Pediments Collection

Niches Classical Orders
Niches and pediments of the Greek and Roman classical orders of architecture : Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian and Composite. Date: Circa 1760

View of the wooden footbridge of Spreuerbrucke at night with the paintings of the Totentanz cycle by Kaspar Meglinger. Lucerne, canton of Lucerne, Switzerland

Greece, Attica, Athens, Neocassical pediment on the Academy of Arts

Dunfermline Stables Proposed Orangery
The top photograph provides a view of some old stables, with illustrative retouching highlighting the proposal for a new lake and bridge and the west side of an orangery

Maiden Erleigh, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311830 Maiden Erleigh, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Design for the Royal Palace of Caserta, 1756 (engraving)
746817 Design for the Royal Palace of Caserta, 1756 (engraving) by Vanvitelli, Luigi (1700-73) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Designed for Charles III of Naples, built 1754-74)

Plan for St. Peter s, Rome, 1539 (engraving)
XJF347980 Plan for St. Peter s, Rome, 1539 (engraving) by Sangallo, Antonio da (The Younger) (1483-1546); Private Collection; (add.info.: one of the designs for St)

Pediments Temple Year 1683 Elgin marbles Minerva
The Pediments of the Temple as they were in the Year 1683, The Elgin marbles from the Temple of Minerva at Athens: on sixty-one plates

Paris, France - Invalides. Date: 1830

Paris, France - Hotel des Invalides, facade principale. Date: 1831

Design Pediments Resurrected Christ surmounted
Artokoloro

Shields Pediments Chippendale Drawings Vol I
Artokoloro

A View of Bayhall, Pembury, Kent Richard Amhersts Manor and Seat at Bayhall, Pembury, Kent, Jan Siberechts, 1627-ca. 1703, Flemish

Parthenon Pediments 1674
The two pediments of the Parthenon in the state in which they were in the year 1674

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Pediments, a prominent feature in classical architecture, are architectural elements that add grandeur and elegance to buildings. These triangular structures can be found in various locations around the world, showcasing the beauty of different cultures and time periods. In Dunfermline Stables Proposed Orangery, pediments create niches for classical orders to shine through. This combination of architectural styles creates a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Maiden Erleigh, captured in an enchanting black and white photo by Giles Worsley, showcases the timeless appeal of pediments. England's Lost Houses come alive through these intricate designs that stand as a testament to the craftsmanship of yesteryears. Traveling across borders to Lucerne, Switzerland, one encounters Spreuerbrucke's wooden footbridge adorned with paintings depicting the Totentanz cycle by Kaspar Meglinger. Even at nightfall, these pediments tell stories from centuries ago while adding an air of mystery and intrigue. Athens boasts neoclassical pediments on its Academy of Arts - a sight that takes us back to ancient Greece while celebrating modern artistic expressions. The statues of Athena and Apollo further enhance this connection between past and present. Moving forward in time but still rooted in history is the design for the Royal Palace of Caserta from 1756. Engraved intricately into stone or paper alike, these pediments showcase opulence fit for royalty. Staying within Rome's boundaries brings us to St. Peter's Basilica with its awe-inspiring plan dating back to 1539. The grandeur displayed through its towering columns and majestic pediment reminds us why it remains one of Italy's most iconic landmarks. Returning once again to Athens' Academy of Arts reveals another neoclassical masterpiece - a reminder that great art knows no bounds when it comes to geography or time period.