Porticos Collection

The most famous buildings of the world 1885
Comparative heights of famous buildings in 1885, including 1. Porcelain Tower, Nankin China. 2. St. Georges Hall Liverpool. 3. Tomb of Thedoric, Ravenna. 4. Chichester Cathedral. 5

Facade of the Temple of Zeus at Olympia (engraving)
8635060 Facade of the Temple of Zeus at Olympia (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Facade of the Temple of Zeus at Olympia, Greece)

Buckingham Palace: Portico of the Garden Entry (b/w photo)
8650382 Buckingham Palace: Portico of the Garden Entry (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portico of the Garden Entry)

The Portico (engraving)
8632751 The Portico (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Portico. Illustration for Glimpses of Old English Homes by Elizabeth Balch (Macmillan)

Cambridge: Fitzwilliam Museum, Portico and colonnade, Interior, looking North West (b/w photo)
8621778 Cambridge: Fitzwilliam Museum, Portico and colonnade, Interior, looking North West (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fitzwilliam Museum)

Home of David Williams Wire, Lord Mayor of London, Lewisham (engraving)
8676574 Home of David Williams Wire, Lord Mayor of London, Lewisham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home of David Williams Wire, Lord Mayor of London)

Buckingham Palace: Upper Storey of Portico in the Courtyard (b/w photo)
8651597 Buckingham Palace: Upper Storey of Portico in the Courtyard (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Upper Storey of Portico in the Courtyard)

Palace of Diocletian Croatia - Luxor Restaurant in the Roman Diocletian Palace, World Heritage Site, Old town of Split
IMB4872123 Palace of Diocletian Croatia - Luxor Restaurant in the Roman Diocletian Palace, World Heritage Site, Old town of Split, Split, Croatia

Procession approaching the Temple of Panhellenic Zeus at Aegina (engraving)
8635042 Procession approaching the Temple of Panhellenic Zeus at Aegina (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

East India House, Leadenhall Street, London (engraving)
8676365 East India House, Leadenhall Street, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: East India House, Leadenhall Street, London)

The Mansion House, City of London (engraving)
8676638 The Mansion House, City of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mansion House, City of London)

Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London (engraving)
8676492 Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London, opened on 15 May 1858)

A Greek Flower-Girl (litho)
8660774 A Greek Flower-Girl (litho) by Ralli, Theodore Jacques (1852-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Greek Flower-Girl)

A porch of the Bodega Coloma©winery estancia, near Molinos, Calchaquai Valleys
A porch of the Bodega Colomewinery estancia, near Molinos, CalchaquAi Valleys, Salta province, Argentina. Bodega Colomeis the oldest winery in Argentina, estabilished in 1831

The Forum of Trajan in Rome (drawing)
904725 The Forum of Trajan in Rome (drawing) by Nicolle, Victor Jean (1754-1826); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen, France; (add.info.: by Jean Victor Nicolle (1754-1826))

Portico (stone)
904690 Portico (stone) by Celtic, (3rd-2nd century BC); Musee de la Vieille Charite, Marseille, France

DDE-90034611
Europe, Portugal, Obidos. Santa Maria Church in Obidos. Date: 09/02/2006

The most famous buildings of the world, showing comparative heights (colour litho)
1094588 The most famous buildings of the world, showing comparative heights (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The most famous buildings of the world)

The International Exhibition; West porticos of the western dome (engraving)
609301 The International Exhibition; West porticos of the western dome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Annunciation (tempera and gilding on panel)
1216746 The Annunciation (tempera and gilding on panel) by Angelico, Fra (c.1387-1455) (follower of); 23.2x19.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Italian

Main section of the garden facade, 1668-84 (photo)
MAE170034 Main section of the garden facade, 1668-84 (photo) by Le Vau, Louis (c.1612-70) & Mansart, Jules H. (1646-1708); Chateau de Versailles, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Spain. Barcelona. Porxos d en Xifr?. Detail reliefs
Spain. Barcelona. Porxos d en Xifr?. Edifice neo-classical build commanded by Josep Xifr? i Cases. 1836. It was named Porxos after the long arcades encircling the buildings. Detail relief

Spain. Barcelona. Porxos d en Xifr?. Edifice neo-classical build commanded by Josep Xifr? i Cases. 1836. It was named Porxos after the long arcades encircling the buildings. Detail relief

Interior of the Royal Exchange, London, 1788 (copper engraving)
XJF397309 Interior of the Royal Exchange, London, 1788 (copper engraving) by Bartolozzi, Francesco (1727-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: after J)

Pompeii - Italy - Basilica Date: circa 1910s

Old buildings with porticos, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

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Porticos have long been an integral part of the world's most famous buildings, dating back to 1885. In Spain, specifically Barcelona, the Porxos d'en Xifré showcases intricate detail reliefs that captivate visitors with their beauty and craftsmanship. Another stunning example is found at the Bodega Coloma© winery estancia near Molinos in the Calchaquai Valleys, where a porch invites guests to indulge in the rich history and flavors of wine. Traveling to Rome takes us to The Forum of Trajan, depicted in a mesmerizing drawing that highlights its grandeur and architectural prowess. Porticos made from stone are prevalent throughout history, as seen in various artworks such as DDE-90034611 or Giovanni Battista Piranesi's An Ancient Forum with Porticos. The significance extends beyond individual structures; they also play a role in showcasing comparative heights among iconic buildings worldwide. A color lithograph titled "The Most Famous Buildings of the World" provides a visual spectacle by presenting these magnificent structures side by side. Even during international exhibitions like "The International Exhibition, " porticos take center stage. Engravings depict West porticos of western domes, demonstrating how these architectural elements continue to capture attention across different contexts. Artistic representations further emphasize their allure - tempera and gilding on panel bring life to "The Annunciation, " while photographs showcase main sections of garden facades adorned with porticos from 1668-84. In Barcelona once again, neo-classical architecture shines through Edifice neo-classical at Porxos d'en Xifré - a testament to timeless design principles that never fail to impress visitors from around the globe. From ancient times until today, porticoes remain an essential feature within renowned landmarks worldwide. Their elegance and grandeur continue captivating audiences as they stand tall amidst centuries-old histories and modern marvels alike.