Apse Collection (#3)

Inside of the church of Saint-Madeleine in Vezelay France Vezelay, Saint-Madeleine Church, Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

Abbey Church of Saint-Pierre in Cellefrouin France Cellefrouin Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950-1960. Date of Artwork:XI sec

Interior of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maddalena (Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine) Vezelay France Vzelay Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The apse end of the Cathedral of Speyer with the high bell towers soaring above Germany Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1880-1900 ca

The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore flanked by the Bell tower of Giotto, Florence Florence Bell Tower Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1855 ca

The monastery of Mileseva Serbia Mileseva Church Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950-1960. Date of Artwork:1234-1236

The church Ljubostinja in Trstenik in Serbia Serbia Trstenik. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

The Cathedral of Saint Vincent in Chalon-sur-Saone in Bourgogne France Bourgogne, Chalon-sur-Saone. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

The apse and the campanile of the cemeterial basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Classe near Ravenna, Italy Ravenna Church Early Christian Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Inside the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta in Aquileia Aquileia Nave Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

Inside the Cathedral of San Giusto in Trieste Trieste Nave Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 ca.. Date of Artwork:XII - XIV sec

Main entrance of the Church of San Vitale in Ravenna Ravenna Church Early Christian Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca.. Date of Artwork:526 d.C

View of Campo San Giacomo dell'Orio with the church of the same name, Venice Venice Campo San Giacomo dell'Orio Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Angle shot of the facade and south side of the Cathedral of Canterbury in England Great Britain Canterbury Church Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The apse zone of the Church of Santissimi Maria e Donato, in Murano Venice Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1880 -1900

Exterior of the Cathedral of Cologne in Germany. Germany Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1870-1880. Date of Artwork:1248-1880

Nave of Saint Patrick's Cathedral, in New York. The church is furnished with two wide rows of pews United States New York, Saint Patrick's Cathedral. Date of Photograph:1902 ca

The Basilica and bell tower of Sant'Apollinare in Classe, in Ravenna Ravenna Church Early Christian Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

The apse and the bell tower of the Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore near Siena. In the foreground a road and the branches of a tree Siena Abbey Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Interior of the Church of Saint Paul outside the Walls in Rome Rome Church Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Interior of the Church of Santissima Annunziata in Genoa Genoa Church of Santissima Annunziata Nave Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Park with lawn and two churches of victorian period (late 19th cent.) in neo-gothic style, in India. In the background, river landscape. Date of Photograph:1890-1910 ca

Engraving of the nave of the Cathedral of Milan Italy Engraving Romanticism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1886

Giotto's Bell Tower and one of the apses of the Cathedral in Florence Florence Bell Tower Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1850-1865 ca

Three men observing the ruins of the Church of Badia in Volterra. The church collapsed completely in 1895 as the cliffs continued to cave in Volterra Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

The apse and part of the transept of the Cathedral of Florence. In the background Giotto's Bell Tower Florence Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The apse of the Cathedral of Florence Florence Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1865-1870 ca.. Date of Artwork:1296 -1468

The apse and left side of the gothic Johanniskirche (church of St. John) in Stuttgart, surrounded by a lake. In the foreground a few trees Germany Church Revival styles, Nineteenth century

Piazza Grande in Arezzo Arezzo piazza Grande Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1860-1890. Date of Artwork:1140-XIV, XVI, XIX sec

Interior of the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Donato Arezzo Arezzo Cathedral of SS. Peter and Donato Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1860-1890

The apse of the Basilica of Sant'Antonio, in Padua. In the foreground a few trees Padua Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

The tergal part with three apses, St. Gregorio church in Bari Bari Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1961. Date of Artwork:XI-XII secc

Piazza San Gregorio in Bari, with the Portico dei Pellegrini and the apse of the Church of San Gregorio Bari Piazza San Gregorio Portico Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

Apse area and sail-shaped bell tower of the Church of Ognissanti in Trani Trani Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1961

Apse section of the Cathedral of San Nicola Pellegrino in Trani Trani Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1961. Date of Artwork:XI -XIII sec

One-light sculpted window, flanked by two small columns resting on lions, in the apse of the Church of Ognissanti, Trani Trani Window Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

The apse of the Abbey of San Galgano Siena San Galgano Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1960-1970 ca.. Date of Artwork:1224-1288

Chorus of children in front of the Cathedral of St. Thomas, Chennai (Madras), state of Tamil Nadu India State of Tamil Nadu, Chennai (Madras), St

Chorus of girls in front of the Cathedral of St. Thomas, Chennai (Madras), state of Tamil Nadu India State of Tamil Nadu, Chennai (Madras), Cathedral of St

Piazza dei Miracoli, the Leaning Tower and the Duomo Pisa Bell Tower, Tower Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1971. Date of Artwork:1173

Piazza dei Miracoli: Cathedral and the Leaning Tower Pisa Bell Tower, Tower Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1971. Date of Artwork:1173

Martina Franca: Basilica of San Martino Martina Franca. Date of Photograph:1974

Locorotondo: Mother Church of Saint George Martyr Locorotondo. Date of Photograph:1974

Florence: Duomo Florence Dome, Cupola Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1971

Sant'Andrea Abbey in Borzone Borzonasca. Date of Photograph:1973

Santa Maria di Loreto Church, Triora Triora. Date of Photograph:1973

Baroque church, Cervo Cervo. Date of Photograph:1973

Sanctuary of Loreto Loreto Church, Sanctuary High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1968

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The apse, a prominent architectural feature found in churches across Europe, holds great historical and artistic significance. In Caen, France, the Saint Etienne Church and Abbey proudly display their magnificent apse, drawing visitors from near and far to admire its grandeur. Meanwhile, in the Vall de Boi in Spain's Boi Valley, the church of Sant Climent de Taüll showcases a breathtaking Pantocrator within its apse - a true masterpiece of religious art. Moving on to Oppenheim in Germany, we encounter an enchanting apse dating back to 1872. Created by E I Roberts, this architectural gem stands as a testament to human creativity and craftsmanship. Across the English Channel lies Kings College Chapel in London - an iconic example of British architecture boasting an awe-inspiring apse that leaves spectators speechless. In Rome's St. Peter's Basilica, one cannot help but be captivated by the interior view of its majestic apse. The sheer magnitude and intricate details leave visitors humbled by centuries of devotion and faith. Similarly impressive is the Church of St Ignatius Loyola at Campus Martius; located in Italy's capital city itself. Venturing southwards into Naples' Campania region brings us face-to-face with another remarkable sight: the Interior of Church Gesu Nuovo. Its stunningly adorned apse transports worshippers into a realm where beauty intertwines with spirituality. Further eastward lies Venice's Veneto region where St Mark's Basilica beckons with its opulent interior view featuring yet another splendidly designed apse - truly mesmerizing all who enter its hallowed halls. Notably situated in Lazio Frosinone Alatri is S. Maria dei Padri Scolopi whose exquisite apse serves as both a visual delight and spiritual sanctuary for those seeking solace amidst life’s chaos. Finally journeying through Spain reveals Toro’s Zamora province, where an apse of remarkable beauty graces the landscape.