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Floor Collection (#11)

"From ancient mosaics to modern marvels, the floor tells tales of history and innovation

Background imageFloor Collection: Section of the portico of the Benedictine Monastery of Cava dei Tirreni, in the province of Salerno

Section of the portico of the Benedictine Monastery of Cava dei Tirreni, in the province of Salerno Cava De Tirreni Monastery of the Benedictine Fathers, cloister Cloister Romanesque, Middle Ages

Background imageFloor Collection: The Portico of St. Peter's Basilica. Vatican City

The Portico of St. Peter's Basilica. Vatican City State of the Vatican City. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Cemetery of Pisa: Interior view with frescoes, sarcophagi, and statues

Cemetery of Pisa: Interior view with frescoes, sarcophagi, and statues. Pisa Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Tower (Tower of Arnolfo) of the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence reflected in a puddle

Tower (Tower of Arnolfo) of the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence reflected in a puddle Florence. Date of Photograph:12/1961

Background imageFloor Collection: Tower (Tower of Arnolfo) of the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence reflected in a puddle

Tower (Tower of Arnolfo) of the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence reflected in a puddle Florence. Date of Photograph:12/1961

Background imageFloor Collection: Tower (Tower of Arnolfo) of the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence reflected in a puddle

Tower (Tower of Arnolfo) of the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence reflected in a puddle Florence. Date of Photograph:12/1961

Background imageFloor Collection: Portrait of the two singers Gemma Bellincioni and Roberto Stagno

Portrait of the two singers Gemma Bellincioni and Roberto Stagno, while performing a scene from the Cavalleria Rusticana. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Studio Portrait of the two singers Gemma Bellincioni and Roberto Stagno

Studio Portrait of the two singers Gemma Bellincioni and Roberto Stagno, while performing a scene from the Cavalleria Rusticana. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Studio portrait of the two lyrical singers Gemma Bellincioni

Studio portrait of the two lyrical singers Gemma Bellincioni and Garbin in stage costume from the opera Manon. Date of Photograph:1890-1895 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Portrait of the two lyrical singers Gemma Bellincioni and Garbin during a scene of the opera Manon

Portrait of the two lyrical singers Gemma Bellincioni and Garbin during a scene of the opera Manon. Date of Photograph:1890-1895 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Pavement works in Piazza Santa Maria Novella; photo studio

Pavement works in Piazza Santa Maria Novella; photo studio Florence Santa Maria Novella square. Date of Photograph:10/09/1930

Background imageFloor Collection: Two altars in the nave of the Church of San Francesco in Pistoia

Two altars in the nave of the Church of San Francesco in Pistoia Pistoia Church of San Francesco, nave Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageFloor Collection: Transept of the Church of San Francesco in Pistoia

Transept of the Church of San Francesco in Pistoia Pistoia Church of San Francesco, transept Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Interior of the Church of San Francesco in Pistoia

Interior of the Church of San Francesco in Pistoia Pistoia Church of San Francesco, nave Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: The main hall of the Praetorian Palace, former Castle of Conti Guidi, in Poppi

The main hall of the Praetorian Palace, former Castle of Conti Guidi, in Poppi Poppi Castle Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: The Cloister of the Chapter, in the Carthusian Monastery of Pavia

The Cloister of the Chapter, in the Carthusian Monastery of Pavia Certosa di Pavia Cloister of the Chapter Cloister Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageFloor Collection: Partial view of the interior of the Santa Maria della Quercia Sanctuary in Bagnaia. Viterbo

Partial view of the interior of the Santa Maria della Quercia Sanctuary in Bagnaia. Viterbo Viterbo Bagnaia, Santa Maria della Quercia Sanctuary Nave Renaissance

Background imageFloor Collection: The central nave of the Duomo dell'Assunta (Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption) in Sutri

The central nave of the Duomo dell'Assunta (Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption) in Sutri. The interior of the Church is divided into three aisles by pilasters

Background imageFloor Collection: Detail with choir of the interior of Milan's Cathedral

Detail with choir of the interior of Milan's Cathedral. Milan Nave International Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1915-1920 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Partial view of the Hall of Arms in the Museo Poldi Pezzoli in Milan

Partial view of the Hall of Arms in the Museo Poldi Pezzoli in Milan Milan Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Hall of Arms Hall Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Background imageFloor Collection: The Yellow Room, or Stucco Room, in the Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Milan

The Yellow Room, or Stucco Room, in the Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Milan Milan Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Yellow Room, or Stucco Room. Date of Photograph:1875-1910 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: One of the exhibition halls of the Weapons Collection inside the Capodimonte Palace, Naples

One of the exhibition halls of the Weapons Collection inside the Capodimonte Palace, Naples. Naples Royal Palace of Capodimonte. Date of Photograph:1879- 1910

Background imageFloor Collection: The Hall decorated with antique porcelain in side the Capodimonte Palace in Naples

The Hall decorated with antique porcelain in side the Capodimonte Palace in Naples. Naples Royal Palace of Capodimonte. Date of Photograph:1879- 1910

Background imageFloor Collection: The Sala di Bacco in the Royal Palace of Capodimonte in Naples

The Sala di Bacco in the Royal Palace of Capodimonte in Naples. Naples Royal Palace of Capodimonte. Date of Photograph:1879- 1910

Background imageFloor Collection: Sacristy of the church of S. Domenico Maggiore in Naples. Over the wardrobes are the coffins of

Sacristy of the church of S. Domenico Maggiore in Naples. Over the wardrobes are the coffins of the Aragona Princes and other famous figures. Naples Church of S

Background imageFloor Collection: Interior of the Chapel of S. Gennaro also called del Tesoro (of the Treasure)

Interior of the Chapel of S. Gennaro also called del Tesoro (of the Treasure) inside the Cathedral of S. Gennaro in Naples. Naples Cathedral of S

Background imageFloor Collection: The Carafa Chapel inside the Cathedral of Naples. Better known as the sepulchre of San Gennaro

The Carafa Chapel inside the Cathedral of Naples. Better known as the sepulchre of San Gennaro, designed to hold the remains of the Patron Martyr

Background imageFloor Collection: Interior of Prato's Cathedral consisting of three naves with powerful columns

Interior of Prato's Cathedral consisting of three naves with powerful columns and lovely Romanesque style capitals. The lively rhythm of the arcades is characterized by the two colored decorative

Background imageFloor Collection: Detailed image of the interior of St. Martin's Cathedral, Lucca

Detailed image of the interior of St. Martin's Cathedral, Lucca. Lucca St. Martin's Cathedral Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageFloor Collection: A kitchen in Florence's Davanzati Palace. The image offers Elia Volpi's reconstruction of antique

A kitchen in Florence's Davanzati Palace. The image offers Elia Volpi's reconstruction of antique furnishings. Florence Davanzati Palace, kitchen

Background imageFloor Collection: Inner of the St. Martino a Mensola church close to Fiesole

Inner of the St. Martino a Mensola church close to Fiesole Florence St. Martino a Mensola church Nave Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageFloor Collection: Detail of the mosaic floor, in the presbytery of the Cathedral of Saints John and Paul in Ferentino

Detail of the mosaic floor, in the presbytery of the Cathedral of Saints John and Paul in Ferentino. Ferentino Cathedral of Saints John and Paul Paving Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

Background imageFloor Collection: Interior of the Cathedral of Saints John and Paul in Ferentino

Interior of the Cathedral of Saints John and Paul in Ferentino. The church has three aisles and a painted trussed roof. There is a tabernacle at the end of the aisles

Background imageFloor Collection: Partial view of the side aisle of the Saint Caesarius Cathedral in Terracina

Partial view of the side aisle of the Saint Caesarius Cathedral in Terracina Terracina Saint Caesarius Cathedral, aisle Nave Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageFloor Collection: View of the interior of the Saint Caesarius Cathedral in Terracina

View of the interior of the Saint Caesarius Cathedral in Terracina Terracina Saint Caesarius Cathedral Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageFloor Collection: Perspective view with imaginary architecture. Intarsia by Giovanni da Verona in the choir stalls

Perspective view with imaginary architecture. Intarsia by Giovanni da Verona in the choir stalls of the Santa Maria in Organo Church in Verona Verona Santa Maria in Organo Church, choir Tarsia

Background imageFloor Collection: Architectural view with two figures. Intarsia by Giovanni da Verona in the choir stalls of

Architectural view with two figures. Intarsia by Giovanni da Verona in the choir stalls of the Santa Maria in Organo Church in Verona Verona Santa Maria in Organo Church, choir Tarsia

Background imageFloor Collection: Foreshortened view of the interior of Logge dei Banchi, in Pisa

Foreshortened view of the interior of Logge dei Banchi, in Pisa. Pisa Logge dei Banchi Monumental Loggia Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageFloor Collection: Detail of the right aisle in Monreale's Cathedral

Detail of the right aisle in Monreale's Cathedral. Monreale Cathedral, right aisle Nave Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Logge dei Banchi in Pisa

Logge dei Banchi in Pisa Pisa Piazza XX Settembre Monumental Loggia Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageFloor Collection: Interior of the Church of S. Vincenzo in Prato, Milan

Interior of the Church of S. Vincenzo in Prato, Milan. Milan Church Early Christian Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1920 ca.. Date of Artwork:IX, 1889 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Interior detail of Milan's Cathedral

Interior detail of Milan's Cathedral. Milan Cathedral Nave International Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900 ca.. Date of Artwork:XV-XVI secc

Background imageFloor Collection: The Reading Room in the Grande Bretagne Hotel in Bellagio, Como

The Reading Room in the Grande Bretagne Hotel in Bellagio, Como. Bellagio Grande Bretagne Hotel. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Background imageFloor Collection: Interior of the Basilica of S. Lorenzo in Milan, characterized by a great majesty due to

Interior of the Basilica of S. Lorenzo in Milan, characterized by a great majesty due to the combination of the sixteenth century of the ancient Basilica

Background imageFloor Collection: Central aisle of the Badia Fiesolana, San Domenico, Fiesole

Central aisle of the Badia Fiesolana, San Domenico, Fiesole. Fiesole Badia Fiesolana Nave Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageFloor Collection: Gambling room, Montecarlo Casino, Monaco

Gambling room, Montecarlo Casino, Monaco Principality of Monaco Montecarlo Hall Liberty, Nineteenth-Twenty century, 19th-20th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageFloor Collection: Nave of the Church of S. Angelo a Nilo or Brancaccio Chapel in Naples

Nave of the Church of S. Angelo a Nilo or Brancaccio Chapel in Naples. Naples Church of S. Angelo a Nilo, Brancaccio Chapel Nave Rococo, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageFloor Collection: View of the interior of the Santa Maria della Quercia Sanctuary in Bagnaia. Viterbo

View of the interior of the Santa Maria della Quercia Sanctuary in Bagnaia. Viterbo Viterbo Bagnaia, Santa Maria della Quercia Sanctuary Nave Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods




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"From ancient mosaics to modern marvels, the floor tells tales of history and innovation. In Pompeii's Fish Mosaic, vibrant colors dance beneath our feet, preserving a glimpse into Roman life. Sir Gawain and the Green Knight transports us to Arthurian times, where chivalry meets enchantment on the medieval floor. The Tower Ballroom in Blackpool invites us to glide across its polished surface, as ballroom dancing echoes through its grand halls. But they are not just for leisure; they can be transformed into functional spaces too. William Heat's Top-Floor Chicken Farm showcases ingenuity as he turns an ordinary space into a thriving poultry haven. Linoleum manufacturers entice us with their advertisements, promising durability and style for our homes. In Kirkcaldy, Barry, Ostlere & Shepherd Ltd captivate us with their advert that brings linoleum to life in stunning patterns and textures. Van Eyck's Arnolfini Portrait reveals intricate details on the wooden floorboards that ground this iconic masterpiece. The London Stock Exchange is a hub of activity where stock jobbers gather on pitches - floors buzzing with financial transactions shaping economies worldwide. Italy enchants us once again with ballroom dancing; couples twirl gracefully across ornate parquet floors. Even royalty finds solace on the floor; Tsar Nicholas II shares tender moments with his family amidst opulent surroundings. On an oil rig in Iran, workers navigate the derrick floor tirelessly extracting precious resources from deep within the Earth. And speaking of Earth itself - topographic and bathymetric maps reveal nature's contours beneath our very feet - reminding us that even Mother Nature has her own magnificent 'floor' plan. " Note.