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Symmetrical Collection (#10)

"Finding Beauty in Symmetry

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: iron man

iron man
Catalin Alexandru

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai. Creator: Viet Chu

Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai. Creator: Viet Chu
Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Columns of Angkor Wat, Cambodia. Creator: Viet Chu

Columns of Angkor Wat, Cambodia. Creator: Viet Chu
Columns of Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Group of Indian Weapons of War, c1891. Creator: James Grant

Group of Indian Weapons of War, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Group of Indian Weapons of War, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: A Syce (Groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c. 1845 (opaque w / c on paper)

A Syce (Groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c. 1845 (opaque w / c on paper)
5973424 A Syce (Groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c.1845 (opaque w/c on paper) by Shaik Muhammad Amir of Karraya (fl.1830-50) (attr. to); 30.5x50.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Design for a Book Cover, c. 1898-1900 (w / c)

Design for a Book Cover, c. 1898-1900 (w / c)
6199351 Design for a Book Cover, c.1898-1900 (w/c) by Davidson, George Dutch (1879-1901); 30.2x23.7 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: La Salle Verte, pub. Paris 1919 (pochoir print)

La Salle Verte, pub. Paris 1919 (pochoir print)
1123810 La Salle Verte, pub. Paris 1919 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Capri (oil on canvas)

Capri (oil on canvas)
1767364 Capri (oil on canvas) by Stella, Joseph (1877-1946); 43.8x35.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Capri. Joseph Stella (1877-1946). Oil on canvas

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Grassy plants and a log in a field in summer, Lower Yukon River, Mountain Village, Alaska, USA

Grassy plants and a log in a field in summer, Lower Yukon River, Mountain Village, Alaska, USA
Close-up of wild, green grassy plants in a field with an old fallen tree log in the middle in Summer, Lower Yukon River; Mountain Village, Western Alaska, Alaska, United States of America

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Panel, Lyon, 1805 / 10. Creator: Unknown

Panel, Lyon, 1805 / 10. Creator: Unknown
Panel, Lyon, 1805/10

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Alhambra textile panel with double border, France, about 1865

Alhambra textile panel with double border, France, about 1865

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Panel, France, 1860 / 80. Creator: Mathevon et Bouvard

Panel, France, 1860 / 80. Creator: Mathevon et Bouvard
Panel, France, 1860/80

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Painted Banner (Thangka) of Vajrasattva Mandala, 15th century. Creator: Unknown

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Vajrasattva Mandala, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Painted Banner (Thangka) of Vajrasattva Mandala, 15th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Painted Banner (Thangka) of Amitayus Buddha Surrounded by One Hundred Buddhas

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Amitayus Buddha Surrounded by One Hundred Buddhas, 19th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: The Flood, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune

The Flood, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
The Flood, n.d

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Lot, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune

Lot, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
Lot, n.d

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Esau Selling His Birthright, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune

Esau Selling His Birthright, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
Esau Selling His Birthright, n.d

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Bellona, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune

Bellona, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
Bellona, n.d

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Mercury, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune

Mercury, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
Mercury, n.d

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: My Life I Dedicate to Thee (Valentine), c. 1840. Creator: George Meek

My Life I Dedicate to Thee (Valentine), c. 1840. Creator: George Meek
My Life I Dedicate to Thee (Valentine), c. 1840

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Panel, Italy, 1700 / 10. Creator: Unknown

Panel, Italy, 1700 / 10. Creator: Unknown
Panel, Italy, 1700/10

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Chasuble, Italy, c. 1720. Creator: Unknown

Chasuble, Italy, c. 1720. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, Italy, c. 1720

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Panel, Florence, 16th / 17th century. Creator: Unknown

Panel, Florence, 16th / 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel, Florence, 16th/17th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Border, Italy, 1760s. Creator: Unknown

Border, Italy, 1760s. Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, 1760s

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Borders, Burano, 1760s. Creator: Unknown

Borders, Burano, 1760s. Creator: Unknown
Borders, Burano, 1760s

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Border, Italy, 1701 / 25. Creator: Unknown

Border, Italy, 1701 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, 1701/25

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Flounce (From an Alb), Italy, 1725 / 75. Creator: Unknown

Flounce (From an Alb), Italy, 1725 / 75. Creator: Unknown
Flounce (From an Alb), Italy, 1725/75

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Panel, Italy, 1714. Creator: Unknown

Panel, Italy, 1714. Creator: Unknown
Panel, Italy, 1714

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Chasuble, Italy, 1740 / 50. Creator: Unknown

Chasuble, Italy, 1740 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, Italy, 1740/50

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Dalmatic, Italy, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown

Dalmatic, Italy, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Italy, c. 1700

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Panel, Italy, 1701 / 50. Creator: Unknown

Panel, Italy, 1701 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Panel, Italy, 1701/50

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Flounce, Italy, 1660 / 80. Creator: Unknown

Flounce, Italy, 1660 / 80. Creator: Unknown
Flounce, Italy, 1660/80

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Altar Frontal, Italy, Late 17th century. Creator: Unknown

Altar Frontal, Italy, Late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, Italy, Late 17th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Borders, Italy, 1875 / 1900 (based on French lace of 1760s). Creator: Unknown

Borders, Italy, 1875 / 1900 (based on French lace of 1760s). Creator: Unknown
Borders, Italy, 1875/1900 (based on French lace of 1760s)

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Three Fragments (Border), Aquila, 1675 / 1750. Creator: Unknown

Three Fragments (Border), Aquila, 1675 / 1750. Creator: Unknown
Three Fragments (Border), Aquila, 1675/1750

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Antependium, Italy, 19th century. Creator: Unknown

Antependium, Italy, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Antependium, Italy, 19th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Border Tile With Vegetal Motif, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), 17th / 18th century

Border Tile With Vegetal Motif, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), 17th / 18th century
Border Tile With Vegetal Motif, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), 17th/18th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Decorated Bookbinding, 18th century. Creator: Unknown

Decorated Bookbinding, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Decorated Bookbinding, 18th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Architectural Panel with Parrots, 9th / 10th century. Creator: Unknown

Architectural Panel with Parrots, 9th / 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Architectural Panel with Parrots, 9th/10th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Ceramic Architectural Decoration, 13th century. Creator: Unknown

Ceramic Architectural Decoration, 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Ceramic Architectural Decoration, 13th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th / 16th century. Creator: Unknown

Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th / 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th/16th century

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Fragment (Flounce depicting Mary, Queen of Heaven), Italy, 1725 / 75. Creator: Unknown

Fragment (Flounce depicting Mary, Queen of Heaven), Italy, 1725 / 75. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Flounce depicting Mary, Queen of Heaven), Italy, 1725/75

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Fragment, Lucca, 1401 / 1450. Creator: Unknown

Fragment, Lucca, 1401 / 1450. Creator: Unknown
Fragment, Lucca, 1401/1450

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Chasuble (Back), Italy, 1701 / 25. Creator: Unknown

Chasuble (Back), Italy, 1701 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble (Back), Italy, 1701/25

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Cope with Orphrey Band, Hood and Remnants of a Morse, Italy, 1775 / 1800. Creator: Unknown

Cope with Orphrey Band, Hood and Remnants of a Morse, Italy, 1775 / 1800. Creator: Unknown
Cope with Orphrey Band, Hood and Remnants of a Morse, Italy, 1775/1800

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Collar (Made from a Border), Italy, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown

Collar (Made from a Border), Italy, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Collar (Made from a Border), Italy, c. 1600

Background imageSymmetrical Collection: Border, Italy, c. 1620 / 30. Creator: Unknown

Border, Italy, c. 1620 / 30. Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, c. 1620/30




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"Finding Beauty in Symmetry: From Hobbit Houses to Islamic Carvings" Discover the enchanting world of symmetry as we embark on a visual journey across continents and cultures. In the lush landscapes of Hobbiton, North Island, New Zealand, quaint Hobbit Houses stand tall with their symmetrical designs, transporting us into the magical realm of Middle-earth. Traveling back in time to c1913, we witness the Cambridge rowing team gracefully gliding along a river, their synchronized movements creating a mesmerizing symphony on water. Meanwhile, aboard The Jacobite train in Scotland's Lochaber region, our eyes feast upon the perfectly aligned tracks that guide this iconic railway through breathtaking scenery. Venturing further into Europe's architectural wonders, we explore the grandeur of North Wales Lunatic Asylum in Denbigh. Its symmetrical structure commands attention while hinting at its intriguing history within its walls. As twilight paints Selsey Bill with vibrant hues over West Sussex's coastline in England, we are captivated by nature's harmonious display - where sky meets sea symmetrically at sunset. Across oceans to Oahu island in Hawaii lies Mormon Temple Laie; its immaculate symmetry reflects both faith and precision. Delving into artistry now takes us to an elegant blue and white wallpaper design that showcases perfect balance and harmony within every intricate detail. In France's Camargue region resides a herd of majestic Camargue horses grazing amidst marshes - their graceful forms mirroring one another like poetry written by nature itself. While beauty often lies within symmetry’s embrace; it is important to acknowledge Crysotile asbestos' presence as well – reminding us that even seemingly perfect patterns can hide potential dangers beneath their surface. Unveiling Alhambra’s Islamic carvings transports us to Spain; here intricate geometric patterns intertwine flawlessly - showcasing centuries-old craftsmanship rooted deeply within cultural heritage.