Gilt Collection (page 72)

Persian lady - Art Nouveau
A persian woman in art nouveau style wearing elaborate gilt headdress

The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Baku, Azerbaijan
The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (often referred to as The Gilt Church ) was the main Russian Orthodox cathedral in Baku, Azerbaijan from 1898

RMS Oceanic medal
A medal presented to Thomas Henry Ismay to mark the launch of the RMS Oceanic on 14 January 1899. The ornate gilt design includes the British and American flags

Guardian statues, Wat Phra Keo, Bangkok, Thailand
A row of guardian statues lining the elaborate Phra Mondop (Library) of the Wat Phra Keo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), Bangkok, Thailand

Black Beauty 1st Edition
Cover of a first edition of Black Beauty by Anna Sewell, first published in 1877. The inside has an autographed message from the author

Debs Evening Frocks 1933
Debutantes practice their bowing wearing evening dress. The back view of the gowns are reflected in a mirror. Two of the gowns have cowl necklines

Wesley Church London
Wesleys Chapel. City Road, London EC1, designed by George Dance and built by Samuel Tooth in 1778. It is often referred to as " The Cathedral of Methodism"

St Peter & St Paul Cath
A view up to the elaborately decorated ceiling of the St Peter and St Paul Cathedral, Mdina, Malta

Greek Charioteers
Greek warrior soldiers in their fine gilt chariot. One of the two horses rests down on its haunches seemingly from exhaustion

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MALAYSIA Southeast Asia Penang Georgetown Wat Chayamangkalaram or Wat Buppharam Temple with detail of standing Buddha figure with hands crossed over chest

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MALAYSIA Southeast Asia Penang Georgetown Wat Chayamangkalaram or Wat Buppharam Temple with detail of standing Buddha figure with hands crossed over chest

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THAILAND Surat Thani Koh Samui Island Seated golden Buddha at the Big Buddha Temple with clear blue sky

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THAILAND Surat Thani Koh Samui Island Seated golden Buddha at the Big Buddha Temple with clear blue sky

A monk lights butter lamps on gilded shrine at base of stupa at dawn, Swayambhunath (Swayambhu) (Monkey Temple) Buddhist stupa on a hill overlooking Kathmandu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nepal, Asia

Detail of gilt chairs in the Durbar Hall, Sirohi Palace, Sirohi, Southern Rajasthan state, India, Asia

The gilt shrine which originally contained the statuettes of the royal couple in the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Detail of the exterior of the gilt shrine showing the queen helping the king in a ritual hunting scene, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt

Detail of the exterior of the gilt shrine showing the king pouring perfumed liquid into the queens hand, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes

Detail of the exterior of the gilt shrine showing the queen fastening a necklace around the kings neck, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt

Detail of the exterior of the gilt shrine showing the queen bringing unguents and flowers to the king, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt

Gilt wood statuette of the king, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Close-up of lion statue, Imperial Palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China, Asia

Robespierre / Miniature
MAXIMILIEN ROBESPIERRE French Revolutionary statesman

Syntax / Gaming House
Doctor Syntax at a gaming house

Costume / Mid-Day Dress
Two-piece barrel-line dress by Beer with button front, deep cuffs en bouffants, vandyked collar, ornate gilt belt on the hips, skirt with hip gathers & an uneven hemline

Fur Accessories 1915
Stylish tunic dresses: either a narrow tubular under-skirt & flaring tunic or slightly flared skirt with assymetrical tunic worn with fur stoles, flat muffs, Louis heel boots

Opulent Bed 1851
Opulent, gilt bedstead complete with canopy, fringing and drapery

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"Gilt: The Radiance of Ancient Treasures and Timeless Beauty" Step into the enchanting world of gilt, where opulence and grandeur reign supreme. From the hallowed halls of ancient Egypt to the serene temples of Ladakh, it has adorned some of history's most revered artifacts. In the Valley of the Kings, amidst Tutankhamun's tomb, stands a double door that captivates with its intricate detailing. A glimpse reveals the goddess Isis in all her golden glory, an embodiment of power and mystique. Traveling eastward to India's Ladakh region, one encounters a sight that leaves onlookers awestruck. Inside the Chamkhang temple lies a colossal Maitreya Buddha shimmering with gold leaf. Its sheer size and exquisite gilding evoke a sense of divinity. Venturing further back in time, we encounter Saint Nicholas of Lipna through Alexa Petrov's artistry. This 13th-century masterpiece showcases his saintly figure against a backdrop embellished with delicate gilt accents - an homage to faith and devotion. But it is not only religious icons that have been graced by this resplendent technique. Even everyday objects like cheese dishes can be transformed into works of art through Bairnsfatherware's skilled craftsmanship. Royalty too has embraced gilt as their symbol of majesty. Behold the magnificent throne adorned with scenes depicting regal couples - an emblematic representation of power and authority throughout history. Across continents in China, Kuan-Yin emerges as a Bodhisattva bathed in golden radiance from head to toe. This 12th-century statuette exudes compassion and serenity while showcasing Chinese mastery over gilded art forms. Turning our attention to portraiture, Oscar Wilde sits elegantly in his chair as if draped in liquid gold itself - capturing both his flamboyant persona and enduring literary legacy for generations to come.