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Norman Style Collection

"Norman Style: A Timeless Architectural Legacy" Step into the grandeur of Norman style, a captivating architectural era that has left its mark across Europe

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Durham Cathedral (Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of Durham)

Durham Cathedral (Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of Durham)
The Cathedral Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of Durham, usually known as Durham Cathedral and home of the Shrine of St Cuthbert, is a cathedral in the city of Durham

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Durham Castle And Cathedral In Evening; Durham, England

Durham Castle And Cathedral In Evening; Durham, England

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Album 'Erinnerungen Zum 15 November 1904': View of Castel dell'Ovo, Naples

Album "Erinnerungen Zum 15 November 1904": View of Castel dell'Ovo, Naples
3560665 Album "Erinnerungen Zum 15 November 1904": View of Castel dell'Ovo, Naples; (add.info.: Naples 1904 Date of Artwork: XII sec. ca)

Background imageNorman Style Collection: View of the right side of the Cathedral of Palermo: on the piazza

View of the right side of the Cathedral of Palermo: on the piazza, between two small towers are a wide portico
3559827 View of the right side of the Cathedral of Palermo: on the piazza, between two small towers are a wide portico and three pointed arcades, a splendid example of gothic Catalan architecture

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Ruins of Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight

Ruins of Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight
3569119 Ruins of Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight; (add.info.: Isle of Wight, Carisbrooke, Great Britain 1865 ca. Date of Artwork: XII sec. ca)

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Ravello, Amalfi coast, Salerno, Campania, Italy. The cloister of villa Cimbrone

Ravello, Amalfi coast, Salerno, Campania, Italy. The cloister of villa Cimbrone

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Antique illustration of Bayeux Tapestry

Antique illustration of Bayeux Tapestry

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Tower of London

Tower of London, seen from the land side

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Ruins of the Chapter House, Much Wenlock Abbey, Shropshire, England

Ruins of the Chapter House, Much Wenlock Abbey, Shropshire, England
Originally founded as an Abbey around 680AD, Much Wenlock Priory is on the outskirts of Much Wenlock, Shropshire, England

Background imageNorman Style Collection: West Front of Tintern Abbey, Monmouthshire, Wales

West Front of Tintern Abbey, Monmouthshire, Wales
Tintern Abbey, in Monmouthshire, Wales, was founded in 1131 beside the River Wye - the boundary between Wales and England

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Mosaic of the royal hunt (close up), the Fountain Room, 1165-67

Mosaic of the royal hunt (close up), the Fountain Room, 1165-67
3573997 Mosaic of the royal hunt (close up), the Fountain Room, 1165-67 by Unknown Artist, (12th century); Zisa Museum, Palermo, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: Mosaic of the royal hunt (close up)

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Inner view of the Cathedral of Monreale, view of the aisle

Inner view of the Cathedral of Monreale, view of the aisle
3562355 Inner view of the Cathedral of Monreale, view of the aisle by Sommer, Giorgio (1834-1914); (add.info.: Cathedral, Monreale 1865-1870 Date of Artwork: 1174-1176)

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti in Palermo, detail of the domes

Church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti in Palermo, detail of the domes
3560271 Church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti in Palermo, detail of the domes by Incorpora, Giuseppe (1834-1914); (add.info.: Palermo 1880-1890 Date of Artwork: 1136 Photographer: Incorpora)

Background imageNorman Style Collection: The Baptistry, Canterbury Cathedral

The Baptistry, Canterbury Cathedral
The Baptistery (sic) at Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury, Kent, the burial place of many of the early Archbishops of Canterbury

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Italy, Sicily, Palermo Province, Cefalu. Detail of an exterior wooden door on the Cefalu

Italy, Sicily, Palermo Province, Cefalu. Detail of an exterior wooden door on the Cefalu Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Chapel in the Tower of London (1871 engraving)

Chapel in the Tower of London (1871 engraving)
St Johns Chapel in the Tower of London in an engraving from Collins Illustrated Guide to London and Neighbourhood, price one shilling; published by William Collins, Sons & Company, London, in 1871

Background imageNorman Style Collection: West Facade of Winchester Cathedral, Hampshire, England

West Facade of Winchester Cathedral, Hampshire, England
Winchester Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral in Winchester, Hampshire, England. It is one of the largest cathedrals in England

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Norman manor house

Norman manor house

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Bayeux Tapestry Illustration

Bayeux Tapestry Illustration
Illustration of Bayeux Tapestry showing invading Norman ships

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Peterborough Castle

Peterborough Castle - Norman-style frontage, small steeples. Part of Box 3 Boswell Collection Series of Ancient Britain. Date: circa 1900

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Rochester Cathedral

Rochester Cathedral
Antique illustration of a Rochester Cathedral

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Heart of Martorana at Palermo

Heart of Martorana at Palermo

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Carew Castle, Pembrokeshire, West Wales, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Carew Castle, Pembrokeshire, West Wales, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Digital illustration of twin-towered facade of Roman Catholic Duomo di Cefalu

Digital illustration of twin-towered facade of Roman Catholic Duomo di Cefalu

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Illustration of Norman helmet

Illustration of Norman helmet

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Carlisle Castle (engraving)

Carlisle Castle (engraving)
XJF448262 Carlisle Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carlisle Castle, in the city of Carlisle, Cumbria)

Background imageNorman Style Collection: France, Basse-Normandie, Mont Saint-Michel

France, Basse-Normandie, Mont Saint-Michel
A magical island topped by a gravity-defying medieval monastery, the Mont-Saint-Michel counts among Frances most stunning sight

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Cloister of Paradise inside Amalfi cathedral, Campania, Italy

Cloister of Paradise inside Amalfi cathedral, Campania, Italy
Interior details of the white cloister of the Duomo di Amalfi, also called Chiostro del Paradiso ( Cloister of Paradise ) on Amalfi Coast, Campania, Italy, a UNESCO heritage site

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Majestic Cloister of Paradise ( Chiostro del Paradiso ) inside Amalfi Cathedral, Campania, Italy

Majestic Cloister of Paradise ( Chiostro del Paradiso ) inside Amalfi Cathedral, Campania, Italy
Interior details of Chiostro del Paradiso ( Cloister of Paradise ) inside Amalfi cathedral, Campania, Italy, a UNESCO Heritage site

Background imageNorman Style Collection: Chiostro del Paradiso interior details, Amalfi

Chiostro del Paradiso interior details, Amalfi
Interior details of Chiostro del Paradiso (or Cloister of Paradise ) inside Amalfi cathedral, Campania, Italy

Background imageNorman Style Collection: The church of St. Anne, Alderney, Channel Islands, United Kingdom, Europe

The church of St. Anne, Alderney, Channel Islands, United Kingdom, Europe



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"Norman Style: A Timeless Architectural Legacy" Step into the grandeur of Norman style, a captivating architectural era that has left its mark across Europe. From the majestic Durham Cathedral, with its awe-inspiring spires reaching towards the heavens, to the enchanting Durham Castle and Cathedral in evening's golden glow, these structures embody the essence of this unique design. Delve into history as you explore an antique illustration of the Bayeux Tapestry, showcasing intricate scenes from medieval times. Travel further south to Ravello on Italy's Amalfi coast and discover the cloister of Villa Cimbrone, where Norman influences blend harmoniously with breathtaking views over Salerno and Campania. The Tower of London stands tall as a testament to Norman architecture's strength and fortitude. Its imposing presence evokes tales of kings and queens who once walked within its walls. Venture to Much Wenlock Abbey in Shropshire, England, where ruins whisper stories of bygone chapters in hushed tones. Cross borders to Wales and witness the West Front of Tintern Abbey rise majestically against a backdrop of lush greenery. Marvel at mosaic masterpieces like "The Royal Hunt" adorning the Fountain Room or immerse yourself in Monreale Cathedral's inner sanctum with its mesmerizing aisles. Journeying to Palermo reveals treasures such as San Giovanni degli Eremiti Church - each dome intricately crafted with precision. The Baptistry within Canterbury Cathedral beckons visitors closer for moments of reflection amidst stunning stained glass windows. Finally, Sicily unveils yet another gem - Cefalu - where an exterior wooden door captures attention with ornate carvings telling tales untold. Intricate details intertwine throughout these diverse locations united by their shared admiration for Norman style architecture – an enduring legacy that continues to captivate hearts worldwide.