Classical Architecture Collection

Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian columns
Classical styles of columns - Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian architecture. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Pantheon interior, ancient Rome
Interior of the Pantheon in ancient Rome. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Parthenon in ancient Athens
The Parthenon atop the Acropolis at the height of Athens power, 400s BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Burj Khalifa, the tallest man made structure in the world at 828 metres, viewed from the Palace Hotel, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Home in ancient Rome
Roman house, viewed from the atrium through the tablinumin to the peristyle and a garden. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

A Sunset or Landscape with Argus Guarding Io (oil on canvas)
HLK151704 A Sunset or Landscape with Argus Guarding Io (oil on canvas) by Claude Lorrain (Claude Gellee) (1600-82); 101x126.5 cm; By kind permission of the Earl of Leicester

Site where the Olympic flame is lit for each Games (photo)
ANC225007 Site where the Olympic flame is lit for each Games (photo) by Greek; Olympia, Greece; © Stephen Coyne. All rights reserved 2024.

Michelangelos David replica statue, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, Florence, Tuscany, Italy

Evening dinner party by the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio, Florence, Tuscany, Italy. Bridge originally built in Roman times, rebuilt in 1345

Cathedral di Santa Maria del Fiore facade, Florence, Italy. Baptistery was created in 1100 s. One of the oldest buildings in Florence

The Arch of Titus, Rome (w/c on paper)
MAN278083 The Arch of Titus, Rome (w/c on paper) by Wyld, William (1806-89); 24.7x37.3 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info)

Excavations in the dunes (photo)
XAM198128 Excavations in the dunes (photo) by Roman, (1st century AD); Leptis Magna, Libya; Ali Meyer

The colonnade of the Louvre photographed during restoration, 8th September 1966 (photo)
XIR172604 The colonnade of the Louvre photographed during restoration, 8th September 1966 (photo) by Perrault, Claude (1613-78); Paris, France; (add.info.: The colonnade photographs during the works;)

Limestone columns from the theatre (photo)
XAM198124 Limestone columns from the theatre (photo) by Roman, (1st century AD); Leptis Magna, Libya; (add.info.: built in limestone by Annobal Rufus;); Ali Meyer

Harbour Scene with Triumphal Arch (oil on canvas)
DON279031 Harbour Scene with Triumphal Arch (oil on canvas) by Joli, Antonio (1700-77); 73.7x99.1 cm; His Grace The Duke of Norfolk, Arundel Castle

The Marathon: Race in Memory of a Great Greek Victory, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge
IL281073 The Marathon: Race in Memory of a Great Greek Victory, illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge (colour litho) by Tennant, C

Samson Destroying the Temple of Dagan, god of the Philistines (oil on canvas)
ALG183292 Samson Destroying the Temple of Dagan, god of the Philistines (oil on canvas) by Joli, Antonio (1700-77); Museo Civico di Storia ed Arte, Modena, Italy

Then Orpheus took his harp and began his magic song, illustration for How they built the ship "Argo"in
IL193712 Then Orpheus took his harp and began his magic song, illustration for How they built the ship " Argo" in Iolcos, from The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales

Regent Street, looking towards the Quadrant, London, 1822
6339974 Regent Street, looking towards the Quadrant, London, 1822 by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Regent Street, looking towards the Quadrant, London, 1822)

The Colosseum with the Arch of Constantine, c. 1730 (oil on canvas)
6041564 The Colosseum with the Arch of Constantine, c.1730 (oil on canvas) by Pannini or Panini, G. P. (1691-1765) (attr. to); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arco di Costantino)

Marina, sunset (oil on canvas)
XIR390300 Marina, sunset (oil on canvas) by Lallemand, Jean-Baptiste (c.1710-c.1803); 71x95 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Angers, France; (add.info.: Marine, soleil couchant; ); French, out of copyright

Capriccio with a Ruined Arch (oil)
AGN284357 Capriccio with a Ruined Arch (oil) by Guardi, Francesco (1712-93); Private Collection; (add.info.: one of a pair (see 284332); ); Photo eAgnew s, London; Italian, out of copyright

Ruins of the Roman Theatre (photo)
KW274204 Ruins of the Roman Theatre (photo) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Malaga, Spain; out of copyright

Entrance of a house (photo)
NUL262990 Entrance of a house (photo) by Roman, (1st century BC); Area archeologica di Pompei, Naples, Campania, Italy; out of copyright

An Architectural Capriccio with a Roman Sacrifice (oil on canvas)
MHB276664 An Architectural Capriccio with a Roman Sacrifice (oil on canvas) by Codazzi, V. (1603-72) & Gargiulo, D. (M. Spadaro) (1612-75); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Titlepage of The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire
XJF275542 Titlepage of The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, by Edward Gibbon, Vol 1, 1808 (litho) (b/w photo) by Cook, Henry R

Temple of the Sun, Jerash, 1875 (b / w photo)
PEF320894 Temple of the Sun, Jerash, 1875 (b/w photo) by Dumas, Tancrede (1830-1905); Palestine Exploration Fund, London, UK; (add.info.: now known as the Temple of Artemis)

Hadrians Arch at the entrance to Jerash, 1867 (b / w photo)
PEF320888 Hadrians Arch at the entrance to Jerash, 1867 (b/w photo) by Phillips, Sergeant Henry (fl.1866-67); Palestine Exploration Fund, London

The Column of Marcus Aurelius, Roman (photo)
AII135651 The Column of Marcus Aurelius, Roman (photo) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Piazza Colonna, Rome, Italy; out of copyright

The Colosseum, built c. 70-80 AD (photo)
KW247047 The Colosseum, built c.70-80 AD (photo) by Roman, (1st century AD); Rome, Italy; out of copyright

St. Francis Xavier Blessing the Sick (oil on canvas)
BBC209494 St. Francis Xavier Blessing the Sick (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: founder of the Society of Jesus; ); Flemish

The Temple of Apollo (photo)
XIR210229 The Temple of Apollo (photo) by Roman, (1st century BC); Area archeologica di Pompei, Naples, Campania, Italy; out of copyright

Remains of the theatre (photo)
BAL199564 Remains of the theatre (photo) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Palmyra, Syria; (add.info.: built during Roman occupation of Syria; ); out of copyright

Hadrians Villa, near Tivoli (pen and gouache on paper)
FIT167654 Hadrians Villa, near Tivoli (pen and gouache on paper) by Clerisseau, Charles Louis (1721-1820); 39.8x55.6 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French

Carthage: Aeneas and Achates, 1825 (w / c & bodycolour on paper)
BIR189864 Carthage: Aeneas and Achates, 1825 (w/c & bodycolour on paper) by Cox, David (1783-1859); 76x116 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info)

View of the ruined city (photo)
BAL176128 View of the ruined city (photo) by Roman, (1st century BC); Area archeologica di Pompei, Naples, Campania, Italy; out of copyright

View of the amphitheatre (photo)
XIR226183 View of the amphitheatre (photo) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Aspendos, Turkey; (add.info.: seating capacity of 17 000; built in honour of Marcus Aurelius; ); out of copyright

Aqueduct (photo)
XSP224090 Aqueduct (photo) by Roman, (1st century BC); Caesarea, Israel; out of copyright

The thermal baths of Stabiae (photo)
ALG226015 The thermal baths of Stabiae (photo) by Roman, (1st century BC); Area archeologica di Pompei, Naples, Campania, Italy; out of copyright

Entrance to the stadium (photo)
ANC225001 Entrance to the stadium (photo) by Greek; Olympia, Greece; (add.info.: there were 3 stadiums over course of history; this possibly 3rd, built c05th BC; ); Photo eStephen Coyne; Greek

Porch of the Maidens, c. 421-405 BC (photo)
MAE172528 Porch of the Maidens, c.421-405 BC (photo) by Greek, (5th century BC); Erechtheion, Acropolis, Athens, Greece; ePaul Maeyaert; Greek, out of copyright

Capriccio with an Arch and Landing Stage, c. 1750 (oil on canvas)
AII50189 Capriccio with an Arch and Landing Stage, c.1750 (oil on canvas) by Guardi, Francesco (1712-93); 30x53 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Course of Empire: Destruction, 1836 (oil on canvas)
NYH149366 The Course of Empire: Destruction, 1836 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 100x161.2 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society

View of the ruins of an Ionic temple at Sardis, probably the Temple of Neptune, c
XYC206140 View of the ruins of an Ionic temple at Sardis, probably the Temple of Neptune, c.1750 (grey wash, pen & ink and pencil on paper) by Borra

Imaginary Ruins (oil on canvas)
LMG140065 Imaginary Ruins (oil on canvas) by Coccorante, Leonardo (1680-1750); 203.2x180.3 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; Italian

Ruin by the Sea, 1881 (oil on canvas)
FFA178134 Ruin by the Sea, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901); 120x78 cm; Private Collection; Swiss, out of copyright

Via dell Abbondanza (photo)
BAL176117 Via dell Abbondanza (photo) by Roman, (1st century BC); Area archeologica di Pompei, Naples, Campania, Italy; out of copyright

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"Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Classical Architecture" Step into a world where elegance and grandeur reign supreme. Classical architecture, with its iconic Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian columns, has stood the test of time as a symbol of sophistication and artistic mastery. From the towering Burj Khalifa in Dubai to the awe-inspiring Pantheon interior in ancient Rome, classical architecture never fails to leave us breathless. The Parthenon in ancient Athens whispers tales of ancient civilizations while a humble home in ancient Rome takes us back to simpler times. Marvel at Michelangelo's David replica statue proudly standing tall at Piazza della Signoria, surrounded by the majestic Palazzo Vecchio in Florence. A Sunset or Landscape with Argus Guarding Io painting on canvas transports us to mythical realms filled with gods and goddesses. Even closer to home, we find glimpses of classical beauty. The Doric portico adorning Euston Station in London harks back to an era when craftsmanship was revered. The Arch of Titus stands proud amidst the bustling streets of Rome, reminding us of triumphs long past. Delve into history through excavations captured beautifully on film; these snapshots reveal secrets hidden beneath shifting sands. As evening falls upon Ponte Vecchio in Florence, gather for a delightful dinner party by the Arno River - an enchanting setting that exudes timeless charm. The Cathedral di Santa Maria del Fiore facade beckons visitors from afar as they marvel at its intricate details. And let's not forget about the Baptistery created centuries ago – a testament to human ingenuity and devotion. Classical architecture is more than just buildings; it is an embodiment of artistry that transcends time itself. It continues to inspire awe and admiration across continents as we appreciate its enduring legacy throughout history.