Clerestory Collection

View of the interior, c.1240-75 (photo)
MAE170067 View of the interior, c.1240-75 (photo) by German School, (13th century); Strasbourg Cathedral, Strasbourg, Alsace

Interior view of galleried central parlor with clerestory, c1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Interior view of galleried central parlor with clerestory, c1900. "Norfolk & Washington Steamboat Co."

Interior view of the nave with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Martyrs (b / w photo)
ALI224384 Interior view of the nave with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Martyrs (b/w photo) by Byzantine School, (6th century); Sant Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna

Interior of St. Michaels Church, Coventry, 1862 (oil on canvas)
COV138415 Interior of St. Michaels Church, Coventry, 1862 (oil on canvas) by Gee, David (1793-1872); Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry, UK; eHerbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry; English

The Kitchen at Chatsworth, c. 1830 (w / c on paper)
621513 The Kitchen at Chatsworth, c.1830 (w/c on paper) by Hunt, William Henry (1790-1864); 30.5x22.9 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Chatsworth House, North Derbyshire)

Daniel, Jonah and Habakuk, Choir, clerestory, south side (stained glass)
694080 Daniel, Jonah and Habakuk, Choir, clerestory, south side (stained glass) by French School; Basilique Saint-Remi, Reims, France; French, out of copyright

Interior view of the choir, begun after 1284 (photo)
MAE171272 Interior view of the choir, begun after 1284 (photo) by French School, (13th century); Beauvais Cathedral, Beauvais

View of the nave looking east, c. 1180-1239 (photo)
MAE169967 View of the nave looking east, c.1180-1239 (photo) by English School; Wells Cathedral, Somerset, UK; ePaul Maeyaert; English, out of copyright

Interior of the transept crossing, consecrated 1216 (photo)
PWI94693 Interior of the transept crossing, consecrated 1216 (photo) by French School, (13th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres, France; ePeter Willi; French, out of copyright

Interior view of the nave with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Martyrs (b / w photo)
ALI224383 Interior view of the nave with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Martyrs (b/w photo) by Byzantine School, (6th century); Sant Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna

Toledo Cathedral, 1916 (oil on canvas)
3432788 Toledo Cathedral, 1916 (oil on canvas) by Halpert, Samuel (1884-1930); 114.34x89.22 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; American, out of copyright

Illustrations of the Gloucester Musical Festival (engraving)
1610612 Illustrations of the Gloucester Musical Festival (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrations of the Gloucester Musical Festival)

View of the nave and the choir, built 1314-15th century (photo)
XIR229510 View of the nave and the choir, built 1314-15th century (photo) by French School; Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, Troyes, France; (add.info.: the nave and the choir; ); French

View of the nave towards the choir, built between 1646-1780 (photo)
XIR229508 View of the nave towards the choir, built between 1646-1780 (photo) by Servandoni, Giovanni Niccolo (1695-1766); Church of Saint-Sulpice, Paris, France; (add.info.: begun by Gamard)

Interior of a Gothic Church, 1751-1800 (oil on canvas)
BFM286644 Interior of a Gothic Church, 1751-1800 (oil on canvas) by Lafontaine, Pierre Joseph (1758-1835); 32x46 cm; Schlossmuseum, Schloss Friedenstein, Gotha

Interior view of the nave with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Virgin Martyrs (b / w photo)
ALI224381 Interior view of the nave with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Virgin Martyrs (b/w photo) by Byzantine School, (6th century); Sant Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna

San Pietro in Vincoli, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384813 San Pietro in Vincoli, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info)

View of the nave towards the apse, c. 1120
ALI414894 View of the nave towards the apse, c.1120 by Italian School, (12th century); Sant Ambrogio, Milan, Italy; (add.info)

View of the interior, 1120-50 (photo)
MAE170574 View of the interior, 1120-50 (photo) by French School, (12th century); Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, Vezelay, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Kirkstall Abbey from the North West, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire
STC130633 Kirkstall Abbey from the North West, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire, engraved by George Hawkins (1819-52), 1843 (colour litho) by Richardson

Rievaulx Abbey, the Transept and Choir, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire
STC130636 Rievaulx Abbey, the Transept and Choir, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire, engraved by George Hawkins (1819-52), 1843 (colour litho) by Richardson

Roche Abbey, view from the West, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire
STC130637 Roche Abbey, view from the West, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire, engraved by George Hawkins (1819-52), 1842 (colour litho) by Richardson

View of the crossing tower towards the south-west, completed c. 1230 (photo)
MAE172183 View of the crossing tower towards the south-west, completed c.1230 (photo) by French School; Laon Cathedral, Laon, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

The Roman Catholic Chapel, Lincolns Inn Fields, from Ackermann
STC170338 The Roman Catholic Chapel, Lincolns Inn Fields, from Ackermanns Microcosm of London, engraved by John Bluck (fl.1791-1819), 1808 (aquatint) by Rowlandson, T. (1756-1827) & Pugin, A.C

Ancient Baptistery at Ravenna (engraving)
1059402 Ancient Baptistery at Ravenna (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Baptistery at Ravenna)

Details of Clerestory Window Tracery and Vaulting of the Aisle below
2831517 Details of Clerestory Window Tracery and Vaulting of the Aisle below, in St Mary Redcliffe (pencil & w/c on paper) by Carter, John (1748-1817); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Santa Costanza. The family tomb of Constantine, called the Temple of Bacchus
STC384811 Santa Costanza. The family tomb of Constantine, called the Temple of Bacchus, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info.: S)

Interior view of the nave with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Virgin Martyrs (b / w photo)
ALI224382 Interior view of the nave with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Virgin Martyrs (b/w photo) by Byzantine School, (6th century); Sant Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna

North Side of the Est End of the Choir Clerestory (stained glass)
1279204 North Side of the Est End of the Choir Clerestory (stained glass) by French School; Tours Cathedral, France; (add.info.: Tours, Cathedral, France French school); French, out of copyright

View of the nave from the choir, 1020-1135 (photo) (see also 181868)
XIR229541 View of the nave from the choir, 1020-1135 (photo) (see also 181868) by French School; Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy, France; (add.info.: the nave seen from the choir; ); French

Umbria Perugia Spoleto S. Eufemia Italy italian country
Umbria Perugia Spoleto S. Eufemia, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views include the facade, apse and short bell tower

Hillside and Clerestory Railway Coaches, Sandgate, Kent
Hillside and Clerestory Railway Coaches, Sandgate, Folkestone, Kent, England. Hythe and Sandgate Railway Date: 1910s

Paris, France - Saint Denis, Tomb of Louis XII. Date: circa 1840

Paris, France - Saint Denis, Monument of Marie de Modene. Date: 17th century

Paris, France - Saint Denis. Date: 17th century

View of Durham Cathedral Nave (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF276439 View of Durham Cathedral Nave (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

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The clerestory, a defining feature of many grand architectural structures, holds a captivating allure that transcends time. From the Church of St Mary to Harlaxton Manor in Lincolnshire, its presence is felt and admired. As one ascends The Cedar Staircase at Harlaxton Manor they can greeted by an awe-inspiring sight - an interior view of the nave adorned with mosaics depicting the Procession of the Martyrs. This black and white photo captures the essence of devotion and artistry intertwined. Moving on to St. Michaels Church in Coventry, an oil painting from 1862 transports us back to a different era. The intricate details showcased within this masterpiece allow us to appreciate not only the architecture but also the skillful brushstrokes that bring it to life. Venturing further into history, we find ourselves in Chatsworth's kitchen circa 1830. A watercolor on paper showcases this bustling space where culinary delights were crafted for generations past. As our journey continues through stained glass windows at various locations such as Toledo Cathedral or Gloucester Musical Festival illustrations engraved delicately onto paper, we witness stories unfold before our eyes. Daniel, Jonah, and Habakuk come alive within these colorful panes adorning choir clerestories while transporting us back centuries ago. Stepping inside cathedrals like Toledo Cathedral or admiring photos capturing interiors dating back hundreds of years allows us glimpses into moments frozen in time. Whether it be viewing a stunning choir begun after 1284 or standing beneath towering arches consecrated in 1216 at transept crossings - each image evokes a sense of reverence and wonderment. Whether captured through photographs or immortalized on canvas; whether witnessed firsthand or experienced vicariously through engravings - the beauty and significance held within clerestories continue to captivate hearts across generations.