Motif Collection

Tudor roses, thistles and shamrock (w / c & pencil on paper)
STC255097 Tudor roses, thistles and shamrock (w/c & pencil on paper) by Voysey, Charles Francis Annesley (1857-1941); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Imagine Mosaic memorial to John Lennon who lived nearby at the Dakota Building, Strawberry Fields, Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Blue Dress / Beer 1922
Blue dress by Beer: low neckline, open to the hips at the side & worn over a grey slip. Bodice & low waistband decorated in a feather motif plus a bandeau & earrings

Fundacion Cesar Manrique, near Tahiche, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, Europe

A painted sign for Inca Kola, the most successful soft drink in Peru and sold widely through Latin America. PERU, La Libertad, Trujillo A painted sign for Inca Kola

The famous painting on the ceiling of the winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gonder, Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Ethiopia, Africa

Bristol balloon festival, Bristol, Avon, England, UK, Europe

The Imagine Mosaic memorial to John Lennon who lived nearby at the Dakota Building, Strawberry Fields, Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Gaudi architecture, Parc Guell, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Barcelona, Catalunya (Catalonia) (Cataluna), Spain, Europe

Traditional hand painted colourful didgeridoos, Australia

Snowdrop, Galanthus nivalis, as design motif in wallpaper, borders and fabrics.. Lithograph by Verneuil with pochoir (stencil)

Islamic carvings, Alhambra, Spain
Islamic carvings, Alhambra, Granada, Spain. These carvings are in the Hall of the two Sisters. Alhambra is a walled city and fortress

Tibetan Buddhist wheel of life rock sculpture at Dazu Rock Carvings, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chongqing Municipality, Fujian Province, China, Asia

Burano in Venice
The unbelievably colourful Burano, one of the islands in the Venice lagoon, where every house is painted a bright shade of blue, yellow, pink, purple

The ruins of Knossos, the largest Bronze Age archaeological site, Minoan civilization, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Shiva Mandir temple, Bengaluru (Bangalore), Karnataka state, India, Asia

Charminar, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh state, India, Asia

St. Basils Christian cathedral in winter snow, Red Square, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Moscow, Russia, Europe

Byzantine silk textiles dating from 10th century, Treasury of Ste. Foy, Conques, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Madaba Mosaic Map, 6th century AD, detail showing Jerusalem, Madaba, Jordan, Middle East " The mosaic represents the biblical land from Egypt to Lebanon including Sinai, Israel

Giant incense sticks, Chinese moon festival, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Statue of George Washington in front of Federal Hall, Wall Street, with the New York Stock Exchange behind, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Temple of Hathor, Dendera, Egypt, North Africa

MTR sign, Hong Kongs mass transit railway system, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Totem poles, Vancouver, British Columbia (B. C. ), Canada, North America
Totem poles, Vancouver, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, North America

St. Andrews Church, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

St. Michaels Monastery, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

Brabo Statue, Antwerp, Belgium

Colourful designs for sale along Jolly Beach, Antigua, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Church and sunset, Thira, Santorini, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

The Alamo, San Antonio Texas, United States of America, North America

Bethesda Fountain and Terrace, Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

The Imagine Mosaic memorial to John Lennon who lived nearby at the Dakota Building, Strawberry Fields, Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

San Diegos most famous building, Hotel del Coronado dating from 1888, San Diego, California, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Arabic cushions, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Arabic calligraphy and Zellij tilework, Bou Inania Medersa, Meknes, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

City Hall on Marienplatz, Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Shaman mask, Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia (B. C. ), Canada, North America
Shaman mask, Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, North America

Charminar, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh state, India, Asia

The Black and White House, Hereford, Herefordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The bizarre chimneys of Gaudis Casa Mila, La Pedrera, Barcelona, Catalonia (Catalunya) (Cataluna), Spain, Europe

Old Arabian coffee pot and jars, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Arabic calligraphy and Zellij tilework, Bou Inania Medersa, Medina, Fez, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Decorated elephant, Rajasthan, India

Reward of Merit (Belohnung), Fraktur Painting (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
1562639 Reward of Merit (Belohnung), Fraktur Painting (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Burj Al Arab Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Fresh Uzbek bread, Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Close-up of Maori statue, Tamatekapua Meeting House, Rotorua, South Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

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Motif: A Tapestry of Cultural Expressions From the Imagine Mosaic memorializing John Lennon to the vibrant hand-painted didgeridoos in Australia they can woven into the fabric of our world. These recurring symbols and patterns serve as a visual language that transcends borders and connects us all. In New York City, the Imagine Mosaic stands as a poignant tribute to peace and love, honoring Lennon's legacy. Just steps away from his former residence at the Dakota Building, this mosaic invites visitors to reflect on his profound impact on music and activism. Traveling across continents, we encounter the Fundacion Cesar Manrique in Spain. Here, intricate Islamic carvings adorn Alhambra's walls—a testament to centuries-old craftsmanship merging with spiritual devotion. The winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs grace a famous painting on its ceiling, transporting us to an ethereal realm where art meets divinity. Journeying further eastward brings us to India's Charminar—an architectural marvel standing tall amidst Hyderabad's bustling streets. Its minarets bear witness to rich cultural heritage while showcasing exquisite motifs that tell stories of bygone eras. Venturing into Canada's North America landscape reveals towering totem poles in Vancouver—majestic structures carved with ancestral tales by Indigenous communities. Each pole carries distinct motifs representing lineage, legends, and reverence for nature—a reminder of their enduring traditions. Meanwhile, Bristol Balloon Festival fills England's skies with colorful hot air balloons—their patterns mirroring both traditional designs and contemporary creativity. This annual spectacle celebrates human ingenuity while adding splashes of vibrancy against Avon’s serene backdrop. Australia beckons with its indigenous artistry displayed through vividly painted didgeridoos—each brushstroke telling ancient stories passed down through generations. These musical instruments embody cultural pride while inviting listeners into a mesmerizing soundscape rooted in tradition.