Stone Quarry Collection

Stone Workers, 1888. Creator: Axel Jungstedt
Stone Workers, 1888

Stonequarry by the River Oise II, 1877. Creator: Carl Fredrik Hill
Stonequarry by the River Oise II, 1877

Ableman's Narrows, between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
Ableman's Narrows, between 1880 and 1899

Marble quarry near Rutland, between 1890 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Marble quarry near Rutland, between 1890 and 1905

Landscape (oil on canvas)
NGW388561 Landscape (oil on canvas) by Loutherbourg, Philip James (Jacques) de (1740-1812); 46.5x61.8 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Quarries at Pontoise, 1882 (oil on canvas)
NUL386974 Quarries at Pontoise, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 60x73 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Group of 11 Early Stereograph Views of British Landscapes, 1850s-1920s. Creator: Unknown
Group of 11 Early Stereograph Views of British Landscapes, 1850s-1920s. [The Devils Chimney, Leckhampton]

Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, La Pedrera
Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, Chimneys and vents on the roof of Casa Mila apartment building known as La Pedrera or Stone Quarry designed by Antoni Gaudi in the Eixample district

The Stone Quarries, Craigleith, near Edinburgh: From Which the New Town was Built, 1829. Artist: W Wallis
The Stone Quarries, Craigleith, near Edinburgh: From Which the New Town was Built, 1829. Located two miles north-west of Edinburgh city centre, Craigleith Quarry was active for over 300 years

Tilly Whim Caves on Durlston Head, Dorset, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Tilly Whim Caves on Durlston Head, Dorset, 20th century. A disused quarry for Portland Stone. Three stone quarries on the Jurassic Coast of the English Channel whereTriassic

Cellar in an old stone quarry, modern stainless steel fermentation vats. Chateau Belair (Bel Air) 1st, premier Grand Cru Classe, Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, Gironde, Aquitaine, France

RUGELEY, FROM THE STONE QUARRY, UK. A historic market town in the county of Staffordshire, England. It lies on the north-eastern edge of Cannock Chase next to the River Trent

The underground winery and cellar in an old stone quarry, Chateau Belair (Bel Air) 1st, premier Grand Cru Classe, Saint Emilion, Bordeaux Gironde, Aquitaine, France

RUGELEY, FROM THE STONE QUARRY, UK. A historic market town in the county of Staffordshire, England. It lies on the north-eastern edge of Cannock Chase next to the River Trent

Stone quarry, historical artwork
Stone quarry. Historical artwork of a stone quarry at Angers, France. Engraving by Houfnagel, 1561

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"Unveiling the Beauty of Stone Quarries: A Journey through Time and Landscapes" Step back in time to the late 19th century with "Quarries at Pontoise, 1882, " a mesmerizing oil on canvas painting that captures the rawness and ruggedness of stone quarries. The unknown creator of the "Group of 11 Early Stereograph Views of British Landscapes" takes us even further back, showcasing stunning British landscapes from the 1850s-1920s. Traveling to Spain, specifically Catalonia's Barcelona, we encounter "La Pedrera, " an architectural marvel born out of stone quarries. Its grandeur stands as a testament to human ingenuity and our ability to transform nature's resources into breathtaking structures. Delving deeper into history, we arrive at Craigleith near Edinburgh where "The Stone Quarries" played a pivotal role in constructing the New Town in 1829. W Wallis' artistic depiction transports us back to witness how these quarries shaped an entire cityscape. Venturing towards Durlston Head in Dorset, we discover Tilly Whim Caves—a hidden gem within stone quarries—captured by CM Dixon during the twentieth century. These caves hold secrets untold and whisper tales from centuries past. Our journey then takes us southward to Sicily's Favignana Island—an Italian paradise adorned with natural wonders like Cala Rossa. Here lies Europe's beauty personified; its turquoise waters caress ancient limestone cliffs carved by generations who once extracted stones for construction or artistry. Returning once more to Catalonia's Barcelona, La Pedrera beckons us again with its magnificence—a reminder that even amidst urbanization, remnants of quarrying heritage endure as timeless landmarks. Join us on this captivating exploration through time and landscapes—the story behind each image unfolds before your eyes as you immerse yourself in the allure of stone quarries.