Obelisk Collection (#49)

Fluorite. The specimens at bottom right and middle right are in their natural form, the specimen at centre had been polished and all the other specimens have been cut and polished

St Lukes Hospital for Lunatics, London, England, 19th century artwork. This mental asylum was founded in 1751, the second such institution to be built in London

Egyptian galleon, 17th century
Egyptian galleon. Engraved illustration showing an Egyptian galleon at sea. On the deck can be seen two long stone obelisks. The ship has both sails and oars

The Rollright Stones, an ancient site on the border of Oxfordshire and Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Art Gallery and Asenid Monument, memorial statue of the Assen Brothers, Asenovtsi Park, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria, Europe

Obelisk, Gyulafehervar Citadel, Alba Julia, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Marconi obelisk, Guglielmo Marconi Square, EUR district, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Place de la Concorde and Eiffel Tower in the evening, Paris, France, Europe

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Detail of Victory monument at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Victory monument at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Victory monument at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Victory monument at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Detail of the Victory monument at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

USA, Washington, D. C. American flags surround the Washington Monument
USA, Washington, D.C. American flags surround the Washington Monument

USA, Washington, D. C. American flags at the Washington Monument
USA, Washington, D.C. American flags at the Washington Monument

Europe, Italy, Rome, The Vatican. View from St. Peters square from dome of St. Peter s

King Ezanas Stele is the central obelisk still standing in the Northern Stelae Park, Axum, Ethiopia, Africa

Place de la Concorde at Night
A view of Place de la Concorde at Night

Argentina - Buenos Aires - The Obelisk. Photo (40/40) from a fold-out set

Argentina - Buenos Aires - Avenida 9 de Julio

Memorial to the Battle of Plassey, West Bengal, India
Memorial obelisk to the Battle of Plassey (23 June 1757), West Bengal, India. The battle established British rule in India for the next 90 years. It took place at Palashi, West Bengal

Mestni Square and St Nicholas Cathedral, Ljubljana, Slovenia
View of Mestni Square with an obelisk fountain and the twin towers and green dome of St Nicholas Cathedral in Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia

Piazza del Popolo and obelisk, Rome, Italy
View of the Piazza del Popolo in Rome, Italy, with the Egyptian obelisk of Rameses II from Heliopolis (known as the Obelisco Flaminio) in the centre, brought to Rome in 10 BC

Granite quarry, Aswan, Egypt
Granite quarry, Aswan, unfinished obelisk, 41.75 m = 137 ft, 1152 tons, cracked. If it had remained whole, it would have been the largest obelisk ever raised. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Temple of Karnak, obelisk erected by Queen Hatshepsut seen through a doorway. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Two Monuments of London
Illustration showing the obelisk, Cleopatras Needle on the Thames Embankment in Central London with the Hotel Cecil in the background

Serpentine Column and Theodosius Obelisk
The three intertwined bronze serpents were the base of a trophy which once stood in the Temple of Apollo in Delphi. Dedicated to the God Apollo by the 31 Greek cities who defeated the Persians at

Naseby, Northamptonshire
Obelisk on the battlefield of Naseby, Northamptonshire, where on 14 July 1645 Cromwell and Fairfax inflicted a decisive defeat on the Royalist army of Charles I

English Cemetery - Uskudar (Scutari)
The English Cemetery at Scutari (Uskudar)

The Obelisk Ship Cleopatra off Gravesend, 1878
Engraving showing the obelisk ship Cleopatra off Gravesend, Kent, nearing the end of its voyage from Egypt in 1878. The Cleopatra was a cylinder ship built around Cleopatras Needle

The Raising of Cleopatras Needle in London, 1878
Engraving showing four scenes during the raising of the Cleopatras Needle, an ancient Egyptian obelisk, on the Victoria Thames Embankment, London, 1878

Rolling the Obelisk Ship Cleopatra down the Alexandra Beac
Engraving showing the obelisk ship Cleopatra, containing Cleopatras Needle, down the Caesarium Beach at Alexandria, Egypt, 1878

The Obelisk Ship Cleopatra, Westminster, 1878
Engraving showing the Obelisk ship Cleopatra, with Cleopatras Needle aboard, off Westminster Bridge, London, 1878

The Voyage of Cleopatras Needle to England, 1878
Engraving showing the obelisk ship Cleopatra (nearest) and its tug, in the background, crossing the Bay of Biscay on passage from Egypt to London, 1878

Voyage of the Obelisk Ship Cleopatra to London, 1878
Series of engravings showing features of the journey of Cleopatras Needle, the ancient Egyptian obelisk, from Egypt to London in 1878

Daviess Portable Fire Escape, Blackfriars, London, 1849
Engraving showing a portable fire escape, designed by Mr. Davies and used by the Royal Society for Protection of Life from Fire, stationed at the Obelisk, Blackfriars Road, London, 1849

Cleopatras Needle, proposed position
A colour illustration of Cleopatras Needle in the proposed position at Westminister. The obelisk now stands on the Victoria Embankment

Transporting Cleopatras Needle
Transportation of the obelisk down the Thames, at Westminister Bridge. The cylinder ship had to be abandoned in the Bay of Biscay due to the stormy conditions of the initial leg of the journey

Raising Cleopatras Needle
Cleopatras Needle, the Thames Embankment. The complicated structure that was used to lever the 180 ton obelisk into position

Obelisk at Luxor
The remaining in situ obelisk before the main front entrance to the Temple at Luxor. The sister obelisk was moved to the Place de la Concorde in Paris

Luxor Temple (Detail)
The front Pylon at Luxor showing the massive seated statues of Rameses II and the empty base of the obelisk now standing in the Place de la Concorde, Paris

Luxor (Front View)
The Great front Pylon of Luxor Temple, which originally was fronted by 6 statues of Rameses II, two sitting and four standing. Built around 1250 BC

Temple of Luxor / Egypt
A detail looking through the front Pylon at Luxor toward the columned hall beyond. The two weathered forms of Rameses II sit in stately pose behind the one remaining obelisk

Black Stele / Shalmaneser
This obelisk of black marble was found by Layard in the centre of the mound of Nimrud, and it is now in the British Museum. The four sides depict the life of Shalmaneser III

Obelisk, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Square at night, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, Europe

The obelisks on high plateau of Petra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jordan, Middle East

Fontana dei Fiumi, Piazza Navona, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

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The obelisk, a timeless symbol of grandeur and history, can be found in various iconic locations around the world. In St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Rome, Italy, it stands tall as a testament to architectural brilliance and religious significance. Its towering presence commands attention and awe from all who visit this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site. But the obelisk doesn't limit itself to Europe alone; it also graces other corners of the globe with its majestic allure. In Stratford Broadway, East London, it adds an air of elegance to the bustling cityscape. Standing proudly amidst modernity, it serves as a reminder of the area's rich heritage. Traveling further south brings us to One Tree Hill in Auckland, New Zealand—a famous landmark adorned by an obelisk that overlooks breathtaking panoramic views. This fusion of nature and man-made marvel creates an enchanting atmosphere for visitors seeking solace or inspiration. Back in Rome lies another remarkable sight—the Piazza Navona—where an oil on canvas painting captures its vibrant essence. The obelisk at this lively square is surrounded by stunning Baroque architecture and exudes a sense of timelessness amidst the hustle and bustle. Venturing into Boston during yesteryears reveals yet another glimpse into history with a bird's-eye view chromolithograph showcasing the city's charm. Amongst its many landmarks stands an impressive obelisk that adds character to Boston's evolving skyline. Across continents in Buenos Aires, Argentina stands El Obelisco—an emblematic structure that has become synonymous with this vibrant South American city. It serves as both a meeting point for locals and tourists alike while representing their shared pride in their culture. Whether adorning squares like Piazza del Popolo or Piazza della Rotonda alongside ancient wonders like The Pantheon or standing tall against modern backdrops like St Peter’s Square—the obelisks continue to captivate hearts and minds.