Polychrome Collection

Egyptian art. Nefertiti bust. Limestone and stucco. Neues Mu
Egyptian art. Nefertiti. 14th century B.C. Egyptian Princess, wife of Amenhotep IV Akhenaton. Bust. Limestone and stucco. It is believed to have been crafted in 1345 BC by the sculptor Thutmose

Aztec calendar
A polychrome facsimile of the Piedra del Sol (Sun Stone) or Aztec calendar also know as a Tonalpohualli. Date: 1479

A Peacock by Mori Tessan (Tetsuzan) (1775-1841). Date: circa 1810s

Roman mosaic of the Muses. 3rd-4th century AD. Torre de Palm
Roman mosaic of the Muses. From left to right: Calliope, Euterpe, Erato, Thalia, Melpomene, Clio, Polyhymnia, Urania, Terpsichore. 3rd-4th century AD. From Torre de Palma

Temple of Ramses III. The pharaoh Ramses III, who wears the Khepresh, making offerings to the gods. Relief. New Kingdom. (1550-1069 b.C). Twentieth dynasty. Thebes. Medinet-Habou. Egypt

Saint Barbara, c. 1470, by Master of the Statues of Koudewat
Master of the Statues of Koudewater (active c. 1460-1480). Statue of Saint Barbara, c. 1470. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Huaca del Sol y de la Luna, precolombian (Moche) structure, polychrome friezes, Peru, South America

Wallpaper Panel, France, Early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Wallpaper Panel, France, Early 19th century

Buddhist deity Guanyin, Shanxin, China, 1100-1200 (Painted and gilded wood)
XOS2909680 Buddhist deity Guanyin, Shanxin, China, 1100-1200 (Painted and gilded wood) by Anonymous; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; out of copyright

St. Nicholas of Mozhaisk, Yaroslavl School (painted wood)
BAL168219 St. Nicholas of Mozhaisk, Yaroslavl School (painted wood) by Russian School, (17th century); Historical and Art Museum, Pereslavl-Zalesskij, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Tin-glazed earthenware pill slab
3520448 Tin-glazed earthenware pill slab; (add.info.: Tin-glazed earthenware pill slab. By Arnold Taylor Bequest. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Chest-sanctuary. End of 13th century. Polychrome wood. Episcopal Museum of Vic (province of Barcelona, Catalonia)
3499735 Chest-sanctuary. End of 13th century. Polychrome wood. Episcopal Museum of Vic (province of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain).; (add.info.: Romanesque period. Chest-sanctuary. End of 13th century)

Tin-glazed earthenware dish
3520450 Tin-glazed earthenware dish; (add.info.: Tin-glazed earthenware dish. By Arnold Taylor Bequest. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Osiris
3499732 Osiris; (add.info.: Osiris. Polychrome sculpture. Egyptian art.); PHAS/UIG.

Gothic Art
3499710 Gothic Art; (add.info.: Gothic Art. 15th century. Pere Johan (1396-1458), 'The Nativity', Virgin Mary with the Child Jesus

Ceramic cylindrical polychrome vessel
5305163 Ceramic cylindrical polychrome vessel.; (add.info.: Ceramic cylindrical polychrome vessel from Honduras. Dated 8th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Ceramic cylindrical polychrome vessel
5305164 Ceramic cylindrical polychrome vessel.; (add.info.: Ceramic cylindrical polychrome vessel from Honduras. Dated 8th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Tin-glazed earthenware dish
3520449 Tin-glazed earthenware dish; (add.info.: Tin-glazed earthenware dish. By Arnold Taylor Bequest. Dated Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Tin-glazed earthenware dish
3520451 Tin-glazed earthenware dish; (add.info.: Tin-glazed earthenware dish. By Arnold Taylor Bequest. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A gilt and polychrome painted wood model of the third coffin of King Tutankhamen, c.1930 (painted wood)
1764798 A gilt and polychrome painted wood model of the third coffin of King Tutankhamen, c.1930 (painted wood); 189 high cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Virgin and Child (plaster)
PWI94660 Virgin and Child (plaster); Musee du Petit Palais, Avignon, France; © Peter Willi.

Virgin and Child, Spanish, 13th century (painted stone)
IND113634 Virgin and Child, Spanish, 13th century (painted stone); Catedral de Palencia, Castilla y Leon, Spain; (add.info.: cathedral dedicated to San Antolin;); Index Fototeca.

Female Saint (Saint Mary Magdalene), c.1510. Creator: Unknown
Female Saint (Saint Mary Magdalene), c.1510

Enthroned Virgin and Child, between c.1340 and c.1360. Creator: Unknown
Enthroned Virgin and Child, between c.1340 and c.1360

Stela of Ptah, Ramesside Period (about 1307-1070 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Stela of Ptah, Ramesside Period (about 1307-1070 BCE)

Small Parian Head, Late 3rd century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Small Parian Head, Late 3rd century BCE

Male Figure, 5th-6th Dynasty (c.2465-2150 B.C.. Creator: Unknown)
Male Figure, 5th-6th Dynasty (c.2465-2150 B.C

Magdalen, c.1770. Creators: Gaetano Gandolfi, Circle of Gaetano Gandolfi
Magdalen, c.1770

Male Saint (Cosmas or Damian [?]), between c.1480 and c.1500. Creator: Circle of Erasmus Grasser
Male Saint (Cosmas or Damian [?]), between c.1480 and c.1500

Ba Bird (image 1 of 2), 2061-333 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Ba Bird (image 1 of 2), 2061-333 BCE

Funerary Sculpture of a Bactrian Camel, between c.700 and c.800. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Bactrian Camel, between c.700 and c.800

Funerary Sculpture of a Horse, between c.700 and c.800. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Horse, between c.700 and c.800

Funerary Sculpture of a Horse, between c.700 and c.800. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Horse, between c.700 and c.800

Funerary Sculpture of a Pair of Officials, between c.700 and c.800. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Sculpture of a Pair of Officials, between c.700 and c.800

Vase polychrome painted with watercolour on light brown stock, c.1920-c.1922. Creator: Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Vase polychrome painted with watercolour on light brown stock, c.1920-c.1922. Earthenware, unglazed. The lower half of the body is ribbed

Vase, cylindrical, polychrome painted with watercolour, c.1920-c.1922. Creator: Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Vase, cylindrical, polychrome painted with watercolour, c.1920-c.1922. Earthenware, unglazed

Vase with vaulted belly, polychrome painted with watercolour, c.1920-c.1922. Creator: Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Vase with vaulted belly, polychrome painted with watercolour, c.1920-c.1922. Vase of earthenware with curved shape, unglazed

Cup without handle, polychrome painted with watercolour, c.1920-c.1922. Creator: Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Cup without handle, polychrome painted with watercolour, c.1920-c.1922. Earthenware, unglazed

Detail of a male anatomical ecorche model, displaying muscles, arteries and veins
CH469822 Detail of a male anatomical ecorche model, displaying muscles, arteries and veins, the circulation and nervous system (wax) (see also 469823 to 469827) by Zeiller

Three Carp in a pool by Maruyama Okyo (1733-1795). Date: circa 1770s

Cauliflower Tureen, Chelsea, c. 1755

Seal, Chelsea, 1750/70

Cave paintings found in the Cave of Altamira (mural)
3507349 Cave paintings found in the Cave of Altamira (mural) by Prehistoric; (add.info.: Cave painting found in the Cave of Altamira, located in Cantabria, Spain)

Cave paintings found in the Cave of Altamira (mural)
3507348 Cave paintings found in the Cave of Altamira (mural) by Prehistoric; (add.info.: Cave painting found in the Cave of Altamira, located in Cantabria, Spain)

The Reader (ivory and bronze sculpture)
LMG108876 The Reader (ivory and bronze sculpture) by Carrier-Belleuse, Albert-Ernest (1824-1887); height: 60 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Fund); eLeeds Museums and Galleries; French

A Cherry Blossom Branch by Ogata Kenzan (1663-1747) Date: circa 1810s

The Eight Views of Omi by Utagawa Hiroshige
The Autumnal Moon seen from Ishiyama from The Eight Views of Omi - woodblock print by Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1958), a Japanese ukiyo-e artist, considered the last great master of that tradition

Five Puppies under a tree by Maruyama Okyo (1733-1795). Date: circa 1770s

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Exploring the Vibrant World of Polychrome Art: From Ancient Egypt to Modern Masterpieces" Step into a world where colors come alive and stories unfold with every brushstroke. Polychrome art has captivated civilizations throughout history, leaving behind breathtaking masterpieces that continue to inspire us today. In ancient Egypt, the Nefertiti bust stands as a testament to the skillful use techniques. Crafted from limestone and stucco, this iconic piece showcases the beauty and grace of Queen Nefertiti in vivid detail. Similarly, at the Neues Museum, one can marvel at the Aztec calendar's intricate design adorned with vibrant hues that bring life to its celestial symbolism. Moving forward in time, we encounter Roman mosaics depicting the Muses. Dating back to the 3rd-4th century AD and found within Torre de Palma, these captivating artworks showcase an array of colors meticulously arranged to create stunning visual narratives. The Temple of Ramses III transports us back to ancient Egypt once again. Here, pharaoh Ramses III is immortalized wearing resplendent polychrome attire—a symbol of his power and divinity—amidst grand architectural splendor. Fast-forwarding centuries later brings us closer to home with an early 19th-century French wallpaper panel. Created by an unknown artist, it boasts delicate floral patterns bursting forth in a symphony of color—an exquisite example of how polychrome art permeated even everyday objects during this period. Venturing further eastward reveals Mori Tessan's masterpiece—a mesmerizing depiction of a peacock rendered through vibrant pigments on silk fabric. This Japanese artwork exemplifies how polychrome transcends borders and cultures in its quest for artistic expression. Heading towards Europe unveils Saint Barbara by Master of Statues Koudewat—a striking portrayal showcasing richly painted woodwork that breathes life into religious iconography.