Delamotte Collection

12th Century. British Museum, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

14th Century. Richard the Second. 1400. Small. Westminster Abbey, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

16th Century. Albert Durers Prayer Book, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

14th and 15th Centuries. Two Small. British Museum, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

14th Century. Date about 1340, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

13th Century. Henry the Third. Westminster Abbey, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

12th Century. Bodleian Library, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

13th Century. From Latin MS. 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

14th Century. From MS. Munich, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

11th Century and Numerals, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

16th Century. Gothic. 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

Fantasy wall hanging, circa 1900
6339104 Fantasy wall hanging, circa 1900 by Delamotte (19th century); (add.info.: Fantasy wall hanging, circa 1900. Italian style curtains with silk pelouche, drapes in same fabric)

King Louis XVI-style wall hanging, circa 1900
6339093 King Louis XVI-style wall hanging, circa 1900 by Delamotte (19th century); (add.info.: King Louis XVI-style wall hanging, circa 1900)

King Louis XIII-style wall hanging, circa 1900
6339088 King Louis XIII-style wall hanging, circa 1900 by Delamotte (19th century); (add.info.: King Louis XIII-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Walnut pelmet, satin lamprequin, silk curtains)

Gothic-style wall hanging, circa 1900
6339077 Gothic-style wall hanging, circa 1900 by Sicard, Henry & Farradesche, A. (19th-20th century); (add.info.: Gothic-style wall hanging, circa 1900)

Renaissance-style wall hanging, circa 1900
6339082 Renaissance-style wall hanging, circa 1900 by Delamotte (19th century); (add.info.: Renaissance-style wall hanging, circa 1900)

Roman-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Valance sheet, lambrequin drapes, brocatelle curtains. Planche 6. Croisee Style Roman. Cantonniere drap, application meme etoffe

King Louis XIV-style wall hanging. Satin valance, silk curtains, window with armchair. Planche 14. Croisee Louis XIV. Cantonniere satin, contre-fond velours, applications soie vieil or et argent

King Louis XIII-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Velvet lambrequin and drapes, silk curtains. Planche 11. Croisee Louis XIII

Luxury Egyptian-style wall hangings, circa 1900. Painted wood and lacquer pelmet, satin lambrequin, velvet curtain, decoration with ancient Egyptian flower motifs. Planche 1. Croisee Genre Egyptien

Progress of the Crystal Palace at Sydenham, 1854. Creator: Philip Henry Delamotte
Progress of the Crystal Palace at Sydenham, 1854

[Carving a Sphinx], 1854. Creator: Philip Henry Delamotte
[Carving a Sphinx], 1854

[Storeroom with Artisans and Plaster Casts, Crystal Palace], 1852

The Visit of the Emperor and Empress to the Crystal Palace, 1855

[The Grounds Looking Towards Penge], 1854. Creator: Philip Henry Delamotte
[The Grounds Looking Towards Penge], 1854

Rivaulx Abbey. General View from the South, 1850s. Creators: Joseph Cundall
Rivaulx Abbey. General View from the South, 1850s

Rivaulx Abbey. The Triforium Arches, 1850s. Creators: Joseph Cundall
Rivaulx Abbey. The Triforium Arches, 1850s

Illuminated Initial and Saint, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Initial and Saint, 1830-62

Illuminated Initial N, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Initial " N", 1830-62

Illuminated Leaf with Initial E (recto); Vine Border (verso), 1830-62
Illuminated Leaf with Initial " E" (recto); Vine Border (verso), 1830-62

Illuminated Initial from Hymnal, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Initial from Hymnal, 1830-62

Illuminated Initial O, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Initial " O", 1830-62

Floral Border Design, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Floral Border Design, 1830-62

Illuminated Initial B, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Initial " B", 1830-62

Illuminated Initial C, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Initial " C", 1830-62

Illuminated Initial D, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Initial " D", 1830-62

Illuminated Letter D within a Decorated Border, 1830-62
Illuminated Letter " D" within a Decorated Border, 1830-62

Title page design for The Court Journal, 1830-62
Title page design for " The Court Journal", 1830-62

Hope, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Hope, 1830-62

Illuminated Leaf with Initial I, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Leaf with Initial " I", 1830-62

Decorated Border, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Decorated Border, 1830-62

Greater Celandine, 1839, (1944). Creator: Unknown
Greater Celandine, 1839, (1944). Botanical illustration from " British Flowering Plants" by William Baxter. Published in " Wild Flowers in Britain", by Geoffrey Grigson

14th Century. Illuminated MS. 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

14th Century. British Museum, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

From MS. Library of Minerva, Rome, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

8th and 9th Centuries. Anglo-Saxon, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

9th Century. From an Anglo-Saxon MS. Battel Abbey, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

8th Century. Vatican, 1862. From The Book of Ornamental Alphabets - Ancient & Mediae val, by F. G. Delamotte. [E. & F. Spon, London, 1862]

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Delamotte: A Glimpse into Centuries Past Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Delamotte, a name that echoes through the ages. From the 12th century to the 16th century, this captivating collection offers a window into medieval Britain. Transport yourself to the 12th century as you explore manuscripts housed in the British Museum since 1862. These delicate pages hold secrets from an era long gone, showcasing intricate calligraphy and illuminations that captivate even modern eyes. Intrigue awaits as you delve into Westminster Abbey's archives from Richard II's reign in the 14th century. The small yet significant artifacts provide glimpses of royal life during this tumultuous period, offering insights into power struggles and artistic endeavors. Travel further back to the 13th century within Henry III's sanctuary at Westminster Abbey. Here lies a testament to religious devotion with beautifully preserved manuscripts that showcase both faith and artistry. The allure extends beyond England's borders, reaching Germany with Albert Durer's Prayer Book from the 16th century. This masterpiece showcases not only Durer's renowned skill but also his personal connection to spirituality. Marvel at two small treasures held by the British Museum dating back to both the 14th and 15th centuries. These exquisite artifacts offer glimpses into everyday life during these periods - tales of love, war, and daily routines frozen in time for us to ponder upon today. A particular gem among this collection is a manuscript dating around 1340 AD; its pages whisper stories lost over centuries but now brought back to life through careful preservation efforts undertaken since its arrival at British Museum in1862. Journeying further still brings us face-to-face with ancient texts stored within Bodleian Library since their acquisition in1862. Witness firsthand how knowledge was meticulously recorded by scribes who dedicated their lives ensuring wisdom was passed down through generations.