Pillars Collection (page 9)

Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust in a niche, 1806. Creator: Bartholomeus Ziesenis
Design for a monument for C. Brunings: a bust in a niche, 1806

View of an obelisk, a triumphal arch, a column and other structures in Rome, 1745-1775. Creator: Anon
View of an obelisk, a triumphal arch, a column and other structures in Rome, 1745-1775

View of a Corinthian Temple, 1700-1799. Creators: Anon, François-Philippe Charpentier
View of a Corinthian Temple, 1700-1799

View of the interior of the Certosa di Pavia, 1700-1799. Creator: Unknown
View of the interior of the Certosa di Pavia, 1700-1799

View of the interior of the Pantheon in Rome, 1700-1799. Creator: Unknown
View of the interior of the Pantheon in Rome, 1700-1799

View of the interior of the Church of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome, 1700-1799. Creator: Unknown
View of the interior of the Church of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome, 1700-1799

View of Hôtel de Soubise in Paris, 1700-1799. Creators: Anon, Jacques Rigaud
View of Hotel de Soubise in Paris, 1700-1799

View of the Colonnade in the garden of Versailles, 1700-1799. Creators: Anon, Jacques Rigaud
View of the Colonnade in the garden of Versailles, 1700-1799

View of San Giorgio Maggiore from St. Mark's Square in Venice, 1850-1876. Creator: Anon
View of San Giorgio Maggiore from St. Mark's Square in Venice, 1850-1876

Le jour de gloire; Devant l'Eglise de la Madeleine, 1919. Creator: Charles-Jules Duvent
Le jour de gloire; Devant l'Eglise de la Madeleine, 1919. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

View of the Platz am Hof in Vienna, 1780-c.1830. Creators: Anon, Josef Carmine
View of the Platz am Hof, in Vienna, 1780-c.1830. On the left the Kirche am Hof and in the middle the Mariensaule

A Temple Staircase. Piece of Architecture. Creator: Johan Gottlob Brusell
A Temple Staircase. Piece of Architecture, unknown date

View of the ruins of Monuments in Palmyra seen from the northwest side, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the ruins of Monuments in Palmyra seen from the northwest side, 1700-1799

View of the ruins of the bow of the column gallery in Palmyra, seen from the east side, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the ruins of the bow of the column gallery in Palmyra, seen from the east side, 1700-1799

View of the church Santa Maria di Loreto and the column of Trajan in Rome, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the church Santa Maria di Loreto and the column of Trajan in Rome, 1700-1799

The Desert Route - Caravanserai, near El Arish, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Desert Route - Caravanserai, near El Arish, 1857. Middle Eastern scene. At the caravanserai gate hangs a large lantern, throwing a meagre light on the objects around

Lobby, Hotel Richmond, Richmond, Va. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Lobby, Hotel Richmond, Richmond, Va. between 1900 and 1920

View of the interior of a structure, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the interior of a structure, 1700-1799

View of the Roman Forum in Rome, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the Roman Forum in Rome, 1700-1799

The Docking Basin in the Barge Canal in Leidschendam, 1756. Creator: Paulus Constantijn la Fargue
The Docking Basin in the Barge Canal in Leidschendam, 1756

Memorial column for Lieutenant Admiral M.A. De Ruyter in Debrecen, 1900-1950. Creator: Anon
Memorial column for Lieutenant Admiral M.A. De Ruyter in Debrecen, 1900-1950. Watercolour of the memorial column, founded in Debrecen (Hungary)

The Sheridan Gate, Arlington, Va. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
The Sheridan Gate, Arlington, Va. between 1900 and 1920

Interior of the Oude Kerk in Delft, with the Tomb of Vice-Admiral Pieter Pietersz Heijn, c.1650. View of interior of the Oude Kerk in Delft seen from St George's Chapel

Interior of the Oude Kerk in Delft, 1654. Creator: Gerard Houckgeest
Interior of the Oude Kerk in Delft, 1654. Other Title(s): Interior of the Oude Kerk in Delft, with a Trompe-l'Oeil Curtain

View of fireworks and a triumphal arch with a two-headed eagle and the name of Joseph... 1765-1799 Creator: Anon
View of fireworks and a triumphal arch with a two-headed eagle and the name of Joseph II, German emperor, 1765-1799. In the background on the left, a structure explodes. On the right a ship is burning

View in the St. Laurenskerk church in Rotterdam, 1827-1891. Creator: Johannes Bosboom
View in the St. Laurenskerk church in Rotterdam, 1827-1891

Interior of the Nieuwe Kerk in Delft, 1839. Creator: Johannes Bosboom
Interior of the Nieuwe Kerk in Delft, 1839

Lucretia Standing at a Column, c. 1520. Creator: Barthel Beham
Lucretia Standing at a Column, c. 1520

Church Interior, 1652. Creator: Daniel de Blieck
Church Interior, 1652

The cardinal virtue of Fortitude represented by a seated woman, her right hand on... ca. 1480-1520. Creator: Anon
The cardinal virtue of Fortitude represented by a seated woman, her right hand on a column (possibly a modern impression), ca. 1480-1520

Allegory of Freedom, 1790. Creator: Johannes van Dregt
Allegory of Freedom, 1790

Interior of the Church of St Bavo in Haarlem, 1674. Creator: Job Adriaensz Berckheyde
Interior of the Church of St Bavo in Haarlem, 1674

The Temple of Antoninus and Faustina in Rome, 1816-1820. Creator: Hugh William Williams
The Temple of Antoninus and Faustina in Rome, 1816-1820

Home of Mrs. C.L. Stephens, 1123 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Home of Mrs. C.L. Stephens, 1123 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Colonnade, Central Park, Louisville, Ky. between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Colonnade, Central Park, Louisville, Ky. between 1900 and 1910

Architectural fantasy, palace in landscape. Creator: Ottavio Viviani
Architectural fantasy, palace in landscape, unknown date

Grave monument of Catharina Alida van der Dussen, in a church in Culemborg, 1843. Creator: Gerrit Lamberts
Grave monument of Catharina Alida van der Dussen, in a church in Culemborg, 1843

Interior of S. Hilaire at Poitiers, with kneeling figures at confession, 1802-1871. Creator: Alexis Nicolas Noël
Interior of S. Hilaire at Poitiers, with kneeling figures at confession, 1802-1871

Office and foyer, Murray Hill Hotel, New York, N.Y, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Office and foyer, Murray Hill Hotel, New York, N.Y, between 1905 and 1915

Marble stair, foyer, Murray Hill Hotel, New York, N.Y, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Marble stair, foyer, Murray Hill Hotel, New York, N.Y, between 1905 and 1915

Interior of Notre-Dame in Paris, 1872-1904. Creator: Wilhelm Cornelis Bauer
Interior of Notre-Dame in Paris, 1872-1904

A Seven-Part Decorative Sequence: An Outdoor Stairway, 1630-1632. Creator: Dirck van Delen
A Seven-Part Decorative Sequence: An Outdoor Stairway, 1630-1632

Gallery of a Palace with Ornamental Architecture and Columns, 1630-1632. Creator: Dirck van Delen
Gallery of a Palace with Ornamental Architecture and Columns, 1630-1632. Other Title(s): A Seven-Part Decorative Sequence: A Gallery

Hall of Philosophy, Chautauqua, c1898. Creator: Unknown
Hall of Philosophy, Chautauqua, c1898

Hall of Philosophy, Chautauqua, between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
Hall of Philosophy, Chautauqua, between 1880 and 1899

Figure at the colonnade of the Luxor Temple, 1919. Creator: Marius Bauer
Figure at the colonnade of the Luxor Temple, 1919

Hotel Utica, reception lobby, Utica, N.Y. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Hotel Utica, reception lobby, Utica, N.Y. between 1905 and 1915

Hotel Utica, reception lobby, Utica, N.Y. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Hotel Utica, reception lobby, Utica, N.Y. between 1905 and 1915

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"Pillars: Symbolic Strength and Resilience Across Time and Space" A pillar of strength emerges as a heroic fireman fearlessly rescues a young girl from the clutches of a raging inferno, embodying courage in the face of danger. In William McLaren's masterpiece, "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, " pillars stand tall as silent witnesses to chivalry, honor, and the timeless struggle between good and evil. Once again, a heroic fireman becomes an emblematic pillar of hope as he valiantly saves a young girl from the consuming flames that threaten her life. Amidst the vastness of space, gas pillars in the Eagle Nebula stretch like celestial sentinels, reminding us of nature's grandeur and our infinitesimal place within it. The Bible recounts events where Samson showcases his extraordinary might by single-handedly toppling towering pillars – an awe-inspiring testament to human strength under divine guidance. At Boone Tavern Hotel in Berea, Kentucky, sturdy columns bear witness to countless stories shared within its walls – each one adding another layer to its rich history. Off Cornwall's coast lies Dixilyn Field 97 oil rig – its towering structure resembling formidable pillars rising defiantly against wind-whipped waves; an embodiment of resilience amidst adversity. W Heath Robinson's whimsical illustration depicts railway ribaldry with comically exaggerated train carriages supported by improbable yet amusing pillars - showcasing creativity even in mundane objects. Kansas City's downtown skyline proudly displays architectural marvels such as Union Station - majestic structures standing tall like guardians over this vibrant cityscape bustling with life. The Temple of Athena Nike on Athens' Acropolis stands resolute through centuries past - these ancient marble columns serving as enduring reminders of Greece's cultural heritage etched into UNESCO World Heritage Site status.