Intricacy Collection (page 6)

Chariot fitting: axle cap, Shang dynasty, ca. 1600-1050 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Chariot fitting: axle cap, Shang dynasty, ca. 1600-1050 BCE

Lunette, Tang dynasty, middle 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Lunette, Tang dynasty, middle 8th century

Ring handle of a vessel, Western Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-771 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Ring handle of a vessel, Western Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-771 BCE

Mirror with floral roundels, Sui dynasty, 581-618. Creator: Unknown
Mirror with floral roundels, Sui dynasty, 581-618

Lidded ritual wine container (hu) with masks and dragons, Late Shang dynasty, ca. 13th century BCE

Wine cup with ring handle, birds, animals, and grape vines, Early Tang dynasty, late 7th century

Dagger-axe (ge) with dragons, Late Shang dynasty, ca. 1300-1200 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Dagger-axe (ge) with dragons, Late Shang dynasty, ca. 1300-1200 BCE

Untitled, c. 1850. Creator: Unknown
Untitled, c. 1850. A work made of cyanotype

Bowl stand (for tea bowl F1911. 355), Mid-Ming to early Qing dynasty
Bowl stand (for tea bowl F1911.355), Mid-Ming to early Qing dynasty, 16th to early 18th century

Sleeve-weight in the form of a plaque, Late Eastern Zhou dynasty, possibly modern; or 5th-4th century BCE

Ritual wine container (hu) with masks and dragons, Late Shang dynasty, ca. 12th century BCE

Garment hook (daigou), Eastern Zhou to Western Han dynasty, 3rd century BCE

Desk Box, c. 1940. Creator: Harry Eisman
Desk Box, c. 1940

Map of Europe, 1587 (hand-coloured engraving)
985729 Map of Europe, 1587 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ortelius, Abraham (1527-98) (after); 40.8x28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Europe)

A message of condolence, from the court at Lucknow to Queen Victoria
1196728 A message of condolence, from the court at Lucknow to Queen Victoria, on the death of her husband Prince Albert, 1861 (manuscript on vellum) by Indian School

A Chalice in the Treasury of St. Peter s, Rome (black chalk & w / c on paper)
659219 A Chalice in the Treasury of St. Peter s, Rome (black chalk & w/c on paper) by Talman, John (1677-1726) (circle of); 37.4x25.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; British

Mosaic Pattern in Doorstep, c. 1936. Creator: Ellen Duncan
Mosaic Pattern in Doorstep, c. 1936

Shawl, c. 1936. Creator: Isabelle De Strange
Shawl, c. 1936

Ornament, Wax Fruit under Glass Globe, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Davids De Vault
Ornament, Wax Fruit under Glass Globe, 1935/1942

Mirror Frame, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Davids De Vault
Mirror Frame, 1935/1942

Ebony, Marble-top Table, c. 1938. Creator: Edward A Darby
Ebony, Marble-top Table, c. 1938

Marble Mosaic Floor, c. 1936. Creator: Ellen Duncan
Marble Mosaic Floor, c. 1936

Inlaid Sewing Box, c. 1937. Creator: Francis Law Durand
Inlaid Sewing Box, c. 1937

Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Julie C Brush
Dress, c. 1937

Dome fresco, St. Sava church, Beograd (Belgrade), Serbia, Europe

Resurrection fresco of Jesus resurrecting Lazarus, Orthodox Cathedral, Podgorica, Montenegro, Europe

Parc Guell, famous park designed by Antoni Gaudi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, Europe

Templo De La Valenciana, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Guanajuato, Mexico, North America

Lamp Stand, Iran, A. H. 1027-29 / A. D 1617-18. Creator: Unknown
Lamp Stand, Iran, A.H. 1027-29/A.D 1617-18. Safavid lamp stand with verses in Persian nasta liq script from Sa`dis " The Moth and the Candle"

Mortar and Pestle made for Abu Bakr Ali Malikzad al-Tabrizi, Iran, late 12th-early 13th century

Tombstone of Abu Sa d ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih, Iran, dated AH 545 / AD 1150
Tombstone of Abu Sa d ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih, Iran, dated A.H. 545/A.D. 1150

Casket with Figural Imagery, Iran, mid-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Casket with Figural Imagery, Iran, mid-13th century

Mirror, Iran, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Mirror, Iran, 12th century. With inscription bearing good wishes in Arabic

Engraved Lamp Stand with Interlocking Circles, Iran, probably 16th century. Verses embody spiritual metaphors. I said to the candle: " What is this moth around your face

Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses, Iran, 1260-70

Engraved Lamp Stand with Chevron Pattern, Iran, dated A. H. 986 / A. D. 1578-79
Engraved Lamp Stand with Chevron Pattern, Iran, dated A.H. 986/ A.D. 1578-79. Lyrical verses from the Bustan (Orchard) of Sa di

Ewer, Iran, second half 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Ewer, Iran, second half 13th century. Naskh calligraphy

Floral Arabesque Carpet, probably Iran, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Floral Arabesque Carpet, probably Iran, 17th century

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"Intricacy: A Tapestry of Beauty and Complexity" Step into a world where intricacy reigns supreme, unveiling the wonders of human craftsmanship and nature's artistry. An antique map of Tasmania unfolds before our eyes, revealing the delicate contours of this island paradise. Its counterpart, an antique map of Victoria or Port Phillip in Australia, captivates with vignettes that transport us to bygone eras. Behold the mesmerizing beauty of a fractal artwork, where intricate patterns emerge from mathematical equations. Like nature itself, it reminds us that complexity can be found even in the most unexpected places. And speaking of nature's marvels, let your gaze wander towards the pineapple – Ananas comosus – its spiky exterior concealing a succulent sweetness within. Venture further into architectural splendor as you encounter Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona. This UNESCO World Heritage Site stands tall as a testament to human ingenuity and devotion. Equally awe-inspiring are Giotto frescoes adorning the Scrovegni Chapel in Padua; their vibrant colors and meticulous details narrate stories from centuries past. Travel through time with medieval stained glass at Canterbury Cathedral, depicting miracles like Eilward's cure. These fragile masterpieces remind us that intricacy endures across generations as testaments to faith and artistic excellence. Witness divinity personified through a statue of goddess Saraswati at Bali's Water Lotus Temple—a symbol of wisdom adorned with intricate carvings honoring ancient traditions. Meanwhile, Costa Rica unveils its heritage on traditionally painted oxcart wheels—each brushstroke telling tales passed down through generations. Enter Nasrid Palaces' Palacio de los Leones within Alhambra—an architectural masterpiece boasting ornate designs etched into every surface—a true testament to Moorish craftsmanship spanning centuries. Marvel at Julien Bougle's superimposed colored plates mapping the human body, revealing its intricate systems and interconnectedness.