Lancet Window Collection

The Episcopalian Church of St. Mary, Carden-Place, Aberdeen, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Episcopalian Church of St. Mary, Carden-Place, Aberdeen, 1864. Our Engraving shows its external design, the merit of which belongs chiefly to the Rev. F. G

Whitby Abbey from the North-East, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire
STC130629 Whitby Abbey from the North-East, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire, engraved by George Hawkins (1819-52), 1843 (colour litho) by Richardson

Interior view of the choir, begun after 1284 (photo)
MAE171272 Interior view of the choir, begun after 1284 (photo) by French School, (13th century); Beauvais Cathedral, Beauvais

Exterior view of the east end (photo)
MAE170571 Exterior view of the east end (photo) by French School; Beauvais Cathedral, Beauvais, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

View of Coutances Cathedral from the east (photo)
MAE172195 View of Coutances Cathedral from the east (photo) by French School, (13th century); Coutances, Normandy, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Sainte Chapelle, 1266 (photo)
MAE172185 Sainte Chapelle, 1266 (photo) by French School, (13th century); Abbey Church of St.-Germer-de-Fly, France; (add.info)

Rievaulx Abbey, the Transept and Choir, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire
STC130636 Rievaulx Abbey, the Transept and Choir, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire, engraved by George Hawkins (1819-52), 1843 (colour litho) by Richardson

Exterior view of the east end (photo)
XIR223885 Exterior view of the east end (photo) by French School; Beauvais Cathedral, Beauvais, France; French, out of copyright

Detail of Rochsburg Castle in Saxony (oil on canvas)
XKH145552 Detail of Rochsburg Castle in Saxony (oil on canvas) by Carmiencke, Johann Herman (1810-67); Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Gothic Church, 1831 (oil on canvas)
XKH204867 Gothic Church, 1831 (oil on canvas) by Ainmiller, Max Emanuel (1807-70); 73x53 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Interior view, towards the east, of Johanneskirche, Utrecht
XKH145201 Interior view, towards the east, of Johanneskirche, Utrecht, 15th September 1636 (pen over pencil and watercolour on paper) by Saenredam

Rievaulx Abbey, from the East Front, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire
STC130634 Rievaulx Abbey, from the East Front, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire, engraved by George Hawkins (1819-52), 1843 (colour litho) by Richardson

Double Flying Buttresses from the east end (photo)
MAE172184 Double Flying Buttresses from the east end (photo) by French School, (13th century); Soissons Cathedral, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

West facade, c. 1225-50 (stone) (detail)
MAE170065 West facade, c.1225-50 (stone) (detail) by English School, (13th century); Wells Cathedral, Somerset, UK; ePaul Maeyaert; English, out of copyright

Scenes from The Life of St. Francis: St. Francis Praying at St. Damian; St
BBC195165 Scenes from The Life of St. Francis: St. Francis Praying at St. Damian; St. Francis Renounces his Fathers Goods and Earthly Wealth; The Dream of Innocent III (1161-1216) 1296-97 (fresco)

Dunbrody Abbey, County Wexford, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland
KW131446 Dunbrody Abbey, County Wexford, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland by George Virtue, 1860s (engraving) by Bartlett

Jerpoint Abbey, County Kilkenny, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland
KW131100 Jerpoint Abbey, County Kilkenny, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland by George Virtue, 1860s (engraving) by Bartlett

The Rock of Cashel, County Tipperary, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities
KW131077 The Rock of Cashel, County Tipperary, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland by George Virtue, 1860s (engraving) by Bartlett

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The lancet window, with its slender and pointed arch, is a hallmark of Gothic architecture. Its elegant design can be seen in various structures around the world, showcasing both the exterior and interior beauty it brings. One such example is Whitby Abbey from the North-East, captured in The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire. The majestic ruins stand tall against the sky, adorned with lancet windows that allow light to filter through delicately. Stepping inside, we are greeted by an enchanting sight - an interior view of the choir that was begun after 1284. Here, rows of lancet windows line the walls, creating a mesmerizing play of light and shadow as they illuminate the space. Moving outside again, we encounter another captivating display - an exterior view of the east end. This photo captures Lancet windows adorning this architectural marvel in all their glory. Traveling further afield to Coutances Cathedral in France provides yet another stunning example. Viewed from the east side, this grand cathedral showcases intricate lancet windows that add grace and sophistication to its overall design. Across Europe lies Sainte Chapelle; built-in 1266 and renowned for its breathtaking stained glass work. Within its walls lie numerous lancet windows that showcase vibrant colors dancing across sunlight-filled spaces. Closer to home at Rievaulx Abbey in Yorkshire stands a testament to Gothic splendor. The Transept and Choir exhibit exquisite these arched wonders amidst nature's embrace as depicted in The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire. A detail-oriented perspective takes us on a journey to Rochsburg Castle in Saxony where oil on canvas immortalizes every intricacy including delicate lancet windows which lend an air of mystery within castle walls. In contrast to ancient structures comes Gothic Church painted on canvas back in 1831; here too we see how artists were captivated by these iconic elements that define gothic architecture throughout history.