Alcoves Collection

Night view of the tiled Province Alcoves along the walls of the Plaza de Espana, Seville, Andalusia, Spain

United States of America, Colardo, Mesa Verde, Cliff Palace

National Park Bank Interior, New York City, 1910 (gelatin silver photo)
NYH249106 National Park Bank Interior, New York City, 1910 (gelatin silver photo) by Hall, G.P

Azulejos, Painted Tiles (colour litho)
3652042 Azulejos, Painted Tiles (colour litho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Azulejos, Painted Tiles)

Alcoves of Old Westminster Bridge (engraving)
3636553 Alcoves of Old Westminster Bridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alcoves of Old Westminster Bridge)

Two queens sharing a drink, from Lovers embrace in an alcove, c
874532 Two queens sharing a drink, from Lovers embrace in an alcove, c.1780 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 22 x18.5 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

St Mary Peribleptos Monastery - Istanbul
Byzantine Church and Monastery of St Mary Peribleptos - Istanbul, Turkey (Sulu Manastir)

Italian Lakes - Grotto, Isola Bella - Stone building - alcoves filled with shells and figures. Part of Box 184 Boswell Collection - Italian Lakes. Date: circa 1900

Parliament House, Edinburgh, from A Short History of the English People by J
KW387008 Parliament House, Edinburgh, from A Short History of the English People by J. R

Colosseum in Rome, artwork C017 / 7196
Colosseum in Rome. Cutaway and see-through artwork of the Colosseum (or Coliseum), the arena in Ancient Rome used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles

Reims, France - Rue de Tambour. Maison des Musiciens

Westminster Bridge 1827
A view of the old bridge, showing the raised inward- facing alcoves at the top of each arch pillar

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Alcoves, the hidden gems of architectural wonders, can be found in various corners of the world. In Furness Abbey, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England, alcoves stand as silent witnesses to centuries-old history. Their weathered walls tell tales of monks seeking solace and contemplation. Across the Atlantic Ocean lies Seville's Plaza de Espana, where nightfall illuminates tiled Province Alcoves along its grand walls. The vibrant colors dance under moonlight, showcasing Spain's rich heritage and artistic prowess. In Mesa Verde's Cliff Palace in Colorado, USA, alcoves serve as ancient dwellings carved into towering cliffs. These remarkable structures offer a glimpse into the lives of ancestral Puebloans who once called these alcove homes their sanctuary. Traveling back in time to 1910 New York City brings us to National Park Bank Interior. A gelatin silver photo captures elegant alcoves within this historic bank building—a testament to an era when opulence met functionality. Venturing further across continents leads us to South America's Peru and its Sacred Valley near Cusco. Here lies Pisac with its mystical alcoves that guard secrets from civilizations long gone—whispering stories only ancient stones can remember. Italy's Isola Bella enchants visitors with its grotto-like alcove on the Italian Lakeshores. Nature intertwines seamlessly with human craftsmanship here—an idyllic retreat for those seeking tranquility amidst breathtaking beauty. Returning once more to Mesa Verde's Cliff Palace reminds us of humanity's ability to adapt and thrive even in challenging environments. These cliffside alcove dwellings remind us that home is not limited by conventional boundaries but rather shaped by our ingenuity and resilience throughout history.