Garlands Collection (page 9)

Bacchanal with a Wine Vat, ca. 1470-90. Creator: Andrea Mantegna
Bacchanal with a Wine Vat, ca. 1470-90

Jesus, St. John the Baptist and four cherubs, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jesus, St. John the Baptist and four cherubs, 1625-77

Interior of the Cymreigyddion Hall, Abergavenny, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Cymreigyddion Hall, Abergavenny, 1845. Cultural event in Wales. The ceiling was entirely covered with pendant evergreens, through wich ever and anon hung chandeliers and lamps

The Garden of Venus who reclines in the centre before a herm of Pan and surrounded by cupids, ca. 1631-37

Plate 13: entrance of Love and Wealth to Gamaches wedding (Entré
Plate 13: entrance of Love and Wealth to Gamaches wedding (Entree de L amour et de la Richesse aux Noces de Gamache), 1745

The Three Graces, ca. 1630-74. Creator: Pieter de Jode II
The Three Graces, ca. 1630-74

Eleonora, Wife of Ferdinand II, from the series Ferdinandus II et III Imperatorum Domus Austriacae... ca. 1625

The garden of Venus, proof impression of upper left corner, ca. 1631-37

The Three Graces, ca. 1630-45. Creator: Pieter de Jode II
The Three Graces, ca. 1630-45

Diploma for the Freemasons of Bordeaux, after Francois Boucher, 1766

Annibale Carracci Introduces Painting to Apollo and Minerva, 1674. Creator: Pietro Aquila
Annibale Carracci Introduces Painting to Apollo and Minerva, 1674

Piece commemorative d un mariage, 1780. Creator: Pierre Philippe Choffard
Piece commemorative d un mariage, 1780

Christ and the woman taken in adultery, 1575 (republished 1613). Creator: Diana Mantuana
Christ and the woman taken in adultery, 1575 (republished 1613)

The Calumny of Apelles, 1602. Creator: Cornelis Cort
The Calumny of Apelles, 1602

A man and woman offering a platter of coins to a king seated on a throne, set within an elaborate frame, ca. 1540-80. Formerly attributed to Andrea Schiavone

Woman seated with arms outstretched, personification of Fame with trumpet at right, set within an elaborate frame, ca. 1540-80. Formerly attributed to Andrea Schiavone

Plate 27: Ulysses received by Alcinous king of Phoeacia and his Queen Areta after his ship... 1756
Plate 27: Ulysses received by Alcinous king of Phoeacia and his Queen Areta after his shipwreck, 1756

Plate 24: Ulysses's companions stealing the oxen sacred to Apollo, 1756

Plate 17: The exchange of the two princesses in Hendaye; allegorical scene with Anne of Austria and Elizabeth of Bourbon standing on a bridge holding hands from Recueil de la Galerie du Luxembourg

Vignette for the first chant of Roland Furieux, 18th century. Segue Rinaldo il suo destrier Baiardo Ed Angelica incontra che fuggia

Bust of a woman in profile facing left, set in an elaborate frame with figures in niches, ca. 1540-80. Formerly attributed to Andrea Schiavone

Four women walking alongside four cows;plate from Repraesentatio Der Fü
Four women walking alongside four cows; plate from Repraesentatio Der Furstlichen Auffzug und Ritterspil... Herrn Johann Friderichen Hertzogen zu Wurttenberg und Teckh

Atlantic Souvenir (title page), 1829. Creator: Asher Brown Durand
Atlantic Souvenir (title page), 1829

Ornament with a Small Empty Oval, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Ornament with a Small Empty Oval, 1540-45

Banquet of Scipio, 1543. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Banquet of Scipio, 1543

L Oeuvre D Antoine Watteau Pientre du Roy en son Academie Roï
L Oeuvre D Antoine Watteau Pientre du Roy en son Academie Roiale de Peinture et Sculpture Grave d apres ses Tableaux & Desseins originaux...par les Soins de M. de Jullienne, Volume III, ca. 1740

Fall. Creator: Charles-Joseph Natoire
Fall

Spring. Creator: Pierre Alexandre Aveline
Spring

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: The Three Graces, ca. 1500-1534. ca. 1500-1534
Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: The Three Graces, ca. 1500-1534

Title Plate, from Livre Nouveau de Fleurs Tres-Util, 1645. 1645. Creator: Nicolas Cochin
Title Plate, from Livre Nouveau de Fleurs Tres-Util, 1645

Twining Flowers and Lace Date: 1770

Decorated tram in Tokyo, Japan - Anglo-Japanese Alliance
A decorated tram in Tokyo - part of the celebrations following the signing of the Anglo-Japanese Alliance of 1902 and to welcome the arrival of the British Naval contingent to the city

Cherubs by Charles Robinson
A group of rather rowdy looking cherubs flit around carrying garlands of flowers. By Charles Robinson. Date: c.1920

Playing bucklers, maids dancing for garlands. Popular English game using small metal shield and weapon, similar to fencing. Date: 16th century

WASSAIL BOWL / CHRISTMAS
Gloucestershire Wassail bowl, ornamented with laurel, mistletoe & ribbons. The large bowl was made from the wood of apple trees. Date: 1846

MAY DAY GARLANDS
Village children process round the village carrying garlands - May Day is also known as Garland Day Date: 1890

ROMAN VICTORY BANQUET
A Roman victory is celebrated with a splendid banquet Date: ancient

DANTE / ANGELS / PARADISE
The angelic wreaths: About us thus, of sempiternal roses, bending wreathed those garlands twain;. (Canto XII, lines 16-19) Date: First published: 1307-21?

Queen Alexandra visiting Eton College
Queen Alexandra - wife of Edward VII - visits Eton College. Date: 9 March 1863

Classical Allegory with the arms of the Ochsenfelder, mid-16th century

Design for a Tapestry Seat of a Sofa, 1721. Creator: Charles-Antoine Coypel
Design for a Tapestry Seat of a Sofa, 1721

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Egypt, Alexandria, Carved stone detail on a sarcophagus at The Catacombs of Kom El Shuqafa

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USA, Hawaii, Oahu Island, Heart shaped lei on Waikiki beach

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USA, Hawaii, Oahu Island, Heart shaped lei on Waikiki beach

Sevenoaks TN11 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Sevenoaks TN11 9

Carlisle CA1 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Carlisle CA1 3

The Disillusioned Medea, ca. 1640. Creator: Paulus Bor
The Disillusioned Medea, ca. 1640

Telemachus and the Nymphs of Calypso, 1782. Creator: Angelica Kauffman
Telemachus and the Nymphs of Calypso, 1782

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"Garlands: A Tapestry of Beauty, Tradition, and Celebration" From the intricate Walter Crane's Garland to the captivating Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins by William John Wainwright, they have adorned our lives with artistic brilliance throughout history. As H. M. S. Victory proudly flew its famous signal on 21 October 1905, garlands symbolized victory and honor in a maritime world. In far-off Hawaii, graceful Hawaiian Hula Dancers gracefully swayed their hips while wearing vibrant garlands around their necks - a testament to their rich cultural heritage. Across continents, a Hindu street shrine came alive during Diwali festival as marigold mala (garlands) decorated it with vivid colors and fragrant blooms - an offering of devotion and celebration. Samoan Women skillfully crafted Kawa-Kawa while intertwining beautiful garlands - showcasing their craftsmanship and love for nature's bounty. Even ancient goddesses like Hera, Aphrodite, and Athena prepared themselves for the contest of beauty before Paris by adorning themselves with exquisite floral garlands - an embodiment of elegance and allure. Closer to home at Kirdford School Christmas Treats or in the heartwarming image of a girl surrounded by Christmas decorations; these festive wreaths brought joy to young hearts during magical holiday seasons. In Florence, Italy's Scoppio del Carro tradition ignited excitement as colorful garlanded processions paraded through streets celebrating new beginnings amidst bursts of fireworks – uniting communities in jubilation. Princess Beatrice radiated grace in 1860 as she donned regal garments embellished with delicate floral arrangements – her presence enhanced by majestic garland adornments fit for royalty. Lastly, war memorials outside the Royal Exchange stood solemnly draped in reverent remembrance; each flower-laden wreath honoring those who sacrificed everything for peace.