Tortoise Collection (page 8)

Abe Linking with his Significantly Named Cabinet, published by M. E
AQS254851 Abe Linking with his Significantly Named Cabinet, published by M.E. Godwin in 1864 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

The Tumultuous Tom-tommy Tortoise (engraving)
973148 The Tumultuous Tom-tommy Tortoise (engraving) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tumultuous Tom-tommy Tortoise)

Study of a man with a tortoise[?] on a lead / part of a palm tree / a caricature head
5938231 Study of a man with a tortoise[?] on a lead/ part of a palm tree/ a caricature head (verso), 15th century (pen & brown ink on paper, stuck down) [see 5938226] by Perugino

Elefantenschildkrote (chromolitho)
5211316 Elefantenschildkrote (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elefantenschildkrote)

Punch cartoon: Sir John Ellis, Lord Mayor of London in 1881 (engraving)
6034878 Punch cartoon: Sir John Ellis, Lord Mayor of London in 1881 (engraving) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Turtle, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916289 Turtle, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

"The Hare and the Tortoise"retold, the Tortoise wins (engraving)
1599737 " The Hare and the Tortoise" retold, the Tortoise wins (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The letter T (engraving)
973231 The letter T (engraving) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: The letter T. Illustration for Nonsense Botany and Nonsense Alphabets (Frederick Warne)

A tortoise fight (engraving)
1036193 A tortoise fight (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A tortoise fight. Illustration for The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News)

A Saddleback, Galapagos Tortoise being fed with a banana on a stick (b / w photo)
3712919 A Saddleback, Galapagos Tortoise being fed with a banana on a stick (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Children helping father in garden (colour litho)
3092824 Children helping father in garden (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children helping father in garden)

Tortoise (colour litho)
998644 Tortoise (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der Amphibien in ihren)

The hare and the tortoise (chromolitho)
1094061 The hare and the tortoise (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hare and the tortoise)

A W. M. F. electroplated bronze sculptural flower holder, designed by Franz von Stuck
985547 A W.M.F. electroplated bronze sculptural flower holder, designed by Franz von Stuck, modelled as a winged youth standing on a tortoise, holding aloft a nautilus shell

The Sense of Touch, (red chalk)
827594 The Sense of Touch, (red chalk) by Bouchardon, Edme(1698-1762); 37.7x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sense of Touch. Edme Bouchardon (1698-1762). Red chalk

La Tortue Alligator, Emysaura Serpentina, Chelydra Lacertina (engraving)
3645217 La Tortue Alligator, Emysaura Serpentina, Chelydra Lacertina (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Tortue Alligator, Emysaura Serpentina)

Les Chersites (engraving)
2783086 Les Chersites (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Chersites. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 21 June 1891.); © Look and Learn

Terrapene carolina, by Friedrich Zehelein, after an engraving from
HMB306137 Terrapene carolina, by Friedrich Zehelein, after an engraving from Gemeinnuetzige Naturgeschichte des Therreichs, by Georg Heinrich Borowski, Berlin, Stralsund: Lange

A new map of the United States with the additional territories on an improved plan, c
AQS332006 A new map of the United States with the additional territories on an improved plan, c.1828 (litho) by American School, (19th century); 28.3x32.7 cm; American Antiquarian Society, Worcester

Roman Soldiers using the testudo method during an attack, detail from the column of Marcus Aurelius
ALI207880 Roman Soldiers using the testudo method during an attack, detail from the column of Marcus Aurelius, AD 180-196 (marble) (b/w photo) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Piazza Colonna, Rome

Fatal effects of gluttony, a Lord Mayors Day night mare
GHL131799 Fatal effects of gluttony, a Lord Mayors Day night mare, published by Thomas McLean (1788-1875) 1830 (litho) by English School, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Earth or The Earthly Paradise, detail of a cow, porcupine and other animals
PWI94300 Earth or The Earthly Paradise, detail of a cow, porcupine and other animals, 1607-08 (oil on copper) (detail of 93899) by Brueghel, Jan the Elder (1568-1625); Louvre, Paris

Caricature of Victor Hugo (1802-85) as Zeus in exile on Guernsey from the front cover
CHT172463 Caricature of Victor Hugo (1802-85) as Zeus in exile on Guernsey from the front cover of Le Hanneton, June 1867 (colour litho) by Deloyoti, G

Giant Tortoises from the Galapagos Islands, from a natural history book
CHT192339 Giant Tortoises from the Galapagos Islands, from a natural history book, 1887 (colour litho) by Brehm, Alfred (1829-84) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

An Unexpected Guest (engraving)
6010492 An Unexpected Guest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Unexpected Guest. Illustration for The Infants Magazine (1871).); © Look and Learn

Pompeys Ride (chromolitho)
6001820 Pompeys Ride (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pompeys Ride. Illustration from The Little Ones Own Coloured Picture Paper (Dean and Son)

Sketches at Ascot (engraving)
1614096 Sketches at Ascot (engraving) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Ascot. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 June 1880)

Animal and bird pictures (colour litho)
812801 Animal and bird pictures (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Animal and bird pictures)

Jean Hermann (engraving)
815834 Jean Hermann (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Hermann (1738-1800)

The giant tortoise that saw Napoleon (litho)
976617 The giant tortoise that saw Napoleon (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The giant tortoise that saw Napoleon on St Helena)

From Paintings in Old Imperial Palace, 1644-1912 (hand-coloured etching)
1067970 From Paintings in Old Imperial Palace, 1644-1912 (hand-coloured etching) by Chinese School; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; gift of Mrs. B. Hopkins; Chinese, out of copyright

Guardian of the archipelago
Sebastien DEL GROSSO

Life at a different pace
Santiago Pascual Buye

Le premier souffle
Gilles Benso

Blessing for Pets Service at Cuddington, Surrey. Over 100 pets ranging from canaries and mice to goats and horses were brought to a Pet Service in memory of St Francis

Aesops fable re-enacted, the tortoise and the hare

Hermin the South African bullfrog aboard tortoises Sam and Samantha February 1985

A young couple with their pet Turtles and Tortises Circa 1957

Animal Friendship 3 week old piglet and tortoise at Surrey Bird Rescue Society in Chertsey Baby pig Pigs animals tortoises June 1985 1980s

Four week old kitten with Lightning the ten year old tortoise at their owners home in marlow June 1983 animal animals domestic pet pets June 1983

A close-up of a tortoise at Twycross zoo, Warwickshire. 14th June 1984

Ben the tortoise and a rescued thrush, who have made firm friends at the Fee family home in Coventry, West Midlands. 16th August 1972

One of the three Dachshund puppies born to champion Minutest 1960

A tired tortoise shows the Flag: The motorway sign indicating that the Erekine Ferry at Greenock, Scotland, is only 14 miles away means, for the motorist in his high-speed car

Slow progress but a moving moment. Kitten hitches a slow ride. December 1984 P006468

Incense Burner with Domed Cover, Iran, 8th-9th century. Creator: Unknown
Incense Burner with Domed Cover, Iran, 8th-9th century. Late antique or Byzantine eastern Mediterranean

L Inconnu, 1862. Creator: Felix Bracquemond
L Inconnu, 1862. [The Stranger]

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In the enchanting world of tortoises, Hermann's Tortoise reigns supreme. As captured in Elspeth Phelps' iconic 1920 advertisement, these majestic creatures have captivated hearts for centuries. Just like the timeless tale of the Tortoise and Hare (Fol), their slow and steady nature has become a symbol of perseverance. But Hermann's Tortoise is not alone in this vast kingdom. Horsefield's Tortoise stands tall as another beloved member of this ancient lineage. Found in the highlands of Floreana Island within the Galapagos Islands, Giant Tortoises awe with their sheer size and grace. Venturing to Pantanal, Brazil, we encounter the vibrant Red-footed Tortoise. Its colorful shell blends harmoniously with its surroundings, showcasing Mother Nature's artistic touch. Picture No. 10901761 captures this beauty perfectly. Feeding on lettuce with utmost delight, Hermann's Tortoise reminds us that even small pleasures can bring immense joy. And when paired with a Dwarf Rabbit, an unexpected friendship blossoms before our eyes - a testament to unity amidst diversity. The Spur-thighed Tortoise adds its unique charm to this diverse family tree of reptiles from 1913 onwards. Each species holds its own allure and contributes to Earth's rich biodiversity. Traveling across continents brings us to Arizona, USA where we meet the Desert Tortoise WAT 4915 - Gopherus agassizii © M. Watson / ARDEA LONDON - basking under the warm desert sun. This resilient creature embodies survival against all odds. As we delve into these captivating glimpses into tortoises' lives through time and space, one thing becomes clear: they are more than just animals; they are living relics embodying resilience and wisdom passed down through generations. So let us cherish these magnificent beings who have witnessed history unfold before their ancient eyes.