Sucks Collection

Ethiopia, Africa - Bloodletting
Remedies: Bloodletting (after a razor has drawn blood) using a cow horn. Date: circa 1910s

Boy sitting with his teddy bear on a comfy armchair. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Haemopsis sanguisuga, Horse Leech

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Be My Sweetheart - Valentines Day Card (published by Valentine s!) Date: circa 1910s

Picture No. 10761789
Southern Giraffe - the larger bull sucks a bone for its minerals while the smaller one also would like to have its share (Giraffa camelopardalis giraffa) Date:

Picture No. 10762029
Southern Giraffe - male sucks bone for its calcium and other minerals (Giraffa camelopardalis giraffa) Date:

Common Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) adult, sucking blood from human skin, Italy, July

Artificial leech and syringes, circa 1840 C017 / 3582
Artificial leech with two syringes, patented by Baron Heurteloup. Artificial leeches were a mechanical instrument which superseded the use of real leaches in the practice of bloodletting which

Common Mosquito (Culex pipiens) adult female, feeding, sucking blood from human skin, Italy

Cane Toad (Rhinella marinus) adult, close-up of skin, with mosquito sucking blood, Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru

Portrait studies by Raymond Sheppard
Portrait studies (including a self portrait) by Raymond Sheppard. Artist Raymond Sheppard (1913 - 1958) studied art at Bolt Court under S.G

Ladies and Ice-Cream
A lady sucks her ice-cream through a straw, while her companion, wearing a remarkably large hat, looks away, perhaps disgusted by such indecorous behaviour

Grey seal pup (Halichoerus grypus) suckling, Lincolnshire, UK
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Eleanor Sucks Wound / 1272
Eleanor sucks the poison from the wound of Edward I during the crusade

London / Cries / Poultry Man
The poultry man sells live sucks and fowl to eat and to provide fresh eggs

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"Sucks" - A Collection of Intriguing Images In this captivating collection, we delve into a world where the word "sucks" takes on various meanings and interpretations. From ancient satires to heartwarming moments, from bloodletting rituals to adorable teddy bears, these images offer glimpses into different aspects of life that can leave us both fascinated and contemplative. The first image transports us back in time with a page from The Satires of Cynicus. With its vibrant colors and intricate details, it invites us to reflect on the power of satire as a means to critique society's flaws and absurdities. Moving forward, we find ourselves in Ethiopia, Africa - witnessing an intriguing bloodletting ritual. This age-old practice carries deep cultural significance and reminds us of the diverse traditions that exist across our planet. Next comes a heartwarming scene: a young boy sitting with his beloved teddy bear. In their innocent companionship lies the reminder that sometimes all we need is something simple yet comforting to bring joy into our lives. Stepping further into history, we encounter an exquisite artwork titled "Mother Child Edo period. " The delicate brushstrokes capture the tender bond between mother and child during Japan's Edo period, evoking feelings of warmth and protection. Valentine's Day brings forth expressions of love through cards like "Be My Sweetheart. " This charming illustration symbolizes affectionate gestures exchanged on this special day when hearts are filled with romance and admiration for those dear to us. As we continue exploring this visual journey, two striking pictures catch our attention (Picture No. 10761789) (Picture No. 10762029). These enigmatic images invite interpretation while leaving room for personal reflection on their meaning within each viewer's unique perspective. However, not all instances involving sucking evoke positive emotions; some may even make your skin crawl.