Scarlet Collection (#4)

Scarlet tiger moth and Jersey tiger moth
Scarlet tiger moth, Callimorpha dominula 1-4, and Jersey tiger moth, Euplagia quadripunctaria 5-7. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die

Pharmacis carna, orange swift and gold swift moths
Pharmacis carna 2-4, orange swift, Triodia sylvina 5, 6, and gold swift, Phymatopus hecta 7. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die

Woman in luxurious evening gown of tulle and satin, 1913
Woman in luxurious evening gown of tulle and satin, green velvet sash with pearl tassel. Grande robe du soir en tulle et satin, echarpe de velours at glands de perles

Woman in lilac dress looking at herself in a mirror
Woman in lilac muslin silk dress with black velvet vest looking at herself in a mirror. Deshabille de mousseline de soie glycine drape et borde de fourrure, petite casaque de velours noir frappe

Woman in yellow chiffon night gown and hat getting into bed
Woman in yellow chiffon night gown and hat, bed with striped curtains, white doves in foreground. Costume et coiffure de nuit en mousseline jaune

A mythological figure
BAL37770 A mythological figure by Mughal School; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Indian, out of copyright

Swiss noble, 16th century
5855311 Swiss noble, 16th century by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Swiss noble, 16th century, in purple cape over green jerkin, slashed breeches in scarlet and yellow)

Isabella d Este, Countess of Mantua (1474-1539)
5855301 Isabella d Este, Countess of Mantua (1474-1539) by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Isabella d Este, Countess of Mantua (1474-1539) Scarlet dress with train

Walloon soldier, 16th century
5855293 Walloon soldier, 16th century by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Walloon soldier, 16th century, wearing a morion helmet)

King Francis I of France (1494-1547)
5855268 King Francis I of France (1494-1547) by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: King Francis I of France (1494-1547)

Maurice the Brave, Elector of Saxony (1521-1553)
5855247 Maurice the Brave, Elector of Saxony (1521-1553) by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Maurice the Brave, Elector of Saxony (1521-1553)

A scarlet velvet floor cover with green velvet border, densely embroidered in gilt
1767211 A scarlet velvet floor cover with green velvet border, densely embroidered in gilt couched gilt thread (velvet) by Indian School

Portrait of Cardinal Fernando Nuzzi (oil on canvas)
619155 Portrait of Cardinal Fernando Nuzzi (oil on canvas) by Morandi, Giovanni Maria (1622-1717) (circle of); 73.3x62.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Study in Scarlet by A. K. Macdonald
A young lady dressed festively in a white fur-trimmed red gown with muff goes for a walk in the snow. Date: 1905

Page 42. King Parrot (male). Scarlet & Green (w / c on paper)
5670927 Page 42. King Parrot (male). Scarlet & Green (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N)

Cover for Harpers Magazine, Christmas Issue, c. 1898 (colour lithograph)
BAL41409 Cover for Harpers Magazine, Christmas Issue, c.1898 (colour lithograph) by Penfield, Edward (1866-1925); Plaket Museum, Essen, Germany; American, out of copyright

Mr Henry Reginald Corbet (colour litho)
613195 Mr Henry Reginald Corbet (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Henry Reginald Corbet of Adderley Hall, Born in the Scarlet)

Scarlet honeyeater, Myzomela sanguinolenta (New Holland creeper, Certhia australasiae). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn

Scarlet mutilla wasp, Mutilla coccinea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1815

Scarlet ibis, Eudocimus ruber (Ibis rubra). Handcoloured steel engraving from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842

Scarlet monkey flower, Mimulus cardinalis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after J.T. Hart from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G

Jewel beetles, scarlet cantharis, and hermit crab
Jewel beetles, Buprestis ocellata, scarlet cantharis, and common hermit crab, Pagurus bernhardus (Cancer bernardus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Sydenham Edwards from John Mason Goods

Scarlet macaw, Ara macao, and great spotted woodpecker, Dendrocopos major. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d

Scarlet mormon butterfly, Papilio deiphobus rumanzovia (Deiphobus butterfly, Papilio deiphobus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Scarlet chested sunbird, Chalcomitra senegalensis gutturalis (Purple-throated creeper, Certhia gutturalis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Scarlet tiger, clouded buff, wood tiger
Scarlet tiger moth, Callimorpha dominula, clouded buff, Diacrisia sannio, wood tiger, Parasemia plantaginis, and purple tiger, Rhyparia purpurata

Vervain or Verbena species
Scarlet Buenos Ayres vervain, Verbena melindres, germander-like vervain, Verbena teucroides, bluish vervain, Verbena caerulescens, and Mr. Tweedies vervain, Verbena tweediana

Gaillardia and Pyrethrum species
Two-coloured gaillardia, Gaillardia bicolor, bristly gaillardia, Gaillardia aristata, large marsh ox-eye, Pyrethrum uliginosum, scarlet chrysanthemum, Pyrethrum carneum, and pellitory of Spain

Potentilla species
Hopwoods pontetilla, Potentilla hopwoodiana, dark-red potentilla, Potentilla atro-sanguineum, scarlet flowered potentilla, Geum coccineum, and mountain sieversia, Sieversia potentilla

Hibiscus and Lavatera species
Musk hibiscus, Hibiscus moschatus, three-lobed lavatera, Lavatera triloba, Thuringian latavera, Lavatera thuringiaca, finger-leaved nuttalia, Nuttalia digitata, poppy-like nuttalia, Nuttalia papaver

Lychnis and campion species
Scarlet lychnis, Lychnis chalcedonica, Chinese lychnis, Lychnis coronata, fulgent lychnis, Lychnis fulgens, Bunges scarlet campion, Agrostemma bungeana, rose campion, Agrostemma coronaria

Crassula and kalosanthes species
Centaury-like crassula, Crassula centauroides, scarlet kalosanthes, Kalosanthes coccinea, and red and white kalosanthes, Kalosanthes versicolor

Indigo tree, glory pea, kennedya, and other species
Violet-coloured indigo tree, Indigofera violacea, coronilla-leaved swainsonia, Swainsonia coronillaefolia, crimson glory pea, Clianthus puniceus, Mr

Plum tree, Prunus domestica, and siricote or sebesten, Cordia sebestena. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Scarlet pimpernel, Anagallis arvensis and Anagallis arvensis subsp. foemina. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Scarlet myzomela, Myzomela sanguinolenta (Sanguineous honey-eater, Certhia sanguinolenta). Australia. Handcoloured copperplate drawn

Scarlet macaw, Ara macao (Red and yellow macaw, Macrocercus aracanga). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

Scarlet ibis, sacred ibis and candytuft
Scarlet ibis, Eudocimus ruber 2, African sacred ibis, Threskiornis aethiopicus 3, 4, and candytuft, Iberis sempervirens 1. iberide, ibis rouge, ibis sacre

Pink and scarlet Moss Rose-Buds, Beauty, love, and poetry. Handcoloured lithograph by Dean and Munday after an illustration by Eliza Eve Gleadall from The Beauties of Flora

Scarlet banana or red-flowering banana, Musa coccinea. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Scarlet ourisia, Ourisia coccinea, rare perennial from the Chilean Andes. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Scarlet iochroma, Iochroma coccineum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe

Scarlet sage cultivar, Salvia splendens souchetii. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Cardinal larkspur, Delphinium cardinale. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Scarlet flame bean, Brownea coccinea subsp. capitella (Brownea racemosa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes

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"Scarlet: A Timeless Hue of Passion and Intrigue" In the iconic film "Gone with the Wind, " released in 1939, Hattie McDaniel's character assists Vivien Leigh's Scarlett O'Hara while offering some unwelcomed advice. This classic movie showcased the indomitable spirit of a woman named Scarlet, who faced adversity with resilience and determination. Another famous reference to scarlet is found in "The Scarlet Pimpernel, " a captivating tale of heroism set during the French Revolution. The enigmatic protagonist donned a scarlet emblem, symbolizing his bravery as he rescued innocent lives from perilous situations. Nature also boasts its own version beauty. Wilmots Late Scarlet Strawberry entices taste buds with its luscious red hue, while the vibrant Northumberland Fusiliers proudly display their distinctive scarlet uniforms on military grounds. Banksia coccinea, commonly known as scarlet banksia, adds a touch of fiery elegance to any landscape. Its striking crimson flowers attract attention and evoke feelings of passion and vitality. Literature enthusiasts may recall Nathaniel Hawthorne's masterpiece "The Scarlet Letter. " Set in Puritanical New England, this novel explores themes of sin and redemption through the story of Hester Prynne adorned with her infamous scarlet letter 'A. ' In visual arts, a stunning red gerbera daisy against a black background creates an arresting contrast that draws viewers into its mesmerizing allure (Picture No. 10892362). Meanwhile, Grove Hospital in Tooting Grove served as a sanctuary for healing souls during challenging times. Whether it was Grove Military Hospital or Grove Hospital in southwest London or Surrey remains unclear; nevertheless, it stands as a testament to compassion amidst chaos. From literature to cinema and nature itself—scarlet continues to captivate our imagination with its passionate allure.