Adornments Collection

Easter Egg decorated with beads, folklore, traditional Hungarian

Zulu Dance / Large group
A large and spectacular group of Zulu dancers

A cake in the shape of a Barbie Doll's dress is on display at a bakery in the Bronx, New York City.

Jaipur, City Palace, Museum of Sawai Man Singh II inside the Chandra Mahal, Rajasthan, India, South Asia Jaipur, City Palace, Museum of Sawai Man Singh II inside the Chandra Mahal, Rajasthan, India

Ladies dwarf wardrobe, Regency style. Chest of drawers flanked by two low arched wardrobes, in carved wood decorated with gilt handles and adornments

Sah-ah-Lock-o, 1899 (oil on panel)
BIA327128 Sah-ah-Lock-o, 1899 (oil on panel) by Burbank, Elbridge Ayer (1858-1949); 20.3x15.2 cm; Butler Institute of American Art, Youngstown, OH

Etruscan jewelry, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432446 Etruscan jewelry, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info.: Etruscan jewelry. From Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, published c. 1900)

A golden Christmas tree

The White Parasol
A portrait oil painting of a young lady wearing a pink dress and decorative blue hat with floral adornments, sat on a park bench overlooking a calm river, she is holding a white parasol

Ladies dwarf wardrobe, Regency style
6338614 Ladies dwarf wardrobe, Regency style by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Ladies dwarf wardrobe, Regency style)

Anglo-Saxon brooches illustrated to scale. 1. Bronze long brooch 2. Long brooch, Malton, Cambs 3. Bronze long brooch, Kenninghall, Norfolk 4. Bronze cruciform brooch, Sleaford, Lincs 5

A Leap Year Dance at Yokohama given to the Officers of the British Squadron (litho)
1056217 A Leap Year Dance at Yokohama given to the Officers of the British Squadron (litho) by English School

Inauguration of the Venice International Artistic Exhibition (April 24) (colour litho)
2798168 Inauguration of the Venice International Artistic Exhibition (April 24) (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Lawn and its Adornments (b / w photo)
3103575 The Lawn and its Adornments (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lawn and its Adornments)

Jewellery, purse and belts, Thailand (silver)
LIT389599 Jewellery, purse and belts, Thailand (silver) by Thai School; Photo eLuca Tettoni; Thai, out of copyright

Folly Embellishes Withered Old Age with the Adornments of Youth, 18th Century (litho)
5208515 Folly Embellishes Withered Old Age with the Adornments of Youth, 18th Century (litho) by Coypel

Celt before 16th century Maya () Greenstone axe heads, commonly known as “celts, ” were some of the most important works of art across ancient Mesoamerica and Central America

Antique silver egg cups in a sophisticated environment

Antique silver hinged bread basket with croissants in front of a bowl of fruit on a breakfast table

Antique silver fruit bowl with fruit in a sophisticated atmosphere on a breakfast table

Antique silver fruit bowl with pears and stylish decoration in a noble ambiance

Antique silver hinged bread basket in a sophisticated atmosphere

Table Setting With Red And White Plates, Red Berries On Napkin Ring And Champagne Bottle Victoria Bc

A pile of button that would have been used on sweaters produced in the Roosevelt sweater Mill had it not closed in 1988

Elegant woman and stars
Art Nouveau style beauty in profile with gold adornments. Artist: Raphael Kirchner Date: circa 1900

Large Group of Dancing Zulus
A large group of scantily clad dancing Zulus. Date: 1936

Dancing and Clapping Zulus
Joyous Zulus dance clap and sing in celebration. Date: 1936

Zulu men Dancing, Close up
Two Zulu men dancing enthusiastically. Date: 1936

Zulu Dancers / Tresses
A group of Zulu Men dancing whilst wearing tresses as body adornments. Date: 1936

Man holding a book in the stairwell, nostalgic portrait

Facade detail, Alhambra, Granada, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Abstract graphic background

Figures on the portal of the St. Johannis Church, Schweinfurt, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Tympanum on the south portal, cathedral, Augsburg, Schwaben, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Portico with pediment, St. Brendans Cathedral, Clonfert Cathedral, County Galway, Connacht, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Triangular pediment above the portal, St. Brendans Cathedral, Clonfert Cathedral, County Galway, Connacht, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Triangular pediment on a portal, Cathedral of St. Brendan, Cathedral of Clonfert, County Galway, Connacht province, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Bell of Schwallenbach near Spitz, Wachau, Waldviertel, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe

Architectural sculptures on the facade of the Grossmuenster church, Zurich, Switzerland, Europe

Grossmuenster church, Zurich, Switzerland, Europe

Elizabeth Church, Marburg, Hesse, Germany, Europe

Antique silver bowl with limes

Buddhist prayer wheels on the exterior wall of the Swayambhunath Stupa Temple, also called Monkey Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Woodcarving with god Shiva on the buttress of a house, Bhaktapur, Nepal, Asia

Lisbon, Portugal - National Museum of Coaches - Stirrups
Lisbon, Portugal - National Museum of Coaches - a fine collection18th century stirrups in brass, iron and wood with metallic adornments. Date: circa 1910s

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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Adornments: A Tapestry of Cultural Beauty and Expression" Step into a world where adornments tell stories, where each piece is a reflection of heritage and tradition. From an Easter Egg delicately decorated with beads, to the vibrant folklore-inspired creations of traditional Hungarian craftsmanship, we are immersed in a kaleidoscope of artistry. Witness the rhythmic Zulu Dance performed by a large group, their bodies adorned with colorful garments that sway in harmony with their movements. The dance becomes a celebration of identity and community, showcasing the power of adornment as an expression of cultural pride. Underneath the shade of The White Parasol stands a lady exuding elegance and grace. Her portrait captures not only her beauty but also the intricate details adorning her attire - from delicate lace to sparkling jewels - emphasizing how even the smallest they are elevate one's presence. Travel back in time to Regency-era England as you explore the ladies dwarf wardrobe. This collection showcases exquisite gowns embellished with ornate embroidery and fine lacework, reminding us that fashion has always been intertwined with personal style and self-expression. Transport yourself to Yokohama during leap year celebrations when officers from the British Squadron were treated to an enchanting dance. Adorned in their finest attire, these gentlemen embraced opulence through their meticulously crafted accessories - buttons gleaming on sweaters produced under Roosevelt's watchful eye. Venture further into Venice's International Artistic Exhibition where color lithographs depict grandiose scenes from its inauguration day. Amidst this visual feast lies an appreciation for how art itself can be both an adornment and source of inspiration for generations to come. Capture moments frozen in time through black-and-white photography depicting "The Lawn and its Adornments. " Here we witness nature's own embellishments - flowers blooming amidst lush greenery - reminding us that sometimes simplicity holds its own unique charm. Journey across continents as we explore the silver jewelry, purses, and belts of Thailand.