Apse Collection (#5)

Interior of the Church of San Francesco in Pistoia Pistoia Church of San Francesco, nave Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Apse and bell tower of Saint Anthony's Parish Church in Socana, Castel Focognano Castel Focognano Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of the central nave of the Cathedral of Saint Petronius in Bologna. Bologna Basilica of S. Petronio Nave Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Apsidal view with belltower of the Church of Saint Francis in Bologna. Bologna Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

The apse of the Church of San Domenico in Bologna Bologna Apse Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Interior of the Church of St. Teodoro in Pavia Pavia Church of St. Teodoro Church, Nave Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

The presbytery and the central altar of the Church of St. Michele in Pavia. Pavia Church of St. Michele Tribune Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of the apse of the Carthusian Monastery, or Certosa, Pavia Certosa di Pavia Church High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

The exterior of the Church of San Piero a Grado, near Pisa Pisa San Piero a Grado Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Interior of the Church of Saint James the Apostle, called the "Camposanto Vecchio" (Old Cemetery) in Tarquinia. This aisleless church has one small apse

The central nave of the Duomo dell'Assunta (Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption) in Sutri. The interior of the Church is divided into three aisles by pilasters

Interior of the Church of Saints Cosmas and Damian in Rome. Rome Nave Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1910 ca

Exterior of the Basilica of St. Agnes fuori le Mura, Rome Rome Church Early Christian Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1910 ca.. Date of Artwork:342, 625-638

The central nave and three apses of the chapel inside Castellaccio. Ancient fortress commissioned by Wilhelm II of Altavilla on the top of Mountain Caputo in the environs of Monreale

View of the Adige river with the Church of S. Anastasia from the Redeemer, Verona. Verona Redeemer. Date of Photograph:1915 - 1920 ca

Apse of the Santa Maria Matricolare Cathedral, in Verona. Verona Cathedral Apse Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1915 - 1920 ca

Apse and two bell towers of the basilica of S. Abbondio in Como. Como Via Sant'Abbondio Church Early Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

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Como Cathedral of Santa Maria Maggiore Nave Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1915 - 1920 ca.. Date of Artwork:1396 - 1744

Trompe-l'oeil with church interior in perspective, inlaid work by Fra Giovanni da Verona, in the choir stalls of the Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore, in Chiusure

View of the rose garden said to be of St. Benedict and of the apse of the inferior church of Sacro Speco in Subiaco Subiaco Sacro Speco Apse Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

Interior of the Cathedral of Saints John and Paul in Ferentino. The church has three aisles and a painted trussed roof. There is a tabernacle at the end of the aisles

Interior of the Church of Santa Sabina in Rome Rome Church of S. Sabina Nave Early Christian Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1915-1918 ca

View of the inside of the National Library in Florence showing Dante's tribune. The building is the work of architect Cesare Bazzani

View of the apse of the Cathedral of Cefal, province of Palermo. The coast is in the background. Cefalu Church Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Interior of the Parish Church of S. Pietro in Gropina, in the outskirts of Loro Ciuffenna, near Arezzo Loro Ciuffenna Gropina, Parish Church of S

The Semicircular structure in the garden of Villa "La Pietra" in Florence, now seat of the Acton Collection and New York University Florence Via Bolognese Garden Revival styles

Central nave of Salerno's Cathedral Salerno Cathedral Church Late Baroque, Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Interior of the Church of S. Vincenzo in Prato, Milan. Milan Church Early Christian Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1920 ca.. Date of Artwork:IX, 1889 ca

Exterior detail of the church of S. Eustorgio in Milan, the apse and the aristocratic Portinari Chapel. Milan Via Santa Croce Chapel Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Interior of the Basilica of S. Lorenzo in Milan, characterized by a great majesty due to the combination of the sixteenth century of the ancient Basilica

Central aisle of the Badia Fiesolana, San Domenico, Fiesole. Fiesole Badia Fiesolana Nave Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Central nave of the Church of Saint Mary of Castello in Tarquinia. Tarquinia Church of Saint Mary of Castello Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of the interior of the Santa Maria della Quercia Sanctuary in Bagnaia. Viterbo Viterbo Bagnaia, Santa Maria della Quercia Sanctuary Nave Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

View of the interior of the Church of Saint Sixtus in Viterbo. Viterbo Church of Saint Sixtus, central aisle Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Apsidal view of the Church of Saint Sixtus in Viterbo. Viterbo Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:XII-XIII secc

Interior of the San Giovanni in Zoccoli Church in Viterbo. Viterbo San Giovanni in Zoccoli Church, central aisle Church Early Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of the cemetery of the Church of Santo Spirito (or del Vespro), Palermo. Palermo Church Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Interior of the Basilica of San Lorenzo outside the walls (also known as San Lorenzo al Verano), Rome Rome Basilica of San Lorenzo outside the walls Nave Byzantine Art, Europe

Interior of the Romanesque Church of Saint John the Baptist in Mensano, near Colle Val d'Elsa. Colle di Val D'Elsa Mensano, Church of Saint John the Baptist Church Romanesque, Middle Ages

Interior of the upper Church of Saint Fermo Maggiore in Verona. Verona St. Fermo Maggiore Church Nave Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Apsidal view and bell tower of the Church of Saint Anastasia in Verona. Verona Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1915 - 1920 ca

Polygonal apse, surmounted by an open gallery, Basilica of S. Fedele in Como. Como Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1910 ca

Left aisle of the Monreale Cathedral in Palermo. Monreale Cathedral Nave Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1174-1176

Interior of the Cathedral of Monreale in Palermo Monreale Cathedral Nave Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900 ca.. Date of Artwork:1174-1176

Interior of the Monreale Cathedral in Palermo. Monreale Cathedral Nave Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1174-1176

Piazza del Centro, in the park of the Villa Giulia in Palermo Palermo Villa Giulia, park. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Interior of Amalfi's Cathedral Amalfi Cathedral Nave Late Baroque, Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1879-1910 ca

Interior of the San Domenico Maggiore Church in Naples. Naples San Domenico Maggiore Church Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

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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.