Frescoe Collection

Wheel of Life, Tibetan Art, China, Asia

Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, The Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Fresco of a fisherman from Akrotiri, dating from around 1600 BC, island of Santorini (Thira), Cyclades, Greece, Europe

Early 12th Century Frescoes in Bet Maryam, St. Marys Church, Lalibela, Ethiopia, Africa

Shiva lingam in 10th century temple of Sri Brihadeswara (Brihadisvara), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thanjavur (Tanjore), Tamil Nadu, India, Asia

Fresco of children boxing from Akrotiri, dating from around 1600 BC, island of Santorini (Thira), Cyclades, Greece, Europe

Fresco at the Villa dei Misteri, Pompeii, a large Roman town destroyed in 79AD by a volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Sistine Chapel, Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Wall painting from Pompeii, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Dolphin fresco, Knossos, Crete, Greece, Europe

Mural of the Ramayana on wall of the Royal Palace, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Mural paintings, Corridor of the Procession, Minoan, Knossos, island of Crete, Greece, Mediterranean, Europe

Wall painting in the Tomb of Horemheb, Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, Africa

Dolphins, Knossos, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Fresco of bull, Knossos, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Mural showing the god Anubis leaning over mummy of Ramses II, in the Tomb of Sinjin, chief artist to Ramses II, Deir el Medina, Thebes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Wall painting, Sulamani Pahto, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Fresco at the Villa dei Misteri, Pompeii, a large Roman town destroyed in 79AD by a volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Fresco from the House of Venus, Pompeii, a large Roman town destroyed in 79AD by a volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Fresco detail, Knossos, Crete, Greece, Europe

Frescoes in cloister by High Renaissance painter Il Sodoma (Giovanni Antonio Bazzi) painted between 1505 and 1508, of the life of St. Benedict (San Benedetto), showing St

Detail of frescoes in cloister by famous Renaissance painter Luca Signorelli, of the life of St. Benedict (San Benedetto), showing the meeting between Totila, King of Goths, and San Benedetto

Fresco from the House of Venus, Pompeii, a large Roman town destroyed in 79AD by a volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

The "Mercury Pond" in the gardens of the Royal Alcazar of Seville, Andalucia, Spain, Europe. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Frescoes, Pompeii, Campania, Italy

Serbia, Belgrade, Zemun, Church of Holy Virgin

Serbia, Belgrade, Belgrade Fortress, Lower town, St Petka Church

Frescoes In The Monastery Of St. John At Chora, Patmos, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Tunisia, El Jem, Mosaics at Archaeology musuem

Hall of the Fame of the Balbi Family: Allegory of the Fame and Allegorical Figures, detail (fresco)
3606340 Hall of the Fame of the Balbi Family: Allegory of the Fame and Allegorical Figures, detail (fresco) by Castello, Valerio (1624-59) & Mariani

Allegory of the Fame and Allegorical Figures from the Hall of the Fame of the Balbi Family (fresco)
3606337 Allegory of the Fame and Allegorical Figures from the Hall of the Fame of the Balbi Family (fresco) by Castello, Valerio (1624-59) & Mariani

Scenes from the Chapel of Crocetta, 1679-80 (fresco)
3606335 Scenes from the Chapel of Crocetta, 1679-80 (fresco) by Haffner, Enrico (1640-1702) & Guidobono, Bartolomeo (1654-1709); Santuario di Nostra Signora Madonna della Misericordia, Savona

Vault with a bird-eye perspective of the Sanctuary, 1679-80 (fresco)
3606334 Vault with a bird-eye perspective of the Sanctuary, 1679-80 (fresco) by Haffner, Enrico (1640-1702) & Guidobono, Bartolomeo (1654-1709)

Hall of Fame of the Balbi Family: Allegory of the Fame and Allegorical Figures, detail, (fresco)
3606339 Hall of Fame of the Balbi Family: Allegory of the Fame and Allegorical Figures, detail, (fresco) by Castello, Valerio (1624-59) & Mariani

Detail of the vault with a bird-eye perspective of the Sanctuary, 1679-80 (fresco)
3606336 Detail of the vault with a bird-eye perspective of the Sanctuary, 1679-80 (fresco) by Haffner, Enrico (1640-1702) & Guidobono

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Czech Republic, Bohemia, Prague, Wallenstein Palace, exterior frescoes in the loggia

LUINI, Bernardino (1480-1532). Nativity of Mary. 1520-1523. Birth of the Virgin. Frescoe transferred to canvas. Renaissance art. Fresco. ITALY. Milan. Pinacotheca of Brera. Proc: ITALY. Milan

History of medicine. Parturient. Painting. 15th century. Florence. Italy

Etruscan tomb, Tarquinia, Italy, Europe

Wall painting in interior, Christian church of Narga Selassie, island of Dek, Lake Tana, Gondar region, Ethiopia, Africa

Cycle of the Life of the Virgin, St. Joseph and the pretenders, c. 1445 (oil on poplar panel)
XIR414536 Cycle of the Life of the Virgin, St. Joseph and the pretenders, c.1445 (oil on poplar panel) (b/w photo) by Giovanni Francesco da Rimini (c.1420-70); 59.3x29.8 cm; Louvre, Paris

Monastery of St. Prodhomos, one of the old Orthodox churches of Voskopoja, Albania, Europe

Mig-17PF Frescoe at the Aerospace Museum of California, Sacramento, California, United States of America, North America

Old frescoes in the Quseir Amra castle, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jordan, Middle East

Cloud maidens, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Asia

Frescoes at the Plaza Mayor on buildings of the 17th century, Madrid, Spain, Europe

Jesus with angels, Christian frescoes in Sandal Church, Goreme Open Air Museum, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Close-up of wall paintings (frescoes), of Emperor Constantine and Teodosia holding the true cross, St. Barbara Church, Goreme Museum, Goreme, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey

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Frescoe, an ancient art form that has graced the walls and ceilings of various cultures throughout history. From the majestic Wheel of Life in Tibetan Art to the intricate frescoes found in China and Asia, this technique has captivated audiences for centuries. One cannot mention frescoes without acknowledging the awe-inspiring Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Painted by Michelangelo himself, it is a masterpiece that showcases his unparalleled talent and creativity. Traveling back in time, we encounter Early 12th Century Frescoes in Bet Maryam, St. Mary's Church, Lalibela. These vibrant artworks depict biblical scenes with remarkable detail and precision. Venturing further into history, we stumble upon the preserved treasures from Akrotiri. The Fresco of a fisherman captures a moment frozen in time while the Fresco of children boxing reveals glimpses into ancient sporting events. The Villa dei Misteri presents us with another captivating example - its mysterious frescoes leave viewers intrigued and longing for answers about their meaning and purpose. Not forgetting Pompeii's tragic fate, we find remnants of Wall paintings that have survived through time. They offer us a glimpse into daily life during Roman times and remind us how fleeting our existence can be. In India lies Sri Brihadeswara temple where Shiva lingam stands tall amidst stunning frescoes dating back to the 10th century. These murals tell stories of devotion and spirituality etched on temple walls. Transporting ourselves to Egypt's rich past, we discover mesmerizing mural paintings depicting Anubis leaning over Ramses II's mummy within the Tomb of Sinjin - an artistic tribute to one pharaoh's journey beyond life itself. Lastly, let us not overlook smaller yet equally enchanting works such as Dolphin fresco or other Mural paintings scattered across different corners of our world - each telling its own unique story through colors and brushstrokes. Frescoe truly transcends time and borders, connecting us to the artistic expressions of our ancestors.