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Geometric Collection (#5)

"Exploring the Geometric Wonders: From Ancient Maps to Modern Art" Step back in time to 1768 with James Craig's Map of New Town, Edinburgh, Scotland

Background imageGeometric Collection: Design for a hardwood parquet floor from Magazine des Luxus published Paris and Leipzig c.1820

Design for a hardwood parquet floor from Magazine des Luxus published Paris and Leipzig c.1820. coloured print
STC255717 Design for a hardwood parquet floor from Magazine des Luxus published Paris and Leipzig c.1820. coloured print; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGeometric Collection: Design by Lazar Lissitzky for the cover of the catalogue for the First Exhibition of Russian Art

Design by Lazar Lissitzky for the cover of the catalogue for the First Exhibition of Russian Art, Berlin, 1922
543585 Design by Lazar Lissitzky for the cover of the catalogue for the First Exhibition of Russian Art, Berlin, 1922. Watercolour on paper

Background imageGeometric Collection: Perugia: Geometry (engraving)

Perugia: Geometry (engraving)
8649247 Perugia: Geometry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geometry. Illustration for The Story of Perugia by Margaret Symonds and Lina Duff Gordon)

Background imageGeometric Collection: Fold-out cover of a one-woman exhibition invitation card

Fold-out cover of a one-woman exhibition invitation card
The gatefold fold-out cover of the invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition Feminine Eye View at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn, London in December 1955

Background imageGeometric Collection: One-woman exhibition invitation card photography

One-woman exhibition invitation card photography
The original photograph for the gatefold fold-out cover of the invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition Feminine Eye View at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn

Background imageGeometric Collection: Middle course: reproduce cube in projection and perspective, sentences of one and two lines

Middle course: reproduce cube in projection and perspective, sentences of one and two lines, c.1880-90 (print)
8713432 Middle course: reproduce cube in projection and perspective, sentences of one and two lines, c.1880-90 (print); 22 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGeometric Collection: Middle course: spiral, Let's love our country, capital letters, c.1880-90 (print)

Middle course: spiral, Let's love our country, capital letters, c.1880-90 (print)
8713429 Middle course: spiral, Let's love our country, capital letters, c.1880-90 (print); 22 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Practical method of writing-reading by A)

Background imageGeometric Collection: Untitled (pencil and w/c on paper)

Untitled (pencil and w/c on paper)
PWI261901 Untitled (pencil and w/c on paper) by Tatlin, Vladimir Evgrafovich (1885-1953); Private Collection; © Peter Willi

Background imageGeometric Collection: Radiolaria, types of protozoa (colour litho)

Radiolaria, types of protozoa (colour litho)
8663507 Radiolaria, types of protozoa (colour litho) by Haeckel, Ernst (1824-1919) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radiolaria, types of protozoa)

Background imageGeometric Collection: Interior view of ceiling (photo)

Interior view of ceiling (photo)
BEN85572 Interior view of ceiling (photo); Masjid-i-Jameh, Isfahan, Iran; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Background imageGeometric Collection: Title page from The First Six Books of the elements of Euclid by Oliver Byrne published in 1847

Title page from The First Six Books of the elements of Euclid by Oliver Byrne published in 1847
5668983 Title page from The First Six Books of the elements of Euclid by Oliver Byrne published in 1847; (add.info.: Photograph of title page from original 1847 first edition)

Background imageGeometric Collection: Pythagoras (c. 570-around 480 BC), Greek mathematician and philosopher

Pythagoras (c. 570-around 480 BC), Greek mathematician and philosopher. Detail of a page of a manuscript representing
BEN5464408 Pythagoras (c. 570-around 480 BC), Greek mathematician and philosopher. Detail of a page of a manuscript representing the allegories of arithmetic and geometry

Background imageGeometric Collection: Corner-Counter Relief, 1913-14

Corner-Counter Relief, 1913-14
2656925 Corner-Counter Relief, 1913-14 by Tatlin, Vladimir Evgrafovich (1885-1953); Russian State Archive of Literature and Art, Moscow

Background imageGeometric Collection: The International Exhibition: clay manufactures of the Shropshire coalfields, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: clay manufactures of the Shropshire coalfields, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: architectural clay manufactures of the Shropshire coalfields, 1862. The encaustic pavement in the centre is...in colour red, black, and cream-yellow

Background imageGeometric Collection: Woman with Animals, 1914. Creator: Albert Gleizes

Woman with Animals, 1914. Creator: Albert Gleizes
Woman with Animals, 1914. The seated woman is the wife of Raymond Duchamp-Villon, sculptor who took part in the discussions of the Cubist group at Puteaux

Background imageGeometric Collection: Udnie, 1913. Creator: Francis Picabia

Udnie, 1913. Creator: Francis Picabia
Udnie, 1913. From 1913 to 1915 Picabia traveled to New York City and took an active part in the avant-garde movements, introducing modern art to America

Background imageGeometric Collection: May without the City, 1917. Creator: Alexander Osmiorkin

May without the City, 1917. Creator: Alexander Osmiorkin
May without the City, 1917

Background imageGeometric Collection: Ouroboros, delta, and the divine eye with the sun, from The Kneph

Ouroboros, delta, and the divine eye with the sun, from The Kneph
3512891 Ouroboros, delta, and the divine eye with the sun, from The Kneph, 1881-1900 (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: the serpent Ouroboros)

Background imageGeometric Collection: Black and white television test card

Black and white television test card. 1950s

Background imageGeometric Collection: The Aztec Calendar Stone, or Stone of the Sun, National Museum, Mexico City, c1930s

The Aztec Calendar Stone, or Stone of the Sun, National Museum, Mexico City, c1930s. A name glyph of Aztec ruler Moctezuma II suggests the basalt Aztec sun stone was carved c1502- 1521

Background imageGeometric Collection: Blue morning flower (Ipomoea indica) flowers and carpet of leaves. Cyprus. April

Blue morning flower (Ipomoea indica) flowers and carpet of leaves. Cyprus. April

Background imageGeometric Collection: White asphodel (Asphodelus albus) flowerhead. Cyprus. April

White asphodel (Asphodelus albus) flowerhead. Cyprus. April

Background imageGeometric Collection: Reservist of the First Division, 1914. Artist: Kazimir Malevich

Reservist of the First Division, 1914. Artist: Kazimir Malevich
Reservist of the First Division, 1914. Kazimir Severinovich Malevich. Museum of Modern Art, New York, USA

Background imageGeometric Collection: Red Balloon, 1922. Artist: Paul Klee

Red Balloon, 1922. Artist: Paul Klee
Red Balloon, 1922. From the Guggenheim Museum, New York

Background imageGeometric Collection: RF - Maidens veil / Bridal veil fungus (Phallus indusiatus) with indusium fully formed

RF - Maidens veil / Bridal veil fungus (Phallus indusiatus) with indusium fully formed, on rainforest floor. Heath River, Tambopata / Bahuaja-Sonene Reserves, Amazonia, Peru / Bolivia border

Background imageGeometric Collection: Starfish Beach, with many starfish in the shallow sea (Asteroidea) Colon Island

Starfish Beach, with many starfish in the shallow sea (Asteroidea) Colon Island, Bocas del Toro Archipelago, Bocas del Toro Province, Panama

Background imageGeometric Collection: RF- School of Blackfin barracuda (Sphyraena qenie) forming circle in open water at Shark Reef

RF- School of Blackfin barracuda (Sphyraena qenie) forming circle in open water at Shark Reef, Ras Mohammed Marine Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Background imageGeometric Collection: Portuguese Man-of-War (Physalia physalis) close up of tentacles, Sargasso Sea, Bermuda

Portuguese Man-of-War (Physalia physalis) close up of tentacles, Sargasso Sea, Bermuda

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1899 Bacon Pocket Plan Or Map Of London Topography

1899 Bacon Pocket Plan Or Map Of London Topography
1899, Bacon Pocket Plan or Map of London

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1899 View Map Of Boston Harbor From Boston To Cape Cod And Provincetown

1899 View Map Of Boston Harbor From Boston To Cape Cod And Provincetown
1899, View Map of Boston Harbor from Boston to Cape Cod and Provincetown

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1898 Brockhaus Map Of The Moon Topography Cartography

1898 Brockhaus Map Of The Moon Topography Cartography
1898, Brockhaus Map of the Moon

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1895 U.S. Coast Survey Map Of The Chesapeake Bay Around Annapolis

1895 U.S. Coast Survey Map Of The Chesapeake Bay Around Annapolis
1895, U.S. Coast Survey Map of the Chesapeake Bay around Annapolis

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1895 Meiji 28 Japanese Map Of Imperial Japan With Taiwan

1895 Meiji 28 Japanese Map Of Imperial Japan With Taiwan
1895, Meiji 28 Japanese Map of Imperial Japan with Taiwan

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1898 Walker Trolley Map And View Of New England Centered On Boston

1898 Walker Trolley Map And View Of New England Centered On Boston
1898, Walker Trolley Map and View of New England centered on Boston

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1893 U.S. Coast Survey Nautical Chart Or Map Of The Chesapeake Bay And Delaware Bay

1893 U.S. Coast Survey Nautical Chart Or Map Of The Chesapeake Bay And Delaware Bay
1893, U.S. Coast Survey Nautical Chart or Map of the Chesapeake Bay and Delaware Bay

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1897 Walker View Of Boston Harbor Topography

1897 Walker View Of Boston Harbor Topography
1897, Walker View of Boston Harbor

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1892 Scientific American Map And View Of New York City

1892 Scientific American Map And View Of New York City
1892, Scientific American Map and View of New York City

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1894 Colton Map Of Maine Topography Cartography

1894 Colton Map Of Maine Topography Cartography
1894, Colton Map of Maine

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1892 Colton Pocket Map Of Vermont And New Hampshire

1892 Colton Pocket Map Of Vermont And New Hampshire
1892, Colton Pocket Map of Vermont and New Hampshire

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1890 Hachette Map Of Antarctica Topography Cartography

1890 Hachette Map Of Antarctica Topography Cartography
1890, Hachette Map of Antarctica

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1890 View Map Of Boston Habor From Boston To Cape Cod And Provincetown

1890 View Map Of Boston Habor From Boston To Cape Cod And Provincetown
1890, View Map of Boston Habor from Boston to Cape Cod and Provincetown

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1886 Telescopic View And Map Of The Moon Topography

1886 Telescopic View And Map Of The Moon Topography
1886, Telescopic View and Map of the Moon

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1888 Topographic Survey Map Of The United States

1888 Topographic Survey Map Of The United States
1888, Topographic Survey Map of the United States

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1886 Depot De La Guerre Pocket Map Of Paris And Environs

1886 Depot De La Guerre Pocket Map Of Paris And Environs
1886, Depot de la Guerre Pocket Map of Paris and Environs

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1883 U.S.G.S. Map Of The Island Of Hawaii Topography

1883 U.S.G.S. Map Of The Island Of Hawaii Topography
1883, U.S.G.S. Map of the Island of Hawaii

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1884 Drew Pocket Map Of Florida Topography Cartography

1884 Drew Pocket Map Of Florida Topography Cartography
1884, Drew Pocket Map of Florida

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1881 Thomas Sedgwick Steele Map Of Maine Topography

1881 Thomas Sedgwick Steele Map Of Maine Topography
1881, Thomas Sedgwick Steele Map of Maine

Background imageGeometric Collection: 1883 U.S.G.S. Map Of The Hawaiian Islands Topography

1883 U.S.G.S. Map Of The Hawaiian Islands Topography
1883, U.S.G.S. Map of the Hawaiian Islands



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"Exploring the Geometric Wonders: From Ancient Maps to Modern Art" Step back in time to 1768 with James Craig's Map of New Town, Edinburgh, Scotland. This intricate creation showcases the geometric layout of this historic city, offering a glimpse into its urban planning genius. Travel further through history to 1794 and marvel at the Delisle Map of Southern Ancient Greece. With its detailed topography and depiction of Greek Isles and Crete, this map unveils the geometric beauty of these ancient lands. Fast forward to modern times and discover Choi Hung Estate in Hong Kong. As one of the oldest public housing estates, it boasts an impressive display architecture that harmoniously blends tradition with contemporary design. Venture beyond Earth's boundaries with an 1886 Telescopic View and Map of the Moon. Through cartography and geography, this mesmerizing piece reveals the intricate topography that dots our celestial neighbor. Dive into abstract art with Kazimir Malevich's iconic Black Square (oil on canvas). Its simplicity may deceive you as it challenges traditional notions by embracing geometry as a form of expression. Immerse yourself in Islamic culture at Alhambra in Spain where stunning carvings showcase intricate geometric patterns. These masterpieces demonstrate how mathematics intertwines seamlessly with artistry. Witness Southwest Indian craftsmanship through GEUR2D-00047 - a captivating artwork that highlights indigenous geometrical motifs passed down through generations. Journey to Cornwall, England, where Men-an-Tol stands tall as a cromlech monument. Its circular shape embodies ancient symbolism while showcasing geometrical precision within nature's embrace. Admire Mosaic with Arab and Kufic Calligraphy adorning walls across various regions. These exquisite designs fuse Arabic script intricately woven into mesmerizing geometric patterns – true works of art. Step inside Seville's Alcazar Interior in Spain for an architectural feast for your eyes.