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Left side of the Cathedral of Oxford and, on the left in the background, at right angles, is the refectory of Chirst church college

Inner court of Magdalen College overlooked by the Founder's Tower. The tower and the wings of the building on either side are partially covered with ivy Great Britain Oxford

Facade of the Guildhall, the Town Hall of London, with its gothic windows and neo-gothic spires. In front is a small square, with various figures

Choir of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Amiens (France) France Amiens Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1910 ca

A palazzo on the Bruges canal Belgium Bruges. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

View of Stockholm Sweden Stockholm. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

The monumental tomb of Cangrande, in Verona (Italy), the complex architectural structure shown in its entirety. Over the sarcophagus is a baldachin with spire at the top of which the equestrian

The famous monumental tomb of Cansignorio, by Bonino da Campione, in the Piazzaletto delle Arche Scaligere in Verona (Italy)

View of Chalons-sur-Saone dominated by the Cathedral of Saint Vincent France Chalons-sur-Saone Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

The Cathedral of Saint Vincent in Chalon-sur-Saone in Bourgogne France Bourgogne, Chalon-sur-Saone. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

Main portal, richly adorned with sculptures, of the church of San Giovanni Evangelista in Ravenna. Ravenna Portal Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of the church of Santa Maria della Spina, in Pisa. Pisa Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875-1880. Date of Artwork:1323

The majestic facade of the Cathedral in Orvieto (Italy), decorated with mosaics and sculpture Orvieto Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The octagon tower of that which remains of the old Abbazia in Cluny France Cluny Tower Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1965-1969 ca

North side of Rosslyn Chapel in Edinburgh Great Britain Edinburgh Church Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1880 ca.. Date of Artwork:1446

Church of St. Lawrence seen from Knigstrasse in Nuremburg in Germany Germany Nuremburg, Knigstrasse Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Bay window with Gothic decorations on one side of the old parish church of San Sebaldus in Nuremburg in Germany Germany Nuremburg Sculpture Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

The east choir in the Church of San Sebaldus in Nuremburg in Germany Germany Nuremburg Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Market Square in Nuremburg in Germany Germany Nuremberg. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

The entrance to the Cathedral of St.Peter in Regensburg, Germany Germany Regensburg Door International Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Facade of the Cathedral of St. Peter in Regensburg, Germany Germany Ratisbona Church - Facade International Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Gunpowder Gate (Prasna Brana) in Prague Czech Republic Prague City Gate Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

The Castle of Prague (Prazsky hrad) Czech Republic Prague Castle Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Tyn Chruch in Staromestske Square in Prague Czech Republic Prague, Staromestske Square Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

The right side, with its elegant balustrade and the spires, of the Capilla Real or Royal Chapel in Granada Spain Granada Chapel, Building Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

An arch of the Cathedral of Milan. In the background a panorama of the city Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1870-1890 ca

The top of the flank of the Cathedral of Milan Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1870-1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:XIV-XVI, XIX

The ruins of the Abbey of Whitby, in England Great Britain Abbey Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1856-1876 ca.. Date of Artwork:IX- XIII secc

Portal in gothic style of the right transept of the Cathedral of Santa Maria, in Cagliari (Sardinia), with a cusp with trilobate lunette Cagliari Portal Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Partial view, from above, of one side of the Cathedral in Milan. In the foreground the buttresses decorated with quadrilobate motifs and the high spires topped by statues Milan Church Gothic

The Htel de Ville (Town Hall) of Paris with the Seine in the foreground and the old bathing establishments France Paris Municipality, Building Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century

The fascinating Torricini facade of the Palazzo Ducale in Urbino, by Luciano Laurana. Urbino Building - Facade Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

The Cathedral of Siena (Italy) Siena Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1870 -1880 ca.. Date of Artwork:1196 -1382

Panorama of Venice from the Cupola of the Church of Santa Maria della Salute Venice. Date of Photograph:1877

Panorama of Venice from the lagoon. In the foreground, a gondolier is rowing his boat; in the background, the Palazzo Ducale and the Campanile of San Marco Venice Museum, Building Late Gothic

Panorama of New York taken from the Empire State Building. Broadway can be clearly seen lined with skyscrapers and full of trams, people and carriages

The Cathedral of Milan seen from above. In the foreground, the roofs of the old buildings in the city center Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The central drum of the Cathedral in Milan, seen from the roof of the nave, with a high spire on the top of which stands the Madonnina in gilded copper Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Detail of the richly decorated spires and flying arches of the cathedral of Milan Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1870 - 1890 ca

Detail of the buttresses and spires of the Cathedral in Milan Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1870 -1890 ca

The facade and right side of the Cathedral in Milan Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1880 -1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:XIV-XVI, XIX

Frontal view of the large portal of the duomo of Messina Messina Portal Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1869-1871

View of the facade of the Duomo of Florence and Giotto's Campanile Florence Bell Tower Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1887 ca

Partial view of Piazza della Commenda in Genoa: the building of the Commenda with a double loggia, the Church of San Giovanni di Pr without a facade and, in the background

Detail of the top of the Cathedral of Milan: the famous Madonnina is on high at the top of the drum Milan Tiburium International Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

The top of the flank of the Cathedral of Milan. In the background a panorama of the city Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1870-1890 ca

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Detail of the top of the Cathedral of Milan 1870-1890 ca. Dolcebuono, Giovanni Giacomo;;Solari, Giovanni;;Solari, Guiniforte;;Amadeo Giovanni Antonio (1447-1522);;Solari

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The top part of the flank of the Cathedral of Milan. In the background a panorama of the city 1870-1890 ca. Dolcebuono, Giovanni Giacomo;;Solari, Giovanni;;Solari

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The spire, a majestic symbol of architectural beauty and spiritual significance, can be found in various locations across the world. In England's charming town of Chesterfield, a striking spire stands tall against the skyline, drawing inspiration from Samuel Palmer's Evening Church painting from 1830. This captivating image captures the essence of tranquility and devotion. Moving on to another corner of England, an advertisement for Triumph Renown motor car showcases a sleek vehicle set against the backdrop of Salisbury Cathedral in Wiltshire. The juxtaposition between modernity and tradition is evident as the spire reaches towards the heavens while contemporary innovation takes center stage. In Trongate, Glasgow, an oil painting on board depicts a bustling street scene with a prominent spire piercing through the clouds. This artwork by Hogarth titled Four Times of Day - Noon encapsulates the energy and vibrancy that emanates from such architectural marvels. Marlow bridge leads us past All Saints Church into Marlow high street in Buckinghamshire. Here we witness yet another magnificent spire gracing this picturesque English town. Its presence adds charm and character to this idyllic setting. Traveling further north to Lincolnshire, we encounter the grandeur of West front Lincoln Cathedral alongside Exchequer Gate. The towering spires dominate this historical landscape while serving as a reminder of centuries-old craftsmanship and religious devotion. Venturing beyond England's borders to Valletta in Malta, we are greeted by an enchanting skyline at sunset adorned with both Carmelite Church dome and St. Pauls Anglican Cathedral's soaring spires. These structures stand as testaments to faith amidst breathtaking Mediterranean scenery. Crossing over to County Cork in Ireland brings us to Cobh harbor view where St. Colmans church proudly displays its steeple overlooking serene waters below. The fusion between nature's beauty and man-made architecture creates an awe-inspiring sight that resonates deeply within visitors' hearts.