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Skipper Collection (#5)

"Skipper: A Symbol of Resilience and Adventure" In 1940, amidst the turmoil of World War II, Winston Churchill emerged as a true skipper

Background imageSkipper Collection: Olive Skipper (Pyrgus serratulae) two adults, resting on grass flowerhead, Italy, july

Olive Skipper (Pyrgus serratulae) two adults, resting on grass flowerhead, Italy, july

Background imageSkipper Collection: Red Underwing Skipper (Spialia sertorius) adult, resting on moss in mountain meadow

Red Underwing Skipper (Spialia sertorius) adult, resting on moss in mountain meadow, Valle de Hecho, Pyrenees, Spain, June

Background imageSkipper Collection: Large Skipper (Ochlodes venatus) adult pair, mating on bramble leaf, Ivinghoe Beacon

Large Skipper (Ochlodes venatus) adult pair, mating on bramble leaf, Ivinghoe Beacon, Chiltern Hills, Buckinghamshire, England, June

Background imageSkipper Collection: Essex Skipper (Thymelicus lineola) adult, resting on leaf, Thursley Common National Nature

Essex Skipper (Thymelicus lineola) adult, resting on leaf, Thursley Common National Nature Reserve, Surrey, England, June

Background imageSkipper Collection: Two-barred Flasher, Astraptes fulgerator, adult on Turks Cap (Malvaviscus drummondii)

Two-barred Flasher, Astraptes fulgerator, adult on Turks Cap (Malvaviscus drummondii), The Inn at Chachalaca Bend, Cameron County, Rio Grande Valley, Texas, USA, May

Background imageSkipper Collection: Long Dash Skipper, Polites mystic, Kentucky

Long Dash Skipper, Polites mystic, Kentucky

Background imageSkipper Collection: The skipper out of a berth

The skipper out of a berth. Illustration shows Mark A. Hanna as an old sailor sitting on a box on the dock, smoking a pipe, and watching a ship labeled Ship of State sail out to sea

Background imageSkipper Collection: Sunset Skipper

Sunset Skipper
The skipper of a ship, steering the capstan during a lovely sunset. Date: 1967

Background imageSkipper Collection: Elater (Click Beetle) and Elops Saurus

Elater (Click Beetle) and Elops Saurus

Background imageSkipper Collection: European Butterflies

European Butterflies
A variety of butterflies on foliage including the chequered skipper (no 11) Date: 1889

Background imageSkipper Collection: Mallow Skipper (Carcharodus alceae) adult, feeding on flowers, Bulgaria, september

Mallow Skipper (Carcharodus alceae) adult, feeding on flowers, Bulgaria, september

Background imageSkipper Collection: Safflower Skipper (Pyrgus carthami) adult, roosting on Pyramidal Orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis)

Safflower Skipper (Pyrgus carthami) adult, roosting on Pyramidal Orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis) flower, Causse de Gramat, Massif Central, Lot, France, may

Background imageSkipper Collection: Small Skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) adult, feeding on Marsh Thistle (Cirsium palustre) flower

Small Skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) adult, feeding on Marsh Thistle (Cirsium palustre) flower, Powys, Wales, july

Background imageSkipper Collection: Large Skipper (Ochlodes venatus) adult, resting on leaf, Leicestershire, England, june

Large Skipper (Ochlodes venatus) adult, resting on leaf, Leicestershire, England, june

Background imageSkipper Collection: Large Chequered Skipper (Heteropterus morpheus) adult, resting on Maidenhair Spleenwort

Large Chequered Skipper (Heteropterus morpheus) adult, resting on Maidenhair Spleenwort (Asplenium trichomanes) leaves, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Background imageSkipper Collection: Dingy Skipper (Erynnis tages) adult, resting on grass stem, Warwickshire, England, may

Dingy Skipper (Erynnis tages) adult, resting on grass stem, Warwickshire, England, may

Background imageSkipper Collection: Small Skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) adult female, laying eggs in grass leaf sheath, Powys

Small Skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) adult female, laying eggs in grass leaf sheath, Powys, Wales, june

Background imageSkipper Collection: Tugboat

Tugboat
MODEL RELEASED. Tugboat skipper manoeuvring a container ship loaded with cargo (upper right). The container ship, called Kyoto Express

Background imageSkipper Collection: Silver Spotted Skipper LB 1329 Hesperia comma © Ian Beames / ARDEA LONDON

Silver Spotted Skipper LB 1329 Hesperia comma © Ian Beames / ARDEA LONDON
LB-1329 Silver Spotted Skipper Hesperia comma Ian Beames Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageSkipper Collection: Dingy Skipper - Butterfly - UK

Dingy Skipper - Butterfly - UK
DAC-253 Dingy Skipper Butterfly - UK Erynnis tages David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageSkipper Collection: Lulworth Skipper

Lulworth Skipper
JLM-451 Lulworth Skipper Butterfly Thymelicus acteon John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageSkipper Collection: Aberdyfi (Aberdovey), Wales - Motor Launch

Aberdyfi (Aberdovey), Wales - Motor Launch
The Motor Launch The Pride of the Midlands, bound for Aberdovey (now Aberdyfi). The three portraits above the photograph of the boat are of the Skipper, the Mate and the ships Engineer

Background imageSkipper Collection: Various Skippers

Various Skippers
Pearl Skipper Five-Spotted Burnet Moth Large Skipper Green Forester Six-Spotted Burnet Moth

Background imageSkipper Collection: Four Skipper Moths

Four Skipper Moths
Grizzled Skipper Moth Dingy Skipper Chequered Skipper Small Skipper

Background imageSkipper Collection: Dinky Skipper Butterfly

Dinky Skipper Butterfly
JLMO-2540 Dinky Skipper Butterfly Erynnis tages John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageSkipper Collection: Mud Skipper

Mud Skipper
JLM-3475 MUD SKIPPER Periophthalmus John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageSkipper Collection: Dingy Skipper Butterfly

Dingy Skipper Butterfly
JLM-2090 Dingy Skipper Butterfly Erynnis tages John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageSkipper Collection: Grizzled Skipper - on flower

Grizzled Skipper - on flower
ME-1874 Grizzled Skipper - on flower Pyrgus malvae Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageSkipper Collection: Small skipper Top view with wings open Aggtelek National Park Hungary

Small skipper Top view with wings open Aggtelek National Park Hungary
GET-1469 Small skipper - Top view with wings open Aggtelek National Park - Hungary Thymelicus flavus Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageSkipper Collection: Grizzled Skipper Butterfly Distribution: Southern UK, widely found in Europe

Grizzled Skipper Butterfly Distribution: Southern UK, widely found in Europe
JLM-472 Grizzled Skipper Butterfly Pyrgus malvae Distribution: Southern UK, widely found in Europe. John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageSkipper Collection: Silver-spotted Skipper Butterfly

Silver-spotted Skipper Butterfly
JAB-3378 Silver-spotted Skipper BUTTERFLY - resting on leaf Hesperia comma Rare in UK. Fm: Hesperiidae Jack Bailey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageSkipper Collection: Cleopatra (left) and Large Skipper Butterfly (Ochlodes venata)

Cleopatra (left) and Large Skipper Butterfly (Ochlodes venata) - feeding on nectar of garden flower, Lower Saxony
USH-2012 Cleopatra (left) and Large Skipper Butterfly (Ochlodes venata) - feeding on nectar of garden flower Lower Saxony

Background imageSkipper Collection: Small Skipper butterfly - Feeding on purple flower of Scabious Note long tongue Location

Small Skipper butterfly - Feeding on purple flower of Scabious Note long tongue Location: Chalk grassland, Berkshire
SPH-3369 Small Skipper butterfly - Feeding on purple flower of Scabious Note long tongue Location: Chalk grassland, Berkshire



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"Skipper: A Symbol of Resilience and Adventure" In 1940, amidst the turmoil of World War II, Winston Churchill emerged as a true skipper, guiding Britain through its darkest hour. While navigating the treacherous waters of war, an advert for Skippers Norwegian Bristling Sardines offered a taste of comfort and sustenance during challenging times. Alain Colas, a legendary sailor and skipper, fearlessly conquered the vast oceans with his indomitable spirit. His biography serves as an inspiration to all who dare to dream big. The Chequered Skipper Butterfly's rarity in the UK reminds us that beauty can be found even in the most unexpected places. Its delicate wings symbolize hope fluttering against adversity. A whaling harpoon represents both danger and livelihood on the high seas. The skilled hands of J. Ephraim captured this moment of embarkation with precision and artistry between 1865-1870. As rain poured down relentlessly, a Whitby skipper stood undeterred at the helm, braving nature's fury while leading his crew towards their destination. During Victorian times, a Whitby Skipper embodied strength and authority within maritime communities. Their presence commanded respect as they faced countless challenges head-on. Robertson Hare portrayed characters with wit and charm on stage; his iconic portrayal evoked laughter from audiences across generations. "If Jardine had failed, " he quipped mischievously behind glasses and cricket cap. Through rain or shine, whether facing turbulent storms or basking in sunny skies - a skipper remains steadfast at sea - embodying resilience in every journey undertaken. From Churchill's unwavering leadership to Alain Colas' audacious voyages; from rare butterflies dancing delicately to whaling harpoons piercing deep waters – each hint about 'skipper' reveals tales woven by those who embrace life's adventures with unwavering determination.