Ornate Collection (page 100)

Russia, St Petersburg, Hermitage Museum. Catherine the Great was so impressed by engravings of Raphaels frescoes in the Vatican that in 1787

Russia, St Petersburg, Catherine Palace, Tsarskoe Selo. The lavish imperial palace at Tsarskoe Selo was designed by Rastrelli in1752 for Tsarina Elizabeth

Myanmar, Burma, Inle Lake. Ancient Buddhist shrines, stupas and pagodas at Shwe Inn Thein Paya, Indein, on the shores of Lake Inle

Myanmar, Burma, Inle Lake. The crumbling and unrestored ruins at Sankar, dating back to the 1600s, on the Belu Chaung river, Inle Lake

France, Tarn, Sorze. Intricate metal door ornamentation, Sorze
France, Tarn, Sorzze. Intricate metal door ornamentation, Sorzze

Germany, Bavaria, Munich. Ornate stucco or plasterwork adorning the front of a house in the city

Russia; Siberia; Irkutsk; Decembrist house. C19th artists, officers and nobles where exiled to remote Siberia, built a settlement, after the December revolt against Tsar Nicholas I

A Msai woman in traditional attire. The preponderance of white glass beads in her ornaments denotes that she is from the Kisongo section of the Msai, the largest clan group

Young Datoga man in a well
A young Datoga man helps to draw water for his familys livestock from a well on the east side of Lake Manyara. All young men wear strings of twisted yellow and light blue beads round their waists

Myanmar, Burma, Wun nyat. The abbot closes the ornate door to beautiful Wun nyat monastery. Built in the 15th century, it was renovated in the 17th and 18th centuries

Morocco, Marrakech. Metalwork on sale in the souq in Marrakech

Ornate handle on gilt door at entrance to the Royal Palace, Dar El Makhzen

Ornate interior and painted ceiling of the Baroque Style Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils) designed by Architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli Built in 18th Century for Ernst Johann von Buhren (1690-1772)

Ornate interior corridor of the baroque style Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils) designed by Architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli Built in 18th Century for Ernst Johann von Buhren (1690-1772) Duke of Courland

Laos, Vientiane Prefecture, Vientiane. Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan)

Italy, Tuscany, Pisa. Detail of the ornately carved marble columns and statues on the facade of the 12th Century Duomo in the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles)

Carnival People in Costumes and Masks. Italy Veneto Venice Venice Carnival People in Costumes and Masks

A street cafe overlooking the Gran canal and Rialto Bridge

Palazzo Villadorata / Palazzo Nicolaci, Noto, Sicily, Italy
Palazzo Villadorata/ Palazzo Nicolaci, Noto, Sicily, Italy ITALY-Sicily-NOTO: Finest Baroque Town in Sicily Baroque Details of the Palazzo Villadorata/ Palazzo Nicolaci © Walter Bibikow 2005

Ex Congreso Nacional (Congress building until dissolved by Pinochets coup)

Japan, Honshu Island, Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto. Kyo Odori - a Geisha Spring Dance performance

The picturesque whitewashed church at the village of Cavelossim. Whitewashed churches are one of the symbols of Goa and a legacy of the Portuguese. India, Goa, Cavelossim

Detail of screens from which women in purdah could look out, on old haveli (merchants house) in the Pink City (Old city) India, Rajasthan, Jaipur

Groot Constantia, Cape Dutch manor house & vineyard, Cape towns 4th most visited attraction Groot Constantia, Cape Dutch manor house & vineyard, Cape towns 4th most visited attraction

A Karo man with braided hair plays a traditional stringed instrument beside the Omo River near Duss. Young men settle disputes by fighting with hippo hide whips

A Dassanech man in full tribal regalia participates in a dance during a month-long ceremony. He wears a cheetah skin draped on his backs and a black ostrich-feather headdress

The luxurious Winter Palace Hotel in Luxor. Previous guests include Howard Carter and the Earl of Carnarvon

The luxurious Winter Palace Hotel in Luxor, Egypt. Previous guests include Howard Carter and the Earl of Carnarvon

During a dance, Muslim girls from the Sultanate of Tadjoura, dress up in all their finery and display the curved daggers of their men

Thilla is a rare example of a well-preserved Yemeni highland town of local stone houses and paved streets surrounded by a massive stone perimeter wall

St Nikolaja Stolnica, St Nicholas church Slovenia Ljubljana St Nikolaja Stolnica St Nicholas church

The Cathederal of the Annunciation, (Blagoveshchenskiy sobor), detail of the golden domes. This served as a private church if the Grand Dukes and Tsars

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Step into a world of opulence and grandeur with these ornate treasures from around the globe. First, feast your eyes on a vintage poster advertising Air Ceylon, adorned with intricate patterns that transport you to exotic destinations. Next, delve into the medieval tale of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, beautifully illustrated by William McLaren in rich hues and detailed designs. Travel back in time as you explore an antique map of Tasmania, its borders embellished with delicate cartographic elements. Then, discover the elegance of Barry, Ostlere & Shepherd Ltd through their captivating advert that showcases their craftsmanship. Marvel at the architectural wonder of the Tulip staircase in Queens House, Greenwich - a spiral masterpiece that exudes sophistication. Immerse yourself in history as you gaze upon a wartime poster featuring Churchill's famous words - an embodiment of strength and resilience. Experience glamour on wheels as Barbra Streisand glides across the screen on roller skates in "Funny Girl, " capturing hearts with her performance inspired by American comedienne Fanny Brice. Indulge your senses further with Marie Antoinette Meytens' portrait - every brushstroke revealing her regal allure. Reflect upon tradition and labor as Adam delved while Eve span is depicted through artistry. Feel the rhythm and passion emanating from Black Dyke Mills Band as they fill the air with melodious sounds. Lastly, encounter Sheela-na-Gig perched on an Irish church wall; this enigmatic figure invites contemplation about ancient customs and beliefs. Finally, immerse yourself in Claude Lorrain's landscape painting where nature intertwines seamlessly with human creation – a testament to both beauty and skill. These ornate wonders captivate our imagination; each one tells its own story through intricate details that leave us awe-inspired by human creativity throughout history.