Ornamental Design Collection

Ornamental Design Sword Hilt Weapon Weapons 17th Century
Ornamental design for a sword hilt. After a 17th century print by Wenceslaus Hollar from a drawing by Hans Holbein the Younger

Ornamental design lying naked female figure gelding
Ornamental design with lying naked female figure, gelding or a building, architecture, city walls, Rome, Aurelian wall, Louis Antoine Leon Riesener, 1818 - 1878, paper, chalk, h 164 mm × w 286 mm

Plate C16 Livre de legumes inventees et dessinees
Plate C16 from the Livre de legumes inventees et dessinees par J. Me.r, Chedel, Pierre Quentin, 1705-1763, Huquier, Gabriel, 1695-1772, Meissonnier, Juste Aurele, ca

Plate C19 Livre de legumes inventees et dessinees
Plate C19 from the Livre de legumes inventees et dessinees par J. Me.r, Chedel, Pierre Quentin, 1705-1763, Huquier, Gabriel, 1695-1772, Meissonnier, Juste Aurele, ca

Plate C14 Livre de legumes inventees et dessinees
Plate C14 from the Livre de legumes inventees et dessinees par J. Me.r, Chedel, Pierre Quentin, 1705-1763, Huquier, Gabriel, 1695-1772, Meissonnier, Juste Aurele, ca

Frieze Children Supporting Bust Emperor Surrounded
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Design Knife Handles Ovals Containing Fortitude
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Horizontal Panel Two Tritons Foliate Tails Playing Horns
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Title Page Ars Myronis Nobilis Effingitus Pagellulis
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Vertical Panel Candelabrum Containing Pairs Fish
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Ornamental Design Mask Eagle Two Fauns 1549 Engraving
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Ornamental Design Putto Skulls 17th century Pen
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Quatrefoil Design Blackwork Varii Generis Opera Aurifabris Necessaria
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Ornamental design Orpheus Eurydice 17th century
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Panel Grotesque Candelabrum Containing Satyrs
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Frieze Tendrils Growing Plant Right Satyr Holding
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Fragment Ornamental Design 16th century Pen ink
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Ornamental design Grotesques 19th century Pen
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Ornamental Design Acanthus Leaves recto Capital
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Ornamental Design Antique Bands Acanthus Rinceaux
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Ornamental design front chest winged lion bear
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Ornamental design Bacchanalia 17th century Pen
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Ornamental Design Eagles Mythological Figures
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Ornamental Design Bat Center 1550 Engraving Sheet
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Copy Panel Two Dolphins Facing Vessel Center
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Vertical Panel Three Winged Boys Carrying Bear
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Ornamental Design Caryatid Figure Standing Stool
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Ornamental Design Two Urns Trophy 1700-1780
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Ornamental Design Diana Endymion Central Cartouche
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Ornamental Design Angels Head Top Engraving Sheet
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Panel Grotesque Candelabrum Containing Mask Couple
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Dagger Sheath Venus Cupid Candelabrum Supported
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Design Knife Handles Armed Woman Susanna Elders
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Vertical Panel Cupid Holding Plant Sprouting Tendrils
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Oval Design Blackwork Varii Generis Opera Aurifabris Necessaria
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Title Page Grotisch fur alle Kunstler 1580-1600
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Ornamental Design ca 1694 Pen brown ink Border
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Ornamental Design Winged Female Figures Dragons
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Ornamental Design Fruit Flowers recto Flower Stalk
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"Exploring the Intricate Beauty of Ornamental Design: From Sword Hilts to Naked Figures and Engraved Masks" Step into the enchanting world of ornamental design, where every detail tells a story. In the 17th century, weapons were not only tools for battle but also works of art. The ornate sword hilts adorned with intricate patterns showcased the craftsmanship and creativity of their makers. Delve deeper into this captivating realm, and you will discover an array of designs that transcend time. A plate from the C16 Livre de legumes inventees et dessinees reveals a mesmerizing depiction of a lying naked female figure gelding, capturing both grace and vulnerability in its delicate lines. As we turn to another plate from the same book series, our eyes are greeted by vibrant illustrations showcasing vegetables brought to life through artistic flair. The C19 and C14 plates present us with inventive renderings that celebrate nature's bounty in all its glory. Moving on to friezes, we encounter a scene where children support a bust emperor surrounded by opulent details. This display epitomizes grandeur while highlighting the importance placed on lineage during those times. But it doesn't stop there – knife handles designed with ovals containing fortitude demonstrate how even everyday objects can be transformed into exquisite pieces of artistry. Horizontal panels depict two tritons with foliate tails playing horns – an enchanting sight that transports us beneath the waves. The title page from Ars Myronis Nobilis Effingitus Pagellulis beckons us closer as it showcases an amalgamation of mythical creatures intertwined within elaborate borders. Vertical panels captivate our attention next; candelabra containing pairs fish create an otherworldly ambiance when illuminated. Our journey through ornamental design takes yet another twist as we stumble upon an engraving featuring masks adorned by eagles and fauns - symbols rich in meaning dating back centuries ago.