Painted Collection (page 100)

A Painted Chinese Actor in Turkestan
A painted Chinese actor in a native morality play in Turkestan. Troops of the actors visited the country and were popular with Chinese officials and traders living and working there. Date: 1932

Studio portrait of a sailor, HMS Indomitable, WW1
Studio portrait of a sailor, leading stoker on the battle cruiser HMS Indomitable, WW1. circa 1914

Helena Millais as Nance in Silver Creek
Helena Millais (1886-1970), actress and writer, in costume as Nance in Silver Creek. Date: circa 1912

Maharajah of Bikanir (Bikaner), Indian ruler
Maharaja Sir Ganga Singh (1880-1943), Reformist ruler of Bikaner in present-day Rajasthan, India, First World War. Date: circa 1913-1914

The Armada Jewel, also known as the Heneage Jewel, painted by Nicholas Hilliard, with a profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth I. circa 1595

Spotted skipper and painted skipper
Spotted skipper, Hesperilla ornata, and painted skipper, Hesperilla picta (Adorned and painted skippers, Hesperia ornata, Hesperia picta)

Painted lamia beetle, Lamia picta. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1814

Yellow-winged locust, Gastrimargus musicus (Painted locust, Gryllus pictus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological

Josephs coat moth, Agarista agricola (Painted agarista, Agarista picta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological

Antique painted capitals and stucco cornices from Herculaneum and Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Cordes after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Antique painted stucco cornices from buildings in Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Dettmers after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Antique painted capitals and cornice
Antique painted capitals from Pompeii and Heraculaneum, and painted cornice from Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Cordes after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical

Antique painted floor in the Villa di Arrio Diomede, Pompeii, excavated 1771-1774. Handcoloured lithograph by Konter after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Painted cornices from the Casa del Narciso, Pompeii
Painted cornices from the Casa del Narciso and other houses, Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Berth after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Mackerel fishing methods, pilot fish and painted mackerel
Mackerel fishing methods: walled channels and grate to catch spawning mackerel with the tide 47a, and fishermen in boats unfurling nets to encircle a school of mackered 47b

Tree gloxinia, Kohleria amabilis (Painted achimenes, Achimenes picta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley

Painted lady gladiolus, Gladiolus splendens (Splendid anisanthus, Anisanthus splendens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Little painted lady, Gladiolus debilis (spoon-lipped corn-flag, Gladiolus cochleatus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Coppertips or montbretia, Crocosmia fucata (Painted tritonia, Tritonia fucata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Watts after W

Painted trillium, Trillium undulatum (Red-fruited trillium, Trillium erythrocarpum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith from Robert

Vase, 4th-3rd century BC (pottery)
XIR212820 Vase, 4th-3rd century BC (pottery) by Celtic; Musee Archeologique, Nissan-les-Enserune, France; out of copyright

Painted turtle, African helmeted turtle and pond slider
Painted turtle, Chrysemys picta (cinereous tortoise, Testudo picta), African helmeted turtle, Pelomedusa subrufa (galeated tortoise, Testudo galeata) and pond slider

Spotted turtle and painted turtle
Spotted turtle, Clemmys guttata (Spotted tortoise, Testudo guttata) and painted turtle, Chrysemys picta (Painted tortoise, Testudo picta)

Painted woolly bat, Kerivoula picta. Vespertilio pictus Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jakob Andreas Eisenmann after an illustration by Jacques de Seve

Tabletop with a trompe l oeil design representing Vanity
ALG173038 Tabletop with a trompe l oeil design representing Vanity by Pallini, P. (17th century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Painted scene of a feast day from the new fullonica (fullers shop), Regio VI, Insula XIV, 21. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus

Decorative bottle from Rouen painted with a scene of a Roman rite. Hand-finished chromolithograph from Ris Paquots General History of Ancient French and Foreign Glazed Pottery, Chez l Auteur, Paris

Painted pavement tiles from Rouen in the Chateau d Ecouen, France. Hand-finished chromolithograph from Ris Paquots General History of Ancient French and Foreign Glazed Pottery, Chez l Auteur, Paris

Ceramic tiles of Rouen, France. Hand-finished chromolithograph from Ris Paquots General History of Ancient French and Foreign Glazed Pottery, Chez l Auteur, Paris, 1874

Fountain vase from Saint Omer
Fountain vase decorated with faces and lions, and painted birds and flowers, from Saint Omer, France. Hand-finished chromolithograph from Ris Paquots General History of Ancient French

Painted coral snake and Egyptian cobra
Painted coral snake, Micrurus corallinus (Elaps corallinus), and Egyptian cobra, Naja haje. Handcolored engraving by Forget after an illustration by Oudart from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire

Iroquois Warrior, from Encyclopedie des Voyages, engraved by J
NYH188136 Iroquois Warrior, from Encyclopedie des Voyages, engraved by J. Laroque, 1796 (coloured engraving) by Grasset de Saint-Sauveur

Painted lady, red admiral and European peacock
Painted lady butterfly, Vanessa cardui 1, red admiral, Vanessa atalanta 2 and European peacock, Aglais io 3. Vanesse belle-dame, Vanesse vulcain, Vanesse paon de jour

Painted mackerel, Scomberomorus regalis (Thazard mackrel, Scomber regalis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Detail of the vault of the cellar, Villa Medicea di Careggi (photo)
BEN276602 Detail of the vault of the cellar, Villa Medicea di Careggi (photo) by Michelozzo di Bartolommeo (1396-1472); Villa Medicea di Careggi, Florence, Tuscany

View of the vault of the cellar, Villa Medicea di Careggi (photo)
BEN276601 View of the vault of the cellar, Villa Medicea di Careggi (photo) by Michelozzo di Bartolommeo (1396-1472); Villa Medicea di Careggi, Florence, Tuscany

Painted bunting, Passerina ciris (Painted emberiza, Emberiza ciris). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Virgin and Child in majesty (polycrome wood) (detail)
CLG248114 Virgin and Child in majesty (polycrome wood) (detail) by French School, (12th century); Basilique Saint-Denis, France; (add.info)

Iroquois Mask (wood & hair)
PNP245695 Iroquois Mask (wood & hair) by American School; Private Collection; Peter Newark Western Americana; American, out of copyright

Kachina Doll, Hopi Culture (wood)
PNP245355 Kachina Doll, Hopi Culture (wood) by American School; Private Collection; (add.info.: ritual doll used for promoting return of animals; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American

Painted lady, false comma, and comma butterfly variety
Painted lady, Vanessa cardui, false comma, Nymphalis vaualbum, and comma butterfly variety, Polygonia c-album. Handcoloured steel engraving by the Pauquet brothers after an illustration by Alexis

Painted begonia, Begonia picta. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, London, 1821

Grisaille style window (stained glass)
PC341607 Grisaille style window (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Poitiers Cathedral, Poitiers, France; French, out of copyright

Chinese evergreen, Aglaonema pictum. Chromolithograph by P. de Pannemaeker from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1882

Chariot, from the tomb of Marcopoulo, Attica, Late Heraldic Period IIIA-IIIB
REV346642 Chariot, from the tomb of Marcopoulo, Attica, Late Heraldic Period IIIA-IIIB, 1400-1200 BC (terracotta) by Mycenaean, Late Helladic Period (c.1600-1100 BC); 13x14 cm; Louvre, Paris

Painted homalomena, Homalomena picturata (Curmeria picturata). Drawn and chromolithographed by P. de Pannemaeker from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1873

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Painted Art: From Italy to Cuba and Beyond" Immerse yourself in a captivating journey through the world art, where colors come alive and stories unfold. Begin your adventure in picturesque Italy, specifically Sicily's Punta Secca, home to the iconic house of fictional TV detective Inspector Montalbano. As you wander through this charming village, let its vibrant facades and painted doors transport you into a world of mystery. Venturing further into Italy, marvel at the breathtaking scenes from the Kama Sutra adorning cupboards within Juna Mahal fort. These intricate paintings offer a glimpse into ancient Indian culture and sensuality that has captivated minds for centuries. No exploration wonders would be complete without mentioning Michelangelo's masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. Prepare to be awestruck by his divine brushstrokes as they depict biblical tales with unparalleled beauty. Traveling beyond Europe, discover Egyptian art's allure with Nefertiti bust at Neues Museum. Crafted from limestone and stucco, this exquisite piece showcases ancient Egypt's artistic prowess while preserving its regal elegance. From North Africa to Central America, witness diverse influences on display throughout history. Admire 19th-century Moroccan wall features that blend Islamic motifs with vibrant colors or lose yourself amidst Cuban paintings' vivid expressions found in Havana—a true testament to West Indies' rich cultural heritage. Journey Down Under to Australia's Kakadu National Park where an aboriginal rock art site reveals paintings dating back 20, 000 years alongside modern creations. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers glimpses into indigenous traditions spanning millennia—truly awe-inspiring. Returning once again to Italy's artistic legacy, visit Rome's Vatican Museums for an encounter with Michelangelo’s magnum opus—the Sistine Chapel—where every inch is adorned by his genius.