Ornate Collection (#96)

The Sale Regia in the Vatican, Rome, 19th century. Artist: E Challis
The Sale Regia in the Vatican, Rome, 19th century

The Salon, Avington, c1908. The Salon of Avington Park, Winchester, Hampshire, England. From The Connoiseur Vol. XXII. [Otto Limited, London, 1908-9]

16th-17th Century Old Panelled Room from Damascus, 1913
16th-17th Century Old Panelled Room from Damascus. From The Connoisseur Vol XXXV [Otto Limited, London, 1913.]

A design for a picture frame titled Armiger, 1898. From The Studio, Volume Eight [London Offices of the Studio V, London, 1898]

Small Dress Fan, 1901
Small Dress Fan, 190. A small dress fan of the Louis XIV (1638-1715) period. From The Connoisseur, Vol. I by [Otto Limited, London, 1901]

Costume of a Man & a Woman in the time of Edward II, (1909)
Costume of a Man & a Woman in the time of Edward II. The costume of a man and woman in the reign of Kin Edward II (1284-1327). From The Connoisseur, Vol. XXIII by [Otto Limited, London, 1909]

Louis XVI. Gold Repeater, (c. 1770), Old Chelsea Porcelain Porringer and Cover, (c. 1710), 1903
Louis XVI, Gold Repeater, by Vauche, Paris, Date about 1770, Old Chelsea Porcelain Porringer and Cover, Queen Anne Gold Repeater, By Ferron, London, Date circa 1710. From The Connoisseur Vol

Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, 1937. Sights of Britain, third series of 48 cigarette cards, issued with Senior Service, Junior Member, and Illingworth cigarettes

Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, 1936. Sights of Britain, second series of 48 cigarette cards, issued with Senior Service, Junior Member, and Illingworth cigarettes

Interior of the Vatican Library, Rome, Italy. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Interior of the Vatican Library, Rome, Italy. The Vatican Library is one of the oldest in the world with one of the most extensive collections of historical books and manuscripts

The Rubens Room, Windsor Castle. c1850-1910

A living room during the reign of Louis XIII, Hotel Marion du Fresne, Saint-Malo, France, 1938

A Chinese porcelain dish of the Kang-he period, 17th century (1903). Plate taken from The Burlington Magazine, number VII, volume III (September/October 1903)

The Chapel Royal, Dublin, 19th century

Henry VIII, c1517-1540. Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Henry VIII, c1517-1540. From the collection at Windsor Castle

Interior of a Jaina Temple, Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Sienese tethering rings, 1926. From Apollo magazine, volume IV, no 21 (September 1926)

Dr Churchs London and Birmingham Steam Coach, 1833

The reception room of a Pasha, Damascus, Syria, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The reception room of a Pasha, Damascus, Syria, 1905. Stereoscopic card. Detail

The Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, Palestine, 1900s. Stereoscopic slide

The Triumphal Arch of Emperor Maximilian I, 1515, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Triumphal Arch of Emperor Maximilian I, 1515, (1936). Detail of central arch (the Gate of Honor and Power) showing a foliate

Chapter House, Westminster Abbey, 20th century. Artist: Valentine & Sons
Chapter House, Westminster Abbey, 20th century

North front, Rosslyn Chapel, Midlothian, Scotland, 20th century

Roof of the Chancel, Rosslyn Chapel, Midlothian, Scotland, 20th century

The Chancel, Rosslyn Chapel, Midlothian, Scotland, 20th century

State dining room, Longleat, 20th century

Lady Chapel, Rosslyn Chapel, Midlothian, Scotland, 20th century

Queen Caroline, Queen Consort of George II. Artist: Caroline of Ansbach
Queen Caroline, Queen Consort of George II

Royal gold state coach, 19th century. Ornate 18th-century coach used by royalty on state occasions

Elizabeth I of England, (mid-19th century). Artist: Thomas Phillibrown
Elizabeth I of England, (mid-19th century). Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603), who reigned from 1558-1603

Mary, Queen of Scots

The Waterloo Chamber, Apsley House, 1908. Artist: HN King
The Waterloo Chamber, Apsley House, 1908. Apsley House, known as No 1, London, was the home of the Duke of Wellington. A photograph from The Private Palaces of London by E Beresford Chancellor

Carriages, (1885). Artist: Lucotte
Carriages, (1885). Illustration from 18th Century Institutions, Usages And Costumes, France 1700-1789, by Paul Lacroix, (Paris, 1885)

A Room To Sleep In, (1885). Artist: Durin
A Room To Sleep In, (1885). Illustration from 18th Century Institutions, Usages And Costumes, France 1700-1789, by Paul Lacroix, (Paris, 1885)

Hotel De Villars, (1885). Artist: Durin
Hotel De Villars, (1885). Illustration from 18th Century Institutions, Usages And Costumes, France 1700-1789, by Paul Lacroix, (Paris, 1885)

The Gold State Coach, 1762, (1937). The coach is gilded and features painted panels by Giovanni Cipriani and rich gilded sculpture including three cherubs on the roof and four tritons

Coiffures, late 18th century, (1910). 1 and 2 are c1768, 3 and 4 are c1772. Broad braided bands cross each other at the back

The Macaronies, 1772, (1910). The Macaroni Club in London was founded in 1772 by young men of the fashionable world who had been on the Grand Tour in Italy, in opposition to the Beef-Steak Club

Queen Elizabeth I, c1580, (1910). A 19th-century rendition from the Penshurst portrait, presented to her by Sir Henry Sidney, painted by Zucchero

Monstrance, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Monstrance, (1843). After an engraving by Israel Van Meekin of a monstrance, a vessel used to hold the host in the Romish ceremonies

Interior, early 19th century. Artist: Carl Friedrich Zimmermann
Interior, early 19th century. Found in the collection of the State M Ciurlionis Art Museum, Kaunas, Lithuania

The Heraldic Hall in the Winter Palace, 1839. Artist: Vasily Stasov
The Heraldic Hall in the Winter Palace, 1839. Stasov, Vasili Petrovich (1769-1848). State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Malachite Hall of the Winter Palace, 1837-1839. Artist: Andrei Ivanovich Stakenschneider
The Malachite Hall of the Winter Palace, 1837-1839. Briullov, Alexander Pavlovich (1798-1877)

The Pavilion Hall of the Small Hermitage, 1850-1858. Artist: Andrei Ivanovich Stakenschneider
The Pavilion Hall of the Small Hermitage, 1850-1858. Stakenschneider, Andrei Ivanovich (1802-1865). State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The George Hall (Great Throne Hall) in the Winter Palace, 1837-1842. Artist: Giacomo Antonio Domenico Quarenghi
The George Hall (Great Throne Hall) in the Winter Palace, 1837-1842. Quarenghi, Giacomo Antonio Domenico (1744-1817). State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Grand staircase of the Winter Palace, 1756-1761. Artist: Bartolomeo Francesco Rastrelli
The Grand staircase of the Winter Palace, 1756-1761. Also known as Ambassadors staircase or Jordan staircase. Rastrelli, Bartolomeo Francesco (1700-1771). State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Pendant with Head of Athena Parthenos, early 4th century BC. Scythian Art. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Throne detail in form of a winged lion with a human torso, 8th century BC
Throne detail in form of a winget leon with a human torso, 8th century BC. Culture of Urartu. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

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Step into a world of opulence and grandeur with these ornate treasures from around the globe. First, feast your eyes on a vintage poster advertising Air Ceylon, adorned with intricate patterns that transport you to exotic destinations. Next, delve into the medieval tale of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, beautifully illustrated by William McLaren in rich hues and detailed designs. Travel back in time as you explore an antique map of Tasmania, its borders embellished with delicate cartographic elements. Then, discover the elegance of Barry, Ostlere & Shepherd Ltd through their captivating advert that showcases their craftsmanship. Marvel at the architectural wonder of the Tulip staircase in Queens House, Greenwich - a spiral masterpiece that exudes sophistication. Immerse yourself in history as you gaze upon a wartime poster featuring Churchill's famous words - an embodiment of strength and resilience. Experience glamour on wheels as Barbra Streisand glides across the screen on roller skates in "Funny Girl, " capturing hearts with her performance inspired by American comedienne Fanny Brice. Indulge your senses further with Marie Antoinette Meytens' portrait - every brushstroke revealing her regal allure. Reflect upon tradition and labor as Adam delved while Eve span is depicted through artistry. Feel the rhythm and passion emanating from Black Dyke Mills Band as they fill the air with melodious sounds. Lastly, encounter Sheela-na-Gig perched on an Irish church wall; this enigmatic figure invites contemplation about ancient customs and beliefs. Finally, immerse yourself in Claude Lorrain's landscape painting where nature intertwines seamlessly with human creation – a testament to both beauty and skill. These ornate wonders captivate our imagination; each one tells its own story through intricate details that leave us awe-inspired by human creativity throughout history.