Voussoirs Collection

The Main Portal of the Cathedral, illustrating the Last Judgement, 1352-1525 (photo)
BAL136773 The Main Portal of the Cathedral, illustrating the Last Judgement, 1352-1525 (photo); Onze Lieve Vrouwkerk, Antwerp Cathedral, Belgium

Portal from the monastery, c.1100 (photo)
KW141261 Portal from the monastery, c.1100 (photo); Monestir de Santa Maria, Ripoll, Catalonia, Spain

Portal from the monastery, c.1100 (photo)
KW141262 Portal from the monastery, c.1100 (photo); Monestir de Santa Maria, Ripoll, Catalonia, Spain

The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c. 1120 (stone)
XIR158798 The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c.1120 (stone) by French School, (12th century); Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, Vezelay, France; French, out of copyright

View of the tympanum depicting the Madonna and Child Enthroned
XIR174175 View of the tympanum depicting the Madonna and Child Enthroned, South Door of the Royal Portal, c.1145-50 (stone) by French School, (12th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres

Central portal of the west facade (photo)
MAE176166 Central portal of the west facade (photo) by Spanish School, (13th century); Leon Cathedral, Leon, Spain; ePaul Maeyaert; Spanish, out of copyright

Niche and voussoir sculptures of the west portal (photo)
JFS249947 Niche and voussoir sculptures of the west portal (photo) by Spanish School, (13th century); Colegiata de Santa Maria Church, Osuna, Spain; eJohn Ferro Sims; Spanish, out of copyright

Jamb sculptures of the central portral on the west facade (photo)
JFS249928 Jamb sculptures of the central portral on the west facade (photo) by Spanish School, (13th century); Leon Cathedral, Leon, Spain; eJohn Ferro Sims; Spanish, out of copyright

The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c. 1120 (stone)
XIR245759 The Pentecost, from the tympanum of the central portal, c.1120 (stone) by French School, (12th century); Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, Vezelay, France; French, out of copyright

Sculptural detail from the facade of the main portal (stone)
XJL187580 Sculptural detail from the facade of the main portal (stone) by Spanish School, (12th century); Iglesia Parroquial Agramunt, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

West facade, 13th-14th century (photo)
MAE172536 West facade, 13th-14th century (photo) by French School; Cathedral of Notre Dame, Reims, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

Umbria Perugia Spoleto S. Pietro Italy italian country
Umbria Perugia Spoleto S. Pietro, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, All exterior views, with a focus on the late 12th century facade relief sculpture around portal

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Voussoirs are the wedge-shaped stones that make up an arch, providing strength and stability to the structure. These key components distribute weight evenly, allowing for impressive architectural feats such as grand cathedrals and bridges. Each voussoir is carefully placed to create a seamless curve, showcasing the skill and precision of ancient craftsmen. The beauty of these stones lies in their simplicity yet essential role in supporting massive structures. Next time you admire an archway or bridge, take a moment to appreciate the intricate design and craftsmanship of each individual voussoir.