Leaf Collection (#99)

Pitcher, 1855 / 63. Creator: Cann and Dunn
Pitcher, 1855/63. Relief design of grapes and vineleaves

Chancellerie, France, 1718 / 21. Creators: Unknown, Gobelins Manufactory
Chancellerie, France, 1718/21. Winged crest and crossed maces on a ground of fleurs de lis. Woven at the Manufacture Royale des Gobelins

Large Leaf Verdure with Animals and Birds, Southern Netherlands, 1525 / 50
Large Leaf Verdure with Animals and Birds, Southern Netherlands, 1525/50

Tea Cannister, 1881 / 95. Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Company
Tea Cannister, 1881/95

Autumn, from The Seasons, Paris, 1700 / 20. Creator: Gobelins Manufactory
Autumn, from The Seasons, Paris, 1700/20. Diana and Bacchus float on a cloud, holding a floral wreath featuring a stag hunt

Kettle, Sevres, 1783 / 84. Creators: Sevres Porcelain Manufactory
Kettle, Sevres, 1783/84

Vase, Sevres, c. 1770. Creator: Sevres Porcelain Manufactory
Vase, Sevres, c. 1770

Eastern spinebill (Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris) male visiting Grevillea flower, small honeyeater found in forests, woodlands and gardens in Eastern Australia, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

Green tree ants (Oecophylla smaragdina) defending their leafy nest in a low shrub, Cooktown, Queensland, Australia

The Cherry Branch, 1881 (oil on canvas)
7078862 The Cherry Branch, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 160x109.9 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

A Tree with Two Birds Perching on a Branch (pencil on paper)
7076574 A Tree with Two Birds Perching on a Branch (pencil on paper) by Brill or Bril, Paul (1554-1626); 37.7x26 cm; Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

Eight Bridges, Yatsubashi, 1909 (colour woodcut)
6620770 Eight Bridges, Yatsubashi, 1909 (colour woodcut) by Sekka, Kamisaka (1866-1942); 30.1x46.2 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Japanese, out of copyright

Bacchante (pastel on paper)
6432469 Bacchante (pastel on paper) by Barney, Alice Pike (1857-1931); 69.9x42.5 cm; American Art Museum, Smithsonian Institute, USA; American, out of copyright

October, 1878 (oil on canvas)
7088952 October, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 116.8x53.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Kathleen Newton in Tissots garden in St Johns Wood)

Peony, Leaf from an Album of Flower Paintings (ink and colour on silk)
7088824 Peony, Leaf from an Album of Flower Paintings (ink and colour on silk) by Yun Shouping (1633-90); Private Collection; Chinese, out of copyright

Golden Jewellery, 1st century BC - 4th century AD
7145279 Golden Jewellery, 1st century BC - 4th century AD by Roman, (1st-4th century AD); Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete, Greece; (add.info.: Golden Jewellery from the Roman period)

The mandrake. 15th century (miniature)
6437633 The mandrake. 15th century (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (15th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; (add.info.: Paranormal. Mandrake. Miniature, France, XVth. Bibl)

Roses in a Pewter Vase (oil on canvas)
7088680 Roses in a Pewter Vase (oil on canvas) by Ottesen, Otto Didrik (1816-92); Private Collection; Danish, out of copyright

A hedgehog in a landscape (bodycolour on vellum)
6432327 A hedgehog in a landscape (bodycolour on vellum) by Garzoni, Giovanna (1600-70); 23.5x38 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Saint Prosdocimus, Justina, Daniel and Antony of Padua in Glory with a view of the Prato
7076447 Saint Prosdocimus, Justina, Daniel and Antony of Padua in Glory with a view of the Prato Della Valle, Padua (oil on copper by Damini)

A Still Life of Roses, Tulips and other Flowers on a German Compote, 1869 (oil on canvas)
7088678 A Still Life of Roses, Tulips and other Flowers on a German Compote, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Robie, Jean Baptiste (1821-1910); 99.7x81.3 cm; Private Collection; Belgian, out of copyright

Bacchante, 1894 (oil on canvas)
7078853 Bacchante, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 152.4x88.9 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Cacao, 1900 (litho)
7076548 Cacao, 1900 (litho) by Privat-Livemont, Henri (1861-1936); 74x40.5 cm; Private Collection; Belgian, out of copyright

Fruit Still Life on a Stone Ledge (black lead, w / c and bodycolour on vellum)
7076501 Fruit Still Life on a Stone Ledge (black lead, w/c and bodycolour on vellum) by Henstenburgh, Herman (1667-1726); 34.7x27.9 cm; Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Hummingbirds (Topaza Pyra) from A Monograph of the Trochilid, 1861 ( colour litho)
7074608 Hummingbirds (Topaza Pyra) from A Monograph of the Trochilid, 1861 ( colour litho) by Gould, John (1804-81); New York Public Library, USA; English, out of copyright

A Garland of Flowers (oil on canvas)
7064095 A Garland of Flowers (oil on canvas) by Jensen, Johan Laurents (1800-56); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roses, Honeysuckle)

Holiday Reading, 1916 (w / c on paper)
7079626 Holiday Reading, 1916 (w/c on paper) by Larsson, Carl (1853-1919); Private Collection; Swedish, out of copyright

Summer, 1880 (oil on canvas)
7078860 Summer, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 65.4x47.9 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Peaches on a Pewter Plate with Grapes and a Fig on a Draped Ledge (oil)
7076639 Peaches on a Pewter Plate with Grapes and a Fig on a Draped Ledge (oil) by Stuven, Ernst (1660-1712); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

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Peonies in an Urn in a Garden (oil on canvas)
7085222 Peonies in an Urn in a Garden (oil on canvas) by Lemaire, Louis Marie (1824-1910); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Tattercoats Dancing while the Goosherd Pipes (w / c)
7085168 Tattercoats Dancing while the Goosherd Pipes (w/c) by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Trumpet of Flowers and Fruit decorated with Garlands of Flowers (w / c)
7085257 A Trumpet of Flowers and Fruit decorated with Garlands of Flowers (w/c) by French School; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Gloria Frederici, Andromeda, and Triangula, Illustration from Urania
7083795 Gloria Frederici, Andromeda, and Triangula, Illustration from Uranias Mirror, 1825 (etching) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); Private Collection; (add.info.: Astronomical chart showing Andromeda)

Flowers, Handscroll (ink and colour on paper)
7076626 Flowers, Handscroll (ink and colour on paper) by Chinese School, Qing dynasty (18th century); Private Collection; Chinese, out of copyright

Kingfisher (Nyctiornis Amictus) from Birds of Asia, 1850 (colour litho)
7074613 Kingfisher (Nyctiornis Amictus) from Birds of Asia, 1850 (colour litho) by Gould, John (1804-81); New York Public Library, USA; English, out of copyright

A Leaf from Beslers Hortus Eystettensis (coloured engraving)
7088705 A Leaf from Beslers Hortus Eystettensis (coloured engraving) by Besler, Basilius (1561-1629); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

A Basket of Roses, Lilies and Pansies by a Rose Bush, 1885 (oil on canvas)
7088643 A Basket of Roses, Lilies and Pansies by a Rose Bush, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Jensen, Johan Laurents (1800-56); Private Collection; Danish, out of copyright

Still Life with a Birds Nest, Primroses and Violets (pencil and w / c)
7085270 Still Life with a Birds Nest, Primroses and Violets (pencil and w/c) by Hough, William (1819-97); 28x36.8 cm; Private Collection; British, out of copyright

The Four Seasons, 1853 (oil on canvas)
6201762 The Four Seasons, 1853 (oil on canvas) by Pickersgill, Frederick Richard (1820-1900); 78.2x91.4 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Long-eared owl (Asio otus) portrait, roosting in tree in autumn, The Netherlands

Autumn leaves, Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) Lu Shan, Taiwan

Autumn leaves including Sweet gum (Liquidambar styraciflua); Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna); Tutsan (Hypericum androsaemum); Norway maple (Acer platanoides)

European beech forest (Fagus sylvatica) in autumn, view from below in the mist, Ilirska Bistrica, Green Karst, Slovenia, October

Just Dessert, 1891. Creator: William Michael Harnett
Just Dessert, 1891. Trompe l oeil scene with half a coconut, copper pitcher, pewter tankard, jar of preserved ginger, Smyrna figs, bunches of grapes and Maraschino liqueur

Wallpaper, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Selma Sandler
Wallpaper, 1935/1942

Fragment of a Floral Inlay, Roman Empire, Ptolemaic Period-Roman Period, (1st century BCE-1st century CE)

Fragment of a Floral Inlay, Egypt, Ptolemaic Period-Roman Period, (1st century BCE-1st century CE)

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"Nature's Artistry: A Kaleidoscope of Leafy Delights" Step into the enchanting world of leaves, where each one tells a unique story. From the majestic Monkey puzzle tree with its intricate patterns (araucaria imbricata) to the delicate petals of Hortensia, these foliage wonders never cease to amaze. In Scotland, the Thistle stands tall and proud, symbolizing resilience and strength. Its prickly exterior hides a remarkable beauty that is captured in Victorian Botanical Illustrations. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic in South Carolina's Charleston, Angel Oak spreads its sprawling branches adorned with vibrant green leaves that whisper tales of ancient wisdom. Venturing into woodlands brings us face-to-face with a breathtaking carpet of Bluebells. These dainty flowers dance beneath canopies formed by an array of leaves, creating a symphony of colors and textures that captivate our senses. A Group of Auriculas gathers together like old friends sharing secrets amidst their velvety foliage. Their vibrant hues add splashes of joy to any garden or floral arrangement. And let us not forget the Lilac; its fragrant blossoms are accompanied by heart-shaped leaves that exude elegance and grace. Returning to Scotland once more, we encounter another rendition of Thistle through Victorian Botanical Illustration on Plate 113 - an homage to nature's diverse creations. Nearby lies an assortment of Herbs and Spices depicted in yet another exquisite illustration from this era; reminding us how plants have long been intertwined with culinary delights. Traveling further eastward takes us to Germany's Thuringia region where Sweet Mock-orange or English Dogwood (Philadelphus coronary) reigns supreme as an ornamental shrub. Its lush greenery provides a stunning backdrop for clusters of beautiful white flowers that attract butterflies like those illustrated by Maria Sibylla Merian - showcasing nature's harmonious collaboration between flora and fauna.