Polychrome Collection (#2)

Five Puppies under a tree by Maruyama Okyo (1733-1795). Date: circa 1770s

Polychromatic hieroglyphic showing The god Horus and Pharaoh Seti I at Abydos
Polychromatic hieroglyphic showing The god Horus and Pharaoh Seti I at the Mortuary Temple of Seti I. Abydos, al-Balyana, Egypt

Sculpture, Collegiale Notre-Dame de Dinant, Dinant, Wallonia
St Peter as pope, polychrome oak statue (painted later) by an unknown artist, 16th century, from the Eglise Saint-Pierre in Furfooz, in the Collegiale Notre-Dame de Dinant

Sculptures, Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chaource, Aube
Nicolas de Monstier and his wife Jacqueline de Laignes, donors of the Entombment sculptural group, 1515, by the Master of Chaource, made for their sepulchral chapel

Entombment sculpture, Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chaource
Entombment, or Holy Sepulchre, sculptural group, 1515, by the Master of Chaource, made for the sepulchral chapel of Nicolas de Monstier and Jacqueline de Laignes

RMS Titanic - White Star Line bookmark
RMS Titanic - polychrome printed White Star Line bookmark

Visitation of the Virgin Mary to Saint Elizabeth. Carved polychrome wood. First half of 17th century. On loan, Santiago Cathedral. Museum of Pilgrimage and Santiago

Fragment of a frieze. Apse of First Cathedral. 7th century
Fragment of the frieze from the apse of the First Cathedral. 7th century. Sandstone with traces of polychromy. Cathedral of Faras (Sudan). Faras Gallery. National Museum. Warsaw. Poland. Date: 2018

The Savior showing his sores. Gothic. Chapel of The Savior
Gothic image of the Savior showing his sores. It dates from the 14th century and was Integrated in the 1532 polychrome stone altarpiece, work of Juan de Alava

4th Century Bc Acheron Aeneid Allegoric Allegorical
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Egyptian art. Tomb of Nakht-Kau. Wooden figures of the tomb
Egyptian art. Tomb of Nakht-Kau. The wooden figures of the tomb-models had magical life, therefore they were able to work for the dead person

Coffin of Khonsu-hotep. Painted wood. 21st-22nd Dynasty. Egy
Coffin of Khonsu-hotep. Painted wood. 21st-22nd Dynasty. C. 950-900 B.C. Third Intermediate Period. Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

10th Century BC 22nd Dynasty 900 900BC Ancient
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Canopic jars
Polychormed canopic jars. Used by the egyptians during the mummification to preserve the viscera. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

18th Century Alterlife Ancient Art Atef Crook
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Seated Lohan (painted stone)
GLS219867 Seated Lohan (painted stone) by Chinese School; height: 127 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow, Scotland; (add.info.: Buddhist disciple and holy man;); © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Design For Chancel Arch, Brigham Church, Cumberland, c. 1876 (pen & ink and w/c on paper)
5980408 Design For Chancel Arch, Brigham Church, Cumberland, c.1876 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Butterfield, William (1814-1900); 38.3x48.1 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Portrait of William Cowdroy, c. 1810 (wax)
4071945 Portrait of William Cowdroy, c.1810 (wax) by Percy, Samuel (1750-1820); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Portrait of William Cowdroy made in high relief stained waxes)

Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic)
6320108 Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic) by English School; height: 16.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Six-handled posset pot cover incorporating lidded bowl at centre)

Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic)
6320107 Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic) by English School; height: 16.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Six-handled posset pot cover incorporating lidded bowl at centre)

Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic)
6320110 Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic) by English School; height: 16.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Six-handled posset pot cover incorporating lidded bowl at centre)

Portrait of William Cowdroy, c. 1810 (wax)
4071691 Portrait of William Cowdroy, c.1810 (wax) by Percy, Samuel (1750-1820); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Portrait of William Cowdroy made in high relief stained waxes)

Mask of a deceased woman, Punu Population, from Gabon, 18th-20th century (painted wood)
XLC182956 Mask of a deceased woman, Punu Population, from Gabon, 18th-20th century (painted wood) by African School; Musee de la Vieille Charite, Marseille, France

Carved figures, Yoruba Culture, South Nigeria (painted wood)
UCL273804 Carved figures, Yoruba Culture, South Nigeria (painted wood) by African School; Ethnographic Collections, University College London, UK; © UCL Art Museum, University College London

Bust of Charles V, c. 1515-19 (plaster)
LAF470938 Bust of Charles V, c.1515-19 (plaster) by Meit, Conrat (c.1480-c.1550); 53.5x62x31 cm; Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Ghent, Belgium; (add.info.: Charles V (1500-58) Holy Roman Emperor

Detail of Saint Cornelius (gilded & painted wood)
490162 Detail of Saint Cornelius (gilded & painted wood) by Flemish School, (14th century); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: See also 490162.); © Art in Flanders

Saint Cornelius (gilded & painted wood)
490161 Saint Cornelius (gilded & painted wood) by Flemish School, (14th century); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Enema scene (wood)
490160 Enema scene (wood) by Flemish School, (19th century); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: Klisteerspuitscene); © Art in Flanders

The Dauphin Francois, Son of Francois I (oil on panel)
471147 The Dauphin Francois, Son of Francois I (oil on panel) by Clouet, Jean (1485/90-1540); 16x13 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Surgical Ward (Gekashitsu) from Bugei Kurabu (Literary Club), ca. 1906. ca. 1906. Creator: Mizuno Toshikata
Surgical Ward (Gekashitsu) from Bugei Kurabu (Literary Club), ca. 1906

The Festival of Dolls (Third Month), ca. 1767. Creator: Ishikawa Toyomasa
The Festival of Dolls (Third Month), ca. 1767

The Second Segawa Kikunojo in the Role of Reizei in "Ima-o-sakari Suehiro Genj... 12th month, 1768
The Second Segawa Kikunojo in the Role of Reizei in " Ima-o-sakari Suehiro Genji", 12th month, 1768

Tiger in a Cage, 7th month, 1860. Creator: Ichiryusai Yoshitoyo
Tiger in a Cage, 7th month, 1860

The Six Month, ca. 1767. Creator: Ishikawa Toyomasa
The Six Month, ca. 1767

The Oiran Hanagiku Reading a Love Letter While Standing, ca. 1769. Creator: Ippitsusai Buncho
The Oiran Hanagiku Reading a Love Letter While Standing, ca. 1769

Recently Imported Big Elephant, 1863 (3rd month). Creator: Ichiryusai Yoshitoyo
Recently Imported Big Elephant, 1863 (3rd month)

Matsukaze Murasame, ca. 1675-80. Creator: Hishikawa Moronobu
Matsukaze Murasame, ca. 1675-80

Snowy Landscape, ca. 1820. Creator: Ishikawa Kazan
Snowy Landscape, ca. 1820

Yokohama Sumo Wrestler Defeating a Foreigner, 2nd month, 1861. Creator: Yoshifuji
Yokohama Sumo Wrestler Defeating a Foreigner, 2nd month, 1861

One of Thirty-Six Flowers, 1723-1792. Creator: Ippitsusai Buncho
One of Thirty-Six Flowers, 1723-1792

A Courtesan Followed by a Girl Attendant Carrying a Doll, 1723-1792. Creator: Ippitsusai Buncho
A Courtesan Followed by a Girl Attendant Carrying a Doll, 1723-1792

Golden Pheasant in the Snow, ca. 1900. Creator: Ito Jakuchu
Golden Pheasant in the Snow, ca. 1900

Danjuro as a Youth with a Toy Horse under Plum Blossoms. Creator: Ippitsusai Buncho
Danjuro as a Youth with a Toy Horse under Plum Blossoms

The Ninth Month, ca. 1767. Creator: Ishikawa Toyomasa
The Ninth Month, ca. 1767

Onoe Matsusuke as a Man Standing at Night at Yoshiwara, probably 1770. Creator: Ippitsusai Buncho
Onoe Matsusuke as a Man Standing at Night at Yoshiwara, probably 1770

Picture of an Elephant Born in Maruka in Central India, 2nd month, 1863. Creator: Ichiryusai Yoshitoyo
Picture of an Elephant Born in Maruka in Central India, 2nd month, 1863

Print, ca. 1863. Creator: Ichiryusai Yoshitoyo
Print, ca. 1863

Two Lovers, ca. 1675-80. Creator: Hishikawa Moronobu
Two Lovers, ca. 1675-80

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Polychrome Art: From Ancient Egypt to Modern Masterpieces" Step into a world where colors come alive and stories unfold with every brushstroke. Polychrome art has captivated civilizations throughout history, leaving behind breathtaking masterpieces that continue to inspire us today. In ancient Egypt, the Nefertiti bust stands as a testament to the skillful use techniques. Crafted from limestone and stucco, this iconic piece showcases the beauty and grace of Queen Nefertiti in vivid detail. Similarly, at the Neues Museum, one can marvel at the Aztec calendar's intricate design adorned with vibrant hues that bring life to its celestial symbolism. Moving forward in time, we encounter Roman mosaics depicting the Muses. Dating back to the 3rd-4th century AD and found within Torre de Palma, these captivating artworks showcase an array of colors meticulously arranged to create stunning visual narratives. The Temple of Ramses III transports us back to ancient Egypt once again. Here, pharaoh Ramses III is immortalized wearing resplendent polychrome attire—a symbol of his power and divinity—amidst grand architectural splendor. Fast-forwarding centuries later brings us closer to home with an early 19th-century French wallpaper panel. Created by an unknown artist, it boasts delicate floral patterns bursting forth in a symphony of color—an exquisite example of how polychrome art permeated even everyday objects during this period. Venturing further eastward reveals Mori Tessan's masterpiece—a mesmerizing depiction of a peacock rendered through vibrant pigments on silk fabric. This Japanese artwork exemplifies how polychrome transcends borders and cultures in its quest for artistic expression. Heading towards Europe unveils Saint Barbara by Master of Statues Koudewat—a striking portrayal showcasing richly painted woodwork that breathes life into religious iconography.