Ornament And Ornamentation Collection

House interior in Damascus
3568622 House interior in Damascus. by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Damascus, Syria 1870 - 1880 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Some Turkish artisans photographed while decorating some metal pitchers, 1890 (print on double-weight paper)
3566835 Some Turkish artisans photographed while decorating some metal pitchers, 1890 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Turkey 1890 ca. Photographer: Albert); Alinari Archives, Florence

First floor landing of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, in Venice
3572361 First floor landing of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, in Venice, taken from the hall through the arch springs from columns and coupled piers; (add.info.: Venice 1860-1890 ca)

Christmas card with a Buon Natale inscription on it and Christmas tree decorations. Date of Photograph:1940-1950

The crowd gathered for the inauguration of the monument to Giuseppe Montanelli in Fucecchio Fucecchio Commemorative Equestrian Monument Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century

View of the Hall of the Great Council in the Palazzo Ducale, Venice Venice Palazzo Ducale, Hall of the Great Council Hall Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

One of the six cabins designed in the wagon-train of the Emporer of Austria, outfitted for staff. Europe. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1900

Salon designed in the wagon-train of S.M. the Queen and Emporer of Austria. Europe. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1900

The sleeping car of H.M. the Emperor of Austria. Europe. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1900

House interior in Damascus. Syria Damascus. Date of Photograph:1870 - 1880 ca

Fireplace, marble, Tullio Lombardo (1455-1532) and Antonio Lombardo (1458-1516), Sala degli Scarlatti, Palazzo Ducale, Venice Venice Palazzo Ducale, Sala degli Scarlatti Fireplace Renaissance

Sign and window of a shop with sepiolite sculpture. At the entrance door: two people in work clothes together with a man Italy. Date of Photograph:1930-1940 ca

A man and woman of Moorish descent in a cemetery of Abdrhaman, in Morocco Morocco. Date of Photograph:1912 ca

Group of children decorating the Christmas tree Italy. Date of Photograph:1899-1906

Interior of the Sanctuary Yashamon in Nikko Japan Nikko. Date of Photograph:1890-1899

The blue hall of the Castle of Herrenchiemsee placed in the isle of Herreninsel in Bavaria, Germany. Germany Herrenchiemsee Castle Hall Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century

The council hall inside the Castle of Herrenchiemsee, placed in the Isle of Herreninsel, in Bavaria, Germany. Germany Herrenchiemsee Castle Hall Arts and handicrafts of XIX century

The china hall of the Castle of Herrenchiemsee, placed in the isle of Herreninsel, in Bavaria, Germany. Germany Herrenchiemsee Castle Hall Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century

Interior of the Church of Notre Dame d'Afrique in Algiers. Algeria Algiers, Church of Notre Dame Church Islamic Art, Africa, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1910 ca

Yomei Mon Gate (Sun Door) entrance door to the Toshogu Sanctuary at Nikko Japan Nikko - Toshogu Sanctuary. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

The dining room of the cruise ship Normandia. Date of Photograph:1891

First floor landing of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, in Venice, taken from the hall through the arch springs from columns and coupled piers Venice Building Early Renaissance

The garden of the cloister of the Carthusian Convent of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Rome, now a museum. In the foreground, a pair of cypresses planted by Michelangelo surrounded by flower beds

Two wooden leaves of a door France. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

Interior of a luxurious Russian home. On the right can be seen a richly decorated door with friezes and a ceramic stove set against the wall. On the left a sort of baldachin with curtain Russia

Interior of the Gallery of Apollo in the Louvre in Paris. The gallery is characterized by magnificent furnishings alternating with show cases and paintings on the walls

Interior of the ballroom of the cruise ship Normandia'. At the center a large grand piano. Date of Photograph:1891

Genre scene: a man and a woman holding their infant son are shown in a room of their house United States. Date of Photograph:1901 ca

Genre scene: a married couple sitting in a lavishly decorated drawing room while they are looking at and talking about their cook, present in the scene in work clothes

The protagonists and participants at a wedding ceremony, elegantly dressed, sitting at a table laid for the dinner United States. Date of Photograph:1901 ca

Genre scene: a woman is playing the piano and looking towards the man sitting next to her. In the background, an elderly man is reading, sitting in an armchair near the fireplace United States

Genre scene. In an interior full of plants, a man, leaning against a column is looking at a young woman seated in an arm chair. In the background, another couple United States

Genre scene: husband and wife are arguing in a room in their lavish residence United States. Date of Photograph:1901 ca

Genre scene: a young woman, on the eve of her wedding sitting in font of a freplace looking at photographs and letters of her previous loves United States. Date of Photograph:1901 ca

View of the dining room of the Casino of Campione d'Italia Como. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

One of the rooms in the Capuchin cemetery in Rome. The walls are covered and decorated with the bones of the Capuchin friars

Detail of the famous woden choirstalls in the Basilica of San Pietro in Perugia (16th Cent.). In the foreground a few stalls finely inlaid with plant motifs Perugia Chorus High Renaissance

Peacock-shaped decoration in colored glass, Udaipur, state of Rajasthan India State of Rajasthan, Udiapur. Date of Photograph:1965

Kyoto. Decorations in gold and polychrome fabrics of a Shinto altar in a street Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

The false Imperial Palace of Beijing (Forbidden City rebuilt), 2005, Beijing (Peking), China China Beijing - Peking. Date of Photograph:2005

View of the courtyard of a building. Date of Photograph:1970-1990

Study of a vault decoration. Drawing by Federico Barocci, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery

The Hall of Mirrors, Palazzo del Quirinale, Rome Rome Palazzo del Quirinale, Ministers Room Hall Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Studio reconstruction of a scene from the opera Sappho interpreted by the opera singer Gemma Bellincioni. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Decorative detail of the ceiling of the Magi Chapel in Palazzo Medici Riccardi in Florence Florence Palazzo Medici Riccardi, Magi Chapel Ceiling Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Third exhibition hall of the Weapons Collection in the Royal Palace of Capodimonte, Naples. Firearms of Italian, Spanish, Russian

One of the exhibition halls of the Weapons Collection inside the Capodimonte Palace, Naples. Naples Royal Palace of Capodimonte. Date of Photograph:1879- 1910

The Hall decorated with antique porcelain in side the Capodimonte Palace in Naples. Naples Royal Palace of Capodimonte. Date of Photograph:1879- 1910

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Ornament and Ornamentation: A Journey through Exquisite Beauty Step into the world of ornate beauty with a peacock-shaped decoration in colored glass, adorning the vibrant city of Udaipur in Rajasthan. Its intricate details and mesmerizing hues capture the essence of Indian craftsmanship. In Kyoto, gold and polychrome fabrics embellish a Shinto altar on a bustling street. These decorations exude elegance and spirituality, reflecting Japan's rich cultural heritage. Traveling to Beijing, witness the grandeur of the false Imperial Palace within the Forbidden City. Rebuilt in 2005, it showcases opulent ornamentation that once graced China's imperial past. A tranquil courtyard invites you to pause and admire its architectural splendor. The interplay between light and shadow highlights every decorative element, creating an enchanting atmosphere. Delve into artistry at Florence's Uffizi Gallery where Federico Barocci's drawing reveals his study of vault decoration. This intricate design exemplifies Renaissance craftsmanship at its finest. Palazzo del Quirinale in Rome boasts the Hall of Mirrors adorned with exquisite ornamentation. Every surface reflects magnificence as light dances off gilded accents, creating a spectacle for all who enter. Gemma Bellincioni brings opera to life as she interprets 'Sappho' in a stunning studio reconstruction scene. Her performance is enhanced by elaborate costumes and stage decor that transport audiences to another realm. Marvel at the decorative detail on display within Palazzo Medici Riccardi's Magi Chapel ceiling in Florence. Intricately painted frescoes depict biblical scenes intertwined with delicate floral motifs - an artistic masterpiece from centuries ago. The Royal Palace of Capodimonte houses an impressive Weapons Collection showcasing firearms crafted by Italian, Spanish, Russian, French, and English artisans from the eighteenth to nineteenth century. Each piece is not only functional but also intricately designed works of art.