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Filigree Collection

Filigree: A delicate artistry that weaves intricate tales of beauty and craftsmanship

Background imageFiligree Collection: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren
King Arthur welcomes the Green Knight into the Banqueting Hall and invites him to dismount and eat with the company. Everyone is amazed to see the unexpected visitor

Background imageFiligree Collection: Old Arabian coffee pot and jars

Old Arabian coffee pot and jars, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Background imageFiligree Collection: Detail of the Taj Mahal

Detail of the Taj Mahal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Background imageFiligree Collection: Dry Flower Bouquet

Dry Flower Bouquet
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: King Alfred Jewel

King Alfred Jewel
The King Alfred Jewel, made on the orders of King Alfred the Great. It was discovered in 1693, in North Petherton, Somerset, and is now a popular exhibit at the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford

Background imageFiligree Collection: Deer of Cordoba. 2nd half 10th v. Hispano-Moresque art. Caliphate period. Sculpture on bronze. SPAIN

Deer of Cordoba. 2nd half 10th v. Hispano-Moresque art. Caliphate period. Sculpture on bronze. SPAIN
CUL4872263 Deer of Cordoba. 2nd half 10th v. Hispano-Moresque art. Caliphate period. Sculpture on bronze. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. National Museum of Archaeology. SPAIN

Background imageFiligree Collection: Dry Jelly Fish Flower

Dry Jelly Fish Flower
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Portrait of a Noblewoman, 1617. Creator: Unknown

Portrait of a Noblewoman, 1617. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Noblewoman, 1617

Background imageFiligree Collection: Vase of Immortality with the Head of a Wind-Horse and the Precious Jewel, 18th-early 19th century

Vase of Immortality with the Head of a Wind-Horse and the Precious Jewel, 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Vase of Immortality with the Head of a Wind-Horse and the Precious Jewel (image 1 of 3), 18th-early 19th century

Background imageFiligree Collection: The International Exhibition: cups made of ostrich eggs, in the Algerian Court, 1862

The International Exhibition: cups made of ostrich eggs, in the Algerian Court, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: cups made of ostrich eggs, in the Algerian Court, 1862. The cups which we engrave may be classed amongst the curious works which wo have rarely the opportunity of

Background imageFiligree Collection: Tiny Macro World

Tiny Macro World
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Tiny Pearls

Tiny Pearls
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Rain Drops

Rain Drops
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Taraxacum

Taraxacum
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Floating Wheels

Floating Wheels
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Filigree Leafs

Filigree Leafs
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: In My Summer Garden

In My Summer Garden
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Purple Macro

Purple Macro
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Pink Romantic Pattern

Pink Romantic Pattern
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Little Drops

Little Drops
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Golden Pearls

Golden Pearls
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: The Golden Flower

The Golden Flower
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Purple Bud

Purple Bud
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Tentacle Flower

Tentacle Flower
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Tiny Transparent Leafs

Tiny Transparent Leafs
Treechild

Background imageFiligree Collection: Detail of chalice in coral, silver filigree and gilded copper

Detail of chalice in coral, silver filigree and gilded copper
6166403 Detail of chalice in coral, silver filigree and gilded copper by Iacono, Francesco (18th century); Diocesan Museum, Duomo Monreale, Sicily

Background imageFiligree Collection: Vase of Alienor, from the Treasure of Saint-Denis, Sassanid Period

Vase of Alienor, from the Treasure of Saint-Denis, Sassanid Period, 6th or 7th century with setting done in France in
XIR164870 Vase of Alienor, from the Treasure of Saint-Denis, Sassanid Period, 6th or 7th century with setting done in France in 12th century (crystal)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Votive Plaque with God Vishnu, 19th century. Creator: Unknown

Votive Plaque with God Vishnu, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Votive Plaque with God Vishnu, 19th century

Background imageFiligree Collection: Coffer, France, 1700 / 20. Creator: Andre-Charles Boulle the Elder

Coffer, France, 1700 / 20. Creator: Andre-Charles Boulle the Elder
Coffer, France, 1700/20

Background imageFiligree Collection: Filigree Pendant in the Form of a Frog or Toad, A. D. 500 / 1000. Creator: Unknown

Filigree Pendant in the Form of a Frog or Toad, A. D. 500 / 1000. Creator: Unknown
Filigree Pendant in the Form of a Frog or Toad, A.D. 500/1000. Cocle, Venado Beach, Cocle province, Panama

Background imageFiligree Collection: Comb, Italy, c. 1880. Creator: Unknown

Comb, Italy, c. 1880. Creator: Unknown
Comb, Italy, c.1880

Background imageFiligree Collection: Cross, 1850 / 1900. Creator: Unknown

Cross, 1850 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Cross, 1850/1900

Background imageFiligree Collection: Carthaginian pendant, c. 7th - 6th century BC (gold)

Carthaginian pendant, c. 7th - 6th century BC (gold)
622015 Carthaginian pendant, c.7th - 6th century BC (gold) by Phoenician; length: 2.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Embossed sheet disc embellished on one side with filigree and granulation)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Silver filigree casket (chromolitho)

Silver filigree casket (chromolitho)
964342 Silver filigree casket (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Civilian furnishings (ameublement civil)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Jewellery, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)

Jewellery, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)
2771120 Jewellery, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

Background imageFiligree Collection: The Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn (b / w photo)

The Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn (b / w photo)
3092464 The Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Agnus Dei with St. Joseph (mixed media)

Agnus Dei with St. Joseph (mixed media)
BAT254008 Agnus Dei with St. Joseph (mixed media) by Italian School, (14th century); Museo di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence

Background imageFiligree Collection: Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c. 1001-1025 (engraving) (b&w photo)

Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c. 1001-1025 (engraving) (b&w photo)
XJF120797 Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c.1001-1025 (engraving) (b&w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: originally housed St)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Ewer with birds from the Treasury of Saint-Denis, Egyptian, Fatimid Period

Ewer with birds from the Treasury of Saint-Denis, Egyptian, Fatimid Period
XIR164868 Ewer with birds from the Treasury of Saint-Denis, Egyptian, Fatimid Period, late 10th century (rock crystal) (b/w photo) by Islamic School, (10th century); Louvre, Paris

Background imageFiligree Collection: Cameo depicting Emperor Honorius (395-423) and his wife

Cameo depicting Emperor Honorius (395-423) and his wife
XIR189591 Cameo depicting Emperor Honorius (395-423) and his wife, Maria (ivory and metal) (b/w photo) (see also 189590) by Byzantine; Private Collection; out of copyright

Background imageFiligree Collection: Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c. 1001-25 (bronze plated with silver

Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c. 1001-25 (bronze plated with silver
XBP228637 Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c.1001-25 (bronze plated with silver) (see also 120797 & 228636) by Celtic, (11th century); National Museum of Ireland, Dublin

Background imageFiligree Collection: Victoria And Albert Museum: Cross, cedar wood, covered with gold filigree work

Victoria And Albert Museum: Cross, cedar wood, covered with gold filigree work, the figure in walrus ivory
6011328 Victoria And Albert Museum: Cross, cedar wood, covered with gold filigree work, the figure in walrus ivory, the label and emblems of the Evangelists of cloisonne enamel, Byzantine

Background imageFiligree Collection: Bulla, amulet worn by freeborn Roman children until they reached maturity, Herculaneum

Bulla, amulet worn by freeborn Roman children until they reached maturity, Herculaneum
AMQ115770 Bulla, amulet worn by freeborn Roman children until they reached maturity, Herculaneum, Roman, 1st century (gold) by Roman; height:10 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imageFiligree Collection: A pair of strap-ends, from Ipsden Heath, Oxfordshire, Late Anglo-Saxon

A pair of strap-ends, from Ipsden Heath, Oxfordshire, Late Anglo-Saxon
AMQ118632 A pair of strap-ends, from Ipsden Heath, Oxfordshire, Late Anglo-Saxon, 9th century (silver with gold inlay) by Anglo-Saxon; length: c.5.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imageFiligree Collection: The Ardagh Chalice, Reerasta, County Limerick (silver with silver gilding, enamel

The Ardagh Chalice, Reerasta, County Limerick (silver with silver gilding, enamel
XBP390407 The Ardagh Chalice, Reerasta, County Limerick (silver with silver gilding, enamel, brass & bronze) (detail of 228699) by Celtic, (8th century); National Museum of Ireland, Dublin

Background imageFiligree Collection: The Ardagh Chalice, Reerasta, County Limerick (silver with silver gilding, enamel

The Ardagh Chalice, Reerasta, County Limerick (silver with silver gilding, enamel
XBP390406 The Ardagh Chalice, Reerasta, County Limerick (silver with silver gilding, enamel, brass & bronze) (detail of 228699) by Celtic, (8th century); National Museum of Ireland, Dublin

Background imageFiligree Collection: Crescent-Shaped Pendant, 1000-1100 (gold filigree with cloisonne enamel)

Crescent-Shaped Pendant, 1000-1100 (gold filigree with cloisonne enamel)
491306 Crescent-Shaped Pendant, 1000-1100 (gold filigree with cloisonneenamel) by Byzantine, (11th Century); h:3.05 w:3.20 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageFiligree Collection: The Imperial Eagle, c. 1-25 (cornelian intaglio)

The Imperial Eagle, c. 1-25 (cornelian intaglio)
499901 The Imperial Eagle, c.1-25 (cornelian intaglio) by Roman Imperial Period (27 BC-476 AD); w:3.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund; out of copyright

Background imageFiligree Collection: Platter from Avignon, Vaucluse, France

Platter from Avignon, Vaucluse, France, decorated with gold and crimson filigree pattern. Hand-finished chromolithograph from Ris Paquots General History of Ancient French and Foreign Glazed Pottery

Background imageFiligree Collection: One of a pair of Apsarases, Buddhist heavenly beings (gold)

One of a pair of Apsarases, Buddhist heavenly beings (gold)
425416 One of a pair of Apsarases, Buddhist heavenly beings (gold) by Chinese School, Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368); 4.7x2.3x8.8 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Background imageFiligree Collection: Filigree Disk Brooch with Central Boss, late 600s (gilt silver, copper alloy, glass

Filigree Disk Brooch with Central Boss, late 600s (gilt silver, copper alloy, glass
500356 Filigree Disk Brooch with Central Boss, late 600s (gilt silver, copper alloy, glass, almandine) by Frankish School, (7th century); h:4.20 w:4.30 d:1.80 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageFiligree Collection: Ewer with birds from the Treasury of Saint-Denis, Egyptian, Fatimid Period

Ewer with birds from the Treasury of Saint-Denis, Egyptian, Fatimid Period
XIR164869 Ewer with birds from the Treasury of Saint-Denis, Egyptian, Fatimid Period, late 10th century (rock crystal) (b/w photo) by Islamic School, (10th century); Louvre, Paris

Background imageFiligree Collection: Niello Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)

Niello Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)
2771123 Niello Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Large Filigree Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)

Large Filigree Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)
2771122 Large Filigree Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Blue and mauve flowers on an 11th birthday card

Blue and mauve flowers on an 11th birthday card with lacy design at the top. circa 1890s

Background imageFiligree Collection: Mauve flowers on a Christmas and New Year card

Mauve flowers on a Christmas and New Year card
Mauve flowers with silver filigree designs on a Christmas and New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageFiligree Collection: Angels and cross on a cutout devotional card

Angels and cross on a cutout devotional card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageFiligree Collection: French card, souvenir of first communion

French card, souvenir of first communion. circa 1890s

Background imageFiligree Collection: White flowers on a cross-shaped Easter card

White flowers on a cross-shaped Easter card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageFiligree Collection: Secession Building

Secession Building
3618466 Secession Building by Olbrich, Joseph Maria (1867-1908); (add.info.: Secession Building. Jugendtstil. Exhibition hall built in 1897 for the artists of the Secession)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c. 1001-25 (bronze plated with silver

Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c. 1001-25 (bronze plated with silver
XBP341844 Book-Shrine or Cumdach of Molaise, c.1001-25 (bronze plated with silver) (see also 120797 & 228637) by Celtic, (11th century); National Museum of Ireland, Dublin

Background imageFiligree Collection: A furniture inlayers workshop, from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et

A furniture inlayers workshop, from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et
STC243963 A furniture inlayers workshop, from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers by Denis Diderot (1713-84) published c.1770 (engraving) by French School

Background imageFiligree Collection: Cameo depicting Emperor Honorius (395-423) and his wife

Cameo depicting Emperor Honorius (395-423) and his wife
XIR189590 Cameo depicting Emperor Honorius (395-423) and his wife, Maria (ivory and metal) (b/w photo) (see also 189591) by Byzantine; Private Collection; out of copyright

Background imageFiligree Collection: Pendant disc with a head of Athena, braided chains linked by rosettes

Pendant disc with a head of Athena, braided chains linked by rosettes
XBP389337 Pendant disc with a head of Athena, braided chains linked by rosettes, and vase-shaped beads (gold & enamel) (detail of 165727) by Greek School, (4th century BC); State Hermitage Museum

Background imageFiligree Collection: Cosmetic Jar, 500s (gold filigree, sapphire, and rock crystal)

Cosmetic Jar, 500s (gold filigree, sapphire, and rock crystal)
491305 Cosmetic Jar, 500s (gold filigree, sapphire, and rock crystal) by Byzantine School, (6th century); h:3.70 w:2.90 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Grace Rainey Rogers Fund; out of copyright

Background imageFiligree Collection: Octagonal Pendant, and two Spacers in the Form of Corinthian Columns, 324-326 (gold)

Octagonal Pendant, and two Spacers in the Form of Corinthian Columns, 324-326 (gold)
500205 Octagonal Pendant, and two Spacers in the Form of Corinthian Columns, 324-326 (gold) by Byzantine, (4th century); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageFiligree Collection: Double Goblet, c. 1614-1632 (gilt silver)

Double Goblet, c. 1614-1632 (gilt silver)
499882 Double Goblet, c.1614-1632 (gilt silver) by Treghart, Alexander (1614-1654); h:58.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund; German, out of copyright

Background imageFiligree Collection: Kolt Medallion, Ryazan (gold with pearls, enamel and precious stones)

Kolt Medallion, Ryazan (gold with pearls, enamel and precious stones)
BAL51095 Kolt Medallion, Ryazan (gold with pearls, enamel and precious stones) by Russian School (12th century); diam: 12 cm; Kremlin Museums, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageFiligree Collection: The Nave and Interior of Eglise Sainte-Madeleine, showing the screen decorated in

The Nave and Interior of Eglise Sainte-Madeleine, showing the screen decorated in
XIR56549 The Nave and Interior of Eglise Sainte-Madeleine, showing the screen decorated in Flamboyant Gothic style by Jean Gailde between 1508-17 (photo) by French School, (16th century); St

Background imageFiligree Collection: Disc Earrings, c. 1st century (gold)

Disc Earrings, c. 1st century (gold)
AMQ115768 Disc Earrings, c.1st century (gold) by Byzantine; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; out of copyright

Background imageFiligree Collection: Gold bulla from the House of the Menander, Pompeii, 79AD (gold)

Gold bulla from the House of the Menander, Pompeii, 79AD (gold)
BAL5037 Gold bulla from the House of the Menander, Pompeii, 79AD (gold) by Roman, (1st century AD); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania

Background imageFiligree Collection: Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones)

Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones)
3434824 Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones) by European School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Top left: A CONTINENTAL GOLD, ENAMEL)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Spindle Whorl, The West Yorkshire Hoard (iron)

Spindle Whorl, The West Yorkshire Hoard (iron)
2771125 Spindle Whorl, The West Yorkshire Hoard (iron) by Anglo-Saxon; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

Background imageFiligree Collection: Garnet Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)

Garnet Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)
2771119 Garnet Ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

Background imageFiligree Collection: The Kilmainham Brooch, from Kilmainham, County Dublin, 8th-9th century (silver & gold)

The Kilmainham Brooch, from Kilmainham, County Dublin, 8th-9th century (silver & gold)
XBP341841 The Kilmainham Brooch, from Kilmainham, County Dublin, 8th-9th century (silver & gold) by Celtic; length: 16 cm; National Museum of Ireland, Dublin

Background imageFiligree Collection: The Cavan or Queens Brooch, from Cavan, County Cavan

The Cavan or Queens Brooch, from Cavan, County Cavan
XBP341836 The Cavan or Queens Brooch, from Cavan, County Cavan, 8th-9th century (silver gilding & gold) by Celtic; length

Background imageFiligree Collection: Disc brooch, from Benevento, Campania, Anglo-Saxon, 7th century (gold, onyx and amethyst)

Disc brooch, from Benevento, Campania, Anglo-Saxon, 7th century (gold, onyx and amethyst)
AMQ118645 Disc brooch, from Benevento, Campania, Anglo-Saxon, 7th century (gold, onyx and amethyst) by Anglo-Saxon; diam. 4.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imageFiligree Collection: Phylactery or pentagonal reliquary, 10th-11th century (wood, copper

Phylactery or pentagonal reliquary, 10th-11th century (wood, copper
XIR226562 Phylactery or pentagonal reliquary, 10th-11th century (wood, copper, gilded silver & semi-precious stones) by French School; 40x27 cm; Church of St

Background imageFiligree Collection: Tanit pendant, c. 7th - 6th century BC (gold)

Tanit pendant, c. 7th - 6th century BC (gold)
622016 Tanit pendant, c.7th - 6th century BC (gold) by Phoenician; length: 2.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Formed of a hollow sheet box in the form of the sign of Tanit)

Background imageFiligree Collection: The A of Charlemagne (742-814) (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones)

The A of Charlemagne (742-814) (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones)
XIR191496 The A of Charlemagne (742-814) (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones) by French School, (11th century); 43x40 cm; Church of St

Background imageFiligree Collection: 3032067

3032067

Background imageFiligree Collection: Small filigree ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)

Small filigree ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)
2771124 Small filigree ring, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)




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Filigree: A delicate artistry that weaves intricate tales of beauty and craftsmanship. Just like the exquisite detailing in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren, filigree captures our imagination with its fine lines and ornate patterns, and is reminiscent of the Taj Mahal's mesmerizing detail, where every curve tells a story of love and devotion. From an old Arabian coffee pot to jars adorned with delicate filigree motifs, this ancient technique has stood the test of time. In unexpected places, such as Buchanan Hotel in Townsville's urban landscape from 1970, filigree adds a touch of elegance to modernity. Even a simple dry flower bouquet becomes enchanting when adorned with tiny golden pearls delicately intertwined within its petals. Step into my summer garden, where pink romantic patterns dance on delicate blooms like little drops of joy. Zoom closer still, and you'll discover a tiny macro world hidden within each petal – nature's own version of filigree. Golden pearls glisten against dark velvety backgrounds in The Golden Flower; their lustrous shine reflecting light like tiny stars in the night sky. And just when you think they can't get any smaller or more precious than that – behold. Tiny pearls intricately woven together create an ethereal tapestry that captivates all who gaze upon it. Filigree is more than just an art form; it is a testament to human creativity and ingenuity. It reminds us that even the tiniest details can hold immense beauty if we take the time to appreciate them.

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