Traditional Culture Collection (page 8)

Chinese Mahjong players
Mahjong, game of Chinese origin dating to over two thousand years ago. For centuries, Mahjong remained exclusive of the royal class. It was against the law for commoners to play

Traditional Japanese Woodblock of a women in room
A wonderful Ukiyo-e print by the master Kunisada (1786-1865), was in his own time was the most popular and successful print designer in Japan

Traditional Japanese Woodblock female musician
Kunisada (1786-1865), was in his own time was the most popular and successful print designer in Japan. This print of 1862 shows an actor Nakamura Daikich with a Shamisen is a 3-stringed lute with a

Japanese Triptych Woodblock Print of the Hunt
A wonderful tryptic created by the master woodblock printer Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1797-1861 illustrating the monster hunt story, the hunt is called Nue Taiji, Yorimass retainer, Hayata Tadazumi

Traditional Japanese Woodblock print of Actor
This fine print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1797-1862 was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints he is associated with the Utagawa school

Vintage Japanese Woodblock print of Children
Toyohara Chikanobu (1838aa1912), was a prolific woodblock artist of Japans Meiji period. His works capture the transition from the age of the Samurai to Meiji modernity

Vintage Japanese Woodblock print of House Interior
This wonderful colourful Oban woodblock print is by Yamazaki Toshinobu, (1857-1885) Son of a barber; He created thirty woodblock prints of the 1877 Satsuma Rebellion

Battle of Big Bethel
Vintage engraving from 1863 of a map of the Battle of Big Bethel also known as the Battle of Bethel Church or Great Bethel was an American Civil War battle that took place on June 10, 1861

Vanity Fair Print of Dudley Ryder, 2nd Earl of Harrowby
Victorian caricature of Dudley Ryder, 2nd Earl of Harrowby, a British politician. He held office under Lord Palmerston as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster in 1855

Antique illustration of 31 december 1861 eclipse map

Emperor Meiji, Mikado of Japan
Vintage enrgaving of Emperor Meiji of Japan. The Meiji Emperor (3 November 1852 - 30 July 1912) or Meiji the Great was the 122nd emperor of Japan according to the traditional order of succession

Japanese Woodblock Print Samauri Battle 1850
This 1850 print is part of a tryptich battle scene by the great Utagawa Yoshitsuru, (worked 1847-1852) ašIt depicts the opening siege of Minamoto no Yoritomo; Hojo Tokimasa

Camel market in Sousse, Tunisia

Zulu warrior in traditional dress with fighting spear

Galatina, province of Lecce, Salento, Apulia, Italy. The Luminarie of Salento, one of the symbols of the cultural traditions of the territory

Delaware state flag

Wisconsin state flag

Chinatown, London, England, UK

Jumeirah Beach, Burj Al Arab Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Decorative coloured lanterns inside Joyesa Temple, Jongno-gu district, Seoul, South Korea

Elevated view over Deoksugung Palace, Gwanghwamun, Seoul, South Korea

Elevated view over Deoksugung Palace, Gwanghwamun, Seoul, South Korea

Elevated view over Deoksugung Palace, Gwanghwamun, Seoul, South Korea

Elevated view over Deoksugung Palace, Gwanghwamun, Seoul, South Korea

USA, Kansas, Mullinville, Fromme-Birney Round Barn, Restored, Built In 1917

Church of St Cosmas and Damian, Goslar, Harz, Lower Saxony, Germany

Traditional Moroccan Musicians Performing in a Restaurant, Tangier, Morocco, North Africa

Traditional Moroccan Musicians Performing in a Restaurant, Tangier, Morocco, North Africa

Arc de Triomf, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Window Shutters in Ibiza Town, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain

Traditional windmills, Hora, Amorgos Island, Cyclades Islands, Greece, Europe

Statues of Socrates and Athena outside Academy of Athens, Athens, Greece

Chozoviotissa monastery, Amorgos, Cyclades Islands, Greece, Europe

Statues of Socrates and Apollo outside Academy of Athens, Athens, Greece

Basilica de Nuestra Senora de los Angeles, Cartago, Costa Rica

St Stephens Cathedral dwarfed by glass skyscrapers, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, Australasia

Changing of the Guard Ceremony, Deoksugung Palace, Gwanghwamun, Seoul, South Korea

Changing of the guards ceremony, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Palace of Shining Happiness, Seoul, South Korea

Old Asian Wallpaper
Ornaments from "L'Ornement Polychrome" First and Second Series published in 1873 by Albert Charles Auguste Racinet (1825-1893) a french designer, lithographer and art historian

Traditional Indian Floral Wallpaper
Ornaments from "L'Ornement Polychrome" published in 1873 by Albert Charles Auguste Racinet (1825-1893) a french designer, lithographer and art historian. Photographed and edited by J

Traditional Indo-Persian Floral Wallpaper
Ornaments from "L'Ornement Polychrome" published in 1873 by Albert Charles Auguste Racinet (1825-1893) a french designer, lithographer and art historian. Photographed and edited by J

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Traditional Culture" Step into a world steeped in history and tradition, as we embark on a captivating voyage through the ages. Our first stop takes us to Ireland, where an antique map reveals the enchanting landscapes that have shaped its traditional culture for centuries. Next, we venture to Magna Graecia, as a vintage map unveils the ancient roots of Italy's vibrant customs and heritage. From Roman ruins to Renaissance masterpieces, this land has nurtured traditions that continue to inspire awe. In Japan, witness the grace and elegance of a bygone era captured in an antique woodblock print. A woman delicately serves tea amidst serene surroundings - a testament to the meticulous rituals ingrained in Japanese traditional culture. Traveling further westward, our eyes are drawn to Hadrian's Wall etched on an antique map. This iconic structure stands as a symbol of resilience and unity among ancient civilizations - reminding us of their enduring legacy. Crossing vast oceans brings us face-to-face with the untamed beauty of Western USA depicted on yet another vintage map. Here lies a land where Native American traditions intertwine with pioneer spirit, creating a unique cultural tapestry. Anne of Cleves emerges from history's shadows; her portrait evokes Tudor England's rich heritage and royal lineage. The Inns of Court armorials transport us back to 17th-century London - echoing tales of legal tradition and intellectual pursuit. A glimpse into Japan reveals ethereal geishas gracefully moving through lush gardens in a traditional woodblock print. Their artistry embodies timeless beauty while honoring age-old customs passed down through generations. The Maasai warrior stands tall against an acacia tortilis tree framed by majestic Mount Kilimanjaro – showcasing Africa’s vibrant tribal cultures rooted deep within nature’s embrace.