Romanesque Collection (#85)

Saint-Cyr-et-Sainte-Julitte de Nevers cathedral across the River Loire, Nevers, Burgundy, France, Europe

Saint Redegonde church, Talmont, Charente-Maritime, France, Europe

Cathedral of Saint-Cyr-et-Sainte-Julitte de Nevers, Nevers, Burgundy, France, Europe

The Basilica of St. Magdalene, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vezelay, Yonne, Burgundy, France, Europe

St. Stephen`s Cathedral with coat of arms on roof, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vienna, Austria, Europe

The Norman West Door at Iffley Church
The Norman West Door at the Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Iffley, Oxford. Date: circa 1907

Tour Charlemagne - Tours, France
The Tour de Charlemagne, one of two towers surviving from the earlier Romanesque Basilica of St. Martin at Tours, France. The later Basilica can be seen in the background. Date: circa 1906

Perugia, Umbria, Italy - Chiesa di S. Angelo
Perugia, Umbria, Italy - The Romanesque Chiesa di S. Angelo, one of Italys oldest churches. The Church said to stand on the site of a pagan temple (captioned here as templo di Vesta )

Italy - Verona - The Duomo
Verona Cathedral (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Matricolare, or Duomo di Verona) - built in the 12th century in the Romanesque style. The facade is the work of the twelfth century sculptor Nicholaus

The Norman Church at Nunmonkton, York Date: circa 1910s

King Cormacs Chapel, Cashel, County Tipperary, Ireland. Built in the Romanesque style of architecture by Cormac Mac- Carthaigh, King of Desmond. Date: 12th century

Neo Classical Colonnade
A Neo Classical colonnade at a country mansion, Newton Kyne, near Tadcaster, Yorkshire, England. Date: 18th century

Wagner / Deathplace
RICHARD WAGNER Palazzo Vendramin, Venice, where the German composer died on 13 February 1883 Date: 1813 - 1883

Cathedral illuminated at night, Strasbourg Cathedral, Strasbourg, Alsace, France, july

Cathedral cloister with statues, Cathedral of Saint Peter, Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, april

AN APOSTLE OF CHRIST. Spanish Romanesque mural painting, c1125

CHRIST PANTOCRATOR. Spanish Romanesque mural painting, 1123

Romanesque Doorway
Dysert O Dea Beautifully carved Romanesque doorway at the Early Christian Church of Dysert in County Clare, Ireland.The church was built during the 12th and 13th centuries

ST. MICHAEL SLAYS DRAGON with Christs blessing (top): spanish manuscript illumination, 1220

APOCALYPSE: ANGELS, c1250. St. Johns visions of sixth angel, top, and seventh angel, bottom (Rev)
APOCALYPSE: ANGELS, c1250. St. Johns visions of sixth angel, top, and seventh angel, bottom (Rev.): English manuscript illumination, c1250

ST. MATTHEW, 10th CENTURY. An illumination from a late 10th century French Latin gospel

ST. MICHAEL WEIGHING SOULS. Spanish Romanesque altar panel, 13th century

A HOLY APOSTLE. Spanish Romanesque mural painting, 12th century

Stock Exchange Building, Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Freiburg Minster, Freiburg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

Opera Theatre facade, Avignon, Provence, France, Europe

Notre Dame des Doms Cathedral and Palais des Papes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avignon, Provence, France, Europe

Notre Dame des Doms Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avignon, Provence, France, Europe

Romanesque Sao Miguel (St. Michael) Chapel, where King Afonso Henriques was baptised, in Guimaraes, Minho, Portugal, Europe

Portal of the Old Cathedral (Se Velha), a Romanesque place of worship begun in 1162, Coimbra, Beira Litoral, Portugal, Europe

Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain, Europe

France, Arles, Provence, Roman amphitheatre and shops

Old Romanesque church, Locarno, Lake Maggiore, Canton Tessin, Switzerland, Europe

Slate used on office building, Slate Wharf, Caernarfon
Terracotta, yellow brick and Caernarfon slate used on an office building on Slate Wharf in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, North Wales

The Round Church, Cambridge

Lund Cathedral, Skane, Sweden
View of Lund Cathedral (Lutheran) in Skane (Scania), Sweden, dating from the 12th century

Luxurious Living Room
An eye-catching living room, with a stylish satin suite, ruched curtains, parque flooring, Romanesque columns, flower arrangements, a baby grand piano, leopardskin rug

The Circus, Bath, England, a fine example of neoclassical architecture, built by the architect John Wood (the Elder) between 1754 and 1770. Date: 1940s

Monaincha Abbey / Arch
A fine hiberno-romanesque arch at Monaincha Abbey, 2.5km from Roscrea in County Tipperary. The 12th century Abbey is all that remains of the Monastery of Canice

Mosta Church / Malta / Dome
The Mosta Dome, Mosta Church, Mosta, Malta

Abbaye St. Philibert, Tournus, Bourgogne, France, Europe

Arno River and the Romanesque bridge of Ponte Buriano, the bridge behind the face of Gioconda (Mona Lisa) of Leonardo da Vinci, Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Detail of exterior, Catedral Vieja (Old Cathedral), dating from the 12th century, an important Romanesque building, Salamanca, Spain, Europe

Interior of the Catedral Vieja (Old Cathedral), dating from the 12th century, an important Romanesque building, Salamanca, Spain, Europe

The important Romanesque building of the Christian Catedral Vieja (Old Cathedral), dating from the 12th century, Salamanca, Castilla-Leon (Castile), Spain, Europe

Romanesque Collegiate Church at Santillana del Mar dating from 12th and 13th centuries, Cantabria, northern Spain, Europe

Romanesque church of Eunate, pilgrims burial place, dating from 12th century, Camino de Santiago, Navarre, Euskadi, Spain, Europe

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Romanesque architecture, characterized by its sturdy and imposing structures, emerged in Europe during the 11th and 12th centuries. This architectural style is evident in various iconic landmarks around the continent. One such example is the Bayeux Tapestry, a remarkable masterpiece that depicts scenes from the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The tapestry showcases intricate details and vivid colors, providing a glimpse into medieval life. Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany also exhibits Romanesque elements with its grandeur and fairy-tale-like appearance. Perched on a hilltop, this castle offers breathtaking views of the Allgau region and stands as an epitome of architectural beauty. Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in North Rhine Westphalia, Germany, showcases stunning Romanesque features. Its towering spires dominate Cologne's skyline and attract visitors from all over the world to admire its awe-inspiring design. The Romanesque altar from Sagas portrays biblical scenes like The Visitation and Nativity with exquisite craftsmanship. These artworks provide insights into religious devotion during that era. Santiago de Compostela in Spain holds immense significance for pilgrims who travel along the Camino de Santiago route. Its cathedral exemplifies Romanesque architecture while serving as a spiritual destination for countless believers. The Knight of Templar Chapel represents another aspect culture – crusades. This chapel symbolizes chivalry and dedication to protecting Christian interests during these historical conflicts. Notre-Dame Cathedral in Bayeux, Normandy boasts an impressive east end showcasing magnificent examples design. It stands as a testament to France's rich architectural heritage throughout history. St David's Cathedral situated in Pembrokeshire, Wales reflects both Norman influences alongside traditional Welsh styles within its structure – blending seamlessly to create an extraordinary place of worship. In Zadar county within Croatia's Dalmatia region, the Cathedral of St.