Handmade Collection (#9)

Trompe l oeil, 1939 (ink & w / c on paper)
863186 Trompe lA oeil, 1939 (ink & w/c on paper) by Inglis, William (fl.1910-40); 38.1x26.7 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK; British, out of copyright

Hand Carved Cabinet, 1938. Creator: Ethel Dougan
Hand Carved Cabinet, 1938

Hand Carved Cabinet, c. 1953. Creator: Ethel Dougan
Hand Carved Cabinet, c. 1953

Purse, c. 1936. Creator: Phyllis Dorr
Purse, c. 1936

Miners Chair - Hand Made, c. 1940. Creator: Rose Campbell-Gerke
Miners Chair - Hand Made, c. 1940

Handcarved Toy, c. 1939. Creator: Betty Jean Davis
Handcarved Toy, c. 1939

Printed floral skirt worn by Lucy Lee Shirley as a child, ca. 1860. Creator: Unknown
A childs circular skirt in a floral print with a pleated flounce on the hem. The main fabric is a plain weave natural fiber fabric with a cream ground

Handmade Embroidery, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Julie C Brush
Handmade Embroidery, 1935/1942

Paper Towns
Papercraft shapes, pyramids, and curves in abstract paper sculpture. Design template with real 3D forms in traditional materials.. Dina Belenko

Paper Castle
Origami papercraft sculpture in pastel tones. Vibrant design template with modern shapes and copy space. Dina Belenko

Cyprus, archaeological site of Kourion. Detail of ancient mosaic floor with geometric Roman text design

Bhutan, Thimphu. Traditional Bhutanese hand woven textiles

Bhutan, Thimphu. Traditional colorful and ornate hand woven textiles

Local handicraft jewelry. Aswan, Egypt

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Greece, Crete, Knossos, Pithoi, large storage jars, in The Magazines of The Giants, Knossos Palace

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Greece, Crete, Knossos, A Pithos, large storage jar, in The Magazines of The Giants, Knossos Palace

Italy, Veneto, hand blown glass beads by Davide Penso

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Japan, Kyoto, Nishiki Market on Nisiki koji-dori street, tray of handmade " wagashi" sweets based on sweet beans

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Mexico, Oaxaca, Woman making tortillas outside on traditional comal griddle

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

Algeria, Tipasa, Souvenirs
Modern souvenirs for sale at site of the ancient Roman city of Tipasa, Algeria, December 2007

Basket maker, at work outside his house in Thassos, Greece
An elderly male basket maker, at work outside his house in Thassos, Greece Date: 1992

The Queen in her Bridal Dress, 1840. Creator: William Henry Mote
The Queen in her Bridal Dress, 1840. Portrait of Victoria, Queen of Great Britain and Ireland (1819-1901) wearing her lace-trimmed wedding dress and veil

Little Georgie Reach pushing his Toy Horse - Blackpool. He is growing into his new coat... Date: circa 1907

Fixing Spout on a Teapot, c1917. From How It is Made, by Archibald Williams. [Thomas Nelson and Sons, London, Edinburgh, Dublin and New York]

A Potter at Work, 1910. From The British Isles in Pictures, by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. D.Lit. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1910]

Handkerchief of Lace of Irish Manufacture, 1863. Artist: Robert Dudley
Handkerchief of Lace of Irish Manufacture, 1863. Gifts presented to Alexandra of Denmark on the occasion of her marriage to the future Edward VII

Hand Made American Citizen, c20th century

Presents to Colombus, (16th century), 1920s
When Colombus returned to Cuba in his second voygage, the natives offered him different gifts that were hand made. Cigar card from the History of Cuba, Geografico Universal

Designs for Rugs by the Allgauer Handwebeteppiche, c1928. From The Studio Volume 95. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1928]

Ayres and Smith straw boater hat advertisement, 1931
Advertisement for the English Rustic straw hat created in a very specific, traditional plait. Date: 1931

Europe. Middle Age. Construction of a gothic Cathedral. Illustration by Lluis Bargall󮠗 atercolour

Royal Coronation 1953 knitting book
Front cover of the Womans Companion Coronation Knitting Book with a dozen delightful designs for all the family. Patterns featured include a jumper for a little boy with a soldier on the front

1960s knitting crochet pattern for dress modelled by Twiggy
Front cover of a crochet pattern for a quick crochet suit in Twilleys Stalite wool, worn here by archetypal sixties model, Twiggy. Date: c.1966

Man in Khaki - instructions for knitting socks, WW1
Instruction sheet contained within the Man in Khaki sock knitting kit, which also came with a sock measure to ensure uniformity from knitters who were making socks for soldiers during the First World

Queen Elizabeths Sewing Bee at Buckingham Palace, 1939
Members of the Palace household and wives of employees of the Royal Mews assembled in the Blue Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace for Queen Elizabeths Sewing Bee

Hand woven blankets made by Native Americans for sale in Old Town Albuquerque, NM

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"Embracing the Artistry of Handmade: A Journey Across Continents" From the ancient Sheela-na-Gig on the church wall of Killinaboy in Burren, County Clare, Ireland, to the vibrant souvenir blanket adorned with a colorful Aztec calendar design from Teotihuacan, Mexico - handmade treasures tell stories that span across continents. Witnessing skilled hands shaping a pot on Poole Pottery's wheel or observing how Navajo Indian Rugs are meticulously crafted in the heartland of North America reveals an age-old tradition passed down through generations. Even prehistoric Greece showcases its mastery with a simple yet captivating handmade vase devoid of decoration. During WW1, amidst chaos and uncertainty, knitting became both solace and support. Baldwin's knitting leaflet and Patons knitting wools advertisement served as beacons of hope for those seeking comfort during trying times. Meanwhile, Africa's Senegal displayed its craftsmanship along Dakar's roads towards Saint Louis with beautiful handmade baskets waiting to be cherished. Traveling back in time to an 18th-century workshop unveils artisans delicately crafting candles by hand - their dedication evident in every flickering flame. Cock o th North wool advertisement further highlights how even during war-torn periods like WW1, knitting remained a symbol of resilience and unity. Venturing into Africa once more brings us to Kenya where Msai Tribal Beads showcase intricate designs reflecting cultural heritage and artistic prowess. Finally, Latin America beckons us towards Guatemala's Western Highlands where Santiago de Atitlan offers exquisite souvenir textiles that capture the essence of this vibrant region. Handmade creations transcend borders and eras; they connect us through shared appreciation for artistry born from human ingenuity. Each piece carries within it not just skillful craftsmanship but also tales woven into fabric or etched onto pottery - reminding us that beauty can emerge from even the simplest materials when touched by human hands.