Gothic Architecture Collection

Co Tipperary, Thurles Cathedral, Ireland

GEUR2D-00005
North rose window of Chartres Cathedral, depicting the glorification of the Virgin Mary, c. 1230 A.D. France. Digital photograph

Westminster Abbey, London
Westminster Abbey, seen from the Choir. Color lithograph reproduction of an illustration

Gothic Architecture (engraving)
3650034 Gothic Architecture (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gothic Architecture)

The unfinished church in St. Georges, Bermuda, Central America
The unfinished church in St. George s, Bermuda, Central America

New College, Oxford, from Oxonia Illustrata, published 1675 (engraving)
NCO183651 New College, Oxford, from Oxonia Illustrata, published 1675 (engraving) by Loggan, David (1633/35-92); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Budapest - Danube Architecture
Warm sunlight spotlights the Chain Bridge and the Hungarian Parliament Building against a blue sky and Danube River

Durham Cathedral (w / c, pen & ink on paper)
XYC284403 Durham Cathedral (w/c, pen & ink on paper) by Dayes, Edward (1763-1804); 26.2x39.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Gothic Town Hall, Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Visit of the Angel, from the right wing of the Buxtehude Altar, 1400-10 (tempera
XKH145294 Visit of the Angel, from the right wing of the Buxtehude Altar, 1400-10 (tempera on panel) by Master Bertram of Minden (c.1345-c.1415); Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German

Life of infant Jesus. facade of the Strasbourg cathedral (relief)
8711466 Life of infant Jesus. facade of the Strasbourg cathedral (relief); (add.info.: Strasbourg Cathedral. Western facade. Life of infant Jesus. Strasbourg. France.); © Pascal Deloche/Godong.

View of the Gothic cloister of the Monastery of Santa Maria de Pedralbe founded at the beginning of the 14th century by
AIS5342024 View of the Gothic cloister of the Monastery of Santa Maria de Pedralbe founded at the beginning of the 14th century by Elisenda de Montcada in Barcelona (drawing); © Iberfoto.

Arcades of Notre Dame de Chartres cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France, 1194-1290 (photo)
AIS5361663 Arcades of Notre Dame de Chartres cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France, 1194-1290 (photo); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres, France; (add.info.: Gothic architecture.); © Iberfoto.

Cast of the Rood Screen, 16th century (sculpture)
8617806 Cast of the Rood Screen, 16th century (sculpture); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Cast of the Rood Screen of the Saint Stefen Cathedral in Limoge)

Basilica of Saint Peter's, Avignon, 14th century
7264881 Basilica of Saint Peter's, Avignon, 14th century; Church of St. Peter, Avignon, France; (add.info.: The 14th century Gothic Basilique Saint-Pierre d'Avignon - the catholic basilica of)

Batalha Monastery. Late Gothic architecture, intermingled with the Manueline style. Western portal
7141091 Batalha Monastery. Late Gothic architecture, intermingled with the Manueline style. Western portal. St John the evangelist. Portugal.; © Pascal Deloche/Godong.

The facade of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph)
7072633 The facade of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph); Notre Dame, Paris, France; © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024.

The facade of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph)
7072631 The facade of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph); Notre Dame, Paris, France; © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024.

Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (photo)
7062852 Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (photo); Duomo di San Gennaro, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy); Photo © Stefano Baldini.

Claustro Real, Batalha Monastery, Portugal (photo)
6436312 Claustro Real, Batalha Monastery, Portugal (photo); Batalha, Portugal; (add.info.: The Royal Cloister. The monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Stained glass window in the Sala do Capitulo or Chapterhouse, Batalha Monastery, Portugal, 1514 (photo)
6436163 Stained glass window in the Sala do Capitulo or Chapterhouse, Batalha Monastery, Portugal, 1514 (photo); (add.info.: The window shows a triptych of Christ's Passion and dates from 1514)

Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (photo)
7062856 Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (photo); Duomo di San Gennaro, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy); Photo © Stefano Baldini.

Capelo do Fundador, Batalha Monastery, Portugal (photo)
6436190 Capelo do Fundador, Batalha Monastery, Portugal (photo); (add.info.: The Founder's Chapel. The monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site)

The facade of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph)
7072636 The facade of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph); Notre Dame, Paris, France; © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024.

The facade of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph)
7072634 The facade of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph); Notre Dame, Paris, France; © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024.

Detail of the facade of Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris, 2014 (photograph)
7072632 Detail of the facade of Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris, 2014 (photograph); Notre Dame, Paris, France; © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024.

The arrow of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph)
7072629 The arrow of the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 2014 (photograph); Notre Dame, Paris, France; © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024.

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Arriving the Place Chatelet around the Saint Jacques tower
LUX4817827 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Arriving the Place Chatelet around the Saint Jacques tower, 1862 - advertising on immmeuble

Gothic architecture: view of the western facade of the Cathedrale Saint Stephen in Toul (Meurthe and Moselle)
JEB4962190 Gothic architecture: view of the western facade of the Cathedrale Saint Stephen in Toul (Meurthe and Moselle); (add.info.: Gothic architecture)

Gothic architecture: view of the western facade of the Cathedrale Saint Stephen in Toul (Meurthe and Moselle)
JEB4962173 Gothic architecture: view of the western facade of the Cathedrale Saint Stephen in Toul (Meurthe and Moselle); (add.info.: Gothic architecture)

View of the Saint Jacques la Boucherie district from the rue Saint Denis in Paris with the tower Saint Jacques
ELD4959811 View of the Saint Jacques la Boucherie district from the rue Saint Denis in Paris with the tower Saint Jacques, where the church of Saint Jacques-la-Boucherie was located around 1797

Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
3077790 Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame; (add.info.: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame)

Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
3077789 Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame; (add.info.: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame)

Photographic print of the tower of the Soissons Cathedral
3077690 Photographic print of the tower of the Soissons Cathedral; (add.info.: Photographic print of the tower of the Soissons Cathedral, a Gothic cathedral in Soissons, France)

View of the central nave of the Cathedrale Saint-Etienne in Bourges in le Cher (photo)
AIS5361628 View of the central nave of the Cathedrale Saint-Etienne in Bourges in le Cher (photo); Cathedral of St. Etienne, Bourges, France; © Iberfoto.

Vault of the central nave of the cathedral of Santa Barbara in Kutna Hora, Czech Republic
AIS5377138 Vault of the central nave of the cathedral of Santa Barbara in Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, built by Peter Parler (1330-1399) and completed by Benedikt Rietl (1454-1534)

View of the cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 1902 (postcard)
FGL5502796 View of the cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, 1902 (postcard); Fototeca Gilardi.

The remains of a church, in Gothic style, with two figures, a man sitting and a woman standing, through the window
MMM5484772 The remains of a church, in Gothic style, with two figures, a man sitting and a woman standing, through the window, a road that meanders over white cliffs

Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (photo)
7062854 Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy (photo); Duomo di San Gennaro, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: Naples cathedral, Naples, Italy); Photo © Stefano Baldini.

Cathedrale Notre Dame de Paris, circa 1850 (engraving)
6438114 Cathedrale Notre Dame de Paris, circa 1850 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geography. France. Cathedrale Notre Dame de Paris from the square. Engraving, France, circa 1850. Coll)

Mosteiro de Santa Maria, Alcobaca, Portugal (photo)
6436254 Mosteiro de Santa Maria, Alcobaca, Portugal (photo); (add.info.: Alcobaca, Leiria District, Portugal. Folkloric dancing group performing in front of Mosteiro de Santa Maria)

Mosteiro de Santa Maria, Alcobaca, Portugal (photo)
6436214 Mosteiro de Santa Maria, Alcobaca, Portugal (photo); (add.info.: Alcobaca, Leiria District, Portugal. Mosteiro de Santa Maria. Santa Maria Monastery)

Interior of the basilica Sainte-Marie-Madeleine of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume
7125755 Interior of the basilica Sainte-Marie-Madeleine of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume; (add.info.: Basilica Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume. Interior of the basilica)

Interior of the basilica Sainte-Marie-Madeleine of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume
7125753 Interior of the basilica Sainte-Marie-Madeleine of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume; (add.info.: Basilica Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume. Interior of the basilica)

Batalha Monastery, Portugal (photo)
6436157 Batalha Monastery, Portugal (photo); Batalha, Portugal; (add.info.: Batalha, Leiria District, Portugal. Mosteiro da Batalha. Batalha Monastery. Claustro Real. The Royal Cloister)

Exterior detail. St Stephen's Cathedral in Metz, 12th-15th Century (photo)
6435649 Exterior detail. St Stephen's Cathedral in Metz, 12th-15th Century (photo); Cathedral of St. Etienne, Metz, France; © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024.

Batalha Monastery. Late Gothic architecture, intermingled with the Manueline style. Western portal. Sculpture. Portugal
7141095 Batalha Monastery. Late Gothic architecture, intermingled with the Manueline style. Western portal. Sculpture. Portugal.; © Pascal Deloche/Godong.

Batalha Monastery. Late Gothic architecture, intermingled with the Manueline style. Western portal. Apostle. Portugal
7141094 Batalha Monastery. Late Gothic architecture, intermingled with the Manueline style. Western portal. Apostle. Portugal.; © Pascal Deloche/Godong.

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Gothic architecture, with its intricate designs and towering structures, has left an indelible mark on the world. From the majestic Thurles Cathedral in Co Tipperary, Ireland to the iconic Westminster Abbey in London, these architectural wonders are a testament to human creativity and ingenuity. One cannot help but be captivated by the enchanting beauty of New College in Oxford, as depicted in the 1675 engraving from Oxonia Illustrata. The delicate details and grandeur of this Gothic masterpiece transport us back to a time when craftsmanship was revered. Across Europe, from Budapest's Danube Architecture to Munich's Gothic Town Hall in Bavaria, Germany, one can witness how this style transcended borders and became a symbol of cultural identity. Each structure tells its own story through its unique design elements and historical significance. Durham Cathedral stands proudly amidst England's North Yorkshire landscape. With watercolor brushstrokes capturing its essence on paper, it reminds us of the enduring legacy that Gothic architecture has bestowed upon our world. Venturing further into Central America brings us to St. Georges' unfinished church in Bermuda. This hauntingly beautiful structure serves as a reminder that even incomplete works can possess an ethereal charm that leaves visitors awe-struck. The Buxtehude Altar's right wing painting "Visit of the Angel" transports us back to medieval times when artistry flourished alongside architectural marvels. Its tempera colors evoke emotions while showcasing how Gothic art seamlessly blended with architecture during this period. Finally, an aerial view at sunset reveals Santa Maria del Carmine church in Pavia, Lombardy - a true gem nestled within Italy's picturesque landscapes. Its soaring spires against the backdrop of golden hues remind us why Gothic architecture continues to inspire awe centuries later. Whether it is Thurles Cathedral or York Minster or any other magnificent example across continents – Gothic architecture remains an everlasting testament to human creativity, craftsmanship, and the power of architectural design to transcend time and borders.