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Saint Nicholas of Lipna, 1294. Artist: Alexa PetrovSaint Nicholas of Lipna, 1294. Petrov, Alexa (Late 13th century). Russian icon painting. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum of History and Architecture Novgorodian Kremlin, Novgorod
Sunflowers and hollyhocks, 1889. Artist: Kate HayllarSunflowers and hollyhocks, 1889. Interior with sunflowers and red and pink hollyhocks in two blue and gold glass vases, one standing on a heavy carved wooden table
Norwich Cathedral. The Choir, Looking East, 1898. Creator: UnknownNorwich Cathedral. The Choir, Looking East, 1898. The Choir of Norwich Cathedral was vaulted under under James Goldwell (bishop, 1472-99) with hundreds of ornately carved, painted and gilded bosses
Marble Balustrades of the Staircase in the Foreign Office, c1935. Creator: KingMarble Balustrades of the Staircase in the Foreign Office, c1935. The Italianate interior of the Foreign Office in King Charles Street, off Whitehall, in central London
The Old Parliament House, Dublin, 19th century
The Laughing Cavalier, 1624. Artist: Frans HalsThe Laughing Cavalier, 1624. Painting held at the Wallace Collection, London. From World Famous Paintings edited by J Grieg Pirie [W.& G. Foyle Ltd. London, 1938.]
Mosaic pavement of a Roman villa, 2nd centuryMosaic pavement of a Roman villa in Lullingstone, Kent, 2nd century
Collage of Lord and Lady Yarborough beneath Lady Yarborough's monogram, about 1864. Creator: UnknownCollage of Lord and Lady Yarborough beneath Lady Yarborough's monogram, about 1864
Voyage en Bretagne. Guimilleaux (Finistere) Portail de l'Eglise, et Costumes du pays. about 1860. Creator: UnknownVoyage en Bretagne. Guimilleaux (Finistere) Portail de l'Eglise, et Costumes du pays. about 1860
Brooklyn Public Library (Ingersoll Memorial), Prospect Park Plaza, Brooklyn, 1941. Creator: Gottscho-Schleisner, IncBrooklyn Public Library (Ingersoll Memorial), Prospect Park Plaza, Brooklyn, 1941
King Ludwig II of Bavaria travelling in a sleigh, 1886. Creator: UnknownKing Ludwig II of Bavaria travelling in a sleigh, 1886. Ludwig II (1845-1886) riding in an ornate golden horse-drawn sleigh
"Old Fountain, Seville, " by T. Macquoid, 1871. Creator: Unknown"Old Fountain, Seville, " by T. Macquoid, 1871. The drawing by Mr. Macquoid which we have engraved from the exhibition at the Dudley Gallery represents a characteristic Spanish scene
Marriage of Princess Louise: cup given to the Marquis of Lorne by Eton School, 1871. Creator: UnknownMarriage of Princess Louise: cup given to the Marquis of Lorne by Eton School, 1871. The Etonians present to the Marquis of Lorne was a massive silver tankard, beautifully chased
Royal Wedding Cake, 1871. Creator: UnknownRoyal Wedding Cake, 1871. Cake for the wedding of Princess Louise (fourth daughter of Queen Victoria) and her husband John Campbell, 9th Duke of Argyll, made by Messrs. Bolland and Son, of Chester
Marriage of Princess Louise: the Royal Wedding Cake, 1871. Creator: UnknownMarriage of Princess Louise: Royal Wedding Cake, 1871. Cake made for the wedding of Princess Louise (fourth daughter of Queen Victoria) and her husband John Campbell, 9th Duke of Argyll
The new hall of the Drapers Company, Throgmorton-street, 1871. Creator: F. WatkinsThe new hall of the Drapers Company, Throgmorton-street, [City of London], 1871. The ancient London City Guild of Drapers is now in the occupation of its new hall...which is a magnificent
Interior of the Royal Court Theatre, Sloane-Square, 1871. Creator: UnknownInterior of the Royal Court Theatre, Sloane-Square, 1871. The opening of a new London theatre, on the evening of Wednesday week, is also noticed in our current record of theatrical affairs
Plate given to the Royal Engineers by Indian engineer officers, 1871. Creator: UnknownPlate given to the Royal Engineers by Indian engineer officers, 1871. 'General Sir John Cheape, in the name of the Engineer officers formerly in the Hon
Paris fashions: head-dresses and mantles, 1871. Creator: UnknownParis fashions: head-dresses and mantles, 1871. 'Of the two "bachelics, " named respectively La Coquette and L'Estelle, the one is made of blue, red or black cashmere
Porcelain at the International Exhibition, by Minton and Co. 1871. Creator: UnknownPorcelain at the International Exhibition, by Minton and Co. 1871. 'We present a few of the most elegant and ingenious products of this beautiful art from the celebrated manufactory of Messrs
Porcelain at the International Exhibition, by W. T. Copeland and Sons, 1871. Creator: UnknownPorcelain at the International Exhibition, by W. T. Copeland and Sons, 1871. 'Some Illustrations of the choice productions of the Royal Worcester Porcelain Company
The Brighton Race Cup, 1871. Creator: UnknownThe Brighton Race Cup, 1871. 'The prize cup won at Brighton Races, last Wednesday, is a very handsome vase of silver, partly gilt, which, stands nearly 3 ft. high
The Warwick Race Cup, 1871. Creator: UnknownThe Warwick Race Cup, 1871. 'The Warwick Cup this year, which is a magnificent tazza, standing nearly 3 ft. high, and weighing 333 oz, of silver, has been manufactured by Mr
New organ for St. Mary's Church, Nottingham, 1871. Creator: UnknownNew organ for St. Mary's Church, Nottingham, 1871. 'The new organ...was tested...by Mr. W. T. Best, playing at two public performances...The result was most satisfactory to the congregation; to
Historic 19th century building in the central park, Cienfuegos, Cuba, 2024. Creator: Ethel DaviesHistoric 19th century building in the central park, with old American car in foreground, Cienfuegos, Cuba, 2024
The Mezquita, Cordoba, Spain, 2023. Creator: Ethel DaviesThe Mezquita, the former Islamic Grand Mosque of Cordoba buil in 785, converted to the Catholic Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption in 1236, Cordoba, Spain, 2023
Pastoral staff for the new Bishop of Winchester, 1870. Creator: UnknownPastoral staff for the new Bishop of Winchester, 1870. Staff '...lately presented to the new Bishop of Winchester, Dr. Wilberforce
Paris fashions: head-dresses, 1870. Creator: UnknownParis fashions for June: head-dresses, 1870. '1. Chapeau Beret Louis XV. in blue faye, trimmed with a large ostrich feather, turned round the top of the chapeau
Lamp on the Thames Embankment, 1870. Creator: UnknownLamp on the Thames Embankment [in London], 1870. One of two designs, that has been '...manufactured by Messrs. Turner and Allen, of Upper Thames-street
Painted plasterwork, Germany, 18th century, (1898). Creator: UnknownPainted plasterwork, Germany, 18th century, (1898). Figs 1-3: Portions of Carved Panelling in the Ducal Castle of Bruchsal [Schloss Bruchsal]. Figs 4-5: Portions of Plaster Ceiling in the same room
Painted decoration in the New Palace, Potsdam, Germany, (1928). Creator: UnknownPainted decoration in the New Palace, Potsdam, Germany, (1928). About 1765...Painted wooden wainscoting in the Neue Palais...Johann Christian Hoppenhaupt (died Berlin between 1778-1786)
The Tennyson Vase: "Morte d'Arthur" and "Guinevere", 1868. Creator: UnknownThe Tennyson Vase: "Morte d'Arthur" and "Guinevere", 1868. 'A very beautiful specimen...displayed on the stall of Messrs. C. F. Hancock, Son, and Co. in the late International Exhibition at Paris
The Loan Collection, South Kensington Museum: claret-jug... ornamented with gold, 1868. Creator: UnknownThe Loan Collection, South Kensington Museum: claret-jug of green and white glass, ornamented with gold, (modern French), 1868. From "Illustrated London News", 1868
The Beaufort Cup for the Bath Races, 1868. Creator: UnknownThe Beaufort Cup for the Bath Races, 1868. 'The Beaufort Cup, manufactured by Messrs. Garrard for the Bath races, is a vase, designed by Mr. W. Spencer, in the Renaissance style
The Ascot Races Prize Plate: the Royal Hunt Cup, the Ascot Cup, the Queen's Gold Cup, 1869. Creator: UnknownThe Ascot Races Prize Plate: the Royal Hunt Cup, the Ascot Cup, the Queen's Gold Cup, 1869. 'Three of the handsome pieces of plate made for this year's prizes at the Ascot Races...The Ascot Cup is
Testimonial to the Hon. John O'Shannassy, of Victoria, 1868. Creator: UnknownTestimonial to the Hon. John O'Shannassy, of Victoria, 1868. 'One of the most prominent of the public men who have won distinction in the political affairs of our Australian colonies is the Hon
Testimonial to Mr. J. C. Colquhoun, of Killermont, 1868. Creator: UnknownTestimonial to Mr. J. C. Colquhoun, of Killermont, 1868. 'The testimonial presented not long ago to Mr. John Campbell Colquhoun, of Killermont, in Scotland, a gentleman who has for many years
Testimonial to Mr. Brand, M.P. from the Liberal Party in the House of Commons, 1868. Creator: UnknownTestimonial to Mr. Henry Brand, M.P. from the Liberal Party in the House of Commons, 1868. 'The presentation of the testimonial which was subscribed by the Liberal members of the House of Commons for
Funeral of the late King of the Belgians: the funeral car...Place du Congrés at Brussels, 1865. Creator: UnknownFuneral of the late King of the Belgians: the funeral car passing the Column in the Place du Congres at Brussels - from a sketch by our special artist, 1865
Earl de Grey and Ripon going from the Townhall at Burslem to open the Wedgwood Institute, 1869. Creator: UnknownEarl de Grey and Ripon going from the Townhall at Burslem to open the Wedgwood Memorial Institute, 1869. 'The institution was formally opened, on Wednesday week, by Earl De Grey and Ripon
Bible presented to the Princess of Wales by Sunday-school children, 1868. Creator: UnknownBible presented to the Princess of Wales by Sunday-school children, 1868. 'The Bible which was lately presented to her Royal Highness
Testimonial to Mr. W. Jackson...from the shareholders of the Florence and Pistoja Railway, 1865. Creator: UnknownTestimonial to Mr. W. Jackson, of Birkenhead, from the shareholders of the Florence and Pistoja [Pistoia] Railway, 1865. A magnificent silver dessert service...manufactured by Mr
Testimonial to a French admiral for assisting the crew of the Bombay, 1865. Creator: UnknownTestimonial to a French admiral for assisting the crew of the Bombay, 1865. The terrible disaster which befel H.M.S. Bombay, off the port of Montevideo, on the 22nd of December last
The Town Cup of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, 1865. Creator: UnknownThe Town Cup of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, 1865....the cup...is a vase of embossed silver, on a pedestal, with the figure of a yachtsman leaning on a rudder
The Doncaster Race Cup, 1865. Creator: UnknownThe Doncaster Race Cup, 1865. The piece of plate manufactured by Messrs. Hunt and Roskell for the "Doncaster Cup" this year, is a shield of 2 ft
Dragon Cup of the St. George's Rifle Volunteer Corps, 1865. Creator: UnknownDragon Cup of the St. George's Rifle Volunteer Corps, 1865. This graceful little cup has been manufactured by Messrs. Ortner and Houle, St
Drinking-fountain in Victoria Park, the gift of Miss Burdett Coutts, 1862. Creator: UnknownDrinking-fountain in Victoria Park, the gift of Miss Burdett Coutts, 1862. Its arrangement is octangular...Its masonry consists of Portland and Kentish ragstone
The Elcho Challenge Shield to be shot for by...rifle volunteers at the Wimbledon Meeting, 1865. Creator: UnknownThe Elcho Challenge Shield to be shot for by English and Scotch rifle volunteers at the Wimbledon Meeting, 1865. Designed by Auguste Willms and made by Elkington
Goodwood Races: the Goodwood Cup - equestrian statue of Queen Elizabeth, 1865. Creator: UnknownGoodwood Races: the Goodwood Cup - equestrian statue of Queen Elizabeth, 1865. One of the silver cups, ...or pieces of plate, which formed the principal prizes won at Goodwood races last week
Casket presented to the Princess of Wales by the ladies of New South Wales, 1864. Creator: UnknownCasket presented to the Princess of Wales by the ladies of New South Wales, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Hetzen, published in the Sydney Morning Herald, of a...beautiful casket
Goodwood Races: the Stewards Cup - Robin Hood Winding The Morte, 1865. Creator: UnknownGoodwood Races: the Stewards Cup - Robin Hood Winding The Morte, 1865. One of the silver cups, ...or pieces of plate, which formed the principal prizes won at Goodwood races last week
Goodwood Races: the Chesterfield Cup - Leonora and the Spectre Lover, 1865. Creator: UnknownGoodwood Races: the Chesterfield Cup - Leonora and the Spectre Lover, 1865. One of the silver cups, ...or pieces of plate, which formed the principal prizes won at Goodwood races last week
The Daily Telegraph Prize shot for at Wimbledon, 1865. Creator: UnknownThe Daily Telegraph Prize shot for at Wimbledon, 1865. The accompanying Illustration represents the prize given by the proprietors of the Daily Telegraph, value fifty guineas
"Chapel Of The High Altar In The Cathedral Of Toledo, " by S. Read, ...Water Colours, 1864. Creator: W Palmer"Chapel Of The High Altar In The Cathedral Of Toledo, " by S. Read, in the Exhibition of the Society of Painters in Water Colours, 1864. Engraving of a painting
The International Volunteer Challenge Trophy to be shot for at the Wimbledon Meeting, 1865. Creator: UnknownThe International Volunteer Challenge Trophy to be shot for at the Wimbledon Meeting, 1865. Designed by Auguste Willms and made by Elkington and Co
Ascot Races: the Ascot Gold Cup, the Queen's Gold Vase, the Royal Hunt Cup, 1864. Creator: UnknownAscot Races: the Ascot Gold Cup, the Queen's Gold Vase, the Royal Hunt Cup, 1864. Trophies in horse racing. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
Prize given by the editors of the "Spectator" to be shot for at the Wimbledon Rifle Meeting, 1865. Our Engraving represents the design of the shield
The Duchess of Sutherland's assembly at Stafford House in honour of Garibaldi, 1864. Creator: UnknownThe Duchess of Sutherland's assembly at Stafford House in honour of Garibaldi, 1864. Scene depicting an episode during...the General's sojourn in this metropolis [ie London
Testimonial presented by the Liberal electors of Halifax to Mr. James Stansfeld, M.P. 1864. Creator: UnknownTestimonial presented by the Liberal electors of Halifax to Mr. James Stansfeld, M.P. 1864. Mr. James Stansfeld...lately resigned his office as one of the Lords of the Admiralty in consequence of
National token from South Wales to the Princess of Wales, 1864. Creator: UnknownNational token from South Wales to the Princess of Wales, 1864....the badge and its casket...[were] manufactured by Messrs
The Alexandra Vase, presented to the Princess of Wales by the Danish residents...Great Britain, 1864 Creator: UnknownThe Alexandra Vase, presented to the Princess of Wales by the Danish residents in Great Britain, 1864. Wedding gift...designed and executed in oxydised silver by Mr
Testimonial to George Smith, Esq. L.L.D. late Chairman of the Cornwall Railway Company, 1864. Creator: UnknownTestimonial to George Smith, Esq. L.L.D. late Chairman of the Cornwall Railway Company, 1864. The directors of the Cornwall Railway Company...presented...an elegant drawing-room clock
Testimonial to Mr. R. Birkin, ex-Mayor of Nottingham, 1864. Creator: UnknownTestimonial to Mr. R. Birkin, ex-Mayor of Nottingham, 1864. The gift...consists of a six-branch candelabrum, or epergne, which was manufactured by Messrs
Sideboard, 1868 / 80. Creator: Daniel PabstSideboard, 1868/80. Large walnut sideboard with two shelves, animal designs on doors, gryphons at top
The Kings Bed Chamber, Windsor Castle, 1844. Creator: Stephen SlyThe Kings Bed Chamber, Windsor Castle, 1844. One of the rooms in the Kings State Apartment created for Charles II in the late 1670s
German Renaissance stained glass painting, (1898). Creator: UnknownGerman Renaissance stained glass painting, (1898). Figs 1-3: Glass-paintings from the dome of the rich Chapel in the Royal residence at Munich
Lace weaving and embroidery, France, 17th and 18th century, (1898). Creator: UnknownLace weaving and embroidery, France, 17th and 18th century, (1898). Fig 1: Lace in the style of Louis XIV [c1643-1715], in the possession of C. Baur, manufacturer of furniture at Biberach [Germany]
French Renaissance ornament on wood and metals, (1898). Creator: UnknownFrench Renaissance ornament on wood and metals, (1898). Fig 1: Boule work from a clock in the Museum vaterlandischer Altertumer at Stuttgart, (French)
French Renaissance weaving, embroidery and book covers, (1898). Creator: UnknownFrench Renaissance weaving, embroidery and book covers, (1898). Fig 1: Silk weaving, late 17th century. Fig 2: Silk-weaving, mid 16th century
French Renaissance ornaments in stone and wood, (1898). Creator: UnknownFrench Renaissance ornaments in stone and wood, (1898). Fig 1: Pilaster-capital from a chimney in the Hotel Lasbordes at Toulouse (Francois I), [16th century]
German Renaissance ceiling and wall painting, (1898). Creator: UnknownGerman Renaissance ceiling and wall painting, (1898). Fig 1: Spandril on wall compartments. Fig 2: Panel in a window flanning. Figs 3 and 4: Decorations of columns
German Renaissance ornament in stone and wood, (1898). Creator: UnknownGerman Renaissance ornament in stone and wood, (1898). Fig 1: Herma from the tombs of Wurttembergian princes in the choir of the " Stiftskirche" at Stuttgart
In the Pitti Palace - Raphaels Madonna of the Chair, Florence, Italy, c1909. Creator: UnknownIn the Pitti Palace - Raphaels Madonna of the Chair, Florence, Italy, c1909. The Madonna della seggiola by Italian renaissance artist Raphael, dating c1513-1514 in the Palazzo Pitti, Florence
Italian Renaissance sgraffitos, wood-mosaic, marble-mosaic and bas-reliefs, (1898). Fig 1: Sgraffito on a house at Rome, Via Giulia Nr. 82. Fig 2: Sgraffito on a house at Rome, Via dei Coronari Nr
Ceiling in the Grande Singerie, Chateau de Chantilly, France, (1928). Creator: UnknownCeiling in the Grande Singerie, Chateau de Chantilly, France, (1928). About 1735...Ceiling-painting in the " Salons des Singes" in Chantilly Castle...Ascribed...to Christophe Huet (d)
The Library, Admont Abbey, Austria, c1935. Creator: UnknownThe Library, Admont Abbey, Austria, c1935. The Baroque library at Admont Abbey is the largest monastic library in the world
Venetian State Arm-Chair, Late 17th Century, 1938. Creator: UnknownVenetian State Arm-Chair, Late 17th Century, 1938. From " The Kings Art Treasures - A Series of 40", The Imperial Tobacco Co Ltd. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1938]
A Byzantine Emperor of the Eighth and Ninth Centuries, A. D. 1924. Creator: Herbert NorrisA Byzantine Emperor of the Eighth and Ninth Centuries, A.D. 1924. From " Costume & Fashion - The Evolution of European Dress Through the Earlier Ages", by Herbert Norris. [J. M
An armed warrior mounted on a Turkoman horse in traditional dress, pub. 1912. CreatorAn armed warrior mounted on a Turkoman horse in traditional dress, from Vol.1. of Oriental Arms & Armour: Aristocracy, Collection of Henri Moser von Charlottenfels, pub. 1912 (folio). Vol.1
Sikh Chieftans going Hunting, 1858. Creator: A. Soltykoff (1806?1859)Sikh Chieftans going Hunting, from Voyages in India, pub. by Smith, Elder & Co. 1858 (litho). Prince Aleksei Dmitrievich Saltykov/ A
Casket presented to Prince Arthur with the Freedom of the City of London, 1871. Creator: UnknownCasket presented to Prince Arthur with the Freedom of the City of London, 1871. 'Our Illustration shows the gold casket in which the certificate of civic franchise was presented to him [by
Testimonial to the Bishop of Tasmania from the students of the Normal College, Cheltenham, 1864. Creator: UnknownTestimonial to the Bishop of Tasmania from the students of the Normal College, Cheltenham, 1864....a piece of plate which was presented to Dr
The International Exhibition: plateau and candelabra by Messrs. Christofle, of Paris, 1862. Creator: UnknownThe International Exhibition: plateau and candelabra by Messrs. Christofle, of Paris, 1862....no less than ten artists seem to have been engaged on this work