Oriental Collection (page 3)

ERTE: SET DESIGN, 1925. Set design by Erte, 1925, for an oriental ballet scene in the film Paris, released the following year

Kintoki Swims up the Waterfall (woodblock print) (see also 100501)
BAL177075 Kintoki Swims up the Waterfall (woodblock print) (see also 100501) by Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1798-1861); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Japanese, out of copyright

Veiled Turkish beauty looking into an oval mirror
Veiled Turkish Oriental Eastern beauty admiring herself in an oval mirror (set into an elegantly carved frame) in this stylish Studio Photograph aimed squarely at the Tourist market! Date: circa 1908

Invention of the compass, Ancient China
Invention of the compass in Ancient China. These early compasses consisted of a magnetised needle floating in a bowl of water

Jain cosmological map, 19th century. Titled Manusyaloka ( map of the world of man ), this artwork shows the world according to the cosmological traditions of Jainism, an ancient religion of India

Holy Land Lebanon - peasant with hookah pipe
c.1890 - Holy Land Lebanon - peasant with hookah pipe

Study for Portrait of an Indian, c. 1807 (oil on canvas)
3613963 Study for Portrait of an Indian, c.1807 (oil on canvas) by Girodet de Roucy-Trioson, Anne Louis (1767-1824); 40.6x32.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The Door-God - Civil, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Door-God - Civil, 1922. Menshen are divine guardians of doors and gates in Chinese folk religions, used to protect against evil or encourage the entrance of positive energies at thresholds

Japanese Art, Bowl of Pottery of Kioto, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of Japanese Art, Bowl of Pottery of Kioto, 19th Century

Chinese statuette of Kuan-Yin as a Bodhisattva, 12th century
Late Sung dynasty Chinese statuette of Kuan-Yin, a goddess of mercy, as a Bodhisattva (Buddha-to-be) in wood with traces of gilt and painting

Aladdin pantomime design, unidentified production. Showing Aladdin in the cave with the lamp, and the genie materialising. Date: circa 1910

View of Kobe from the harbour, Japan
View of Kobe, including the Water Police Station, from the harbour, Japan. circa 1920

Avenue of cherry blossom, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Gold stupa and spires at the Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Myanmar

Picture No. 10982835
Cat - Oriental kitten Date:

The Bentinck steamer
The steamship Bentinck, moored in the Thames, off Blackwall. The ship was owned by the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company (P & O)

Arabic Countries, food, arabic biscuits, traditional

Terracotta figures, Lalji Temple, Kalna, West Bengal, India
Detail of terracotta figures on the Lalji Temple in Kalna, known as the Temple City, in West Bengal, India. The temple was built in the mid-18th century

Far East travel poster
Poster advertising travel to the Far East featuring a Chinese or Japanese pagoda and bridge against a red sky

Chinese pavilion by a pond in the Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California, United States of America, North America

Vietnam, Northern Vietnam, Sapa. Vietnamese woman wearing a classic vietamese hat, selling colourful local produce at a food market in Sapa

Durbar Square, Bhaktapur, Kathmandu valley, Nepal. Guardian lions on the steps of a temple. Foggy winter morning November 2005

Chinese temple in Miri, Sarawak, island of Borneo, Malaysia

Ryoanji temple moss garden, Ryoan-ji temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kyoto city, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Door with Chinese art and characters, Xingping, Guangxi Province, China, Asia

Buddhist monk looking over the Valley of the Puna Tsang River, Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa, Bhutan, Himalayas, Asia

Evening Dress 1913
Exotic gown witih Chinese style tassels, a narrow draped satin skirt with train worn with an embroidered lace, square necked bodice with decorative cut under-sleeves

Temple of Confucius, Hanoi, Vietnam
The Temple of Confucius in Hanoi, Vietnam

The Running Well Teahouse, Otsu, from the series The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (colour woodblock print)
1766548 The Running Well Teahouse, Otsu, from the series The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (colour woodblock print) by Hiroshige

Railway, Kanagawa, near Yokohama, Japan
19th century vintage photograph: railway track at Kanagawa, near Yokohama, Japan

Turkey Istanbul - Sultan on his way to Friday prayers
c.1890s Turkey Istanbul Constantinople photochrome - the sultan on his way to Friday prayers

1871 Japan - the railway station Yokohama - from The Far East magazine
1870s Japan - the railway station Yokohama - from The Far East magazine

India - the Amir of Kabul Afghanistan 1860s
19th century vintage photograph India - the Amir of Kabul Afghanistan Shepherd and Robertson, 1860s

India - a maharaja, child prince and his officials 1860s
19th century vintage photograph India - India - a maharaja and his officials, Shepherd and Robertson, 1860s

India - a maharaja and his officials
19th century vintage photograph - India - a maharaja and his officials

c. 1880s Japan - Honmoku temple
c.1880s Japan - Honmoku temple

Rickshaw on coast road, Negishi Yokohama - Mississippi Bay
Rickshaw on the coast road, Negishi Yokohama - Mississippi Bay. Vintage 19th century photograph

Woman being pulled in rickshaw, jinrikisha, Japan
Young woman being pulled in a rickshaw, jinrikisha, Japan. Vintage 19th century photograph

Back view of three geishas displaying obi sashes. Vintage 19th century photograph

Ida Rubinstein (c. 1885-1960) as Zobeide in Scheherazade, c. 1910 (b / w photo)
CHT216989 Ida Rubinstein (c.1885-1960) as Zobeide in Scheherazade, c.1910 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cartoon, Miss Harriett Vernon in The P)rince of Japs
Cartoon, Miss Harriett Vernon (1858-1923), English actress and singer, as Cammpi in The Japs, or The Doomed Daimio, a burlesque by Harry Paulton and Mostyn Teddea. 1885

Professor De Kolta on stage with two women, 1902 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381375 Professor De Kolta on stage with two women, 1902 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Still Life With Watermelon and Fruit
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A noble lady of Constantinople wearing Hammam shoes. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste, (School)
A noble lady of Constantinople wearing Hammam shoes. Private Collection

Odalisque. Artist: Ballesio, Francesco (1860-1923)
Odalisque. Private Collection

Street scene with trams and shops, Kobe, Japan. Date: circa 1910s

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"Exploring the Oriental Essence: From Angkor Wat to Chairman Mao" Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of the East as we embark on a journey through various facets culture. Witness the mesmerizing reflection of Angkor Wat Temple, an architectural masterpiece nestled amidst the serene lake in Siem Reap, Cambodia. This picturesque scene is reminiscent of a vibrant color woodcut print that brings to life the rich heritage and artistry of this ancient civilization. Step into the world of cinema and be enchanted by Anna May Wong's timeless elegance in "Piccadilly" (1929), where she effortlessly embodies the essence mystique. As we delve deeper into Chinese mythology, Tsai Shen Yeh - The Chinese God of wealth - graces us with his presence, symbolizing prosperity and fortune. Unveiling another facet, we encounter a powerful Chinese Communist Propaganda Poster featuring Chairman Mao, representing an era marked by ideological fervor and social transformation. Shifting our gaze towards modernity, behold Hong Kong's iconic skyline illuminating its bustling streets – a testament to China's economic prowess. Venturing further into nature's embrace, witness Mount Everest majestically towering over Rongbuk monastery in Himalayas' north side. Its awe-inspiring grandeur echoes throughout history as explorers have sought to conquer this formidable peak. As twilight descends upon Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, immerse yourself in its enchanting ambiance adorned with lamps and lanterns that illuminate every corner like stars guiding your path. Transporting you back in time is a glimpse into 1890s Hong Kong street scene captured forever within C016 / 4499 photograph – capturing moments frozen within time. Nature intertwines with artistry once again as we marvel at a bonsai dwarf pine from 1889 C013 / 8769 collection – showcasing meticulous craftsmanship that encapsulates Japan's delicate beauty.