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"Exploring the Mystical Serpent: A Journey through Cultures and Symbolism" Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of snakes

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Snake Collection: Apollo killing Python (chromolitho)
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Snake Collection: Gravid female Timber rattlesnakes (Crotalus horridus) basking to bring young to term
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Snake Collection: Down from the heights of the air fell Perseus, illustration for How Perseus came to Ethiopia
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Snake Collection: Lohanna, girl with snake (photo)
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Snake Collection: Bungalow Life in India (engraving)
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Snake Collection: Cleopatra, c. 1515 (oil on panel)
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Snake Collection: Hercules and the Lernaean Hydra, from the floor of The House of Hercules (mosaic)
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Snake Collection: Apollo Killing the Python (engraving)
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Snake Collection: The Triumph of Death (fresco) (detail of 34572)
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Snake Collection: St George fighting the dragon, 1420-30 (tempera & gold on parchment)
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Snake Collection: The Tiger and the Boa Constrictor, 1835 (w / c on paper)
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Snake Collection: Lilith, 1887 (oil on canvas) (detail of 125798)
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Snake Collection: The dwarves quarrelling over the body of Fafner, illustration from Siegfried
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Snake Collection: Kali, Kangra (gouache heightened with gold on paper)
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Snake Collection: Kali Dancing on Shiva
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Snake Collection: Gorgons Head, copy of an original antique greek vase, early 19th century (colour litho)
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Snake Collection: Siegfried kills Fafner, illustration from Siegfried and the Twilight of the Gods
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Snake Collection: The Brazen Serpent, right hand section (oil on canvas)
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Snake Collection: Sensuality, c. 1891 (oil on canvas)
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Snake Collection: The Infant Hercules, (oil on canvas)
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Snake Collection: Ms 1335 f. 180 The Flotilla of Alexander the Great, from Vie d Alexandre le Grand (vellum)
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Snake Collection: Ahura Mazda triumphing over Angra Mainyu, copy of a frieze from Persepolis (colour litho)
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Snake Collection: Landscape with a Man killed by a Snake, c. 1648 (oil on canvas)
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Snake Collection: Thor Catching the Midgard Serpent, from Melsteds Edda (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
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Snake Collection: A porcupines sharp quills drive out a nest of snakes from a cav 1811 (etching)
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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.