Foliate Collection (page 8)

Gold pair-cased cylinder watch with quarter repeat by George Graham
1217831 Gold pair-cased cylinder watch with quarter repeat by George Graham, 1744 (gold) (see also 1217830) by Graham, George (1673-1751), Moser, George Michael (1706-83) & Ward

Feuilles de Groseillier brooch, c. 1855 (diamonds, silver & gold)
1274930 Feuilles de Groseillier brooch, c.1855 (diamonds, silver & gold) by Bapst, Alfred (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A pair of leaded glass windows, c. 1890 (leaded glass windows)
1195105 A pair of leaded glass windows, c.1890 (leaded glass windows) by American School, (19th century); 194.3x176.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Aeneas stands beside the spoils of King Mezentius, 1874-c. 1919 (w / c on vellum)
1195393 Aeneas stands beside the spoils of King Mezentius, 1874-c.1919 (w/c on vellum) by English School, (19th century); 33.5x24 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

A ceiling fragment, decorated with elaborate scrolls and foliate devices
1195260 A ceiling fragment, decorated with elaborate scrolls and foliate devices, 1906-1908 (plaster) by Sullivan, Louis (1856-1924)

Iris appearing before Turnus, 1874-c. 1919 (w / c on vellum)
1195391 Iris appearing before Turnus, 1874-c.1919 (w/c on vellum) by English School, (19th century); 33.5x24 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Venus giving armour to Aeneas, 1874-c. 1919 (w / c on vellum)
1195389 Venus giving armour to Aeneas, 1874-c.1919 (w/c on vellum) by English School, (19th century); 33.5x24 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Polychrome decorated four-fold screen (leather)
3248392 Polychrome decorated four-fold screen (leather) by Spanish School, (19th century); each panel 206x63 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Exotic verdure tapestry, possibly Tournai, first half of the 16th century (wool & silk)
984594 Exotic verdure tapestry, possibly Tournai, first half of the 16th century (wool & silk) by Franco-Flemish School, (16th Century)

Mirror or portrait frame, c. 1630 (gilt oak)
1069468 Mirror or portrait frame, c.1630 (gilt oak) by American School, (17th century); 118.1x99.1x5.1 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; The Wendy and Emery Reves Collection; American

Devonshire Coronet, c. 1870 (diamond, silver & gold)
3060237 Devonshire Coronet, c.1870 (diamond, silver & gold) by English School, (19th century); eThe Devonshire Collections

Kochert Antique Diamond Tiara (diamond, silver & gold)
907866 Kochert Antique Diamond Tiara (diamond, silver & gold) by Austrian School, (18th century); height: 7.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Austrian, out of copyright

Reliquary casket (gold, silver & semi-precious stones)
875225 Reliquary casket (gold, silver & semi-precious stones) by Florentine School (15th Century); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; eGiuliano Valsecchi; Italian, out of copyright

The Annunciation, c. 1878 (stained glass)
3475642 The Annunciation, c.1878 (stained glass) by Holmes Jewitt, Edward (1849-1929); St Lawrences Church, Crosby Ravensworth, Cumbria

St. John & The Angel, c. 1891 (stained glass)
3475570 St. John & The Angel, c.1891 (stained glass) by Brown, John William (1842-1928); St Andrews Church, Ashburton, UK; (add.info)

Tankard, Brasso, c. 1700 (silver-gilt)
3434826 Tankard, Brasso, c.1700 (silver-gilt) by Olescher, Georgius III (fl.c.1700); height: 29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Shaped cylindrical on a domed foot with stepped border)

Ornamental decoration (pen and brown ink, with brush and brown wash
2972571 Ornamental decoration (pen and brown ink, with brush and brown wash, heightened with white gouache, over traces of graphite, on buff laid paper, laid down on ivory laid paper) by Errard

Feuilles de Groseillier brooch, c. 1855 (diamonds, silver & gold)
3326263 Feuilles de Groseillier brooch, c.1855 (diamonds, silver & gold) by Bapst, Alfred (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Groin stones (bosses) in ceiling of Redcliffe Church (w / c on paper)
2831495 Groin stones (bosses) in ceiling of Redcliffe Church (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Corbels in St Marks (w / c on paper)
2832058 Corbels in St Marks (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Bequest of William Jerdone Braikenridge

Designs from Modern English Silverwork, 1909 (colour litho)
STC420672 Designs from Modern English Silverwork, 1909 (colour litho) by Ashbee, Charles Robert (1863-1942); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Detail of a page from De Proprietatibus Rerum by Bartholomeus Anglicus
488346 Detail of a page from De Proprietatibus Rerum by Bartholomeus Anglicus, in the French translation of Jean Corbechon, c.1390 (tempera on vellum) (see also 488340-47) by Remiet

Sweetmeat basket, 1771 (silver)
489219 Sweetmeat basket, 1771 (silver) by Hengel, Stephen Jan Van (fl.1771); width: 24.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Butt-cap from a flintlock pistol, c. 1650-60 (steel)
490915 Butt-cap from a flintlock pistol, c.1650-60 (steel) by Italian School, (17th century); 4.8x4.8x1.9 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L

Pommel plate of a saddle from the Flechtband garniture of Rudolf II
490908 Pommel plate of a saddle from the Flechtband garniture of Rudolf II and Archduke Ernst, Vienna, c.1571 (blued, etched & gilded steel) by Peffenhauser

Cup from a rapiers hilt, c. 1650-75 (steel)
490894 Cup from a rapiers hilt, c.1650-75 (steel) by Italian School, (17th century); 12.3x12.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance; Italian, out of copyright

Napoleon III meuble d appui, third quarter of the 19th century (ormolu, brass, pewter
476445 Napoleon III meuble d appui, third quarter of the 19th century (ormolu, brass, pewter, tortoiseshell, ivory, ebony, tulipwood, fruitwood & marquetry) (see also 476442 to 476446) by Cremer

Charger, marquetry by Ferdinand Duvinage, c. 1880 (ivory
476607 Charger, marquetry by Ferdinand Duvinage, c.1880 (ivory, gilt copper & fruitwood) (see also 476606) by Giroux, Alphonse-Gustave (19th century)

One of a pair of Louis XV fauteuils a la Reine (wood & textile)
708927 One of a pair of Louis XV fauteuils a la Reine (wood & textile) by Gourdin, Jean (Pere Gourdin) (fl.1737-63); Private Collection; (add.info)

George II side table, c. 1730 (giltwood & verde antico)
CH445123 George II side table, c.1730 (giltwood & verde antico) by Kent, William (1684-1748) (attr. to); 87x175x80 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Stone-paste set of tiles, 18th century (ceramic)
AME117785 Stone-paste set of tiles, 18th century (ceramic) by Syrian School, (18th century); each:23.5x23.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Design motif from Idees, published by A. Calavas, Paris, c. 1925 (pochoir print)
STC255112 Design motif from Idees, published by A. Calavas, Paris, c.1925 (pochoir print) by Darcy, Georges (fl.c.1925); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Tile with floral pattern (ceramic)
WDM204764 Tile with floral pattern (ceramic) by Morgan, William De (1839-1917); De Morgan Collection, courtesy of the De Morgan Foundation; eDe Morgan Foundation; English, out of copyright

The Columbus, or Pallisade Cup, 1492 (see also 355575 and 355578)
NCO208952 The Columbus, or Pallisade Cup, 1492 (see also 355575 and 355578) by English School, (15th century); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English, out of copyright

Ms 300 f. 5v Coronation of Solomon, from the Psalter and Hours of Isabella of France
FIT276974 Ms 300 f.5v Coronation of Solomon, from the Psalter and Hours of Isabella of France, Paris, c.1260 (gold leaf on tempera on parchment) by French School

Ms 289. 3 f. 67v The tree of Jesse issuing from an initial, from St Matthews Gospel
FIT276973 Ms 289.3 f.67v The tree of Jesse issuing from an initial, from St Matthews Gospel, Utrecht, c.1425 (gold leaf, gold ink & tempera on parchment)

Floral Design by J. Owen, 1863 (colour litho)
XCF286442 Floral Design by J. Owen, 1863 (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Ms 659 fol. 2r Charlemagne Names the First Count of Flanders, 1477 (vellum)
HLK282597 Ms 659 fol.2r Charlemagne Names the First Count of Flanders, 1477 (vellum) by Master of Mary of Burgundy, (fl.1469-83)

Indian Style, plate XVII from Polychrome Ornament engraved by Bauer
STC286201 Indian Style, plate XVII from Polychrome Ornament engraved by Bauer, published Paris, 1869 (colour litho) by Racinet

Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 The Stoning of St. Stephen, from the Hours of Louis d
XJL213685 Ms Lat. Q.v.I.126 The Stoning of St. Stephen, from the Hours of Louis d Orleans, 1469 (vellum) by Colombe, Jean (c.1430-c.93); total:225x155 cm; National Library, St

Table Top, Kangxi period (1662-1722) (lacquered wood & hemp cloth) (see also 272135)
HSC272134 Table Top, Kangxi period (1662-1722) (lacquered wood & hemp cloth) (see also 272135) by Chinese School, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912); 96.5x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A carved ruby red Vase, Qianlong period (1736-95) (coloured glass)
HSC272126 A carved ruby red Vase, Qianlong period (1736-95) (coloured glass) by Chinese School (18th century); height:16.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Carved bowl, Qianlong period (1736-95) (coloured glass) (see also 272125)
HSC272124 Carved bowl, Qianlong period (1736-95) (coloured glass) (see also 272125) by Chinese School (18th century); height:10.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eHeini Schneebeli; Chinese

Tapestry depicting birds and foliage as imagined in the New World (embroidery)
MFI162452 Tapestry depicting birds and foliage as imagined in the New World (embroidery) by French School, (16th century); Chateau de Chenonceau, France; eMark Fiennes Archive; French

Carolingian Pillar, c. 758 (photo)
XIR160141 Carolingian Pillar, c.758 (photo) by French School, (8th century); Abbaye Saint-Pierre, Flavigny-sur-Ozerain, Burgundy

Ms Fr 2810 f. 97, Odorico da Pordenone and James of Ireland take their leave of Pope John
BNP159906 Ms Fr 2810 f.97, Odorico da Pordenone and James of Ireland take their leave of Pope John XXII, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

Leaves (collage on paper)
XKH157626 Leaves (collage on paper) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

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"Foliate: A Journey through Time and Artistic Splendor" Step into the world of ancient Visigothic law with the intricate carvings of the Visigothic Code, also known as Liber Iudiciorum or Lex Visigothorum. These remarkable legal texts provide a glimpse into the governance and justice system of an era long past. Marvel at the Roman mosaic detail depicting Infant Dionysus Riding on a Tiger, transporting you back to the 2nd century in El Djem, Tunisia. The vibrant colors and exquisite craftsmanship capture the essence of classical artistry. Delight in the delicate beauty of Tudor roses, thistles, and shamrocks captured on paper with watercolor and pencil. This enchanting artwork showcases nature's bounty intertwined with historical symbolism. Immerse yourself in grandeur as you admire the western chimneypiece in Buxted Park's hall. This black-and-white photograph from The English Country House evokes a sense of elegance and refinement that once graced these stately homes. Stroll down a corridor at Eaton Hall, Cheshire, another captivating image from The English Country House. Let your imagination wander as you envision aristocrats gliding along these hallowed halls during bygone eras. Enter The Great Drawing Room at Cassiobury Park, Hertfordshire – a room steeped in opulence and grace. Giles Worsley's poignant black-and-white photograph captures both its splendor and its lost history. Discover relics from one of history's most tragic events - RMS Titanic - including a cigar case recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett and Maria Robinson's locket and brooch. These artifacts serve as poignant reminders of human stories forever etched into our collective memory. Feast your eyes upon The Dining Room at Shardeloes, Buckinghamshire – an elegant space immortalized in Eileen Harris' book about Robert Adam's country houses.