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Romanesque Architecture Collection (#4)

Romanesque architecture is a captivating style that can be found in various stunning locations across Europe

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the nave, c. 1050 (photo)

View of the nave, c. 1050 (photo)
NUL245218 View of the nave, c.1050 (photo) by French School, (11th century); Church of St. Foy, Conques, France; (add.info.: church begun by Abbot Odolric; ); French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the cloister (photo)

View of the cloister (photo)
XIR208655 View of the cloister (photo) by French School, (12th century); Fontenay Abbey, Montbard, Burgundy, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the facade of the Cathedral, completed in 1063 (photo)

View of the facade of the Cathedral, completed in 1063 (photo)
XIR228294 View of the facade of the Cathedral, completed in 1063 (photo) by Buscheto, (11th-12th century); Pisa, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the Leaning Tower (photo)

View of the Leaning Tower (photo)
XIR228293 View of the Leaning Tower (photo) by Bonannus of Pisa (fl.1174-86); Pisa, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Ms Lat 17716 fol. 91 The Consecration of the Church at Cluny by Pope Urban II (1042-99

Ms Lat 17716 fol. 91 The Consecration of the Church at Cluny by Pope Urban II (1042-99
BAL70082 Ms Lat 17716 fol.91 The Consecration of the Church at Cluny by Pope Urban II (1042-99) in November 1095 (vellum) by French School, (12th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Wurzburg. (engraving, ca. 1830)

Wurzburg. (engraving, ca. 1830)
5975579 Wurzburg. (engraving, ca. 1830) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geography. Germany)

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the cloister (photo)

View of the cloister (photo)
XIR229514 View of the cloister (photo) by French School, (12th century); Fontenay Abbey, Montbard, Burgundy, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: The Ascension, tympanum from the Porte Miegeville, c. 1120 (photo)

The Ascension, tympanum from the Porte Miegeville, c. 1120 (photo)
MAE170061 The Ascension, tympanum from the Porte Miegeville, c.1120 (photo) by French School, (12th century); St. Sernin, Toulouse

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c. 1120 (stone)

The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c. 1120 (stone)
XIR158798 The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c.1120 (stone) by French School, (12th century); Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, Vezelay, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Church of St. Foy, begun c. 1050 by Abbot Odolric (photo)

Church of St. Foy, begun c. 1050 by Abbot Odolric (photo)
NUL245217 Church of St. Foy, begun c.1050 by Abbot Odolric (photo) by French School, (11th century); Conques, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: South Portal, 12th-13th century (photo)

South Portal, 12th-13th century (photo)
MAE172194 South Portal, 12th-13th century (photo) by French School; Abbey Church, Beaulieu-sur-Dodogne, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the nave and apse of the abbey church with the effigies of Henry II

View of the nave and apse of the abbey church with the effigies of Henry II
MAE181707 View of the nave and apse of the abbey church with the effigies of Henry II (1133-89 King of England and his wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine (d.1204) (photo) by French School

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the interior (photo)

View of the interior (photo)
NUL262983 View of the interior (photo) by French School, (12th century); Church of St. Peter, Parthenay-le-Vieux, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the Church of St. Peter (photo)

View of the Church of St. Peter (photo)
NUL262984 View of the Church of St. Peter (photo) by French School, (12th century); Parthenay-le-Vieux, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the nave, c. 1050 (photo)

View of the nave, c. 1050 (photo)
NUL245219 View of the nave, c.1050 (photo) by French School, (11th century); Church of St. Foy, Conques, France; (add.info.: church begun by Abbot Odolric; ); French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the Church of Notre-Dame, 11th-12th century (photo)

View of the Church of Notre-Dame, 11th-12th century (photo)
XIR208656 View of the Church of Notre-Dame, 11th-12th century (photo) by French School; Paray-le-Monial, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the Clocher de l Eau Benite of the Abbey Church, 1088-1130 (photo)

View of the Clocher de l Eau Benite of the Abbey Church, 1088-1130 (photo)
XIR208648 View of the Clocher de l Eau Benite of the Abbey Church, 1088-1130 (photo) by French School; Cluny, France; (add.info.: was largest church in Christendom before construction of St)

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: East portal of Saint Michel d Aiguilhe (photo)

East portal of Saint Michel d Aiguilhe (photo)
MAE181711 East portal of Saint Michel d Aiguilhe (photo) by French School; Le Puy-en-Velay, Haute-Loire, France; (add.info.: St)

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Exterior view of the apsidiole of the Abbey Church, 1088-1130 (photo)

Exterior view of the apsidiole of the Abbey Church, 1088-1130 (photo)
XIR171504 Exterior view of the apsidiole of the Abbey Church, 1088-1130 (photo) by French School; Cluny, France; (add.info.: was largest church in Christendom before St)

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Carved trumeau from the interior portal (stone)

Carved trumeau from the interior portal (stone)
MAE172186 Carved trumeau from the interior portal (stone) by French School, (12th century); Abbey Church, Souillac, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Arches in the West Side of the Cloister of St. Georges de Boscherville, near Rouen

Arches in the West Side of the Cloister of St. Georges de Boscherville, near Rouen
XYC173641 Arches in the West Side of the Cloister of St. Georges de Boscherville, near Rouen, Normandy, c.1818 (graphite, brown wash and pen & ink on paper on card) (see 172543) by Cotman

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Lindisfarne Priory, c. 1837 (oil on canvas)

Lindisfarne Priory, c. 1837 (oil on canvas)
TW426836 Lindisfarne Priory, c.1837 (oil on canvas) by Richardson, Thomas Miles (1784-1848); 72.8x107.3 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Detail from the facade of the parish church of Santa Maria (photo)

Detail from the facade of the parish church of Santa Maria (photo)
KAB159695 Detail from the facade of the parish church of Santa Maria (photo) by Italian School; Vicopisano, near Pisa, Tuscany, Italy; eDario Grimaldi; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: The Death of Cain, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone)

The Death of Cain, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone)
XJL146849 The Death of Cain, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone) by French School, (12th century); Cathedral Museum of St

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: The Dream of the Three Kings, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone)

The Dream of the Three Kings, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone)
XJL146847 The Dream of the Three Kings, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone) by French School, (12th century); Cathedral Museum of St

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Exterior of the Upper Church, 1228-53 (photo)

Exterior of the Upper Church, 1228-53 (photo)
XIR228279 Exterior of the Upper Church, 1228-53 (photo) by Italian School, (13th century); San Francesco, Assisi, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Exterior of the Upper and Lower Church, 1228-53 (photo)

Exterior of the Upper and Lower Church, 1228-53 (photo)
XIR228278 Exterior of the Upper and Lower Church, 1228-53 (photo) by Italian School, (13th century); San Francesco, Assisi, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the chevet, Burgundian School (photo)

View of the chevet, Burgundian School (photo)
XIR227650 View of the chevet, Burgundian School (photo) by French School, (12th century); Notre-Dame, Paray-Le-Monial, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c. 1120 (stone)

The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c. 1120 (stone)
XIR245759 The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c.1120 (stone) by French School, (12th century); Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, Vezelay, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the Church of San Martin, built 1035-66 (photo)

View of the Church of San Martin, built 1035-66 (photo)
XIR243760 View of the Church of San Martin, built 1035-66 (photo) by Spanish School, (11th century); Fromista, Castilla y Leon, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: The Portico de la Gloria (stone)

The Portico de la Gloria (stone)
KW276243 The Portico de la Gloria (stone) by Mateo, Master (fl.1168-88); Cathedral of St. James, Santiago da Compostela, Spain; (add.info)

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the Church of St. Peter (photo)

View of the Church of St. Peter (photo)
NUL262982 View of the Church of St. Peter (photo) by French School, (12th century); Parthenay-le-Vieux, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the nave towards the choir and the vault decorated with 12th century frescoes

View of the nave towards the choir and the vault decorated with 12th century frescoes
XIR159026 View of the nave towards the choir and the vault decorated with 12th century frescoes (photo) by French School, (11th century); Abbey Church, Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: San Martino, Lucca, 1887 (w / c over pencil on paper)

San Martino, Lucca, 1887 (w / c over pencil on paper)
BIR189282 San Martino, Lucca, 1887 (w/c over pencil on paper) by Newman, Henry Roderick (1833-1918); 66.2x43.2 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; American, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Interior view of the cloister, founded in 1148 (photo)

Interior view of the cloister, founded in 1148 (photo)
XIR192872 Interior view of the cloister, founded in 1148 (photo) by French School, (12th century); Senanque Abbey, Provence

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Detail, Port des Comtes (stone)

Detail, Port des Comtes (stone)
MAE413544 Detail, Port des Comtes (stone) by French School; St. Sernin, Toulouse, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the Leaning Tower (photo)

View of the Leaning Tower (photo)
KW260459 View of the Leaning Tower (photo) by Bonannus of Pisa (fl.1174-86); Pisa, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Tympanum with the Last Judgement from the West Portal (stone)

Tympanum with the Last Judgement from the West Portal (stone)
XIR242827 Tympanum with the Last Judgement from the West Portal (stone) by Gislebertus, (12th century); Cathedral of St. Lazare, Autun, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Interior View of St. Johns Chapel, Tower of London, 1883 (w / c on paper)

Interior View of St. Johns Chapel, Tower of London, 1883 (w / c on paper)
GHL266304 Interior View of St. Johns Chapel, Tower of London, 1883 (w/c on paper) by Crowther, John (1837-1902); London Metropolitan Archives

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the nave (photo)

View of the nave (photo)
XIR157910 View of the nave (photo) by French School, (12th century); Fontenay Abbey, Montbard, Burgundy, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Flight into Egypt, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone)

Flight into Egypt, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone)
XJL146848 Flight into Egypt, original capital from the cathedral nave (stone) by French School, (12th century); Cathedral Museum of St. Lazare, Autun, Burgundy, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: The St. Gallus Doorway, north porch (photo)

The St. Gallus Doorway, north porch (photo)
MAE181706 The St. Gallus Doorway, north porch (photo) by Swiss School, (13th century); Basel Cathedral, Basel, Switzerland; ePaul Maeyaert; Swiss, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Nave and apse of the abbey church with the effigies of Henry II (1133-89

Nave and apse of the abbey church with the effigies of Henry II (1133-89
MAE172534 Nave and apse of the abbey church with the effigies of Henry II (1133-89) King of England and his wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine (d.1204) (photo) by French School

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Crypt (photo)

Crypt (photo)
MAE172535 Crypt (photo) by German School, (11th century); Speyer Cathedral, Germany; (add.info.: contains tombs of eight rulers including that of founder Konrad II; ); ePaul Maeyaert; German

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Church of St. Foy from the east, begun c. 1050 by Abbot Odolric (photo)

Church of St. Foy from the east, begun c. 1050 by Abbot Odolric (photo)
MAE170054 Church of St. Foy from the east, begun c.1050 by Abbot Odolric (photo) by French School, (11th century); Conques, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: View of the west facade, 10th-11th century (photo)

View of the west facade, 10th-11th century (photo)
XIR203295 View of the west facade, 10th-11th century (photo) by French School; Abbey of Saint-Philibert, Tournus, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRomanesque Architecture Collection: Interior view of the cloister from the chapter house (photo)

Interior view of the cloister from the chapter house (photo)
XIR229532 Interior view of the cloister from the chapter house (photo) by French School, (12th century); Fontenay Abbey, Montbard, Burgundy




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Romanesque architecture is a captivating style that can be found in various stunning locations across Europe. In San Samuele, Venice, the intricate details of this architectural style are showcased, with its characteristic rounded arches and sturdy columns standing tall against the Venetian backdrop. Moving on to Rome, the Castel Sant Angelo provides a breathtaking view illuminated by a mesmerizing firework display at night. The charm of Tuscany's Firenze district in Florence is enhanced by the grandeur of Piazza Duomo, where Romanesque buildings dominate the skyline. Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral in Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoil exemplifies the magnificence of Romanesque design with its statues of cherubs and winged angels adorning its façade. This cathedral stands proudly alongside another iconic structure - the Leaning Tower of Pisa - creating an enchanting scene that captures visitors' hearts. Traveling to Verona takes us back in time as we witness Piazza delle Erbe through an oil painting from 1900. The Romanesque influence is evident here too, as charming buildings surround this bustling square. Venturing beyond Italy's borders, Lisbon welcomes us with Sa Cathedral in Alfama District. Its solid stone walls and imposing presence reflect the strength and durability associated with Romanesque architecture. Coimbra also boasts two remarkable cathedrals: Se Velha (Old Cathedral) and Sa Velha (Old Cathedral). These Portuguese structures showcase their own unique interpretation of Romanesque elements while adding their own local flavor. Finally returning to Tuscany's Pisa district brings us to Baptistery situated within Piazza dei Miracoli. This magnificent example displays alluring features like rounded archways and ornate detailing that epitomize Romanesque craftsmanship.