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Rose Window Collection (#6)

The mesmerizing beauty of rose windows can be found in various medieval cathedrals across Europe

Background imageRose Window Collection: The Church of Saint John Fuorcivitas in Pistoia

The Church of Saint John Fuorcivitas in Pistoia Pistoia Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:XII-XIV secc. ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of Pistoia's Baptistery designed by Andrea Pisano

View of Pistoia's Baptistery designed by Andrea Pisano. Pistoia Cathedral Square Baptistery Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: Monumental Cemetery of Milan with the Temple of Fame and its Portico in the background

Monumental Cemetery of Milan with the Temple of Fame and its Portico in the background. Milan Monumental Cemetery Burial Place of Famous Eclecticism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Background imageRose Window Collection: The facade of the Carthusian Monastery in Pavia

The facade of the Carthusian Monastery in Pavia. Pavia Carthusian Monastery Church - Facade High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageRose Window Collection: Saint Catherine's Church in Pisa

Saint Catherine's Church in Pisa. Pisa Saint Catherine's Church Church - Facade Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: The Church of Santa Maria della Spina in Pisa

The Church of Santa Maria della Spina in Pisa Pisa Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1323

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the Duomo, the Baptistery and Giotto's Campanile in Florence

View of the Duomo, the Baptistery and Giotto's Campanile in Florence Florence Baptistery Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: Siena (environs). Ruins of the Abbey of San Galgano. The apse

Siena (environs). Ruins of the Abbey of San Galgano. The apse Siena San Galgano, Abbey Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: Ciborium of Arnolfo di Cambio, Basilica of S. Cecilia in Trastevere, Rome

Ciborium of Arnolfo di Cambio, Basilica of S. Cecilia in Trastevere, Rome. Rome Basilica of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, presbytery Ciborium Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Background imageRose Window Collection: The Cathedral of Modena and its bell tower, the Ghirlandina

The Cathedral of Modena and its bell tower, the Ghirlandina Modena Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1919 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the facade of the Church of S. Maria del Popolo, Rome

View of the facade of the Church of S. Maria del Popolo, Rome. The structure is divided into three parts, with two orders of pilaster strips and three portals

Background imageRose Window Collection: The facade of St. Augustine's Church in Rome with two orders of pilaster strips joint together by

The facade of St. Augustine's Church in Rome with two orders of pilaster strips joint together by enormous volutes. The structure is a typical example of the early Roman Renaissance

Background imageRose Window Collection: Faade of the church of Sant'Andrea in Vercelli

Faade of the church of Sant'Andrea in Vercelli Vercelli Church - Facade Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932 ca.. Date of Artwork:1219 -1227

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of St. Andrew's Church in Vercelli

View of St. Andrew's Church in Vercelli Vercelli Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932. Date of Artwork:1219-1227 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: The cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Chivasso

The cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Chivasso Chivasso Church - Facade Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932. Date of Artwork:XV sec

Background imageRose Window Collection: The faade of the cathedral of Monza, Brianza

The faade of the cathedral of Monza, Brianza Monza Church - Facade Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932 ca.. Date of Artwork:XIV sec

Background imageRose Window Collection: The faade of the Church of San Jacopo in San Gimignano

The faade of the Church of San Jacopo in San Gimignano San Gimignano Church - Facade Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932

Background imageRose Window Collection: View with people of the Cathedral of Atri (S. Maria Assunta), the church is located in Atri

View with people of the Cathedral of Atri (S. Maria Assunta), the church is located in Atri, in the environs of Teramo. The faade is rectangular, with alternating vertical pilasters: in the center

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the facade of Foggia's Cathedral of Saint Mary Icona Vetere

View of the facade of Foggia's Cathedral of Saint Mary Icona Vetere Foggia Piazza De Sanctis (De Sanctis Square) Church - Facade Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Background imageRose Window Collection: Facade of the Cathedral of Saint Sabinus in Bari

Facade of the Cathedral of Saint Sabinus in Bari Bari Church - Facade Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1931. Date of Artwork:1170-1292, 1736

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the Baptistry of Pistoia

View of the Baptistry of Pistoia Pistoia Baptistery Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1940 ca.. Date of Artwork:1338-1359 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: The faade of the Badia Fiesolana, Fiesole, Florence

The faade of the Badia Fiesolana, Fiesole, Florence Fiesole San Domenico Church Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the faade (by Giacomo Della Porta) and left side of the Church of San Nicola in Carcere

View of the faade (by Giacomo Della Porta) and left side of the Church of San Nicola in Carcere, Rome. Rome Church Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the facade of St. Andrew's Church in Vercelli

View of the facade of St. Andrew's Church in Vercelli Vercelli Church - Facade Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932. Date of Artwork:1219 -1227

Background imageRose Window Collection: The faade of the Cathedral of San Donato in Pinerolo

The faade of the Cathedral of San Donato in Pinerolo Pinerolo Church - Facade Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932

Background imageRose Window Collection: Detail of the faade of the cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Chivasso

Detail of the faade of the cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Chivasso Chivasso Church - Facade Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932

Background imageRose Window Collection: The main portal of the cathedral of Chieri

The main portal of the cathedral of Chieri Chieri Church Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932. Date of Artwork:1405-1437

Background imageRose Window Collection: The faade of the church of San Giorgio dei Genovesi, in Palermo

The faade of the church of San Giorgio dei Genovesi, in Palermo Palermo Church - Facade Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageRose Window Collection: The rose window on the faade of the Church of Sant'Agostino, Palermo

The rose window on the faade of the Church of Sant'Agostino, Palermo. Palermo Rose Window Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1929 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: Church of Santa Caterina in Pisa

Church of Santa Caterina in Pisa Pisa Piazza Santa Caterina Church - Facade Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1928 ca.. Date of Artwork:1330 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: The faade of the Church of the Annunziata in Tarquinia

The faade of the Church of the Annunziata in Tarquinia Tarquinia Church - Facade Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1940 ca.. Date of Artwork:XII sec

Background imageRose Window Collection: The facade of the Church of Saint Andrew in Pistoia

The facade of the Church of Saint Andrew in Pistoia Pistoia Church - Facade Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1940 ca.. Date of Artwork:XII sec. ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the Church of S. Francesco, Fiesole

View of the Church of S. Francesco, Fiesole Florence Church Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1940 ca.. Date of Artwork:1399, 1907

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the faade of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence

View of the faade of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence. Florence Church - Facade Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the Piazza della Minerva on which the Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva is located

View of the Piazza della Minerva on which the Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva is located. In the center is an obelisk of an elephant

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the Roman tower, also known as Red Tower or Tower of San Secondo or Tower of Santa

View of the Roman tower, also known as Red Tower or Tower of San Secondo or Tower of Santa Caterina, in Asti Asti Tower Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageRose Window Collection: View of the Collegiate Church of San Secondo, Asti

View of the Collegiate Church of San Secondo, Asti Asti Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932 ca.. Date of Artwork:XIV-XV sec

Background imageRose Window Collection: External view of Asti's Cathedral, dedicated to Mary of the Assumption and Saint Gothard

External view of Asti's Cathedral, dedicated to Mary of the Assumption and Saint Gothard. Asti Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932

Background imageRose Window Collection: Church of St. Michele in Pavia

Church of St. Michele in Pavia Pavia San Michele Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932. Date of Artwork:XII sec

Background imageRose Window Collection: Faade of the Carthusian Monastery of Pavia

Faade of the Carthusian Monastery of Pavia Pavia Carthusian Monastery Church - Facade High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageRose Window Collection: The faade of the Church of San Marco in Milan

The faade of the Church of San Marco in Milan Milan Church - Facade Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageRose Window Collection: The right side facade of the Duomo in Cremona

The right side facade of the Duomo in Cremona Cremona Church - Facade Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1903

Background imageRose Window Collection: The faade of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Sarzana

The faade of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Sarzana Sarzana Piazza Niccol V Church - Facade Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageRose Window Collection: The Collegiate church of San Gimignano

The Collegiate church of San Gimignano San Gimignano Piazza del Duomo Church - Facade Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932

Background imageRose Window Collection: The Church and Bell tower of S. Lorenzo, Amaseno

The Church and Bell tower of S. Lorenzo, Amaseno Amaseno Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1931. Date of Artwork:XIII sec

Background imageRose Window Collection: Sculpted rose window on the faade of the Cathedral of Altamura

Sculpted rose window on the faade of the Cathedral of Altamura. Altamura Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1931 ca

Background imageRose Window Collection: The Church of Saint Francis in Tarquinia

The Church of Saint Francis in Tarquinia Tarquinia Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1940 ca.. Date of Artwork:XIII sec

Background imageRose Window Collection: Church of Santa Maria in Strada, Monza, Brianza

Church of Santa Maria in Strada, Monza, Brianza Monza Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1932 ca.. Date of Artwork:1348 -1357




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The mesmerizing beauty of rose windows can be found in various medieval cathedrals across Europe. One such masterpiece is the stunning rose window located in the North Transept of Chartres Cathedral, France. This intricate stained glass marvel depicts biblical scenes with vibrant colors that illuminate the interior. Not far from there, in Paris, stands Notre Dame de Paris cathedral, home to a majestic master organ and another captivating rose window. The delicate details and harmonious blend of colors create an ethereal atmosphere within this iconic place of worship. Moving eastwards to Reims Notre Dame Cathedral, we encounter an 18th-century rose window dedicated to Mary. Its radiant design pays homage to the divine mother figure and adds a touch of grace to this sacred space. Venturing further into Europe's diverse architectural heritage, we find ourselves at Notre-Dame-des-Carmes church in Pont-l'Abbe, where yet another enchanting rose window captivates visitors with its intricate patterns and kaleidoscope-like effect. Traveling southward brings us to Santa Maria del Mar in Barcelona, Catalonia. This Catalan Gothic church boasts a resplendent rose window that bathes its interior with a celestial glow - a testament to human ingenuity and devotion. Across the sea lies Elgin Cathedral nestled amidst Scotland's Highlands. Here stands yet another remarkable example of craftsmanship - a breathtaking rose window that transports visitors back through time as they admire its grandeur against the backdrop of jagged mountains. Eugene Viollet-le-Duc played an instrumental role in restoring many cathedrals during his time as an architect. His plan for Notre Dame showcases spires intended to crown its towers – envisioning how this architectural gem might have looked originally before restoration efforts began. In London's Southwark neighborhood rests Winchester Palace with its Medieval Rose Window serving as a reminder of England's rich history and artistic prowess throughout centuries past. As night falls upon Strasbourg, the Cathedral Notre-Dame stands tall, illuminated by the moonlight.