Ceiling Collection (page 2)

The Long Room in the library of Trinity College, Dublin, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Interior of dome of Vank (Armenian) Cathedral, Isfahan, Iran, Middle East

Bahamas, Exuma Island. Flags on ceiling of bar at Yacht Club. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Grand Central Concourse, Birmingham New Street Station, Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Interior of Sagrada Familia Temple, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain, Europe

Farriers Shop
An interesting old farriers shop at Ripley, Yorkshire, England, with horseshoes hanging from the ceiling. Date: 1930s

Fire sprinklers, 19th century
Fire sprinklers. This system of sprinklers was designed to extinguish fires, and here has been installed in a theatre in 19th-century France

St. Stephans Cathedral, Passau, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Great Court, the British Museum, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Copy of Thracian tomb of Kazanlak, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kazanlak, Bulgaria, Europe

Walpole / Strawberry 1795
HORACE (HORATIO) WALPOLE FOURTH EARL OF OXFORD The Gallery at Strawberry Hill, near Twickenham, home of the English gothic novelist and man of letters

Christ Church Library
The interior of Christ Church Library, Oxford showing ceiling to floor bookshelves. A student is shown working. Two ladies are being given a tour in the background

Ananas comosus, pineapple
A photograph of the detail from one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Showing Ananas comosus, pineapple

Western concourse of Kings Cross Station, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Canvas by Rubens in Onze Lieve Vrouwekathedraal, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Apse mosaic, Santa Maria in Trastevere, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Ravenna, Emilia Romagna, Italy, Europe

Europe, Scotland, Glasgow, Kings Theatre

Restormel Castle J950172
RESTORMEL CASTLE, Cornwall. A reconstruction drawing by Terry Ball (English Heritage Graphics Team) of the Hall interior showing the storage underneath

Ely Cathedral Lantern HKR01_01_003
Ely Cathedral, Cambridgeshire. Interior view looking up to the Lantern. Photographed by Margaret F. Harker. c. late-1940s

The Creation of Adam painting by Michelangelo on ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
Vintage masterpiece painting of The Creation of Adam. Painted by Michelangelo on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, circa 1511a'1512

EyeUbiquitous_20105007
England, London, St Pancras railway station on Euston Road, Eurostar trains sat on the concourse

Inside the dome of the Pantheon di Roma church, Rome, Italy

Trial of Lord Lovat, Westminster Hall, London, 1747. Interior view of Westminster Hall, with both houses of Parliament assembled for the trial of the Jacobite, Simon, Lord Lovat

The Tea-Room, House of Commons, Westminster, London, 19th century. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume X, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co

The Old Parliament House, Dublin, 19th century

Morocco, Marrakech-Safi (Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz) region, Marrakesh. Colorful painted ceiling at Bahia Palace (Palais de la Bahia)

Cats enjoying a dinner party on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Interior of The Treasury, Petra, Jordan
The site is open from 6am to 6pm during the summer and from 6am to 4 pm in winter

Skylight of the Palau de la Musica Catalana
Beautiful stained glass skylight situated in the auditorium of the Palau de la Musica Catalana in Barcelona, Spain. Designed by the architect Lluis Domenech I Montaner

Harmondsworth Great Barn N120003
HARMONDSWORTH GREAT BARN, Greater London. Interior view. Medieval timber framed barn built in 1426-7 by Winchester College

Great Drawing Room, Audley End House J960205
AUDLEY END HOUSE, Essex. Interior view. The Great Drawing Room, designed by Robert Adam

Kent - Mecury and the Arts J920275
CHISWICK HOUSE, London. " Mercury and the Arts" c.1729 by William KENT (1685-1748)

Entrance Hall, Eltham Palace N080563
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view. Light filters down from the glass domed roof illuminating the Entrance Hall

Guildhall Library, London a066908
GUILDHALL LIBRARY, Aldermanbury, City Of London. The interior of the modern covered walkway linking the Guildhall Library to the medieval Guildhall. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1972 - 1975

Osborne House, Durbar Room, 1892 K010284
OSBORNE HOUSE, Isle of Wight. Interior view. Photograph from the album " Royal Tableaux, Osborne", " Indian Durbar Room July 28th 1892"

Kenwood House J900502
KENWOOD HOUSE, THE IVEAGH BEQUEST, London. Interior view of the Library, 1990

Apsley House J040040
APSLEY HOUSE, London. Interior view of the Piccadilly Drawing Room

Apsley House J040084
APSLEY HOUSE, London. Interior view of the North wall and fireplace in the Waterloo Gallery with one of the Siberian porphyry candelabra to the left

Hailes Abbey J950132
HAILES ABBEY, Gloucestershire. A reconstruction drawing of the The Nave, by Terry Ball (English Heritage Graphics Team)

Charing Cross Station a062387
CHARING CROSS STATION, London. People walking beside a stationary train on platform 4 with the station roof reflected in a puddle in the foreground. Date range 1960-1972. John Gay

Eltham Palace M000528
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view of the Great Hall

Tynemouth Priory J920782
TYNEMOUTH PRIORY, Tyne and Wear. Interior of the Percy Chantry showing vaulted ceiling, rose window and altar

Apsley House J040037
APSLEY HOUSE, London. Interior view of the Waterloo Gallery

Hall of Mirrors, Palace of Versailles (photo)
7423007 Hall of Mirrors, Palace of Versailles (photo) by Mansart, Jules Hardouin (1646-1708); Musee et Domaine National de Versailles et de Trianon, Versailles, France; (add.info.: Hall of Mirrors)

German Renaissance ceiling and wall painting, wood mosaic and embroidery, (1898). Creator: Unknown
German Renaissance ceiling and wall painting, wood mosaic and embroidery, (1898). Fig 1: Wall-painting from the bath-rooms in the Fugger-house at Augsburg

Ceiling of the Piccolomini Library in Siena Cathedral, Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, Siena, Tuscany, Italy

Kings College Chapel, Cambridge, 1864. Late Gothic edifice with a vast fan vaulted ceiling with ornate stained glass windows

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Captivating Ceilings from Around the World From the enchanting tales of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight to the breathtaking masterpieces in Trinity College's Long Room, ceilings have long been an overlooked canvas for artistic expression. Journey with us as we explore some of the most remarkable ceilings across different continents. In Rome, Italy, lies a true marvel - the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Painted by Michelangelo himself, this iconic masterpiece depicts biblical scenes that seem to come alive before your eyes. The vibrant colors and intricate details make it a sight that leaves visitors in awe. Venturing north to England, Kings Cross Station boasts a stunning ceiling adorned with ornate designs and delicate arches. As travelers pass through this architectural gem they can greeted by its grandeur and reminded of its historical significance. Meanwhile, at Kings College Chapel in Cambridge, England, one can gaze upon a celestial wonderland painted on its vaulted ceiling. Winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs create an ethereal atmosphere that transports visitors into another realm entirely. Across Europe in Dublin's Trinity College Library stands another magnificent example - The Long Room. Its wooden barrel-vaulted ceiling stretches endlessly above rows upon rows of ancient books. This hallowed space is steeped in knowledge and whispers stories from centuries past. Delving further eastward brings us to Moscow's Komsomolskaya Metro Station where commuters are treated not only to efficient transportation but also to an extraordinary visual experience. Intricate mosaics adorn every inch of its arched ceiling, showcasing Russia's rich history and cultural heritage. Traveling even farther east leads us to Shiraz in Iran where we find ourselves beneath the captivating Tomb of Hafez. This intricately designed Islamic architecture features a mesmerizing dome-shaped ceiling that pays homage to Iran's most celebrated poet while creating an atmosphere conducive for reflection and contemplation. Lastly, we visit Eltham Palace, a unique fusion of medieval and Art Deco styles in London.