Batsford Collection

German Renaissance ceiling and wall painting, wood mosaic and embroidery, (1898). Creator: Unknown
German Renaissance ceiling and wall painting, wood mosaic and embroidery, (1898). Fig 1: Wall-painting from the bath-rooms in the Fugger-house at Augsburg

Ancient Greek ornamental architecture and sculpture, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Ancient Greek ornamental architecture and sculpture, (1898). Fig. I. Doric capital from Paestum (with painted ornaments). Fig 2

Ancient Greek pottery, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Ancient Greek pottery, (1898). Figs 1-9: Forms of Greek vases. Fig 1: Amphora, vessel for oil, wine etc. Fig 2: Hydria, vessel for carrying water. Fig 3: Urn, a cinerary vessel

Painted plasterwork, Germany, 18th century, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Painted 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

Medieval enamel and illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Medieval enamel and illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Fig: 1: Initial from a German manuscript (Rhenish school), 11th-12th century, in the Library at Paris

Byzantine weaving and embroidery, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Byzantine weaving and embroidery, (1898). Fig 1: Embroidered purple robe in the cathedral-treasure at Bamberg. Fig 2: Figured silk-stuff on the tunic of Henry II. in the National-Museum at Munich

Indian marble inlay, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Indian marble inlay, (1898). Figs 1 to 9: Marble marquetry from the mausoleums of the Shah Jehan and the Begum Mumtaz-i-Mahal...It is to the [17th century] that the marble-marquetries from the Mogul

Ancient Egyptian decoration, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Ancient Egyptian decoration, (1898). Examples of architecture and painting from Ancient Egypt: Fig 1: Painted relief-figure from a column of the temple at Denderah

Assyrian decoration, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Assyrian decoration, (1898). Examples of ancient Assyrian painting, polychrome sculpture and pottery from what is now Iraq: Fig 1: Portion of a glazed brick from a palace at Khorsabad

Medieval illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Medieval illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Figs 1-4: From the 14th century. Figs 5-13: With the single leaves and flowers from the 15th century...In the illumination of manuscripts the livelier forms

Chinese painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Chinese painting, (1898). Figs 1-5 and 9-13: borders; Figs 6-8: continuous patterns of painted China vases, the greater part of which are to be found in South Kensington Museum [Victoria & Albert

Silk-weaving, Germany, 18th and 19th centuries, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Silk-weaving, Germany, 18th and 19th centuries, (1898). Figs 1-7: Silk from Specimens in the Royal Museum at Stuttgart...The silk industry

Metal ornaments, Germany, 19th century, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Metal ornaments, France and Germany, 19th century, (1898). Empire style fittings: Figs 1-23: Metal-Ornaments of furniture in the Kings Palace [New Palace

Gobelins tapestry and lacework, France and Germany, early 19th century, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Gobelins tapestry and lacework, France and Germany, early 19th century, (1898). Fig 1: Panel of a Screen by Saint-Ange. Figs 2-5

German Renaissance stained glass painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
German 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: Unknown
Lace 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 weaving, embroidery and book covers, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French 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: Unknown
French Renaissance ornaments in stone and wood, (1898). Fig 1: Pilaster-capital from a chimney in the Hotel Lasbordes at Toulouse (Francois I), [16th century]

Wall painting and ceiling decoration, Germany, early 19th century, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Wall painting and ceiling decoration, Germany, early 19th century, (1898). Figs 1-6: Wall and ceiling decorations from King Frederick Is work-room in the castle of Ludwigsburg [Ludwigsburg Palace

German Renaissance ceiling and wall painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
German 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: Unknown
German Renaissance ornament in stone and wood, (1898). Fig 1: Herma from the tombs of Wurttembergian princes in the choir of the " Stiftskirche" at Stuttgart

Medieval stone mosaic, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Medieval stone mosaic, (1898). Figs 1-8: Engraved stone-flags from the old cathedral at St. Omer, 13th century (ground brown, interior design of horse and horseman filled up with red)

Italian Renaissance ceiling painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Italian Renaissance ceiling painting, (1898). Figs 1-4: From the choir-arch in S. Maria del Popolo at Rome, (by Pinturicchio.) Fig 5: From one of the Borgia chambers in the Vatican at Rome

Russian architectural ornament and wood carving, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Russian architectural ornament and wood carving, (1898). Fig 1: Phantastic church-cupolas at Jaroslaw, 17th and 18th century

Byzantine architecture and sculpture, (1898). Creator: Karl Schaupert
Byzantine architecture and sculpture, (1898). Fig 1: Capital from Agia Theotokos at Constantinople, late 9th century. Fig 2:Capital from S. Vitale at Ravenna

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

Russian manuscript painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Russian manuscript painting, (1898). Fig 1: From a Gospel of the 14th century in the Imperial Public Library. Figs 3, 12 and 13: From Psalteries in the library of the Trinity Cloister near Moscow

Celtic illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Celtic illuminated manuscripts, (1898). The lettering at top left is from the Lindisfarne Gospels, probably produced c715-720 AD in the monastery at Lindisfarne, Northumberland

Arab-Moorish architectural decoration, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Arab-Moorish architectural decoration, (1898). Arabian-Moresque - Architectonic Ornament - Fig 1: Panel from the Alhambra [Granada, Spain]. Fig 2: Decoration in stone above a door in Cairo

French Renaissance typographic ornaments, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance typographic ornaments, (1898). Fig 1: Initial from the time of Louis XII by [Geofroy] Tory. Fig 2: Initial from the time of Francois I by Tory

Roman metalwork, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Roman metalwork, (1898). Examples of ancient Roman items made of bronze: Fig 1: Fountain-figure, representing a drunken Faun

Japanese lacquer-painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Japanese lacquer-painting, (1898). Examples of lacquerware designs: Figs 1-50. Motives [motifs] for lacker-painting...Of all productions of Japanese art

Italian Renaissance embroidery and carpet-weaving, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Italian Renaissance embroidery and carpet-weaving, (1898). Fig 1: Embroidery on an ecclesiastical mantle in S. Croce at Florence

Poster, Come to Britain for Hiking Date: circa 1950

A Setting For Princess Turandot in a Moscow Theatre
A setting for Princess Turandot, an opera by Carlo Gozzi, directed by Evgeny Vakhtangov. Date: circa 1932

Play
An illustration of a girl playing with a young child, from A History of British Water Colour Painting'. The Original of this is in possession of Francis L. Berry, Esq. Date: circa 1929

Trade signs: Booksellers and Publishers (litho)
6026905 Trade signs: Booksellers and Publishers (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Booksellers and Publishers)

Batsford, Gloucestershire (engraving)
6019482 Batsford, Gloucestershire (engraving) by Neale, J. P. (1771/80-1847); Private Collection; (add.info.: Batsford, Gloucestershire)

The South-West Garden-House at Batsford (b / w photo)
3104205 The South-West Garden-House at Batsford (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South-West Garden-House at Batsford)

Test Valley SP11 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Test Valley SP11 6

Tewkesbury GL56 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tewkesbury GL56 9

Metal fittings, France and Germany, 18th century, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Metal fittings, France and Germany, 18th century, (1898). Figs 1-15: Metal mountings from casts in the collection of plaster casts in the Royal Technical Institute

French Renaissance ornament on wood and metals, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance ornament on wood and metals, (1898). Fig 1: Boule work from a clock in the Museum vaterlandischer Altertumer at Stuttgart, (French)

French Renaissance enamel on metal, pottery painting, metal mosaic, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance enamel on metal, pottery painting, metal mosaic, (1898). Figs 1-10: Decorations on Limoges-vessels (copper-enamelling), Fig 1 in private possession

French Renaissance Gobelins tapestries, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance Gobelins tapestries, (1898). Figs 1-3: Borders on a tapestry carpet after [Charles] Le Brun (made 1665-72). Figs 4-6: Border from a tapestry after Noel Coypel (made 1670-80)

French Renaissance wall painting, polychrome painted sculpture, weaving and book covers, (1898). Fig 1: Painted frieze on both sides of a chimney in the Hotel d Aluie at Blois, style of Louis XII

French Renaissance ceiling painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance ceiling painting, (1898). Figs 1 and 3: Painted ceilings of timbers in the Castle at Blois (Francois I), [16th century]. Figs 2 and 4: Painted binding-beams on the same ceilings

French Renaissance carpet painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance carpet painting, (1898). Details from walls painted to look like carpets or tapestries: Figs 1-9: Painted carpet-patterns in the Castle at Blois [Chateau de Blois] from the time of

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"Batsford: A Timeless Journey through Art and Culture" Step into the enchanting world of Batsford, where centuries-old masterpieces come to life. This hidden gem unveils a treasure trove of artistic wonders that span across various civilizations and eras. From the intricate German Renaissance ceiling and wall paintings to the mesmerizing wood mosaics and embroideries, every corner exudes beauty beyond imagination. Transport yourself back in time as you explore the Ancient Greek ornamental architecture and sculptures meticulously preserved within Batsford's walls. Marvel at the delicate brushstrokes on Ancient Greek pottery, transporting you to an era long gone but forever cherished. As you wander further, discover a vibrant poster inviting adventurers from all corners of the globe to "Come to Britain for Hiking. " Let your spirit soar amidst breathtaking landscapes that have inspired countless explorers throughout history. Immerse yourself in grandeur as Princess Turandot takes center stage in a Moscow Theatre setting fit for royalty. Witness this captivating play unfold before your eyes, leaving you spellbound by its sheer magnificence. Bask in awe at painted plasterwork from 18th century Germany, showcasing unparalleled craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. Delicate medieval enamel illuminates manuscripts with tales untold while Byzantine weaving and embroidery weave stories through threads intricately intertwined. Marvel at Indian marble inlay that adorns Batsford's halls with exquisite patterns carved into stone by unknown hands. Allow ancient Egyptian decorations to transport you back thousands of years when pharaohs ruled over mighty empires, while Assyrian decoration whispers tales of strength and resilience etched into their very essence. In this haven where art transcends boundaries, immerse yourself in cultures long past yet ever-present within these hallowed walls. Batsford invites you on a timeless journey through humanity's collective creativity—a testament to our shared heritage waiting patiently for those who seek inspiration anew.