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Sea Serpent Attacking Ship, 1583

Detail from a map in the atlas Theatrum orbs terrarium, Abraham Ortelius, 1583. Old fears of the unknown are reflected even is this revolutionary work of science. Sea monsters are sea-dwelling mythical or legendary creatures, often believed to be of immense size. Marine monsters can take many forms, including sea dragons, sea serpents, or multi-armed beasts. They can be slimy or scaly and are often pictured threatening ships or spouting jets of water.

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Title: Sea Serpent Attacking Ship, 1583

Caption: Detail from a map in the atlas Theatrum orbs terrarium, Abraham Ortelius, 1583. Old fears of the unknown are reflected even is this revolutionary work of science. Sea monsters are sea-dwelling mythical or legendary creatures, often believed to be of immense size. Marine monsters can take many forms, including sea dragons, sea serpents, or multi-armed beasts. They can be slimy or scaly and are often pictured threatening ships or spouting jets of water.

Category: ILLUSTRATION • black & white • History: Early Modern • Culture: Mythology

Credit: Album / Science Source / New York Public Library

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Image size: 4500 × 3414 px | 44.0 MB

Print size: 38.1 × 28.9 cm | 1771.7 × 1344.1 in (300 dpi)

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