Patterning Collection

Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) on a plant, sunbathing

Macrophotograph of Agrias claudina wing
Agrias claudina butterfly wing macrophotograph. The wing is covered in scales, which together make up the colourful patterns. These scales can be lost without impairing the butterfly in flight

Yellowtail butterflyfish (Chaetodon xanthurus) swimming over a coral reef. These fish inhabit shallow waters and feed on algae and small invertebrates

Sulphur butterfly (Phoebis sp. )
Sulphur butterfly (Phoebis sp.). This is the underside of the butterfly which is native to central and South America

Interference pattern of oil on water
Interference pattern of colours caused by light reflected off a thin film of oil floating on water. The effect seen here is a result of decomposing organic matter leaving behind oily residues in a

Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1909 (print)
947246 Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1909 (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Patterning, Germany, Kaiser Wilhelm II, Navy); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Border Designs, floral arrangements with colour swags, French, 19th Century
STC255849 Border Designs, floral arrangements with colour swags, French, 19th Century; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection.

Gisbert Combaz - Waves
Gisbert CombazaA1869-1941 Belgium. His graphic style was clearly Art Nouveau. Combaz was also a scholar of Far Eastern art, and this no doubt influenced the bold outlines, stylized patterning

Gisbert Combaz - Rough Sea
Gisbert CombazaA1869-1941 Belgium. His graphic style was clearly Art Nouveau. Combaz was also a scholar of Far Eastern art, and this no doubt influenced the bold outlines, stylized patterning

Greek No 1, Plate XV, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286215 Greek No 1, Plate XV, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Persian No 5, plate XLVII, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286219 Persian No 5, plate XLVII, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Arabian No 5, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68
STC286218 Arabian No 5, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Greek No 3, Plate XVII, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286216 Greek No 3, Plate XVII, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Design for door ornamentation, from Esquisses Decoratives par Rene Binet
STC255618 Design for door ornamentation, from Esquisses Decoratives par Rene Binet, by Gustave Geffroy (1855-1926) (colour litho) by Binet

Moresque No 4, Plate XLII, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286211 Moresque No 4, Plate XLII, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Egyptian No 5, Plate X, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286230 Egyptian No 5, Plate X, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-60) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Renaissance No 7, Plate LXXX, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286217 Renaissance No 7, Plate LXXX, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Greco-Romain Style, plate VIII from Polychrome Ornament engraved by F
STC286205 Greco-Romain Style, plate VIII from Polychrome Ornament engraved by F. Durin, published Paris, 1869 (colour litho) by Racinet

Persian No 3, Plate XLVI, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286223 Persian No 3, Plate XLVI, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Renaisance No 4, Plate LXXVII, from The Grammar of Ornament
STC286210 Renaisance No 4, Plate LXXVII, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Egyptian No 3, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68
STC286214 Egyptian No 3, from The Grammar of Ornament by Owen Jones (1809-68) (colour litho) by Jones, Owen (1809-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

EyeUbiquitous_20102722
China, Henan Province, Luoyang, Chrysanthemum stone, Longmen Grottoes and Caves

Perentie, Goanna (Varanus giganteus), Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia

Speckled Yellow moth (Pseudopanthera macularia)

Wood-block paving

Indian art work from marble

Autumn foliage on a street

Great Wall, Water Holes Canyon, Utah, USA

Spooky Canyon, Utah, USA

Common Blue (Polyommatus icarus), mating

European Peacock (Inachis io) on an Eupatorium flower

Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) on flowering Eupatorium

Swallowtail (Papilio machaon), sitting in a meadow

Swallowtail (Papilio machaon), underside, sitting in a meadow

Fractal object

Marbled White butterfly (Melanargia galathea)

Nickerls Fritillary (Melitaea aurelia)

Old world swallowtail (Papilio machaon)

Shadow patterns in the sand

Abstract graphic background

Old stone wall with irregular bricks

Sand dunes in front of the Idinen Mountains in the Libyan Desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Sand structur, sand dunes of the Libyan desert, Erg Murzuq, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Sand structure, sand dunes in the Libyan Desert, Sahara, Libya, North Africa

African Elephant molar left, with diamond patterning; and Indian Elephant molar right, with wavy ridge patterning

Three ladies in outfits by Jeanne Lanvin
Three fashionable young ladies wearing outfits by Jeanne Lanvin. On the left, a two-tone blue dress in lace and crepe de chine, with stitching in silver and red

Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album). This butterfly is found throughout Europe and Asia. The commas wings resemble a fallen leaf in order to avoid detection by predators

Agrias claudina butterfly. View of the top of the butterfly. This butterfly is native to Central and South America. For a view of the underside of this butterfly, see image Z355/1289

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Patterning: A Symphony of Nature's Artistry and Human Ingenuity" Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) gracefully perches on a vibrant plant, showcasing the intricate patterns that adorn its wings. Through a mesmerizing macrophotograph, we delve into the delicate wing of Agrias claudina, revealing an enchanting tapestry of colors and patterns. The Yellowtail butterflyfish glides through crystal-clear waters, its striking patterned scales shimmering in the sunlight like a living work of art. The Sulphur butterfly (Phoebis sp. ) dances among flowers, its wings adorned with captivating patterns that seem to mirror nature's own brushstrokes. An ethereal interference pattern emerges as oil delicately spreads across water's surface, creating a mesmerizing display reminiscent of abstract art. Gisbert Combaz captures the raw power and beauty of waves crashing against rocky shores in his masterpiece "Rough Sea, " where nature's chaotic patterning takes center stage. In "Waves" by Gisbert Combaz, gentle ripples form an elegant symphony as they cascade across serene waters—a testament to nature's harmonious patterning. From ancient Greek architecture to Persian opulence, "The Grammar of Ornament" unveils centuries-old designs that celebrate the rich cultural heritage found within intricate patterns. Owen Jones' "Arabian No 5" from "The Grammar of Ornament" transports us to exotic lands where ornate motifs intertwine seamlessly—each line telling a story through timeless patterning. Delving deeper into history's treasure trove of design inspiration, Rene Binet presents us with an exquisite door ornamentation concept—an embodiment of elegance and refined patterning. In this captivating journey through various realms—from fluttering butterflies to artistic masterpieces—we witness how patterning serves as a universal language, connecting nature's creations and human creativity.