Octagon Collection

Marrakech, Morocco
Ceiling decoration in the Palais Bahia, Marrakech, Morocco

Gentlemens pocket watches with lever movement 1929
Selection of gold gentlemens pocket watches, products for Harrods catalogue jewellery department. Date: 1929

A poem without words
Jorge Pimenta

A poem without words
Jorge Pimenta

A poem without words
Jorge Pimenta

A poem without words
Jorge Pimenta

Mirrored octagon ceiling, Sluka confectionery, Vienna, Austria

The ceiling of the nave and the lantern of the Octagon tower, Ely Cathedral, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England

Musical Angels of the Octagon Tower lantern, Ely Cathedral, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England

Ireland, Co. Mayo, Westport, Saint Patrick statue illuminated at night
Ireland, Co.Mayo, Westport, Saint Patrick statue illuminated at night

Police lines are seen blocking off part of Republic of Texas Boulevard following an explosion in Austin, Texas, U.S. March 19, 2018. REUTERS/Sergio Flores

A weapon collector holds a 44 caliber gun in his house in Bordeaux, France, March 19, 2018. REUTERS/Regis Duvignau

Music cover, Lady Edith's Bridal, or the Nightingale's Song Waltz, by Henri F Hemi, with a view of the Octagon Towers, Alnwick Castle, Northumberland Date: 19th century

Octagonal Library Table, London, c. 1840; designed 1832

Octagonal Cup with Handle, Venice, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Octagonal Cup with Handle, Venice, 19th century

Study for the decoration of a ceiling (pen & brown ink with grey brown wash on white
615290 Study for the decoration of a ceiling (pen & brown ink with grey brown wash on white paper) by Orsi da Novellara, Lelio (1511-87); 21.3x21.3 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Fifty Dollar Coin, 1851 (gold)
1153899 Fifty Dollar Coin, 1851 (gold) by American School, (19th century); 4.2x4.2 cm; National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution, USA; (add.info.: Minted by the U.S)

Ely Cathedral, the octagon (colour litho)
966464 Ely Cathedral, the octagon (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ely Cathedral, the octagon)

Maquette for an octagonal plaque (gilded plaster)
833459 Maquette for an octagonal plaque (gilded plaster) by Gilbert, Alfred (1854-1934); 8x7x1 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English

Domed ceiling of St Johns Baptistry, Florence (mosaic)
423896 Domed ceiling of St Johns Baptistry, Florence (mosaic) by Florentine School; (add.info.: Work on the mosaics probably spanned from the 13th to 14th centuries)

The Pilgrim Fathers embarking at Plymouth by A. R. Thomson, one of a number of murals exhibited in the Octagon Hall at Burlington House during the Royal Academy exhibition of 1938. Date: 1938

BT1. 70. 2 Volvelleor with the zodiac, illustration from Astronimicum Caesareum
NCO90862 BT1.70.2 Volvelleor with the zodiac, illustration from Astronimicum Caesareum by Peter Apian (Bennewitz) (1495-1552) pub

The Adoration of the Magi, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble)
LEE241020 The Adoration of the Magi, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble) by Orcagna, Andrea di Cione (c.1308-68); Orsanmichele Church and Museum, Florence, Tuscany

Octagonal floor mosaic (mosaic)
LEE241046 Octagonal floor mosaic (mosaic) by Roman; Domus Aurea (The Golden House) Rome, Lazio, Italy; eDavid Lees Photography Archive; out of copyright

Two Girls and a Butterfly. early 19th century

Medal featuring John Leighton, 1926 (bronze relief in wooden frame)
5845907 Medal featuring John Leighton, 1926 (bronze relief in wooden frame) by Leighton, John (1822-1912); The Art Workers Guild Trustees Limited, London, UK; (add.info.: John Leighton)

A Glass Vase of Flowers on a Stone Ledge Containing Tulips, Chrysanthemums
BAL39571 A Glass Vase of Flowers on a Stone Ledge Containing Tulips, Chrysanthemums, Roses and Bluebells by Brueghel, Abraham (1631-90); Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; Flemish

The Adoration of the Magi, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble)
LEE241021 The Adoration of the Magi, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble) by Orcagna, Andrea di Cione (c.1308-68); Orsanmichele Church and Museum, Florence, Tuscany

Octagon of Galleria Umberto I, Naples, Italy
Octagon of Galleria Umberto I, a public shopping gallery in Naples, Italy. Date: circa 1900

Flowers and holly on a Christmas and New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Double octagon shellwork sailors valentine, mid 19th century (shells & mahogany)
1274777 Double octagon shellwork sailors valentine, mid 19th century (shells & mahogany) by West Indian School, (19th century); each panel 23x23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Design for an octagonal mosaic floor, 1779 (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
746825 Design for an octagonal mosaic floor, 1779 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Italian School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

The Annunciation, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble)
LEE241019 The Annunciation, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble) by Orcagna, Andrea di Cione (c.1308-68); Orsanmichele Church and Museum, Florence, Tuscany

The Marriage of the Virgin, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble)
LEE241018 The Marriage of the Virgin, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble) by Orcagna, Andrea di Cione (c.1308-68); Orsanmichele Church and Museum, Florence, Tuscany

A Volvelle, possibly showing the cycles of the Moon, after an illustration from
XJF294097 A Volvelle, possibly showing the cycles of the Moon, after an illustration from Astronomicon Caesareum by Petrus Apianus, 1540 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by German School

Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple, detail from the base of the Tabernacle
LEE241022 Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple, detail from the base of the Tabernacle, 1349-59 (marble) by Orcagna, Andrea di Cione (c.1308-68); Orsanmichele Church and Museum, Florence

Place Vendome, Paris, c. 1900 (photochrom)
5042974 Place Vendome, Paris, c.1900 (photochrom) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Built by Mansart on the orders of Louis XIV)

Medal featuring John T. Micklethwaite, c. 1893 (bronze relief in wooden frame)
5845917 Medal featuring John T. Micklethwaite, c.1893 (bronze relief in wooden frame) by Mullins, Edwin Roscoe (1848-1907); The Art Workers Guild Trustees Limited, London

Madonna Carried by Angels (ceiling fresco)
FTB60619 Madonna Carried by Angels (ceiling fresco) by Palma Il Giovane (Jacopo Negretti) (1548-1628); Oratorio dei Crociferi, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Two Mothers (oil on canvas)
3525986 Two Mothers (oil on canvas) by Stott, William Edward (1859-1918); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Carved box, 18th century (cinnabar lacquer)
BAL58462 Carved box, 18th century (cinnabar lacquer) by Chinese School (18th century); Private Collection; Chinese, out of copyright

Rest Room beside the Baths at Shemakha, 1847 (litho)
478376 Rest Room beside the Baths at Shemakha, 1847 (litho) by Gagarin, Grigori Grigorevich (1810-93); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Le Caucase pittoresque, dessined apres nature)

The Garden Pavilion of Buckingham Palace (engraving)
1101937 The Garden Pavilion of Buckingham Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Garden Pavilion of Buckingham Palace)

Examples of ceiling decorations, from Arab Art as Seen Through the Monuments of
STC173812 Examples of ceiling decorations, from Arab Art as Seen Through the Monuments of Cairo from the 7th Century to the end of the 18th Century, engraved by Daumont

The Octagon, Alton Towers (engraving)
1609003 The Octagon, Alton Towers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Octagon, Alton Towers)

Twickenham Church and Octagon (oil on canvas)
3089756 Twickenham Church and Octagon (oil on canvas) by English School, (18th century); 22.5x30 cm; Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham, UK; eOrleans House Gallery; English, out of copyright

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Discover the captivating allure of the octagon, a shape that transcends time and borders. From Marrakech, Morocco to Ely Cathedral in Cambridgeshire, England, its presence is felt in remarkable places around the world. In 1929, gentlemen's pocket watches with lever movement showcased the elegance and precision of this geometric wonder. Meanwhile, within the majestic walls of Ely Cathedral, both its nave ceiling and Octagon tower lantern mesmerize visitors with their intricate beauty. Musical angels grace the Octagon Tower lantern at Ely Cathedral, filling the air with celestial melodies that transport listeners to heavenly realms. Across oceans in Westport, Co. Mayo (Ireland), Saint Patrick statue illuminates at night casting an enchanting glow on its surroundings. Lady Edith's Bridal music cover captures hearts with its harmonious notes echoing through time. In Vienna's Sluka confectionery shop, a mirrored octagon ceiling reflects delectable delights for all to savor. Beyond architecture and artistry lies nature's creation - the magnificent octopus. With its graceful movements and mysterious allure beneath ocean depths, it embodies both strength and intrigue. Yet not all instances are serene; police lines block off Republic of Texas Boulevard following an incident reminding us of life's complexities. And amidst Bordeaux's gun collector’s treasures rests a formidable 44 caliber weapon housed within his octagonal abode. Finally, we delve into history as we encounter an exquisite London-made Octagonal Library Table from 1840 – a testament to timeless design crafted almost two centuries ago but still cherished today. The octagon truly captivates our imagination across continents and eras - whether adorning architectural wonders or inspiring artistic creations. Its symmetrical charm continues to enthrall us as we explore its many facets throughout history.