt. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Postcard commemorating the 2 Regiment Artillery Coast Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1900-1910

Postcard commemorating the activities of the Italian Bersaglieri during the Italian Wars of Independence Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910

Eve in Terrestrial Paradise, conserved in the Rolin ad Autun Museum in France France Autun, Rolin Museum High Relief Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Sculpture of The First Sin by Michele Prestinari and Nicola Tabacchetti in the Sanctuary of the Sacro Monte in Varallo (Italy) Varallo Sculptural Group Baroque

Detail of the murals in the triclinium in the house of the Vettii in Pompeii. Pompeii Mural Painting First Imperial Period, Imperial Period, Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Bronze door of the Duomo of Ravello, composed of panels with scenes of Saints and the Virgin Mary and the Child Jesus Ravello Door Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Photographic reproduction of a painting of the head of the Medusa, swarming with serpents. The painting, of Flemish school, is in the Uffizi Gallery, in Florence Florence Painting Baroque

Portrait of two snakes charmers hypnotizing two cobras. Date of Photograph:1862-1868 ca

Squiggles the Snake In a Stetson
Anyone Can Yeehaw

Wiggly Western Worm
Anyone Can Yeehaw

Earth
Amanda Leon

Blood corpuscles of Boa constrictor magnified under the microscope. Date of Photograph:03/1888

Indian youth with a mongoose and a snake, New Delhi India New Delhi. Date of Photograph:1965

Hunting success
Phat Dao Tan

Beautiful madness
Robert Girmencea

The bronze serpent. Drawing by Tintoretto, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery

Spectacled Cobra, Naja, India India Naja. Date of Photograph:01-03/1968

Eve; detail of Original Sin, part of the Stories of Genesis. Fresco by Michelangelo, Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, Vatican Mural Painting High Renaissance, Renaissance

Vipera Aspis Africa. Date of Photograph:1967

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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.