Pilaster Collection (#5)

Faade of the pronaos of the Roman era temple dedicated to the goddess Hathor in Dendera, Upper Egypt. The Hathoric columns topped by sistri are typical Egypt Dendera Temple

The side isle of the Abbey of San Galgano Siena Abbey of San Galgano Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1960-1970 ca.. Date of Artwork:1224-1288

Interior of the Abbey of San Galgano Siena Abbey of San Galgano Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1960-1970 ca.. Date of Artwork:1224-1288

The Mosteiro dos Jeronimos de Belem in Lisbon Portugal Lisbon, Mosteiro dos Jeronimos de Belem Cloister Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Church of Guimilliau France Guimilliau Church. Date of Photograph:1963. Date of Artwork:XVII sec

The portal of the church of Le Thegonnec France Le Thegonnec. Date of Photograph:1963

Side entrance to the church and the Calvary of Le Thegonnec France Le Thegonnec. Date of Photograph:1963

Rose window and stained glass windows of the faade of the Cathedral of Bourges France Bourges Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1963

The Fontana Maggiore and the Palazzo Comunale (or Palazzo dei Priori) in Perugia Perugia Piazza IV Novembre Fountain Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of the Piazza degli Scacchi and the Lower Castle in Marostica Marostica Piazza degli Scacchi Castle Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:05/1961

Old portico in the city of Salta, Argentina Argentina Salta. Date of Photograph:1956-1957

Interior of the Abbey of San Galgano, seen from the transept Siena Abbey of San Galgano Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1960-1970 ca

The Cathedral of Vitr in Brittany France Vitr. Date of Photograph:1963

Fountain inside the walls of a palazzo in Siena Siena. Date of Photograph:09/1952

Plaza Mayor and the Church of Santa Maria la Mayor in Trujillo, Spain Spain Trujillo Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1970

View of some streets in Guadalupe, Spain Spain Guadalupe. Date of Photograph:1970

The Victoria Memorial, building inaugurated in 1921 by the Prince of Wales, future king Edward VIII, Calcutta India State of Western Bengal, Calcutta, Victoria Memorial Building

Choir of the church of Sainte Madeleine in Vzelay France Vzelay Chapel Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1963. Date of Artwork:1215

Interior portico of the Cifte Minare Medresesi in Erzurum, Turkey Turkey Erzurum Building Islamic Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1976-1977. Date of Artwork:1253

Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Intercontinental Hotel in the background, Bombay, Mumbai, state of Maharashtra India State of Maharashtra, Bombay, Mumbai, Gateway of India Trimphal Arch

Portrait of a little girl in a village of the state of Uttar Pradesh, northern India India Uttar Pradesh. Date of Photograph:1965

Porch, Rieti Rieti. Date of Photograph:1940-1950

Palazzo del Popolo in Orvieto, in Piazza del Popolo with the city market Orvieto Piazza del Popolo Building Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

Detail of the ruins of the roman theatre in Gubbio, near Perugia Gubbio roman theatre Theater First Imperial Period, Imperial Period, Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Detail of the Palazzo dei Consoli in Gubbio, in the province of Perugia Gubbio Building Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

"Ponte delle Torri" (Bridge of Towers). Acquaduct by Matteo Gattapone between the hillock of la Rocca and Montelupo, near Spoleto Spoleto Environs Aqueduct Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Palazzo dei Consoli seen from Piazza Quaranta Martiri, in Gubbio, in the province of Perugia Gubbio Piazza Quaranta Martiri Building Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

House in fog in Livigno, Sondrio Livigno. Date of Photograph:01/1993

Church ruins, Europe Europe. Date of Photograph:1987-1993 ca

Roman era door, Ascoli Piceno Ascoli Piceno City Gate Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1940-1950. Date of Artwork:I sec

The merchants loggia, Ascoli Piceno Ascoli Piceno Popolo square Church, Loggia Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Porch and merchants loggia, Ascoli Piceno Ascoli Piceno Church, Loggia Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1940-1950

Porch, Ancona Ancona. Date of Photograph:1940-1950

Ruins of the city of Priene in Turkey Turkey Priene. Date of Photograph:1982

Framework of wood girders for vaults, drawing by Leonardo da Vinci, part of the Codex B (2173), c.29v, housed at the Institut de France, Paris Drawing High Renaissance, Renaissance

Construction of a pilaster and a framework of wood girders for vaults, drawing by Leonardo da Vinci, part of the Codex B (2173), c.28v, housed at the Institut de France

View of Bahia Brazil Bahia. Date of Photograph:04/1987

"The loggia of the convent" Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Typical shutters on the Ponte Vecchio Florence Ponte Vecchio Bridge Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1960 ca.. Date of Artwork:1345 ca

Stretch of the Vasari Corridor along the Arno Archibusieri in Florence Florence Gallery High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

"Grapevines" Italy. Date of Photograph:1940 ca

Lanel and Fioretti. Date of Photograph:1955-1965

Elevated view of the main aisle of the Cathedral of Florence. The church is crowded with people who are lined along the aisle. Florence. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Pillars with ivy at the entrance of a villa Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Archaeological site of the city of Paphos, Cyprus Cyprus Paphos. Date of Photograph:11/1994

The viaduct of Ariccia, near Rome Ariccia Bridge Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Portrait of Ludovica Tornabuoni; detail of the fresco with the Birth of Virgin, work of Domenico Ghirlandaio. Tornabuoni Chapel, Santa Maria Novella, Florence Mural Painting Early Renaissance

Part of the transept of the basilica of Saint-Dnis, in Paris. On the left, one can glimpse the chapel with the tombs and kneeling statues of Francis I, king of France, and his wife Claudia

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"Pilaster: A Timeless Architectural Element Spanning Continents and Centuries" From the grandeur of La Sainte Chapelle in Paris, France to the elegant facades of Great Pultney Street in Bath, England, pilasters have left their mark on iconic structures around the world. Dating back to ancient times, these vertical columns with shallow projections have adorned buildings such as the Roman Mausoleum of Fabara and Castle Howard's Garden Front. The versatility of pilasters is evident in their presence across various architectural styles. Byzantine architecture showcases intricate detailing and sculptural elements that incorporate pilasters, as seen in Karl Schaupert's work. Meanwhile, an enigmatic column from Luxor stands tall as a testament to Egypt's rich history. Pilasters also grace religious sites like the exterior of Arles' Roman amphitheater and Seville's Church of Saint Louis of the French. The Archbishops Palace in Andalusia further exemplifies how this architectural feature adds depth and character to sacred spaces. Parisian churches like Eglise de Saint Gervais et Saint Protais and Eglise Notre-Dame de Lorette showcase exquisite examples design within their stunning facades. These structures stand as testaments to both historical significance and artistic craftsmanship. Even closer to home, Halifax's Burtons bear witness to how they can enhance local architecture with their distinctive charm. Whether adorning ancient ruins or modern-day masterpieces, pilasters continue to captivate our imagination by seamlessly blending functionality with aesthetic appeal. As we admire these timeless elements across continents and centuries, they remind us that great design transcends time itself.