Top Knot Collection

Memorial head, c. 18th to 19th century (terracotta)
1072580 Memorial head, c.18th to 19th century (terracotta) by Akan School, (19th century); 28.6x17.5x16.2 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; The Otis and Velma Davis Dozier Fund; Ghanaian

The five senses, taste (b / w photo)
3095939 The five senses, taste (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The five senses, taste)

The hoopoe is feeding its chick. Still is flying and putting some insect in its beak. Typical forest environment with green background. Petr Simon

The Chinese Marriage, or An Audience with the Emperor of China, c. 1742 (oil on canvas)
XIR82803 The Chinese Marriage, or An Audience with the Emperor of China, c.1742 (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 40x65 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Besancon

Study of Lilia, 1887 (oil on canvas)
XOS741898 Study of Lilia, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Carolus-Duran, Charles Emile Auguste (1837-1917); 55 x 46 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Etude pour Lilia); French

A male Gambels quail (Callipepla gambelii) watches from a saguaro skeleton

Top knot feathers of the Blue Bird of Paradise

Topknot fish C016 / 6106
Underside of a topknot fish (Zeugopterus punctatus)

Topknot fish C016 / 6107
Topknot fish (Zeugopterus punctatus)

Moroccan - Recif Man
Moroccan - A Recif man with a dyed pigtail and white tunic

Anakena beach, yachts moored in front of the monolithic giant stone Moai statues of Ahu Nau Nau, four of which have topknots, Rapa Nui (Easter Island), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chile, South America

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Top Knot: From Ancient Terracotta to Vibrant Wildlife" Delve into history with a mesmerizing Memorial head from the 18th to 19th century, adorned with an intricate top knot - a symbol of elegance and status in bygone eras. Engage your senses as you savor the timeless beauty captured in a black and white photograph showcasing the delicate artistry of taste, where flavors dance upon our palates like graceful top knots. Enter the enchanting realm of nature as you witness a hoopoe bird gracefully feeding its chick while soaring through a typical forest, its beak filled with insects - a testament to nature's nurturing ways. Immerse yourself in ancient Chinese culture through "The Chinese Marriage, " an exquisite oil painting depicting an audience with the Emperor of China, where elaborate top knots adorn noble heads. Marvel at "Study of Lilia, " an oil painting from 1887 that captures the essence of feminine grace, enhanced by luscious locks intricately styled into an elegant top knot. Embark on a journey to the arid landscapes of Southwest USA and encounter the Gambel's quail, known for their distinctive feathered top knots that add flair to their desert habitat. Observe nature's wonders unfold before your eyes as male and female Gambel's quails gather around a desert pond, their striking plumage topped off by charming tufts forming their signature top knots. Witness wildlife thrive amidst harsh conditions as you spot a vigilant male Gambel's quail perched atop a saguaro skeleton, his regal presence accentuated by his majestic crown-like crest. Behold the ethereal beauty found within each Blue Bird of Paradise feather; their vibrant hues intertwined into magnificent top knots that elevate these avian wonders to celestial heights.