Stonemason Collection

Construction of the Temple at Jerusalem by King Solomon, 15th century. Solomon directs proceedings from a balcony. From Les antiquities Judaiques (Antiquities of the Jews)

Thomas Telford
3586124 Thomas Telford; (add.info.: Portrait of Thomas Telford (1757-1834) a Scottish civil engineer, architect, and stonemason. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Conway Suspension Bridge
5616585 The Conway Suspension Bridge; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Conway Suspension Bridge built by Thomas Telford (1757-1834) a Scottish civil engineer, architect, and stonemason

The Inn at Cape Curig
5616584 The Inn at Cape Curig; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Inn at Cape Curig and the Conway Suspension Bridge. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1876); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Two black men at work, 1865
1576360 Two black men at work, 1865; (add.info.: Two black men at work. One, a stonemason, carves a large column. The other, a smith)

Map of Scotland showing Telford's and military roads, 1850
3359154 Map of Scotland showing Telford's and military roads, 1850; (add.info.: Map of Scotland showing Telford's roads (dotted lines) and military roads (solid lines)

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

V'la, v'la l'coco! il est frais... 1833. Creator: Honore Daumier
V'la, v'la l'coco! il est frais... 1833. V'la, v'la l'coco! il est frais - tu nous embetes avec to coco, nous n'en voulons plus'. Woman: Get your hot cocoa!'

Stone yard, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Stone yard, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday, December 6, 1890, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday, December 6, 1890, 1890.From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Columbus Memorial Construction, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Columbus Memorial Construction, 1912
Columbus Memorial Construction, 1912. [Carving of the world globe section of the Columbus Fountain, also known as the Columbus Memorial

Stonemasons carving the arms of the Bolognese Cardinal Petro Vidono, under his direction, ... 1663. Creator: Anon
Stonemasons carving the arms of the Bolognese Cardinal Petro Vidono, under his direction, 1663

Carlisle Cathedral JLP01_08_075747
CARLISLE CATHEDRAL, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. A stonemason working on the restoration of Carlisle Cathedral, chiselling a piece of stone prior to it being bonded to the existing fabric of the cathedral with

Carlisle Cathedral JLP01_08_075746
CARLISLE CATHEDRAL, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. Foreman stonemason, Ted Drinkwater, working at Carlisle Cathedral checking a stone head on the north face of the cathedral

Vanished Civilizations: Stonemason carving for teocalli
3787623 Vanished Civilizations: Stonemason carving for teocalli; (add.info.: Vanished Civilizations: Stonemason carving for teocalli in Mesoamerica (Mexico). Pyramid surmounted by a temple

St Peters Church on Thornaby village green, workman Gary Sayer at work on restoration. 3rd February 1986

Photographer Heanly Harry Hussey, Mottingham, London stone-mason at work on one of the 8ft stone figures he carved at the London University Building. 22/2/1952 C916/6

Stonemason JLP01_09_860342
MARKET CROSS, MARKET PLACE, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. A Laing stonemason carrying out repairs at the top of the Market Cross in Carlisle, with a Laing Stonemasonry sign on display in the background

Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_60
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Masons fixing a section of a window sill into position during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_51
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Masons at work on the baptistery window during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_50
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Masons at work on the baptistery window during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Stonemasonry and the old Cathedral JLP01_01_026_48
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view towards three builders working on a section of the baptistery window at Coventry Cathedral

Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_46
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Three builders working on the construction of the baptistery window at Coventry Cathedral

Carlisle Cathedral JLP01_08_075745
CARLISLE CATHEDRAL, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. A stonemason working at Carlisle Cathedral preparing the tracery of a window for new stone to be held in by SBD Certite

Carlisle Cathedral JLP01_08_075742
CARLISLE CATHEDRAL, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. A stonemason working at Carlisle Cathedral applying SBD Certite during restoration on the tracery of a window

Carlisle Cathedral JLP01_10_07911
CARLISLE CATHEDRAL, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. A Laing stonemason chiselling a block of stone to be used in repairs at Carlisle Cathedral

Carlisle Cathedral JLP01_08_075748
CARLISLE CATHEDRAL, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. A stonemason measuring and laying out blocks of stone on a template for the restoration of a window at Carlisle Cathedral

Stone staircase at the entrance of the Basilica of Santa Maria del Colle in Pescocostanzo. Pescocostanzo, province of L Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy

Maria Pita - Spanish heroine
Maria Pita (Maria Mayor Fernandez de Camara y Pita) (1565-1643). Spanish heroine. Philip II awarded her the rank of ensign for the defense of Corunna against the attack of the English Armada in 1589

Tower Babel 1563 Brueghel Pieter Elder Bruegel
tower, babel, 1563, brueghel, pieter, elder, bruegel, allegories, time, vanitas, architecture, building, crane, construction, death, allegory, giraffe, megalomania, nebuchadnezzar, ii, biblical, old

Ostrich, River, Cobbler, Religion, Carpenter and Grinder: The Month of January
ALG174482 Ostrich, River, Cobbler, Religion, Carpenter and Grinder: The Month of January, from a zodiac cycle inspired by the astrological theories of Pietro d Albano (1257-1315) (fresco)

Stonemasons, from Sources for the History of Italy from the Italian History Institute, pg 188, published 1892 (woodcut)
473770 Stonemasons, from Sources for the History of Italy from the Italian History Institute, pg 188, published 1892 (woodcut) by Italian School

Historiated initial L depicting a sculptor at work, from the Historia Naturalis, by Pliny the Elder (vellum)
XIR187052 Historiated initial L depicting a sculptor at work, from the Historia Naturalis, by Pliny the Elder (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Venice

Street Scenes in Times of Peace, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), 14th century. Creator: Zhu Yu
Street Scenes in Times of Peace, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), 14th century ??

Stage Frieze and Cornice, c. 1870. Creator: Louis-Emile Durandelle
Stage Frieze and Cornice, c. 1870. [Masons working on carved stone decoration at the Opera building in Paris]. Albumen print, from " Le Nouvel Opera de Paris, Sculpture Ornementale" (1875)

Man Goeth Forth To His Labours, 1859 (oil on canvas)
3822499 Man Goeth Forth To His Labours, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Calderon, Philip Hermogenes (1833-98); 76.2x87 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire

Leonardo da Vinci collaborating on the construction of Milan Catherdal under the orders of Ludovico Sforza (chromolitho)
2782718 Leonardo da Vinci collaborating on the construction of Milan Catherdal under the orders of Ludovico Sforza (chromolitho) by European School

Fr 6465 f. 96 Construction of the Church at Aix La Chapelle by Charlemagne (742-814
EDI309656 Fr 6465 f.96 Construction of the Church at Aix La Chapelle by Charlemagne (742-814) (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The construction of the tower of Babel (mosaic) (b / w photo)
ALI345932 The construction of the tower of Babel (mosaic) (b/w photo) by Sicilian School, (12th Century); Palatine Chapel, Palermo, Sicily

Construction of the Temple of Jerusalem, illustration from L
REV326542 Construction of the Temple of Jerusalem, illustration from L Ancien Testament, published by Jakob Ferdinand Schreiber, Esslingen (colour engraving) by German School

The construction of the Tower of Babel, illustration from L Ancien Testament
REV326535 The construction of the Tower of Babel, illustration from L Ancien Testament, published by Jakob Ferdinand Schreiber, Esslingen (colour engraving) by German School

Relief depicting artists and craftsmen at work, from the base of the niche depicting
BEN212394 Relief depicting artists and craftsmen at work, from the base of the niche depicting the Quattro Coronati (marble) by Nanni di Banco (c.1384-1421); Orsanmichele Church and Museum, Florence

Pavement detail of a mason (mosaic)
XIR189665 Pavement detail of a mason (mosaic) by Byzantine School, (6th century); Church of St. Cosmos and St. Damianus, Jerash, Jordan; out of copyright

The Stonemasons, illustration from a childrens book, c. 1890 (colour litho)
CHT173518 The Stonemasons, illustration from a childrens book, c.1890 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

Ms 23 C 124 fol. 3 The Construction of the Tower of Babel, from the Velislav Bible, c
XIR216424 Ms 23 C 124 fol.3 The Construction of the Tower of Babel, from the Velislav Bible, c.1340 (vellum) by Czech School, (14th century); 24.5x30.7 cm; National University Library, Prague

The French in Cairo in 1800, 1884 (oil on canvas)
SAG59081 The French in Cairo in 1800, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Horsley, Walter Charles (1855-1934); 138.4x201.9 cm; Sheffield Galleries and Museums Trust

Fr 6465 f. 96 Construction of the Church at Aix La Chapelle by Charlemagne (742-814
EDI38976 Fr 6465 f.96 Construction of the Church at Aix La Chapelle by Charlemagne (742-814) (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Scene from the Legend of St. Leopold, 1505 (tempera on panel)
KLN146830 Scene from the Legend of St. Leopold, 1505 (tempera on panel) by Frueauf, Rueland, the Younger (fl.1498-1545); Stiftsmuseum, Klosterneuburg

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"From the Construction of the Temple at Jerusalem to Modern Masterpieces: The Timeless Craftsmanship of Stonemasons" Throughout history, stonemasons have played a pivotal role in shaping our architectural heritage. Dating back to ancient times, their skills and dedication have left an indelible mark on iconic structures around the world. In the 15th century, during King Solomon's reign, stonemasons were entrusted with constructing the magnificent Temple at Jerusalem. Their meticulous craftsmanship transformed stone into awe-inspiring walls that stood as a testament to human ingenuity and devotion. Fast forward to the 18th century, where Scottish civil engineer Thomas Telford honed his skills as a stonemason. Born in Langholm, Scotland, Telford's innovative designs showcased his mastery over this age-old craft. His contributions revolutionized bridge construction and set new standards for engineering excellence. But it wasn't just men who excelled in this field; women like Maria Pita also made their mark. This Spanish heroine fearlessly defended her city against invaders during the 16th century using her knowledge of stonemasonry to fortify its defenses. Her bravery serves as an inspiration even today. The Tower of Babel depicted by Pieter Brueghel Elder in 1563 captures both the grandeur and challenges faced by stonemasons throughout history. As they worked tirelessly on towering structures like Carlisle Cathedral or German masterpieces, these skilled artisans encountered obstacles but never faltered in their pursuit of perfection. Their artistry is evident in every chiseled detail - from intricate carvings adorning cathedrals to sturdy foundations supporting monumental buildings. Stonemasonry is not merely about assembling stones; it is about preserving traditions while pushing boundaries. Today, modern-day stonemasons continue this legacy by combining traditional techniques with contemporary innovation.