Corinthian Collection (#15)

Egyptian School Cairo
A school in Cairo. Date: 1912

Boy / Girls / Dog on Steps
A boy, two girls and a dog on the steps of a rather grand- looking house. Date: late 19th century

Syria / Palmya / Pillars
Some of the fine granite pillars and colonnades at Palmyra. Date: 1872

India / Bombay / Elphinstone
Bombay: Elphinstone Circle, an example of classical western architecture Date: circa 1910

Architecture / Friuli
A selection of details from the chapel at Cividale del Friuli. These include interior sculptures, a floor plan and masonry pieces. Date: 1855

St Dunstan / Old Ms
SAINT DUNSTAN Archbishop of Canterbury and Saint Date: 924 - 988

Advert for Mappin & Webbs Christmas presents 1888
Selection of artistic and useful Christmas presents. 1888

Burns Monument Brig Doon
ROBERT BURNS Monument to Scotlands national poet at Brig of Doon Date: 1759 - 1796

Robert Burns / Monument
ROBERT BURNS his monument at Brig of Doon in Scotland, with a crowd of people paying homage Date: 1844

Interior, All Souls Church, Langham Place, London W1
Interior of All Souls Church, Langham Place, London W1. Date: circa 1910s

Convent in Cavendish Square, London W1
Convent of the Holy Child of Jesus in Cavendish Square, London W1. Date: circa 1905

Town Hall, Anvers (Antwerp), Belgium, dating back to the 16th century. Date: circa 1910

Grand Hall of the Hotel Astoria, Brussels, Belgium. Date: circa 1910

Masonic Temple, Salem, Massachusetts, USA. Date: circa 1915

Memorial Organ, New City Hall, Portland, Maine, USA
Herman Kotzschmar Memorial Organ, New City Hall, Portland, Maine, USA, the gift of Cyrus H K Curtis, built in 1909, dedicated in 1912

New York Clearing House, New York, USA
New York Clearing House (Associated Banks), New York, USA, built in 1896. circa 1900s

Lobby of the Sinton Hotel, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
The rather grand Lobby of the Sinton Hotel, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, with almost all of the people looking at the camera. Date: circa 1910

First Christian Church, Liverpool, Ohio, USA
The newly built First Christian Church, Liverpool, Ohio, USA. Date: 1911

Cartoon, Siege de la Colonne de Pompee [Pompeys Pillar, a Roman triumphal column], Science in the Pillory, by James Gillray

Widener Library, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass, USA
The Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library, College Yard, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass, USA. Date: circa 1925

Main Lobby of a large bank, New Orleans, USA
View of the Main Lobby of the Hibernia Bank & Trust Company, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Oenochoe with representation of an army. 630 A. C
Oenochoe with representation of an army. 630 A.C. Following the Corinthian-style. Etruscan art. Ceramics. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. National Library. Proc: ITALY. LAZIO. VITERBO

North Theatre at Jerash (Gerasa), Jordan, Holy Land
Remains of the Roman North Theatre at Jerash (Gerasa), Jordan, Holy Land. Date: 1920s

Great Temple at Jerash (Gerasa), Jordan, Holy Land
Roman ruins of the Great Temple (Temple of Artemis) at Jerash (Gerasa), Jordan, Holy Land. Date: 1920s

Roman site of Jerash (Gerasa), Jordan, Holy Land
View of the Roman site of Jerash (Gerasa), Jordan, Holy Land, with the ruins of the Roman thermal baths. Date: 1920s

Roman colonnade at Jerash (Gerasa), Jordan, Holy Land
Remains of the Roman colonnade at Jerash (Gerasa), Jordan, Holy Land. Date: 1920s

Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London, with reconstruction to the stonework taking place. The Floral Hall is just visible on the left

St Jamess Theatre, London
View of St Jamess Theatre, London, where George Alexander was theatre manager. Date: early 20th century

Brandenburg Gate, Luisenplatz, Potsdam, Germany. Date: circa 1900

Union Trust Company, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Interior of the Union Trust Company banking building, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. Date: 1924

Paris, France - Eglise de La Madeleine. Date: circa 1900

Paris, France - Eglise Saint Vincent de Paul. Date: 1850

Paris, France - Eglise de Sorbonne. Date: 1831

Paris, France - La Bourse. Date: circa 1839

The Exchange, Sydney, Australia. Date: circa 1890s

Interior of Arras Cathedral after German shell fire, WW1
View of the interior of Arras Cathedral after German shell fire, on the Western Front in France during World War One, taken from the altar at the east end. Date: circa 1917

MGM Studios, Culver City, California, USA
MGM (Metro Goldwyn Mayer) Studios, Culver City, California, USA. Date: circa 1930s

Bath House, Long Beach, California, USA, with people relaxing on the beach in front. Date: 20th century

Metropolitan Police centenary celebrations, Hyde Park
Scene at the Metropolitan Police centenary celebrations, showing police officers in their uniforms marching past the Wellington Arch into Hyde Park, Central London

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Composite Corinthian
Artokoloro

Temple of Saturn Forum Temple of Castor and Pollux Rome Italy Resubmit--In response
Temple of Saturn Forum Temple of Castor and Pollux, Rome, Italy

Architectural detail of the Pantheon in the 5th Arrondissement, Paris, France

France, Nimes, the Maison Carree is a an ancient roman Roman temple completed in 16 BC
France, Nimes, the Maison Carree is a an ancient roman temple completed in 16 BC

France, South of France, St. Remy, Glanum, fortified Roman town in Provence
France, St. Remy, Glanum, fortified Roman town in Provence. Ruins of the Temple of Valetudo

Turkey, Izmir Province, Bergama, Pergamon. Ancient cultural center. Temple of Trajan on the acropolis.UNESCO Heritage site

Turkey, Izmir Province, Bergama, Pergamon. Ancient cultural center. Temple of Trajan on the acropolis. UNESCO Heritage site

Turkey, Ephesus. Celsus Library, built in AD 114-117 by Tiberius for his father, facade uses 4 pairs of Ionic columns topped with Corinthian columns

MARCUS TULLIUS speech to the people of Rome
MARCUS TULLIUS the Roman writer, statesman and orator delivering a speech to the people of Rome

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"Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Corinthian: From Classical Orders to Iconic Structures" Step into the world of architectural marvels as we uncover the captivating allure of Corinthian. This exquisite style, one of the three Classical Orders alongside Doric and Ionic columns, has left an indelible mark on history. Imagine yourself transported to ancient Rome, where Cicero's powerful speeches echoed through grand halls adorned with Corinthian columns. The Claverton Street Chapel in London pays homage to this timeless design, showcasing its elegance even in a modern setting. But it is Greece that truly embraced Corinthian's splendor. In Athens, Hadrian's Library stands proudly as a testament to Roman Emperor Hadrian's vision. And amidst the ruins of the Roman Forum captured by Robert MacPherson in 1867, Corinthian columns still stand tall, whispering stories from centuries past. Architecture enthusiasts will appreciate Charles Lawrie's engraved masterpiece depicting the Orders of Architecture. Here, Doric, Ionic and Corinthian column capitals are meticulously illustrated – each boasting its unique charm and character. Venturing further afield brings us to Al Khazneh Temple in Petra, Jordan – an awe-inspiring structure adorned with intricate Corinthian details. Meanwhile, Rome beckons with its iconic Arch of Titus and Temple of Vesta; both exemplifying how this architectural style transcends time and borders. Whether you find yourself exploring Syria's Palmyra or wandering through Homs Governate – remnants like the Funerary Temple and Arab Citadel showcase how even amidst turmoil, these magnificent structures endure. Corinthian remains a symbol of beauty frozen in stone - an eternal reminder that artistry can withstand the test of time.