Gilded Collection (#73)

Seal above the Nuruosmaniye entrance gate to the Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey

Thailand, Bangkok. Golden Buddha statue in Wat Mahathat, Ko Ratanakosin

Thailand, Bangkok. The reclining Buddha at Wat Pho

Gilded roof of the Ordination Hall (Ubosot Hall) at Wat Benchamabophit, Bangkok, Thailand

Russia. St. Petersburg. Hermitage Museum. Imperial Hall

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu Valley. Pigeons cover the stupa at Swayambunath near Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu Valley. Swayambunath, an important center for Buddhist learning, is near Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Indonesia, Bali, Ubud. Hindu temple within Ubud Palace, brick and carved stone with gilded doors

Indonesia, Bali, Ubud. Elaborately furnished open-air pavilion of Ubud Palace, now a hotel

Ornate mirrored room, City Palace, Udaipur, India

Asia, Myanmar (Burma). The Kuthodaw Pagoda in Mandalay

Asia, Myanmar (Burma), Yangon (Rangoon). The Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon in the evening

Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Myanmar

Burma (Myanmar), Pagan (Bagan) Ananda temple in Bagan, Myanmar. Standing Buddha Kassapa, South facing

Bhutan, Punakha Dzong. Old tea pot and staff outside the gilded temple walls

View from the corner of Rue Nationale and Rue de la Scellerie in the heavily damaged city of Tours, France, June 1940
WORLD WAR II: TOURS, 1940. View from the corner of Rue Nationale and Rue de la Scellerie in the heavily damaged city of Tours, France, June 1940

Golden statue on top of the Cathedral, Dresden, Saxony, Germany, Europe

St. Vladimirs Cathedral interior, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

The Independence Monument, Independence Square, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

Buddha head, Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Reclining Buddha, Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda, Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Statues of the Buddha, Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Funerary Carriage Hall, Wat Xieng Thong, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddha statues in the main temple, Wat Saen, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Sitting Buddhas in the Main Temple, Wat Xieng Thong, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Temple door with murals, Wat Paphaimsaiyaram, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Sitting Buddha with naga heads, Wat Mai Complex, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddha statues, Wat Si Moung Khoung, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddha statue in the main temple, Wat Saen, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Sitting Buddha, Wat Mai Complex, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Temple door, Wat Paphaimsaiyaram, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddha statues in the Funerary Carriage Hall, Wat Xieng Thong, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Sitting Buddha in the Main Temple, Wat Xieng Thong, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Reclining Buddha, Wat Para Bat Tai, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddha statue, Wat Si Bun Heuang, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Johann Strauss statue at Stadtpark, Vienna, Austria, Europe

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"Gilded: A Glorious Display of Opulence and Beauty" Step into a world where grandeur meets artistry, as gilded masterpieces from across the globe enchant the senses. From the majestic Marcus Aurelius Statue standing tall in Rome to the mesmerizing Icon painted delicately on a wood panel, prepare to be captivated. Travel through time and witness ancient splendor with the Trundholm sun chariot, an Early Bronze Age marvel that has stood for over 3, 400 years. Marvel at the ethereal stained glass windows of Sainte Chapelle in Paris, France, where sunlight dances through vibrant hues, creating a kaleidoscope of colors. In Mexico City's bustling streets stands El Angel de la Independencia, its golden facade symbolizing freedom and triumph. Journey further east to Ladakh's Thiksey temple and behold the immense Maitreya Buddha adorned in breathtaking gold leaf - a sight that inspires awe and reverence. Closer to home lies Montrose Academy in Scotland; its regal architecture embellished with delicate gilding evokes an air of scholarly elegance. St. Michaels Church in Kiev beckons visitors with its gleaming domes reflecting centuries-old traditions amidst modernity. Delve into history as you gaze upon Serket's statue guarding Tutankhamun's canopic chest - an artifact discovered within Egypt's Valley of Kings. Witness Nancy's Place Stanislas come alive with restored gilded wrought iron work by Lamor; each detail telling tales of craftsmanship passed down through generations. Finally, immerse yourself in London's Lord Mayors Show - a spectacle celebrating tradition and pageantry where ornate golden carriages parade through city streets. These glimpses into our world reveal how gilding transcends time and borders; it is an art form that elevates beauty beyond imagination. Prepare to be enchanted by these shimmering treasures that remind us all why gold will forever hold a special place in our hearts.