Decorative Collection (page 6)

Mosquito Legend Pole, Tlingit totem pole, rainforest, summer, Sitka National Historic Park, Sitka, Baranof Island, Alaska, United States of America, North America

Pack clouds away
Decorative Art Nouveau style illustration depicting two happy young girls in bright costumes dancing. Unpublished illustration. Date: circa 1910

Harrods head dresses 1919
A variety of head dresses for evening, a popular accessory during the First World War and early 1920s. Date: 1919

Wilhelm I of Germany, King of Prussia, 1861
Wilhelm Friedrich Ludwig(1797 - 1888), King of Prussia (1861-1888) and German Emperor (1871-1888), as depicted in 1861 when crowned King of Prussia. Date: 1861

Advert for Stockings by Bear Brand 1933
Bear Brands newest expression in silken luxury. Dull lustred, gossamer thread and softest strength. 1933

Interior view of Teatro Colon and its Concert Hall, Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, South America

St. Andrews Cathedral, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

ROBIN HOOD. Robin Hood meets Will Scarlet. Pen and ink drawing by Howard Pyle from The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, 1883

MEMORIAL DAY, 1868. Mourners decorating the grave of General Frederick W. Lander in Salem, Massachusetts, during the first nationwide observance of Memorial (Decoration) Day, 30 May 1868

Ulysses S. Grant - US President and Military Commander
Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885) - 18th president of the United States (18691877) following his success as military commander in the American Civil War. Date: circa 1920s

Jamaica - The Old Homestead - Early view of Jamaica set within an attractive gold border. Date: circa 1900s

Agate bowl, grey and white
Agate is a decorative variety of cryptocrystalline quartz (silicon dioxide). This bowl specimen is from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Amphitheatre scene. Gladiators (4th c. ). Roman
Amphitheatre scene. Gladiators (4th c.). Roman art. Late Empire. Mosaic. SPAIN. Madrid. National Museum of Archaeology

Roman art. Early Empire. Mosaic. TUNISIA. Tunis

Jodhpur at Fort Mehrangarh in Rajasthan India beautiful temple for royals with color and stained glass windows of Fort Palace

Ancient fresco, Sigiriya, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

Decorative end papers, Art Gout Beaute, 1924
Decorative end papers in blue, black and gold, Art Gout Beaute, 1924. 1924

Royal Wedding 1947 - the cake
Wedding cake made by Mr F. Schul of McVitie and Price in Harlesden, London for the wedding of Princess Elizabeth to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten in November 1947

MOROCCO, Atlantic Coast, ESSAOUIRA: High Vantage View of Central Essaouira

Tunisia - Arab Bazaar
Tunisia - an Arab dealer sitting in his shop, surrounded by his wares (pretty much everything you can imagine) including drapes, rugs, pots, a stuffed baby crocodile, swords, guns

Girl in a Pierrot Costume in this stylised circular painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Owen Jones Byzantine 30
Designs from mosaics and marble pavements in Rome, Venice, Ravenna and Monreale

Owen Jones Egyptian 8
Ornaments from Mummy-cases in the British Museum and the Louvre, mostly composed of the lotus flower

Bust of Carlos Gardel famous for tango, Cafe Tortoni, a famous tango cafe restaurant, Buenos Aires, Argentina, South America

Gerrard Street, Chinatown, during the Chinese New Year celebrations, decorated with colourful Chinese lanterns, Soho, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Monument to Princess Olha (Olga) at Mykhaylivska Square in front of St. Michaels Monastery, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

Native American Powwow, Taos, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Red chilli peppers on barn door, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Finlay Park Fountain, Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America, North America

Ornate architectural detail above the entrance to the Royal Palace, Fez, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Chattel house, St. Kitts, Caribbean, West Indies

Swayambhunath (Swayambhu) (Monkey Temple) Buddhist stupa on a hill overlooking Kathmandu, taken at dawn with Orion in the sky behind the prayer flags, Kathmandu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nepal

Flower pot on window sill, Burano, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

The Mahabodhi temple, the stupa at the Bodhi tree where the Buddha attained enlightenment at Bodh Gaya (Bodhgaya), Bihar State, India

Detail of carving of a couple on the Parsvanatha Temple, Khajuraho, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

The Char Minar (Charminar) triumphal arch in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India

Peacock sculpture, City Palace built in 1775, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India

The Lakshmi Narayan or Birla Mandir Temple, Hindu temple to the goddess of wealth, Delhi, India

Ornate marble staircase in apartment building, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Dancer, Tropicana Cabaret, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Door with Chinese art and characters, Xingping, Guangxi Province, China, Asia

Temple, Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China, Asia

Owen Jones Egyptian 11
Various ornaments from Tombs in Thebes, Mummy-cases, Kings Robes and an ancient Tomb in Giza, which was opened by Dr Lepsius

Evening Dress 1913
Exotic gown witih Chinese style tassels, a narrow draped satin skirt with train worn with an embroidered lace, square necked bodice with decorative cut under-sleeves

A sketch by Jean Gabriel Domergue of Mme Didier, Paris, 1925 Date: 1925

Glass Perfume Bottle
A swinging scent spray: A scent spray which swings on a pivot is a useful and decorative novelty and an ideal last minute Christmas present. Date: 1936

Frescoes, Holy Trinity Cathedral, founded 1902, Sibiu, Transylvania Region, Romania, Europe

Charles Wood, English horseracing jockey
Charles Wood (1856-1945), English flat racing jockey. late 19th century

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Step into a world of decorative wonders. From the intricate Chinoiserie wallpapers (J050121, J050124) that transport you to an exotic realm, to the historic Bayeux Tapestry (1066-1077) depicting scenes of epic battles. Marvel at the Antique map of Tasmania, a glimpse into the exploration and discovery of unknown lands. In Barcelona, be awestruck by the architectural masterpiece that is La Sagrada Familia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its soaring spires and intricate details will leave you in awe. And speaking of the Bayeux Tapestry (1066-1077), witness history come alive as it showcases the Battle of Hastings with vivid storytelling. Discover tranquility at St Pancras Old Church (AA062364), where time seems to stand still amidst its serene surroundings. Pay tribute to John Lennon at The Imagine Mosaic memorial near his former residence, the Dakota Building. Travel back in time with James Craig's 1768 Map of New Town, Edinburgh - an invaluable piece showcasing Scotland's rich history and topography. Immerse yourself in art and culture at Fundacion Cesar Manrique - a testament to creativity and innovation. Lastly, let Kings College Chapel (a98_04190) take your breath away with its grandeur and timeless beauty. Each hint tells a story; each decoration adds character to our world. Embrace these decorative treasures that enrich our lives.