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Naturelle Collection (#11)

"Naturelle: A Tapestry of Natural Wonders" Majestic and graceful, the Red kite soars through the sky, reminding us of nature's beauty and freedom

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Le Nebuleux bird of paradise, Paradisea nigricans

Le Nebuleux bird of paradise, Paradisea nigricans.. Named by Levaillant for its cloudy white feathers. Shaw describes it as an ally of the twelve-wired bird-of-paradise, Seleucidis melanoleucus

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Movement of sperm and seminal fluid

Movement of sperm and seminal fluid. Engraving by J. vander Schley, from Pierre de Hondt, Histoire Naturelle generale et particuliere avec la description du Cabinet du Roy. Plate 1, Volume 2

Background imageNaturelle Collection: The Sciences [?] (header image of first discourse)

The Sciences [?] (header image of first discourse). Engraving by J. vander Schley, from Pierre de Hondt, Histoire Naturelle generale et particuliere avec la description du Cabinet du Roy

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Arfak astrapia, Astrapia nigra

Arfak astrapia, Astrapia nigra.. Copied from Jacques Barrabands illustration from Francois Levaillants Histoire naturelle des oiseaux de paradis, 1801

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Superb bird-of-paradise, Lophorina superba

Superb bird-of-paradise, Lophorina superba.. Copied from Jacques Barrabands illustration for Francois Levaillants Histoire naturelle des oiseaux de paradis, 1801

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Formation of planets myth

Formation of planets myth. Engraving by J. vander Schley, from Pierre de Hondt, Histoire Naturelle generale et particuliere avec la description du Cabinet du Roy

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Mapping eclipse / heavenly bodies, trigonometry

Mapping eclipse / heavenly bodies, trigonometry. Engraving by J. vander Schley, from Pierre de Hondt, Histoire Naturelle generale et particuliere avec la description du Cabinet du Roy.Header to

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Infants at play on beach

Infants at play on beach. Engraving by J. vander Schley, from Pierre de Hondt, Histoire Naturelle generale et particuliere avec la description du Cabinet du Roy.Header to second discourse

Background imageNaturelle Collection: First page of first discourse: l Histoire Naturelle

First page of first discourse: l Histoire Naturelle. Engraving by J. vander Schley, from Pierre de Hondt, Histoire Naturelle generale et particuliere avec la description du Cabinet du Roy. Date: 1750

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Aquatic microscope

Aquatic microscope. Engraving from John Ellis, Essai sur l histoire naturelle des corallines, et d autres productions marines. Plate XXXIX. Date: 1756

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Corals, with ships / boats in background

Corals, with ships / boats in background
Corals, with ships/boats in background. Illustration from John Ellis, Essai sur l histoire naturelle des corallines, et d autres productions marines. Frontispiece. Date: 1756

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-88) French naturalist, 1761. Author

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-88) French naturalist, 1761. Author of 44 volume Histoire Naturelle 1749-1767. Lithograph, (Paris, c1830)

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-1788) French naturalist. Author of 44

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-1788) French naturalist. Author of 44 volume Histoire Naturelle 1749-1767. Lithograph, (Paris, c1830)

Background imageNaturelle Collection: George-Louis Leclerc Buffon (1707-1778) French naturalist, author of 44 volume Histoire Naturelle

George-Louis Leclerc Buffon (1707-1778) French naturalist, author of 44 volume Histoire Naturelle. Proposed earth older than 4004 BC: precursor of theory of evolution

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Libelluloidea dragonfly fossil C018 / 9409

Libelluloidea dragonfly fossil C018 / 9409
Libelluloidea dragonfly fossil. Fossilised specimen of a Libelluloidea dragonfly. This specimen has a body length of 3 centimetres

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Libelluloidea dragonfly fossil C018 / 9408

Libelluloidea dragonfly fossil C018 / 9408
Libelluloidea dragonfly fossil. Fossilised specimen of a Libelluloidea dragonfly. This specimen has a body length of 3 centimetres

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Gomphidae dragonfly fossil C018 / 9407

Gomphidae dragonfly fossil C018 / 9407
Gomphidae dragonfly fossil. Fossilised specimen of a Gomphidae dragonfly. This specimen has a wingspan of 7 centimetres. It dates from around 135 million years ago

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Museum Natural History

Museum Natural History
Whales and elephants dominate the crowded hall of the Musee d histoire naturelle, Paris

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Georges, Baron Cuvier

Georges, Baron Cuvier
GEORGES, BARON CUVIER French naturalist, lecturing on paleontology at the Museum (sic) d histoire naturelle, Paris

Background imageNaturelle Collection: Dinosaur / Iguanodon

Dinosaur / Iguanodon
IGUANODON skeletons at the Musee de l Histoire Naturelle, Brussels



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"Naturelle: A Tapestry of Natural Wonders" Majestic and graceful, the Red kite soars through the sky, reminding us of nature's beauty and freedom. The Pistachio nut tree stands tall, its branches laden with delicious treasures that delight both our taste buds and our senses. In the depths of the rainforest, the Silky anteater hangs upside down, a mysterious creature with long claws and a gentle demeanor. Harvestmen crawl delicately on their spindly legs, resembling daddy longlegs as they explore their leafy surroundings with curiosity. A Zodiac sculpture captures a winged male figure - perhaps Cupid or Eros - symbolizing love's timeless connection to nature's wonders. The rhythmic drumming echoes through the forest as Great and Lesser spotted woodpeckers tap away at trees in search of insects hidden within. An Indian grey mongoose scampers across lush green fields towards a ripe mango fruit, showcasing nature's perfect balance between predator and prey. Amongst rocky cliffs resides the Guinea baboon, its expressive face reflecting wisdom gained from years spent navigating life's challenges in untamed wilderness. Vibrant hues adorn the Green-throated carib hummingbird; an adult male displaying his iridescent plumage while sipping nectar from tropical flowers. Basalt columns rise like natural sculptures in Fingals Cave on Staffa Island – a testament to Earth’s geological artistry carved by time itself. The Barbary macaque clings onto existence as an endangered species; their playful antics remind us of humanity’s responsibility to protect all creatures great and small. In this captivating world filled with diverse flora and fauna, every facial expression tells a story – each one revealing nature’s intricate tapestry woven for all to admire.