Key Pattern Collection

Scottish Rite Temple - Sphinx, 1915. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Scottish Rite Temple - Sphinx, 1915
Scottish Rite Temple - Sphinx, 1915. The House of the Temple in Washington DC, headquarters of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction. It was designed by John Russell Pope

Young women. From left: Karen Bramsen; the artist's wife Esther, née Lange; Johanne Munch... 1904
Young women. From left: Karen Bramsen; the artist's wife Esther, nee Lange; Johanne Munch-Petersen, 1904

Esquisse pour l'église Saint-François-Xavier : La mission des Apôtres, c.1868. Creator: Romain Cazes
Esquisse pour l'eglise Saint-Francois-Xavier : La mission des Apotres, c.1868. Jesus and the Apostles

Ancient Greek polychrome architecture, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Ancient Greek polychrome architecture, (1898). Fig 1: Polychrome cyma (ogee) with lions head from Selinus. Fig 2: Acroterium [acroterion] from the temple of Nike Apteros

Warrior and centaur, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438538 Warrior and centaur, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Map Sampler, England, c. 1800. Creator: Unknown
Map Sampler, England, c. 1800. The counties of England and Wales, the German Ocean

Bell with Archaistic Motifs, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), mid-17th century. Creator: Unknown
Bell with Archaistic Motifs, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), mid-17th century

Stem Cup with Leechee and Vines, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), late15th / early 16th century
Stem Cup with Leechee and Vines, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), late15th/early 16th century

Covered Box with Butterflies, Gourds, and... Qing dynasty
Covered Box with Butterflies, Gourds, and Scrolling Vines, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng (1723-35) or early Qianlong period (1736-95), 18th century

Womans Trouser Bands, China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Womans Trouser Bands, China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1875/1900

Border, Peru, A. D. 1000 / 1476. Creator: Unknown
Border, Peru, A.D. 1000/1476

Tunic Fragment, Peru, A. D. 1470/1532. Creator: Unknown
Tunic Fragment, Peru, A.D. 1470/1532. Cat motif. Embellished with feathers

Bands (joined, from Womans Trousers or Robe), China, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Bands (joined, from Womans Trousers or Robe), China, 1875/1900

Feathered Tunic, Peru, 1470/1532. Creator: Unknown
Feathered Tunic, Peru, 1470/1532. Cat and bird motif embellished with rare and valuable feathers from macaws, parrots, toucans, cotingas and tanagers from the tropical forests of South America

Fragment, Peru, A. D. 700 / 900. Creator: Unknown
Fragment, Peru, A.D. 700/900

Border Fragment, Peru, A. D. 1000 / 1476. Creator: Unknown
Border Fragment, Peru, A.D. 1000/1476

Panel Fragment, Peru, 200 / 500. Creator: Unknown
Panel Fragment, Peru, 200/500

Tassel, Peru, A. D. 1000 / 1476. Creator: Unknown
Tassel, Peru, A.D. 1000/1476

Tassel, Peru, A. D. 500 / 900. Creator: Unknown
Tassel, Peru, A.D. 500/900. Probably Nazca Valley

Vestment (For a First-degree Taoist Priest), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1825 / 75
Vestment (For a First-degree Taoist Priest), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1825/75

Pair of Chair Panels, China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), late 17th / early 18th century
Pair of Chair Panels, China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), late 17th/early 18th century

Panel, China, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Panel, China, 1875/1900

Shrine Surround, China, Qing dynasty(1644-1911), 1750 / 1800. Creator: Unknown
Shrine Surround, China, Qing dynasty(1644-1911), 1750/1800

Mans Rank Badge, China, 1880 / 1900, Qing dynasty (1644-1911). Creator: Unknown
Mans Rank Badge, China, 1880/1900, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Attic Lekythos (slip glazed earthenware)
5059484 Attic Lekythos (slip glazed earthenware) by Greek, (5th century BC); 16.5x7 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Dancing girl and feasting youth, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438536 Dancing girl and feasting youth, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Theseus and Aethra, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438519 Theseus and Aethra, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Thoas in the chest, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438532 Thoas in the chest, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Mural from the Tomb of the Infernal Quadriga (wall painting)
BAT378994 Mural from the Tomb of the Infernal Quadriga (wall painting) by Etruscan, (4th century BC); Museum of Archaeology, Sarteano, Siena

Mural from the Tomb of the Infernal Quadriga (wall painting) (detail of 378994)
BAT378995 Mural from the Tomb of the Infernal Quadriga (wall painting) (detail of 378994) by Etruscan, (4th century BC); Museum of Archaeology, Sarteano, Siena

Peleus and Thetis, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438521 Peleus and Thetis, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Silen swinging maiden, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438667 Silen swinging maiden, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitally enhanced image) by English School

Detail of a George II pier table, c. 1730-40 (gilt gesso & marble) (see also 909133)
909134 Detail of a George II pier table, c.1730-40 (gilt gesso & marble) (see also 909133) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Pair of George II pier tables, c. 1730-40 (gilt gesso & marble) (see also 909134)
909133 Pair of George II pier tables, c.1730-40 (gilt gesso & marble) (see also 909134) by English School, (18th century); 82x115x67.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Stockings, American, 1878. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, 1878

Design for a Panel, 1748-92. Creator: Unknown
Design for a Panel, 1748-92

Dining Room Elevation in a Simplified Third Pompeian Style, ca. 1870-90

Fragments of decoration from Delos, Greece, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Fragments of decoration from Delos, Greece, (1928). Towards End of the 2nd Century B.C...fragments of a wall plinth. Plate XXV, figs 67 & 68

Athens, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Athens, late 19th-early 20th century. Decorative coat of arms for the city of Athens, capital of Greece. Above a panel bearing the Greek key pattern design is the owl which traditionally represents

Esemplario di lavori, page 17 (verso), August 1529. August 1529
Esemplario di lavori, page 17 (verso), August 1529

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Unlocking the Beauty: Exploring the Key Pattern in Art and Culture" Immerse yourself in a captivating journey through time as we delve into the mesmerizing world of key patterns. From ancient Greece to imperial China, these intricate designs have adorned various artifacts, showcasing their timeless allure. Step back in time with an enchanting illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, where a warrior and centaur engage in an epic battle amidst a backdrop of elegant key patterns. The fusion of strength and grace is beautifully captured within this masterpiece. Traveling to England circa 1800, we encounter a Map Sampler whose delicate stitches form elaborate key pattern motifs. Crafted by an unknown creator, this sampler serves as a testament to the meticulous artistry prevalent during that era. Venturing further eastward, we discover a Bell with Archaistic Motifs from Qing dynasty China. Dating back to the mid-17th century, its ornate design showcases intricate keys interwoven with traditional Chinese symbols—a harmonious blend of cultural heritage and artistic finesse. Intriguingly detailed Stem Cup with Leechee and Vines from Ming dynasty China takes us on yet another visual odyssey. Created during the late 15th or early 16th century, this exquisite piece features intertwining vines forming whimsical key patterns that dance across its surface. A Covered Box adorned with butterflies and gourds transports us once again to Qing dynasty China—an era renowned for its opulent craftsmanship. This box exudes elegance through its meticulously crafted key pattern motifs while symbolizing prosperity and longevity through the presence of butterflies and gourds. Moving towards fashion accessories, Womans Trouser Bands from Qing dynasty China showcase how even everyday items can be transformed into works of art using intricate key patterns—testimony to both functionality and aesthetics merging seamlessly together. Crossing continents to Peru reveals a rich tapestry artistry.