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Obelisk Collection (page 6)

The obelisk, a timeless symbol of grandeur and history, can be found in various iconic locations around the world. In St

Background imageObelisk Collection: The annual regatta of the Clydesdale Amateur Rowing Club, recently held at Glasgow, 1862

The annual regatta of the Clydesdale Amateur Rowing Club, recently held at Glasgow, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The annual regatta of the Clydesdale Amateur Rowing Club, recently held at Glasgow, 1862. This regatta - the "Scottish Henley" - which came off at Glasgow, on Thursday and Friday

Background imageObelisk Collection: Cleopatra's Needle, Alexandria, 1862. Creator: Unknown

Cleopatra's Needle, Alexandria, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Cleopatra's Needle, Alexandria, 1862. Engraving from a sketch by Captain E. Ostley. Public attention has been directed to the Alexandrian obelisk, popularly known as Cleopatra's Needle

Background imageObelisk Collection: obelisk of the Temple of Ra-Atum, Heliopolis, Egypt

obelisk of the Temple of Ra-Atum, Heliopolis, Egypt
The major surviving remnant of Heliopolis is the obelisk of the Temple of Ra-Atum erected by Senusret I of Dynasty XII. It still stands in its original position

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Obelisk of Axum in Ethiopia

The Obelisk of Axum in Ethiopia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1843

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Lake at Jephson Gardens, Leamington Spa

The Lake at Jephson Gardens, Leamington Spa
A GWR Publicity view of the lake at the Jephson Gardens in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, c.1920s. Children are playing round the edge of the lake with the Jephson Memorial

Background imageObelisk Collection: Axum, Ethiopia, East Africa - Monolithic Stele - 1st century

Axum, Ethiopia, East Africa - Monolithic Stele - 1st century. These tall, carved obelisks, relics of the ancient Kingdom of Aksum - they are markers for the Royal Tombs. Date: 1910s

Background imageObelisk Collection: Big Wheel and Obelisk, Place De La Concorde, Paris, France, Western Europe

Big Wheel and Obelisk, Place De La Concorde, Paris, France, Western Europe

Background imageObelisk Collection: 1950s 1960s PIAZZA NAVONA VIEW OF CITY SQUARE WITH FOUNTAINS ROME ITALY - r5647 MAY001 HARS ROME

1950s 1960s PIAZZA NAVONA VIEW OF CITY SQUARE WITH FOUNTAINS ROME ITALY - r5647 MAY001 HARS ROME

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington DC, Washington Monument, exterior, sunset

Washington DC, Washington Monument, exterior, sunset
2030-306305-01

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. Scene at Washington Monument

Washington, D.C. Scene at Washington Monument
2030-305672-01

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime

Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime
Washington, D.C

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime

Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime
2030-305605-01

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime

Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime
2030-305604-01

Background imageObelisk Collection: New York, Autumn Colors

New York, Autumn Colors
2026-203385-01

Background imageObelisk Collection: Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli, Church of Santa Maria di Montesanto and the Obelisco Flaminio

Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli, Church of Santa Maria di Montesanto and the Obelisco Flaminio, Piazza del Popolo, Rome Rome Piazza del Popolo Obelisk Nineteenth Dynasty, New Kingdom

Background imageObelisk Collection: View of the magnificent colonnade in the great hypostyle hall of the Temple of Amon-ra in Karnak

View of the magnificent colonnade in the great hypostyle hall of the Temple of Amon-ra in Karnak, in Upper Egypt; two Nubian figures are portrayed at the base of a column Egypt Karnak Temple

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Palazzo Montecitorio, in Piazza di Montecitorio, Rome; Stereoscopic photography

The Palazzo Montecitorio, in Piazza di Montecitorio, Rome; Stereoscopic photography Rome Piazza di Montecitorio Building - Facade Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageObelisk Collection: View of the Luxor temple and one of the Ramses II's obelisk. In front of the temple

View of the Luxor temple and one of the Ramses II's obelisk. In front of the temple, the green brick houses of the local people Egypt Luxor Temple Nineteenth Dynasty, New Kingdom

Background imageObelisk Collection: The facade of the Pantheon and the obelisk of Ramses II in the Piazza della Rotonda, Rome

The facade of the Pantheon and the obelisk of Ramses II in the Piazza della Rotonda, Rome Rome Piazza della Rotonda Temple Hadrianic Period, Imperial Period, Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Background imageObelisk Collection: View of Piazza del Popolo with the Flaminio obelisk in Rome; in the background the Porta del

View of Piazza del Popolo with the Flaminio obelisk in Rome; in the background the Porta del Popolo is visible Rome Popolo square City Gate Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageObelisk Collection: General view of the temple complex dedicated to the god Amon-Ra near Karnak

General view of the temple complex dedicated to the god Amon-Ra near Karnak Egypt Karnak Temple Eighteenth Dynasty, New Kingdom, Egypt - Egyptian Art, Africa, Ancient Civilization

Background imageObelisk Collection: Piazza del Popolo in Rome

Piazza del Popolo in Rome Rome Piazza del Popolo Square, Piazza Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1850 ca

Background imageObelisk Collection: Piazza Navona with the facade of the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone, Rome

Piazza Navona with the facade of the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone, Rome Rome Navona square Church Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Cathedral of Montepulciano

The Cathedral of Montepulciano Montepulciano Piazza Grande Church Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageObelisk Collection: Temple complex dedicated to the god Amon-Ra, near Karnal, Upper Egypt

Temple complex dedicated to the god Amon-Ra, near Karnal, Upper Egypt Egypt Karnak Temple Eighteenth Dynasty, New Kingdom, Egypt - Egyptian Art, Africa, Ancient Civilization

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Spanish Steps with the Church of Trinit ai Monti, Rome

The Spanish Steps with the Church of Trinit ai Monti, Rome Rome Stairs - Flight of Steps Late Baroque, Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageObelisk Collection: A new electric tram installed in Palermo

A new electric tram installed in Palermo Palermo. Date of Photograph:01/08/1899-31/10/1899

Background imageObelisk Collection: Animated image of Marktplatz, old square of the market in Bonn

Animated image of Marktplatz, old square of the market in Bonn. On the right, the baroque Council Hall (Rathaus). Germany Bonn, Marktplatz Municipality Late Baroque, Baroque

Background imageObelisk Collection: View of a road of the city centre of Magdeburg. In the foreground, a fountain

View of a road of the city centre of Magdeburg. In the foreground, a fountain. Germany Magdeburg. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1910 ca

Background imageObelisk Collection: View of Rome with Piazza del Popolo, photo taken by Pincio

View of Rome with Piazza del Popolo, photo taken by Pincio Rome Pincian Hill Square, Piazza Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageObelisk Collection: Animated view of St. Peter's Square in Rome

Animated view of St. Peter's Square in Rome State of the Vatican City St. Peter's Square Portico Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Barcaccia fountain and the Spanish Steps

The Barcaccia fountain and the Spanish Steps Rome piazza di Spagna Fountain Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1910

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Obelisk of Heliopolis in Cairo

The Obelisk of Heliopolis in Cairo Egypt Cairo. Date of Photograph:1880-1890

Background imageObelisk Collection: Partial view of Piazza del Popolo, seen from the Pincio, in Rome

Partial view of Piazza del Popolo, seen from the Pincio, in Rome. On the right the Flaminian Obelisk, on the left, the Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli and a palace

Background imageObelisk Collection: View of Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, in Rome. In The foreground the lateran obelisk

View of Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, in Rome. In The foreground the lateran obelisk and, in the background the Lateran Palace'. To the far right, the Benediction Loggia'

Background imageObelisk Collection: MFC-S-000320-0004

MFC-S-000320-0004
Piazza del Popolo with the Twin Churches in Rome 1876 Bernini Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680);;Fontana Carlo 1662-1679 ca. Rome - Piazza del Popolo

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Church of Santa Maria Novella in Florence, seen from piazza Santa Maria Novella

The Church of Santa Maria Novella in Florence, seen from piazza Santa Maria Novella Florence Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890-1905 ca

Background imageObelisk Collection: The obelisk of Senusert I, in the ancient city of Heliopolis, in Egypt

The obelisk of Senusert I, in the ancient city of Heliopolis, in Egypt Obelisk Middle Kingdom, Egypt - Egyptian Art, Africa, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1870-1880 ca

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime

Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. Japanese Pagoda and Washington Monument During Springtime

Washington, D.C. Japanese Pagoda and Washington Monument During Springtime

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. springtime scene by the Potomac river

Washington, D.C. springtime scene by the Potomac river

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime

Washington, D.C. Washington Monument During Springtime

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington, D.C. Washington Monument

Washington, D.C. Washington Monument

Background imageObelisk Collection: St. Peter's Square

St. Peter's Square State of the Vatican City Square, Piazza Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1975

Background imageObelisk Collection: Obelisk of Thodosius at the Hippodrome of Istanbul, Turkey

Obelisk of Thodosius at the Hippodrome of Istanbul, Turkey Turkey Istanbul, Hippodrome Obelisk Eighteenth Dynasty, New Kingdom, Egypt - Egyptian Art, Africa, Ancient Civilization

Background imageObelisk Collection: Pitti Palace, Florence

Pitti Palace, Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:1971

Background imageObelisk Collection: The stele of Axum

The stele of Axum Ethiopia Axum Stele African Art, Africa, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1964. Date of Artwork:I-IV sec

Background imageObelisk Collection: Heliopolis. Etching by Bernatz et al

Heliopolis. Etching by Bernatz et al Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1868 ca




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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.