Ashlar Collection (#3)

Entrance to Palazzo Capponi all'Annunziata, Florence Florence via Gino Capponi Building Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of the faade of Palazzo Gravina, in Via Monteoliveto in Naples, designed by Gabriele d'Angelo in the 16th century but completed only towards the end of the 18th century Naples Via

The Villino Tanzi, built from a design by the architect Guidi, in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:1930-1938 ca

Faade of the former mental hospital of San Salvi, Florence Florence Building - Facade Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Palazzo Gallenga Stuart built to the design of Pietro Carattoli; today is the seat of the University for Foreigners, Perugia Perugia Building, University Late Baroque, Baroque

Window of a palazzo in Perugia Perugia. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca

Faade of Palazzo Montpensier, Bologna. The project was designed by Francesco Terribilia and completed by Alfonso Torreggiani

The Palazzo Comunale of Nepi, designed by Antonio da Sangallo the Younger Nepi Piazza Umberto I Building Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Palazzo Cuomo, home to the Museo Civico Filangeri, in Naples Naples Building - Facade Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The Fortezza da Basso in Florence, seen from the Viale della Circonvallazione Florence Fort High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Loggiato del vignola in the Villa Mondragone garden in Frascati Frascati Villa Mondragone, garden Villa High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Door attributed to Donatello, in the Museo di San Marco, Florence Florence Museo di San Marco Door Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Palazzo Gravina in Naples. Commissioned by Ferdinando Orsini, duke of Gravina, it was begun by Gabriele d'Angelo in the 16th century

Palazzo Cervini in Montepulciano, Siena. It was designed by Antonio da Sangallo il Vecchio, but remained unfinished Montepulciano Building High Renaissance, Renaissance

Palazzo Widmann or Rezzonico Foscari, Venice. It is an early work of Baldassare Longhena Venice Building Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Palace of Caterina Sforza in Imola Imola. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

The Palazzo dei Diamanti in Ferrara Ferrara Building Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Palazzo Tavarnesi in Monte San Savino Monte San Savino. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Palazzo Comunale in Monte San Savino Monte San Savino Corso Sangallo. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Palazzo dello Strozzino, by Michelozzo and Giuliano da Maiano, in Piazza Strozzi, Florence Florence Piazza Strozzi Building Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Faade of the Palazzo Strozzi, Florence Florence Building Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

The facade of Palazzo Strozzi on Via Tornabuoni in Florence Florence Building Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Palazzo Feroni in Florence Florence Building Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1450 - 1790 ca

Palazzo Medici Riccardi in Florence Florence Building Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

Styles of masonry (litho)
6013703 Styles of masonry (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Styles of masonry. Illustration for The Harmsworth Encylopaedia (c 1922).); © Look and Learn

Driving an ashlar, oil on canvas

Stela carved in an ashlar made in limestone, from the Oppidum of Pamplona

Broadway Tower
Folly. 1798 by James Wyatt for Lord Coventry on the edge of the Cotswolds. Broadway, Worcestershire. IoE 399014

City Hall
Built 1903-09, restored c1950 following war damage, Kingston Upon Hull, East Yorkshire. IoE 387753

Castle Bridge
Single span bridge over the River Avon at Warwick. IoE 307371

Entrance Lock to Former East India Dock Basin IoE 441617
Lock with Millenium Dome in Background. IoE 441617

Remains of Newark Castle
Grade I listed medieval castle, Nottinghamshire. IoE 384971

Mausoleum
Grade I listed Pelham family mausoleum by James Wyatt, 1792. Brocklesby Park, Lincolnshire. IoE 196651

Teatro della Scala, Milan; aquatint by L. Cherbuin from a daguerreotype by Ferdinando Artaria et Fils Editeurs Milan Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century

Section of the walls and a tower of the Castello di Gioia del Colle Gioia del Colle Castle Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1961

Section of the walls and a tower of the Castello of Bari Bari Castle Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1961. Date of Artwork:XI-XII secc

Facade of the Palazzo Lavezola Pompei, detail, Verona Verona Lungadige Porta Vittoria Building - Facade Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Ca Corner della Regina, Rossi Domenico (1657-1737), Venice Venice district of St. Croce Building, Building - Facade Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Fountains to front of Victoria Rooms
Fountains, Lamps, Balustrades, Railings, Statues and Steps. Bristol. IoE 380289

The Jolm Abel Smith Memorial Chapel
Circa 1872; to the design of Sir George Gllbert Scott. IoE 300318

Tower of St Catherines Oratory
A rare survival of a medieval lighthouse. Locally nicknamed the Pepper Pot. Chale, Isle of Wight. IoE 392680

Town Hall and Theatre, Burslem
c1911 by Russell and Cooper. IoE 384520

Church of St. John the Baptist
Impressive Grade I listed church. Kings Norton, Leicestershire. IoE 190725

Former Stockport Infirmary
Colourful photograph of the former infimary, since converted to offices. IoE 210888

Aswan Dam under construction
A photograph of the Aswan dam during its construction, particularly showing its extensive Sluices lined with Ashlar. Date: 1902

Egypt. Spinx of Giza. Detail. Lions claws
Egypt. Great Sphinx of Giza. Limestone statue with lion body and human head. Is believed that represents the Pharaoh Khafra. Built as a protective guard on the banks of the River Nile. Detail

Spain. La Rioja. Briones. Castle. Ruins
Spain. La Rioja. Briones. Castle. 13th century. Ruins

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Ashlar is a versatile and enduring building material that has been used throughout history in various architectural marvels. From the majestic Severn Bridge to the picturesque Bewdley they can be seen standing strong, connecting communities across rivers like the River Welland and adorning iconic structures such as the English Bridge. In tranquil settings like Fingle Bridge in Dartmoor National Park, Devon, one can find solace while witnessing a man fishing against an ashlar backdrop. Its presence adds a touch of elegance to this serene spot. Traveling further east to Istanbul, Turkey, we encounter the magnificent Bebek Mosque (Humayun-u Abad Mosque), where ashlar takes center stage in its construction. This sacred place showcases how this remarkable material transcends borders and cultures. Delving into ancient times, we uncover the Tholos Tomb at Mycenae. Crafted from ashlar stones meticulously fitted together, it stands as a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship. The significance extends beyond architecture; it also holds symbolic meaning within Masonic traditions. The litho depiction of Masonic symbols reminds us of their hidden meanings embedded within these carefully crafted stones. Moving on to engineering feats, we witness the Aswan Dam under construction—a colossal project made possible by utilizing sturdy ashlar blocks. This structure not only harnesses nature's power but also demonstrates humanity's ability to shape our environment with precision and strength. However, not all encounters with it can peaceful; depicted in a fragment from Osuna (Urso), Spain is a man attacked by a lion—an intense moment frozen forever in stone carved from this durable material. Styles of masonry vary greatly when working with ashlar—each unique pattern showcasing creativity and skill passed down through generations. These litho illustrations capture different techniques employed by craftsmen worldwide. Artistic expressions also find inspiration in driving an ashlar; oil on canvas captures both physical labor and the beauty of this process.