Column Collection (#10)

Detail of the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II in Rome
3559191 Detail of the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II in Rome by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); (add.info.: Artist: Sacconi, Giuseppe (1854-1905) Date of Artwork: 1885-1935 ca

Detail of the court-yard of honour in the Palace of Justice
3558960 Detail of the court-yard of honour in the Palace of Justice by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); (add.info.: Artist: Calderini)

Terrace overlooking the sea at the Miramare Castle in Trieste
3558659 Terrace overlooking the sea at the Miramare Castle in Trieste by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); (add.info.: Artist: Junker, Carl Date of Artwork: 1856 - 1860 Location: Miramare Castle)

Statue of Ramses at Luxor
3561662 Statue of Ramses at Luxor; (add.info.: Luxor, Egypt 1850-1900 Date of Artwork: XIII sec. a.C. Photographer: Zangaki); Alinari Archives, Florence

Westminster Abbey in London
3561573 Westminster Abbey in London by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1900-1910 ca. Date of Artwork: XIII-XVIII secc)

View of the British Museum in London
3561569 View of the British Museum in London by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1900-1910 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Detail of the Monastery of Klosterneuburg, near Vienna
3561528 Detail of the Monastery of Klosterneuburg, near Vienna; (add.info.: Austria 1910-1920 ca. Photographer: Reiffenstein, Bruno); Alinari Archives, Florence

View of the grand canal of Trieste, filled with moored boats. The background is Piazza St
3558656 View of the grand canal of Trieste, filled with moored boats. The background is Piazza St. Antonio Nuovo and the church of the same name

The part of Stazione Termini planned by Salvatore Bianchi
3557813 The part of Stazione Termini planned by Salvatore Bianchi by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); (add.info.: Artist: Bianchi)

The Great Synagogue of Florence or Tempio Maggiore
3557673 The Great Synagogue of Florence or Tempio Maggiore by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); (add.info.: Artist: Micheli, Vincenzo (1830-1905);Falcini

United Kingdom, London: Tate Gallery, 1895
LUX4797094 United Kingdom, London: Tate Gallery, 1895; (add.info.: United Kingdom, London: Tate Gallery, 1895); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Doric order capital, column and base according to Sir William Chambers. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry
FLO4593300 Doric order capital, column and base according to Sir William Chambers. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Album " Route photo of an American family from the United States (New Jersey) in Florence
3563133 Album " Route photo of an American family from the United States (New Jersey) in Florence, 1899-1912 " family trip to Europe Self

View of the Roman Forum with the Temple of Saturn and Vespasian and the Arch of Septimus Severus, in Rome
3566429 View of the Roman Forum with the Temple of Saturn and Vespasian and the Arch of Septimus Severus, in Rome; (add.info.: Roman Forum, Rome 1861 Date of Artwork: 497 a. C)

Terrace to the sea of Miramare Castle in Triest
3568313 Terrace to the sea of Miramare Castle in Triest.; (add.info.: Miramare Castle, Trieste 1890 - 1910 ca. Date of Artwork: 1856 - 1860 Artist: Junker, Carl Photographer: P.Z)

The Temple of Concordia in Agrigento
3566257 The Temple of Concordia in Agrigento; (add.info.: Valley of Temples, Agrigento 1880-1890 Date of Artwork: 440-430 a. C. Photographer: Crupi, Giovanni); Alinari Archives, Florence

Facade of the National Museum of Capodimonte in Naples
3562963 Facade of the National Museum of Capodimonte in Naples; (add.info.: Naples 1887 Photographer: Mosquera); Alinari Archives, Florence

Equestrian statue of Frederick V, Amalienborg, Copenaghen, 1754-1777 (print on double-weight paper)
3562902 Equestrian statue of Frederick V, Amalienborg, Copenaghen, 1754-1777 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Copenaghen, Amalienborg, Denmark 1900 ca)

Detail of a capital in the interior of the Temple of Neptune at Paestum
3562666 Detail of a capital in the interior of the Temple of Neptune at Paestum; (add.info.: Salerno 1859 Date of Artwork: 450 a.C. Photographer: Graham, James); Alinari Archives, Florence

The Roman Forum of Pompeii
3562662 The Roman Forum of Pompeii; (add.info.: Pompeii 1862 ca. Date of Artwork: II - I secc. a.C. Photographer: Graham, James); Alinari Archives, Florence

Album " Voyage en Ecosse Septembre 1880 ": Wellington Arch with the equestrian statue of Arthur Wellesley
3562593 Album " Voyage en Ecosse Septembre 1880 ": Wellington Arch with the equestrian statue of Arthur Wellesley the Duke of Wellington in London; (add.info.: England, London)

Venice: La Piazzeta and its columns, 1870
LUX4713652 Venice: La Piazzeta and its columns, 1870; (add.info.: Venice: La Piazzeta and its columns, 1870); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Venetia, Venice: The Doge's Palace, the Western Facade and the Piazetta, 1885
LUX4716660 Venetia, Venice: The Doge's Palace, the Western Facade and the Piazetta, 1885; (add.info.: Venetia, Venice: The Doge's Palace, the Western Facade and the Piazetta)

French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary
3666098 French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary; (add.info.: French 19th century, coloured illustration showing the Virgin Mary.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Alexander Column, 1830
3507628 The Alexander Column, 1830; (add.info.: The Alexander Column in front of the General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia)

Medievale Great Britain: costume of an Irish former in the 5th century, during a ceremony of initiation to the Helio
FLO4608322 Medievale Great Britain: costume of an Irish former in the 5th century, during a ceremony of initiation to the Helio Arkite religion, the Druid, minister of the sea, wears a naked baby

Brussels: La colonne du Congres, 1885 - Alfred Gerson editor
LUX4703522 Brussels: La colonne du Congres, 1885 - Alfred Gerson editor; (add.info.: Brussels: La colonne du Congres, 1885 - Alfred Gerson editor); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Plinths and columns from English architecture. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio
FLO4622509 Plinths and columns from English architecture. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

The Little Mermaid (lithograph)
GIA4761826 The Little Mermaid (lithograph) by Dulac, Edmund (1882-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the Tales of Hans Christian Andersen, illustrated by Edmund Dulac, ed)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Place de la Concorde, animated view with horse-drawn cars
LUX4767649 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Place de la Concorde, animated view with horse-drawn cars and scooter - Corner of rue Saint Florentin in the 8th, 1900; (add.info.: France)

Italy, Lazio, Rome: overview of the forum, 1895 Photography
LUX4771296 Italy, Lazio, Rome: overview of the forum, 1895 Photography; (add.info.: Italy, Lazio, Rome: overview of the forum, 1895 Photography); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

The July Column
3078095 The July Column; (add.info.: Photographic print of The July Column, a column erected on the Place de la Bastille in Paris. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Coopers at work. From Encyclopedie, Paris, c1751
866115 Coopers at work. From Encyclopedie, Paris, c1751.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Pompey's Pillar, Alexandria: Red granite column erected to Diocletian, 4th century
544753 Pompey's Pillar, Alexandria: Red granite column erected to Diocletian, 4th century, once thought to mark burial place of Pompey the Great

Bacchus, with his old nurses and a satyr, asks Medea leaning against a column to rejuvenate the women
8683581 Bacchus, with his old nurses and a satyr, asks Medea leaning against a column to rejuvenate the women, 1650-52 (wall tempera painting) by Boulanger

View of an exterior tent of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin) in Layrac, Lot et Garonne
JEB4931801 View of an exterior tent of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin) in Layrac, Lot et Garonne; (add.info.: View of an exterior tent of the church of Saint Martin (Saint Martin)

Christ and the widow; Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3666142 Christ and the widow; Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Christ and the widow; Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

St Paul attacked by the Jews of Jerusalem, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665479 St Paul attacked by the Jews of Jerusalem, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: St Paul attacked by the Jews of Jerusalem)

The Martyrdom of Eleazar, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665472 The Martyrdom of Eleazar, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Martyrdom of Eleazar, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Samson destroys the temple of Baal, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665418 Samson destroys the temple of Baal, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Samson destroys the temple of Baal, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665447 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace)

The courtyard of the Palace of Justice in Rome
3559863 The courtyard of the Palace of Justice in Rome; (add.info.: Artist: Calderini, Guglielmo Date of Artwork: 1888 -1910 Location: Rome Photographer: Anderson); Alinari Archives, Florence

Jonathan Maccabee destroys the Temple of Dagon, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 (engraving)
3665611 Jonathan Maccabee destroys the Temple of Dagon, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Jonathan Maccabee destroys the Temple of Dagon)

Architectural column, capital and base of the Tuscan order from the church in Covent Garden
FLO4593544 Architectural column, capital and base of the Tuscan order from the church in Covent Garden. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of

The underground cave of the temple of Guarapuri Island or place of the caves, an island east of Mumbai (India)
FLO4634040 The underground cave of the temple of Guarapuri Island or place of the caves, an island east of Mumbai (India)

Sculptures in the Thirumalai Nayak Palace, ancient residence of Raja Raja Thirumalai sowri at Madurai, India
FLO4623854 Sculptures in the Thirumalai Nayak Palace, ancient residence of Raja Raja Thirumalai sowri at Madurai, India. Handcoloured copperplate drawn

The double wall of the temple of Kom Ombo (Egypt), beginning 2nd century BC
FLO4634810 The double wall of the temple of Kom Ombo (Egypt), beginning 2nd century BC. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Afrique" by

View of the isle of Staffa 1, and basalt columns at the entrance to Fingal's cave 2
FLO4574517 View of the isle of Staffa 1, and basalt columns at the entrance to Fingal's cave 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

Warsaw, Poland in 1858
JAB4120065 Warsaw, Poland in 1858; (add.info.: Warsaw, Poland in 1858); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

The Last Judgement by Michelangelo, detail by Sistine Chapel, ROME. Engraving 1895
JAB4121795 The Last Judgement by Michelangelo, detail by Sistine Chapel, ROME. Engraving 1895; (add.info.: The Last Judgement by Michelangelo, detail by Sistine Chapel, ROME)

The ruins of the Basilica Ulpia and Trajan's Column, in the Forum of Trajan, Rome
3568446 The ruins of the Basilica Ulpia and Trajan's Column, in the Forum of Trajan, Rome; (add.info.: Trajan's Forum, Rome 1855 ca)

Trajan's Forum and Column in Rome
3568426 Trajan's Forum and Column in Rome; (add.info.: Rome 1851 Date of Artwork: 113 d. C. Artist: Master of the Works of Trajan Photographer: Flacheron, Frederic); Alinari Archives, Florence

The facade of the Church of Saint-Etienne-du-Mont, in Paris
3570456 The facade of the Church of Saint-Etienne-du-Mont, in Paris; (add.info.: Paris, France 1890 ca. Date of Artwork: 1492-1622 Photographer: Kuhn, J.); Alinari Archives, Florence

Entrance portal to the "Jewish courtyard" in Dresden
3570389 Entrance portal to the "Jewish courtyard" in Dresden.; (add.info.: Dresden, Germany 1890 ca Photographer: Tamme, R.); Alinari Archives, Florence

Via Pietro Micca photographed by the hero's room at the Hotel Bonne Femme
3569932 Via Pietro Micca photographed by the hero's room at the Hotel Bonne Femme by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Hotel Bonne Femme)

View of Campo Santi Giovanni and Paolo in Venice, with the Monument to Bartolomeo Colleoni
3575767 View of Campo Santi Giovanni and Paolo in Venice, with the Monument to Bartolomeo Colleoni and the Scuola Grande di San Marco; postcard; (add.info.: Campo SS)

Vienna Universal Exhibition of 1873: Austro-Hungarian Lloyd pavilion
3575852 Vienna Universal Exhibition of 1873: Austro-Hungarian Lloyd pavilion; (add.info.: Vienna, Austria 1873 Universal Exhibition of Vienna, 1873 Photographer: Kramer, Oscar); Alinari Archives

Cupid's Temple in the Petit Trianon park, in Versailles
3570472 Cupid's Temple in the Petit Trianon park, in Versailles by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Versailles, Petit Trianon, France 1880 ca. Date of Artwork: XVIII sec)

Cloister of the Church of St. Tirso, Portugal. Architectual work by Giovanni Torriani
3569787 Cloister of the Church of St. Tirso, Portugal. Architectual work by Giovanni Torriani; (add.info.: St. Tirso, Portugal 1920-1930 Date of Artwork: XVIII sec)

View of the facade of the Prado museum with monument to Diego Velazquez (photo)
LRI4738258 View of the facade of the Prado museum with monument to Diego Velazquez (photo) by Marinas y Garcia, Aniceto (1866-1953); Prado, Madrid

Stone cutter with mallet and chisel model a bevel stone, behind him another cut a stone with the saw - Stone mason
FLO4577762 Stone cutter with mallet and chisel model a bevel stone, behind him another cut a stone with the saw - Stone mason carving a stone with mallet and chisel on a bevel

French explorers and botanist in the ruins of a chamarro site of stone pillars on Rota Island (Mariana Islands, USA)
FLO4636301 French explorers and botanist in the ruins of a chamarro site of stone pillars on Rota Island (Mariana Islands, USA)

A Table of the Refraction of the Air
5311868 A Table of the Refraction of the Air; (add.info.: A Table of the Refraction of the Air: Using a glass U-tube and a column of mercury)

A Table of the Refraction of the Air
5311867 A Table of the Refraction of the Air; (add.info.: A Table of the Refraction of the Air: Using a glass U-tube and a column of mercury)

Cupid playing a drum with his standard on a column
5893190 Cupid playing a drum with his standard on a column.; (add.info.: Cupid playing a drum with his standard on a column. Exercising his drum, having placed his banner in safety)

La Rue de la Paix, with the Memorial column at Place Vendome in the background, Paris, France in the 19th century
5614322 La Rue de la Paix, with the Memorial column at Place Vendome in the background, Paris, France in the 19th century; (add.info.: La Rue de la Paix)

Design for the navy pillar Britannia Victorious Etching from 1800, by James Gillray (1757-1815)
MMM5485401 Design for the navy pillar Britannia Victorious Etching from 1800, by James Gillray (1757-1815). by Gillray, James (1757-1815); National Maritime Museum, London

Temple of Hathor, Dendara, Egypt
7058470 Temple of Hathor, Dendara, Egypt; Temple of Hathor, Denderah, Egypt; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Thoronet Abbey. Pillar openings of the cloister
7125780 Thoronet Abbey. Pillar openings of the cloister; (add.info.: The Thoronet abbey. Pillar openings of the cloister. Cistercian abbey built in the late twelfth and early thirteenth century)

Outer hypostyle hall, temple of Hathor, Dendara, Egypt
7058474 Outer hypostyle hall, temple of Hathor, Dendara, Egypt; Temple of Hathor, Denderah, Egypt; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Roman Mammisi, temple of Hathor, Dendara, Egypt
7058464 Roman Mammisi, temple of Hathor, Dendara, Egypt; Temple of Hathor, Denderah, Egypt; Photo © Stefano Baldini

The Midas Monument, Gordion, Turkey, seen here in the 19th century. A Phrygian rock-cut tomb dedicated to Midas
6428108 The Midas Monument, Gordion, Turkey, seen here in the 19th century. A Phrygian rock-cut tomb dedicated to Midas, 700 BC, from "Monuments de Tous les Peuples" by Ernest Breton

Temple of Medinet Abu, c.1900 (print)
7292899 Temple of Medinet Abu, c.1900 (print); (add.info.: Geography. Egypt. Court of the temple of Medinet Abu. Illustration, Egypt, ca 1900.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Temple of Karnak, 1909 (print)
7293037 Temple of Karnak, 1909 (print); (add.info.: Geography. Egypt. The temple of Karnak, Thebes. Illustration, Egypt, 1909.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Statue of a caryatid
7278271 Statue of a caryatid; Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of a caryatid, a sculpture representing a woman. It is used in architecture in place of a column or pillar in portals)

Statue of a caryatid
7278269 Statue of a caryatid; Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of a caryatid, a sculpture representing a woman. It is used in architecture in place of a column or pillar in portals)

Cathedral. Interior. The crypt. 1038. A capital
7332793 Cathedral. Interior. The crypt. 1038. A capital.; Catedral de Vic, Catalonia, Spain; (add.info.: Catedral, Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain); © Paul Maeyaert. All rights reserved 2024

Cathedral. Interior. The crypt. 1038. A capital
7332788 Cathedral. Interior. The crypt. 1038. A capital.; Catedral de Vic, Catalonia, Spain; (add.info.: Catedral, Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain); © Paul Maeyaert. All rights reserved 2024

North-east view of the back of the original altar of St. Bartholomew the Greater, built 1102
FLO5000254 North-east view of the back of the original altar of St. Bartholomew the Greater, built 1102. Door to carnel house at right

The Upper Gallery of the Casa de Pilatos (House of Pilate) is an aristocratic palace in the historical center of
JEB4937068 The Upper Gallery of the Casa de Pilatos (House of Pilate) is an aristocratic palace in the historical center of Seville, Spain

Romanesque art: detail of capitals decorated with animals, church Saint Jacques de Conzac
JEB4932743 Romanesque art: detail of capitals decorated with animals, church Saint Jacques de Conzac, Saint Aulais la Chapelle (Saint-Aulais-la-Chapelle)

The Mulhbrunnen Colonnade in Karlsbad, Czech Republic, c.1915 (postcard)
3434103 The Mulhbrunnen Colonnade in Karlsbad, Czech Republic, c.1915 (postcard); (add.info.: The Mulhbrunnen Colonnade in Karlsbad (Karlovy Vary)

Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna at St Petersburg
2603891 Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna at St Petersburg; (add.info.: Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna at St Petersburg, 29 April 1904, receiving the heroic sailors)

Inauguration of President James K Polk 1845
2601355 Inauguration of President James K Polk 1845; (add.info.: Inauguration of President James K Polk 1845); Universal History Archive/UIG

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"Captivating Columns: From Trinity College to Pompeii, Exploring Architectural Marvels and Historical Significance" The Long Room in the library of Trinity College, Dublin, Republic of Ireland, Europe - A breathtaking sight where towering columns hold the knowledge of centuries within their embrace. Sagrada Familia, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain - Gaudi's masterpiece adorned with intricate columns that seem to reach for the heavens themselves. Euston Arch a98_05420 - An iconic structure that once stood proudly in London as a symbol of architectural grandeur and now lives on through memories and photographs. Pompeii's Ancient Ruins atop Mt Vesuvius - Amongst the remnants lies an extraordinary display of Roman architecture including intact columns that transport us back in time. Classical Orders: Doric, Ionic & Corinthian - These timeless column styles have influenced architecture around the world for millennia; each exuding its unique elegance and grace. Fingal's Cave on Isle of Staffa, Scotland - Nature's own masterpiece featuring hexagonal basalt columns formed by volcanic activity; a testament to Earth's artistic prowess. Sixth Column Strategy: A Tactical Approach - Beyond architecture lies military strategy; this concept explores unconventional methods employed during warfare throughout history. George Square in Glasgow: A Tribute to Scottish Heritage - Majestic statues surrounded by stately columns pay homage to notable figures who shaped Scotland's rich cultural tapestry. Chiswick House J880415: Neo-Palladian Splendor Unveiled- This Georgian villa showcases exquisite symmetry with its colonnaded porticoes standing as symbols of refined taste and opulence. Vivian Terrace in Truro Cornwall: Timeless Charm Preserved- Step into early 20th-century elegance where rows of terraced houses boast ornate ironwork balconies supported by sturdy columns.