Decorative Border Collection

In the palace of Harun Al-rashid, illustration for 'The Arabian Nights', 1895 (engraving)
PER224701 In the palace of Harun Al-rashid, illustration for 'The Arabian Nights', 1895 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thousand and One Nights).

A Battle, illustration from The Arabian Nights, 1895 (colour engraving)
PER224785 A Battle, illustration from The Arabian Nights, 1895 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thousand and One Nights ; )

Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus, within a decorative border
6339045 Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus, within a decorative border by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus)

Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers
6339038 Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers, foliage and gilt by Desportes

Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria, Patriarch of Alexandria, with halo and robe, within decorative border of foliage
6339028 Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria, Patriarch of Alexandria, with halo and robe, within decorative border of foliage by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria)

Portrait of St. Genevieve
6339017 Portrait of St. Genevieve by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of St. Genevieve, patron saint of Paris, 422-521, with halo)

Mosaic depicting King David and Goliaths armour (ceramic tiles)
BLP398129 Mosaic depicting King David and Goliaths armour (ceramic tiles) by Israeli School; Meroth Synagogue, Galilee, Israel; (add.info)

Gold thread embroidered fabric (textile)
LIT389593 Gold thread embroidered fabric (textile) by Malaysian School; Photo © Luca Tettoni; Malaysian, out of copyright

Portrait of Saint Gregory, Pope Gregory I, with triregnum or triple crown, and Papal ferula, within a decorative border
6339042 Portrait of Saint Gregory, Pope Gregory I, with triregnum or triple crown, and Papal ferula, within a decorative border by Desportes

Portrait of Saint Agatha of Sicily, martyr and virgin, with Bible, palm frond and halo
6339030 Portrait of Saint Agatha of Sicily, martyr and virgin, with Bible, palm frond and halo, within decorative border of foliage by Desportes

Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt
6339040 Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas)

Portrait of Saint Martinian, hermit of Caesarea in Palestine, with halo, reading Bible leaning against a human skull
6339035 Portrait of Saint Martinian, hermit of Caesarea in Palestine, with halo, reading Bible leaning against a human skull, within decorative border of curtains and foliage by Desportes

Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr, with halo and palm frond within decorative border
6339025 Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr, with halo and palm frond within decorative border by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr)

Portrait of Saint Anthony, Antony the Great, with Bible and human skull in a decorative border of foliage and pearls
6339023 Portrait of Saint Anthony, Antony the Great, with Bible and human skull in a decorative border of foliage and pearls by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Anthony)

Portrait of Saint Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers, with mitre and crook, within decorative border of foliage
6339020 Portrait of Saint Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers, with mitre and crook, within decorative border of foliage by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Hilary)

Historiated initial D depicting King David on a throne speaking to a group of men (vellum)
MMT215668 Historiated initial D depicting King David on a throne speaking to a group of men (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

The four guards of the Arciconfraternita del SS. Salvatore kneeling before the face of Christ (vellum)
MMT215632 The four guards of the Arciconfraternita del SS. Salvatore kneeling before the face of Christ (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

Frontispiece with vignettes of scientists within borders
6040095 Frontispiece with vignettes of scientists within borders. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece with vignettes of astronomer, geographer)

A man holding a whip and a shield (vellum)
MMT215624 A man holding a whip and a shield (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; (add.info)

Historiated initial O depicting a griffin (vellum)
MMT215623 Historiated initial O depicting a griffin (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; (add.info.: artist from Picardy working in Naples; ); French

Initial A depicting Jesus Christ and a saint, early 14th (vellum)
MMT215690 Initial A depicting Jesus Christ and a saint, early 14th (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Le Christ et un saint)

Historiated initial A depicting Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of Christ (vellum)
MMT215629 Historiated initial A depicting Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of Christ (vellum) by Matteo da Milano (fl.1492-1523); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; (add.info.: La Madeleine au sepulcre)

The Crucifixion and the Last Supper (vellum)
MMT199222 The Crucifixion and the Last Supper (vellum) by Della Gatta, Bartolomeo (1448-1502/3) (attr. to); 38x26.5 cm; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

Fashion plate, cover illustration from La Nouvelle Mode, 1897 (colour litho)
REV326188 Fashion plate, cover illustration from La Nouvelle Mode, 1897 (colour litho) by Fournery, Felix (1865-1938) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Fashion plate, cover illustration from La Nouvelle Mode
REV326187 Fashion plate, cover illustration from La Nouvelle Mode, 12th December 1897 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Moses receives the tablets of the Law from God on Mount Sinai
REV326525 Moses receives the tablets of the Law from God on Mount Sinai, frontispiece illustration from L Ancien Testament, published by Jakob Ferdinand Schreiber

The coal miner, c. 1900 (colour litho)
REV326133 The coal miner, c.1900 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Assembly of Efrits and Djinn, illustration from The Arabian Nights
PER224795 The Assembly of Efrits and Djinn, illustration from The Arabian Nights, 1895 (colour engraving) by French School

Design for tapestry (w / c on paper)
STC255100 Design for tapestry (w/c on paper) by Morris, William (1834-96); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The flower girl, c. 1900 (colour litho)
REV326134 The flower girl, c.1900 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Adolescents Bathing, illustration from The Arabian Nights
PER224783 Adolescents Bathing, illustration from The Arabian Nights, 1895 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thousand and One Nights ; ); French

Illustration for The Arabian Nights, 1895 (colour engraving)
PER224725 Illustration for The Arabian Nights, 1895 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thousand and One Nights ; ); French, out of copyright

Cotton sample embroidered with white and yellow silk from Sylhet
HMP394669 Cotton sample embroidered with white and yellow silk from Sylhet, from The Collection of the Textile Manufacturers of India, by John Forbes Watson

Ms 369 fol. 21v The Holy Women at the Tomb, from the Winchester Pontifical
XIR182977 Ms 369 fol.21v The Holy Women at the Tomb, from the Winchester Pontifical, late 10th to early 11th century (vellum) by English School; Bibliotheque Municipale, Rouen

Historiated Initial D depicting a fish with a human head (vellum)
MMT215622 Historiated Initial D depicting a fish with a human head (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Poisson a tete humaine)

Historiated initial D depicting a man holding a vine (vellum)
MMT215626 Historiated initial D depicting a man holding a vine (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Homme tenant un pied de vigne)

Historiated initial O depicting a winged griffin (vellum)
MMT215620 Historiated initial O depicting a winged griffin (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

Titlepage to Senecas Tenne Tragedies translated in to English
XJF412222 Titlepage to Senecas Tenne Tragedies translated in to English, published in 1581 (woodcut) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St. Veran exorcising the possessed in the north aisle of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de
MMT233237 St. Veran exorcising the possessed in the north aisle of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris, verso, from the Heures d Etienne Chevalier, 1452-60 (vellum) by Fouquet

Under the Sky with Music and Flowers, illustration from The Arabian Nights
PER233302 Under the Sky with Music and Flowers, illustration from The Arabian Nights, 1895 (colour engraving) by French School

The Bed of Justice, illustration from The Arabian Nights
PER224782 The Bed of Justice, illustration from The Arabian Nights, 1895 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thousand and One Nights ; ); French

Historiated initial P depicting a winged griffin (vellum)
MMT215625 Historiated initial P depicting a winged griffin (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

St. John the Evangelist, form a book of Hours (vellum)
MMT215689 St. John the Evangelist, form a book of Hours (vellum) by Master of the Prayerbook (fl.1490-1500); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

Two winged grotesques (vellum)
MMT215621 Two winged grotesques (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; (add.info.: french artist from picardy working in Naples; ); French, out of copyright

The Crucifixion surrounded by six medallions depicting six episodes from the Passion of
MMT215660 The Crucifixion surrounded by six medallions depicting six episodes from the Passion of Christ (vellum) by Francesco d Antonio del Chierico (or Cherico) (1433-84); Musee Marmottan Monet

Virgin in Glory, c. 1480 (vellum)
MMT215656 Virgin in Glory, c.1480 (vellum) by Master of the della Rovere Missals (fl. c.1475-1505); Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The upholsterer, c. 1900 (colour litho)
REV326132 The upholsterer, c.1900 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Cover of The Inland Printer, July 1896 (litho)
XJF400650 Cover of The Inland Printer, July 1896 (litho) by Bird, E.B (1867-1943); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

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"Captivating Borders: A Tapestry of Artistic Marvels" Step into a world where battles unfold and tales come alive. In the enchanting illustration from The Arabian Nights, 1895, witness the clash of swords as warriors engage in a fierce battle. Adorned with an intricate decorative border, this artwork transports you to a realm of wonder. With my cloak draped around her, I shall protect her nudity – an alluring scene captured in another illustration from The Arabian Nights, 1895. Within its vibrant color engraving lies a story waiting to be unraveled, framed by an exquisite decorative border that adds depth to the narrative. Travel back in time to witness Eli Whitney's revolutionary invention - the Cotton Gin. This remarkable engraving from 1793 showcases Whitney's ingenuity amidst a backdrop of delicate decorative borders that reflect the elegance of his creation. Delve into religious artistry with portraits like Saint Joseph cradling baby Jesus within a captivating decorative border. The ornate frame enhances their divine presence and evokes reverence for their sacred bond. Saint Matthew stands adorned with halo and scroll within an opulent border featuring vases, flowers, foliage, and gilt details. This portrayal captures both his spiritual significance and artistic beauty through its meticulously crafted design. Cyril of Alexandria emerges majestically within yet another elaborate decorative border adorned with intricate foliage motifs. His portrait emanates wisdom and authority while being embraced by this stunning frame. Discover St. Genevieve immortalized through portraiture—a testament to her devotion and strength—her image encased within an elegant framework that complements her gracefulness perfectly. Marvel at King David depicted alongside Goliath's armor in a mesmerizing mosaic created using ceramic tiles—an extraordinary display showcasing craftsmanship at its finest against a backdrop enriched by strikingly detailed borders. Behold gold thread embroidered fabric—a textile masterpiece shimmering with opulence and intricacy.