Frieze Collection (page 50)

Frieze, Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East

Reliefs, Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East

Detail of painted decoration, the Shiv Niwas Palace Hotel, Udaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Detail of the fine plaster work in the Sheesh Mahal (mirrored hall) (hall of mirrors), Samode Palace Hotel, Samode, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Decorative detail in the Sheesh Mahal (mirrored hall) (hall of mirrors), Deo Garh Palace Hotel, Deo Garh (Deogarh), Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Abstract or stylized floral motif, chalk blue and white painted Mahal (hall), The City Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Detail of the fine wall paintings, The City Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Detail of the finely painted walls in one of the bedroom suites the Lake Palace Hotel, Lake Palace, Udaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Detail of the painted ceiling done in the European style in bedroom of restored traditional Pol house, Ahmedabad, Gujarat state, India, Asia

The frieze from the Treasury of the Siphnians decorated with relief representations of mythological scenes, The Museum, Delphi, Peloponnese, Greece, Europe

Close-up of the head of a female statue and frieze behind at Zeughaus, Mitte, Berlin, Germany, Europe

Detail on the Royal Albert Hall, built in 1871 and named after Prince Albert, Queen Victorias consort, Kensington, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Architectural detail the Circus, Bath, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avon, England, U.K. Europe

Maerten Van Heemskerk / Es
MAERTEN VAN HEEMSKERK Dutch painter

Evening Coat / Paquin 1914
Paquin evening coat: deep set fur trimmed sleeves & panels using a fabric with a Klimt style spiral motif. The shell style collar is possibly wired to keep its shape

Phidias at Work
Phidias at work on the Parthenon frieze

Stencilling a Frieze
Mama decorates the room by stencilling a frieze round the walls, while daughter holds the paint pot

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"Frieze: A Window into Ancient Art and Architecture" From the intricate metope of the Parthenon marbles, depicting a fierce battle between mythical creatures, to the grandeur of Athena's triumph over the giant Alcyoneus on the Pergamon Altar, friezes have long been an essential part of artistic expression. In Greece, at the Knossos Minoan Palace in Crete, a captivating frieze showcases three women gracefully adorned with vibrant garments. Meanwhile, Egyptian art reveals a relief featuring a bee—a powerful symbol representing Lower Egypt. Transporting us to ancient Rome, we witness athletes engaging in intense boxing matches while donning leather gloves. The view of Lincoln Cathedral from the North West captures its majestic beauty through an intricately designed frieze. Venturing further across continents, we encounter El Castillo's towering 130ft high frieze at Xunantunich Ruins in San Ignacio, Belize. Its detailed carvings immerse us in Mayan culture and history. The Dance of Death comes alive through tempera on stone within a choir setting—an eerie yet mesmerizing depiction that captivates viewers with its haunting symbolism. Architecture itself finds representation within friezes as well. Engravings by Charles Lawrie beautifully illustrate different orders of architecture—showcasing their unique characteristics and styles. Lastly, we are transported to Petra's Al Khazneh Temple in Jordan where another stunning frieze awaits our gaze. Here Hephaistos and goddess Eos ride together atop a magnificent horse—a testament to both craftsmanship and mythology intertwining seamlessly. Friezes serve as portals connecting us to ancient civilizations' stories and beliefs—each one offering glimpses into their rich cultural heritage. Through these remarkable works of art adorning walls and monuments worldwide, we can appreciate humanity's enduring fascination with creativity throughout history.