Kill Collection (#3)

The celebration of Purim
5307589 The celebration of Purim.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the celebration of Purim. Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman)

Illustration depicting a French prisoner pleading with guards not to kill the rat of which he had made his pet
5616288 Illustration depicting a French prisoner pleading with guards not to kill the rat of which he had made his pet, 1902 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

A bullfight in Seville, Spain in the late 19th century, 1884 (engraving)
6116601 A bullfight in Seville, Spain in the late 19th century, 1884 (engraving); (add.info.: A bullfight in Seville, Spain in the late 19th century. The matador prepares to kill the bull)

Boxer Rising, China, 1899-1901: Civilization telling the Chinese Emperor that the first duty is to kill the dragon of
528611 Boxer Rising, China, 1899-1901: Civilization telling the Chinese Emperor that the first duty is to kill the dragon of rebellion, if he does not do it, she will have to

Engraving depicting the different methods of exterminating rats, 19th century
5308696 Engraving depicting the different methods of exterminating rats, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the different methods of exterminating rats)

Prince of Wales, 1875
1574282 Prince of Wales, 1875; (add.info.: Photograph of The Prince of Wales, (Later King Edward VII of Great Britain), holding rifle, posing with members of his party and a dead tiger

MS.254.f33r A Whale with a Sailor Hammering a Stake into its Head, detail from an English Bestiary
FIT111725 MS.254.f33r A Whale with a Sailor Hammering a Stake into its Head, detail from an English Bestiary, early 13th century (vellum) by English School

AFTER DEATH
Jaco Marx

Food is ready
Ronen Rosenblatt

Buffalo killed from a train on the Great Plains
Passengers and crew shooting buffalo from a train on the transcontinental railroad, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Eyes of Death
Jaco Marx

Hyenas feeding
Xavier Ortega

Leopard with prey
Xavier Ortega

The Catch
Linda D Lester

Attack
Anita Singh

Heinous Hyena
Amro

Last wish of burglar
Krzysiek Kulesza

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From ancient legends to modern adventures, the concept of 'kill' has captivated minds throughout history. In Herberte's hunt scenes and Lambton Worm's tale, we witness the thrill of the chase and the triumph over formidable foes. Gawain's bravery in beheading the Green Knight echoes through time, reminding us of courage in face of danger. Hemingway's hunting expedition in Kenya transports us to wild landscapes where man tests his skills against nature. But not all they are heroic or celebrated - Elisha's she-bears remind us of consequences for mocking others, a cautionary tale from biblical times. Nestles Milk 1915 advertisement reminds us that even mundane tasks can have deadly outcomes if care is not taken. The pheasant captured by Rankin symbolizes both beauty and vulnerability as it becomes prey. In War in Heaven, we glimpse an epic battle between good and evil, where killing takes on a cosmic scale. The European otter feasting on its perch prey showcases nature’s cycle of life and death right at our doorstep. Lastly, David facing Goliath teaches us about overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds with determination and faith. These diverse depictions remind us that 'kill' holds different meanings across cultures and contexts – sometimes necessary for survival or protection; other times driven by sport or conquest. Whether portrayed through artistry or witnessed firsthand, 'kill' remains an undeniable part of human existence – a reminder that life is fragile yet resilient.