Motif Collection (page 2)

Partially submerged tilted Shiva temple below the ghats on the edge of the River Ganges (Ganga), Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Art Nouveau Flowers
A decorative art nouveau motif of long-stemmed flowers in brown and black

Traditional Turkish decorative pottery for sale, Grand Bazaar (Great Bazaar), Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

The Church of Santa Maria in Vallicella, Chiesa Nuova, is a baroque church in Rome from the late 16th century
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In the Palm House, Palmengarten in Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany, Historic, digitally restored reproduction of a
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Monument to Princess Olha (Olga) at Mykhaylivska Square in front of St. Michaels Monastery, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

Lotus flower temple, Bahai Temple, New Delhi, India, Asia

Ornate architectural detail above the entrance to the Royal Palace, Fez, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Three old men watch the world go by on a street in Bhaktapur, Kathmandu valley, Nepal, Asia

Swayambhunath (Swayambhu) (Monkey Temple) Buddhist stupa on a hill overlooking Kathmandu, taken at dawn with Orion in the sky behind the prayer flags, Kathmandu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nepal

Peacock sculpture, City Palace built in 1775, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India

Stained glass rose window viewed from the nave, Notre-Dame Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Reims, Marne, Champagne-Ardenne, France, Europe

Tiling around blue window, Shrine of Hazrat Ali, Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh, Afghanistan, Asia

The White Rose and the Red Rose, 1902 (painted gesso over hessian with glass beads)
CH463059 The White Rose and the Red Rose, 1902 (painted gesso over hessian with glass beads) by MacDonald Mackintosh, Margaret (1865-1933)

Detail of the gold mosaic floor, c. 1881 (mosaic) (see also 250627)
LGH250615 Detail of the gold mosaic floor, c.1881 (mosaic) (see also 250627) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London

Apartments buiding by architect MVRDV, Sanchinarro, Madrid, Spain, Europe

Stained glass window, St. Vitus Cathedral, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Kumbum stupa, Pelkor Chode monastery, Gyanze (Gyantse), Tibet, China, Asia

Cyclamen persicum plant as motif in designs for tapestry, fabric and wallpaper.. Lithograph by Anna Martin with pochoir (stencil)

London Fire Brigade despatch rider at night
The badge of the International Woman Suffrage Alliance, the design adopted at the 1906 congress held in Copenhagen. Depicts the figure of justice with scales and rising sun motif behind

Emilie Floege, 1902 (oil on canvas)
XAM38238 Emilie Floege, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918); 181x84 cm; Wien Museum Karlsplatz, Vienna, Austria; (add.info)

Mission Espada, San Antonio Texas, United States of America, North America

Traditionally dressed woman walking along one of the pools at the Bangla Sahib Sikh Temple in Delhi, India, Asia

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

Statue of the Buddha, Wat Pho (Wat Po) (Wat Phra Chetuphon), Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Russian dolls, Siberia, Russia

Church of the Resurrection (or Spilt Blood), St. Petersburg, Russia

Trinity Monastery of the Christian St. Sergius Cathedral of the Assumption in winter snow, UNESCO World Heritage site, Sergiev Posad, Moscow area, Russia, Europe

Intricate carving in the replica village at the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Whakarewarewa thermal and cultural area, Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Architectural detail of arches in the souk, Marrakesh (Marrakech), Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Tile detail, Attarine Medressa, Fez, Morocco, North Africa

Tile and stucco decoration, Ali Ben Youssef Medersa, Marrakech (Marrakesh), Morocco, Africa

Durbar Square at dawn with Garuda statue on column facing Krishna Mandir temple built in 1637 in Indian style, with twin roofed pagoda style Jagannarayan temple behind, Patan, Kathmandu Valley

Blue door, Filicudi, Aeolian Islands (Eolian Islands (Lipari Islands), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Italy, Europe

Womans hand being decorated with henna design, Rajasthan, India

Tie dye process, Bhuj town, Kutch District, Gujarat State, India, Asia

River Danube and Parliament building, Budapest, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hungary, Europe

Strasbourg Cathedral, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin department, Alsace, France, Europe

Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Tallinn, Estonia, Europe

Golden roof of Jokhang temple, main centre of Tibetan Buddhism, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

The Royal Palace, Brussels, Belgium

Sand spirals

Fountain at Bab El Assa, Tangier, Morocco, North Africa

Person Walikng Infront Of Traditional Moroccan Decorative Door, Tangier, Morocco, North Africa

A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of William Gladstone, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432463 A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of William Gladstone, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info)

A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of George Washington, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432458 A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of George Washington, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info)

A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of German emperor Willhelm II, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui
3432457 A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of German emperor Willhelm II, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui

Traditional panel, Lisbon, Portugal (ceramic tiles)
1126727 Traditional panel, Lisbon, Portugal (ceramic tiles); Lisbon, Portugal; (add.info.: Azulejo is a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tilework)

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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.