Motif Collection (#58)

Revel by Brygos, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438525 Revel by Brygos, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

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

Prokne, Philomela and Itys, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438520 Prokne, Philomela and Itys, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Boy and hare, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438516 Boy and hare, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Theseus and Amphitrite, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438513 Theseus and Amphitrite, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Detail of a Louis XIV commode (ormolu, brass, tortoiseshell & ebony boulle
486117 Detail of a Louis XIV commode (ormolu, brass, tortoiseshell & ebony boulle) (see also 486114-19) by Sageot, Nicholas (1666-1731); Private Collection; (add.info.: In premier parte)

Kendi, Jingdezhen kilns, Jiangxi Province, China (porcelain)
489751 Kendi, Jingdezhen kilns, Jiangxi Province, China (porcelain) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); 17x12.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

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

Hermes and the masked dog, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438533 Hermes and the masked dog, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

A seated warrior holds his wine cup, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438527 A seated warrior holds his wine cup, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

A seated warrior holds his wine cup, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438526 A seated warrior holds his wine cup, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Interior of Cylix by Euphronios, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438511 Interior of Cylix by Euphronios, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

Satyrs gathering the vintage, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438502 Satyrs gathering the vintage, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

King Oenomaus, Hippodamia, and Olympian gods, published 1808-10 (colour litho)
STC404441 King Oenomaus, Hippodamia, and Olympian gods, published 1808-10 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Design from Nouvelles compositions decoratives, late 1920s (pochoir print)
STC383623 Design from Nouvelles compositions decoratives, late 1920s (pochoir print) by Gladky, Serge (1880-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: published by Charles Moreau)

Evening dress with Chrysanthemum motif, 1894 (coloured engraving)
475981 Evening dress with Chrysanthemum motif, 1894 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Marlborough pattern tile (ceramic)
WDM429717 Marlborough pattern tile (ceramic) by Morgan, William De (1839-1917); 20.2x20.2 cm; De Morgan Collection, courtesy of the De Morgan Foundation; eDe Morgan Foundation; English

An Armorial Mug, Qianlong Period (1736-95) c. 1775 (porcelain)
PFR314532 An Armorial Mug, Qianlong Period (1736-95) c.1775 (porcelain) by Chinese School (18th century); height: 14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Alexander (356-323 BC) fighting the Persians, c. 1745 (ceramic) (see also 237498)
KW237499 Alexander (356-323 BC) fighting the Persians, c.1745 (ceramic) (see also 237498) by Portuguese School, (18th century); Museo Nacional del Azulejo, Lisbon, Portugal; Portuguese

Embroidery sampler (cotton)
XBP229280 Embroidery sampler (cotton) by Mexican School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; Mexican, out of copyright

Alexander (356-323 BC) fighting the Persians, c. 1745 (ceramic) (see also 237499)
KW237498 Alexander (356-323 BC) fighting the Persians, c.1745 (ceramic) (see also 237499) by Portuguese School, (18th century); Museo Nacional del Azulejo, Lisbon, Portugal; Portuguese

Kang Table Top (lacquered wood) (see also 272137)
HSC272136 Kang Table Top (lacquered wood) (see also 272137) by Chinese School (17th century); 55x34 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Curtain in Tulip and Rose Design (textile)
FFA272493 Curtain in Tulip and Rose Design (textile) by Morris, William (1834-96); 193x81.5 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Zun Shaped Vase and Stand (cloisonne enamel & zitan) (see also 272146)
HSC272147 A Zun Shaped Vase and Stand (cloisonne enamel & zitan) (see also 272146) by Chinese School (18th century); height:39.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Jugtai mark)

Carved bowl, Qianlong period (1736-95) (coloured glass) (see also 272124)
HSC272125 Carved bowl, Qianlong period (1736-95) (coloured glass) (see also 272124) by Chinese School (18th century); height:10.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eHeini Schneebeli; Chinese

Punch bowl with a ship in the centre and a frieze of fish and waves around the rim
WDM267789 Punch bowl with a ship in the centre and a frieze of fish and waves around the rim, painted by Fred Passenger (ceramic) (see also 267794) by Morgan

Tile work (ceramic)
KW259057 Tile work (ceramic) by Spanish School; Casa de Pilatos, Seville; Spanish, out of copyright

Column, 1908 (photo)
KW259028 Column, 1908 (photo) by Domenech i Montaner, Luis (1849-1923); Palau de la Musica Catalana, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: concert hall and home to the Orfeo Catala; ); Spanish

Ninevah and Persia No 2, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286234 Ninevah and Persia No 2, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Egyptian No 5, Plate X, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286230 Egyptian No 5, Plate X, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-60) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Renaissance Style, plate LIL from Polychrome Ornament engraved by F
STC286208 Renaissance Style, plate LIL from Polychrome Ornament engraved by F. Durin, published Paris, 1869 (colour litho) by Racinet

Chinois Japonais Style, plate XV from Polychrome Ornament
STC286206 Chinois Japonais Style, plate XV from Polychrome Ornament published Paris 1869 (colour litho) by Racinet, Albert Charles August (1825-93) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Greco-Romain Style, plate VIII from Polychrome Ornament engraved by F
STC286205 Greco-Romain Style, plate VIII from Polychrome Ornament engraved by F. Durin, published Paris, 1869 (colour litho) by Racinet

Bronze door, Mausoleum of Bohemund I of Hauteville (see also detail 266976) (b / w photo)
ALI266975 Bronze door, Mausoleum of Bohemund I of Hauteville (see also detail 266976) (b/w photo) by Italian School, (12th century); Canosa Cathedral, Canosa, Puglia

Seal of King Richard I (wax and parchment) (ref ChAnt / B / 349)
XCF286441 Seal of King Richard I (wax and parchment) (ref ChAnt/B/349) by English School; Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury, Kent

Detail of a geometric floor pattern, c. 1880 (mosaic)
LGH250619 Detail of a geometric floor pattern, c.1880 (mosaic) by Aitchison, George II (1825-1910); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London

Detail of a Damascus tile panel (ceramic)
LGH250614 Detail of a Damascus tile panel (ceramic) by Syrian School, (16th century); Leighton House Museum, Kensington & Chelsea, London, UK; eLeighton House; Syrian, out of copyright

Marble-topped table (oak & marble)
938921 Marble-topped table (oak & marble) by Burges, William (1827-81); 137x81 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English, out of copyright

Dance Blanket, Anishinabe, Dakota, c. 1840-50 (wool, silk & beads)
1077600 Dance Blanket, Anishinabe, Dakota, c.1840-50 (wool, silk & beads) by American School, (19th century); Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Robert J

Detail of Mary meeting the Innkeepers wife, Decorative panel depicting Mary
1126637 Detail of Mary meeting the Innkeepers wife, Decorative panel depicting Mary and Joseph arriving at the Inn, Lamego, Portugal

Bird Wallpaper Design (colour woodblock print on paper)
661078 Bird Wallpaper Design (colour woodblock print on paper) by Morris, William (1834-96); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Bird Wallpaper Design (colour woodblock print on paper)
661077 Bird Wallpaper Design (colour woodblock print on paper) by Morris, William (1834-96); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Single Stem Wallpaper Design, 1905 (colour woodblock print on paper)
661074 Single Stem Wallpaper Design, 1905 (colour woodblock print on paper) by Dearle, John Henry (1860-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

Secretaire Bookcase, (karelian birch wood)
MFR135788 Secretaire Bookcase, (karelian birch wood) by Russian School (19th century); height: 185 cm; Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Small pink and white flower wallpaper design
WMA152645 Small pink and white flower wallpaper design by Morris, William (1834-96); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Jasmine trail curtain design, 1868-70 (printed cotton)
WMA152637 Jasmine trail curtain design, 1868-70 (printed cotton) by Morris, William (1834-96); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

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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.