Embellished Collection (#5)

Girl in a fishtail dress (colour photo)
3095008 Girl in a fishtail dress (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl in a fishtail dress. Postcard, early 20th century)

The Gateway, The Castle (b / w photo)
3092514 The Gateway, The Castle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gateway, The Castle)

Design for a Triumphal Archway (pen & ink with chalk on paper)
956788 Design for a Triumphal Archway (pen & ink with chalk on paper) by Bandinelli, Baccio (1488-1560); 50x36.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Italian

Fauteuil, c. 1785-90 (softwood with gilding & green velvet)
1077602 Fauteuil, c.1785-90 (softwood with gilding & green velvet) by Jacob, Georges (1739-1814); The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham

Rifle round ornament Souvenir from Vimy Ridge
Ornament made from rifle rounds engraved Souvenir from Vimy Ridge, France, embellished with an Edward VII copper halfpenny. Trench Art

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Festivals, Religious, Christian, Easter, decorated eggs

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Festivals, Religious, Christian, Easter, decorated eggs

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Festivals, Religious, Christian, Easter, decorated eggs

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Festivals, Religious, Christian, Easter, decorated eggs

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Festivals, Religious, Christian, Easter, decorated eggs

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Festivals, Religious, Christian, Easter, decorated eggs

Exterior detail of Tash Khauli, also known as Tosh Hovli, Ichan Kala, Khiva, Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan, Khiva, Exterior detail of Tash Khauli, also known as Tosh Hovli, Ichan Kala

Italy, Campania, Naples, Belltower on building in courtyard of Palazzo Del Conservatorio Dello Spirito Santo

Greece, Pyrgi, Decorative exterior wall of a building in the village of Pyrgi

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Greece, Crete, Knossos, Dolphin fresco in the Queens Megaron, Knossos Palace

The Money Tree in woodland at Aira Force, near Glenridding, Lake Ullswater, Lake District
England, Cumbria, Lake District, The Money Tree in woodland at Aira Force, near Glenridding

Carved stone figures on front of Afrosiab Museum, also known as Afrosiyob Museum
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Carved stone figures on front of Afrosiab Museum, also known as Afrosiyob Museum

Colourful Suzani textile, cotton hand embroidered needlework, for sale, Bukhara
Uzbekistan, Bukhara, Colourful Suzani textile, cotton hand embroidered needlework for sale

Colourful ceiling in an iwan in the harem, Tash Khauli, also known as Tosh Hovli
Uzbekistan, Khiva, Colourful ceiling in an iwan in the harem, Tash Khauli, also known as Tosh Hovli, Ichan Kala

Turkey, Anatolia, Ephesus, Mosaic on the floor of one of the terrace houses

Eastern Gate of the Tumulus of Sanchie (b / w photo)
828631 Eastern Gate of the Tumulus of Sanchie (b/w photo) by Indian School; Musee Guimet, Paris, France; Indian, out of copyright

atmospheric, attraction, cathedrale notre-dame de chartres, catholic, centre-val de loire
West facade with the Royal Portal of the Gothic Cathedral of Chartres, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chartres, France, Europe

angel figure, cathedrale notre-dame de chartres, catholic, centre-val de loire, choir screen
16th century flamboyant Gothic astrological clock in the choir screen of the Cathedral of Chartres, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chartres, France, Europe

Plaque, late 19th / 20th century. Artist: Rene Lalique
Plaque, late 19th/20th century. From the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon, Portugal

Brooch, late 19th / 20th century. Artist: Rene Lalique
Brooch, late 19th/20th century. From the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon, Portugal

Pectoral, late 19th / 20th century. Artist: Rene Lalique
Pectoral, late 19th/20th century. From the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon, Portugal

Virgin of Humility, 15th century. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo
Virgin of Humility, 15th century

Plaque for eagles and pine choker, c1899-1901. Artist: Rene Lalique
Plaque for eagles and pine choker, c1899-1901. From the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon, Portugal

Diadem, late 19th / 20th century. Artist: Rene Lalique
Diadem, late 19th/20th century. From the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon, Portugal

Detail of a cupola, Galerie des Batailles (Gallery of the Battles), Chateau de Versailles, France

Female face pendant, c1898-1900. Artist: Rene Lalique
Female face pendant, c1898-1900. From the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon, Portugal

Hunter and dogs design in the green room, 1868

Design for an interior, 1868

Portrait of Eleanor, Queen of France, c1530-1540. Artist: Joos van Cleve
Portrait of Eleanor of Hapsbourg (1498-1558), Queen of France, c1530-1540. Eleanor of Hapsbourg was Archduchess of Austria, Queen of Portugal, then Queen of France and the second wife of Francois I

Triptych of Santa Clara, 1486. Artist: Mestre Hilarius
Triptych of Santa Clara, 1486. The panels depict Christ praying on the Mount of Olives, St Clare and the Miracle of the Safekeeping and the Lamentation of Christ

Custodia, 1527. From the Goldsmithery, Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro, Portugal

Bible, Portuguese, 17th Century

Caldeirinha, 13th-16th century. From the Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro, Portugal

Chalice, 12th century. From the Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro, Portugal

Bust of Louis XIV, Salon de Diane, Grand Apartment, Chateau de Versailles, France, 17th century

The High Priest (Le Grand Pretre), ballet costume design, 1911. Artist: Leon Bakst
The High Priest (Le Grand Pretre), ballet costume design, 1911. From the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Detail of a pendentive in a cupola, Galerie des Batailles, Chateau de Versailles, France
Detail of a pendentive in a cupola (Louis-Philippes Initials), Galerie des Batailles (Gallery of the Battles), Chateau de Versailles, France

The Queens Bedchamber, The Queens Suite (Grand Appartement de la Reine), Chateau de Versailles, France. The Rococo-style woodwork

The Saint-Denis Gate, Paris, 17th century. From the Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Embroidered white satin ladies kimono, Japanese, Edo period, 1600-1867. From the Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Madonna and Child, late 14th / early 15th century. Artist: Taddeo di Bartolo
Madonna and Child, late 14th/early 15th century

Allegory of France and Navarre, 1740. Artist: Francois Boucher
Allegory of France and Navarre, 1740. Cartoon for a tapestry, Palais de Justice, Rouen, France

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"Embellished: A Journey through Art and Culture" Immerse yourself in the intricate beauty of the Buddhist stupa known as Boudha at Bodhanath, Kathmandu, Nepal. Adorned with vibrant colors and delicate details, this architectural marvel is a testament to spiritual devotion. Step into the grandeur of Amiens Cathedral, an awe-inspiring attraction that showcases the magnificence of Gothic architecture. The Basilique Cathédrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens stands tall, embellished with ornate sculptures and stained glass windows that tell stories of faith. Enter a world of whimsy and nonsense as you explore Lear/ Nonsense/ Tring. This enchanting exhibit invites you to embrace your imagination through playful illustrations and witty verses by Edward Lear. Marvel at the images of deities on the walls of Kesava Temple in Somnathpur, South India. The Hoysala style intricately embellishes every surface, transporting visitors to a realm where art merges seamlessly with spirituality. Travel back in time to the roaring twenties with Victor Stiebel's fashion collection. Each garment tells a story of glamour and elegance, showcasing how fashion can be an art form itself when skillfully embellished. Witness Rogier Van der Weyden's masterpiece "Christ Appearing to His Mother. " This emotionally charged painting captures a poignant moment in history while displaying exquisite attention to detail that truly enhances its impact. Explore Ottoman culture through a C16 Koran adorned with elaborate calligraphy on its back cover. This stunning piece reflects both artistic mastery and religious significance from Europe all the way to Bulgaria. Uncover fragments from ancient manuscripts within a Breviary display. These beautifully decorated pages offer glimpses into centuries-old traditions preserved through meticulous ornamentation. Transport yourself to Streatlam Castle captured in timeless black-and-white photography. The monochromatic tones enhance every architectural detail, giving viewers an intimate glimpse into the past.