Ceiling Collection (page 100)

Ceiling of noble floor, Casa Batllo, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

The Charola, with its origin in the 12th century, was the Templar Knights oratorium within the Convent of Christ. a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tomar, Portugal

The golden ceiling in the Town Hall in Augsburg, Germany
The magnificent golden ceiling in the Renaissance Town Hall in Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany

Kirby Hall N120028
KIRBY HALL, Northamptonshire. Interior view of the Great Hall from South West towards the gallery

Detail of the ceiling mural, Heaven Room, Bolsover Castle K00010
BOLSOVER CASTLE, Castle Street, Bolsover, Derbyshire. The Heaven Room. Mural detail of the painted ceiling showing a cherub with sheet music

Defence of Scutari, Gallery ceiling, Chiswick House J010008
CHISWICK HOUSE, London. View of the Gallery ceiling, the central oval depicting the Defence of Scutari

Poland, Cracow. The ornately decorated vaulted ceiling in the Church of St Mary, Market Square

Entrance Hall, Eltham Palace N100733
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view. The Entrance Hall with Engstromer furniture and Dorn rug

Entrance Hall, Eltham Palace N100732
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view. The Entrance Hall with Engstromer furniture and Dorn rug

Star Chamber, Bolsover Castle K000107
BOLSOVER CASTLE, Derbyshire. Interior view. The Star Chamber

Heaven Room, Bolsover Castle K000103
BOLSOVER CASTLE, Derbyshire. Interior view. The Heaven Room. The frieze opposite the window

The Great Hall, Audley End House J870465
AUDLEY END HOUSE. Interior view. The Great Hall

Harewood House BL10369
HAREWOOD HOUSE, West Yorkshire. The Gallery at Harewood House was designed by Robert Adam. Recorded as the library in the Bedford Lemere daybook when photographed here in 1890

Montpellier Rotunda, Cheltenham a98_04306
Lloyds Bank Ltd, Montpellier Rotunda, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. An interior view of the central dome at Lloyds Bank. It was built in 1900 by F. W. Waller. Photographed by Eric de Mare

Westminster Abbey Chapter House N090484
WESTMINSTER ABBEY: CHAPTER HOUSE, London. Interior view of the vaulted ceiling

St Marys Church, Studley Royal K022282
ST MARYs CHURCH, Studley Royal, North Yorkshire. Interior detail of the ceiling above the altar

St Marys Church, Studley Royal J940565
ST MARYs CHURCH, Studley Royal, North Yorkshire. Interior detail of the ceiling

Victorian drawing room BL12849B
Bidston Court, Birkenhead. Victorian interior of the drawing room looking towards the windows and fireplace. Bidston Court was built in 1891 by the Liverpool architects Grayson & Ould

Painted ceiling, St Nicholas Chapel, Carisbrooke Castle N080371
CARISBROOKE CASTLE, Isle of Wight. Interior view. Detailed view of the ceiling showing two angels which can be found in the Chapel of St Nicholas

Empire Music Hall BL10924
THE EMPIRE PALACE THEATRE, Newgate Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Described as the " Empire Music Hall", this interior detail shows the Ceiling

Osborne House, Durbar Room J060014
OSBORNE HOUSE, Isle of Wight. Interior view of one of the doors below the gallery in the Durbar Room. Some items shown maybe on loan from the Royal Collection

Westminster Palace BB91_14810
OLD ST STEPHENs CLOISTER, Palace of Westminster, London. St Stephens Cloister was part of the old Palace of Westminster, and dates from 1526-9

St Marys Church K940843
ST MARYs CHURCH, Studley Royal, North Yorkshire. Interior view of the decorated roof of the sanctuary. Gothic Revival

Battle Abbey J850109
BATTLE ABBEY, East Sussex. Interior view of the vaulted roof of the Monks Common Room

Paddington Station K030819
PADDINGTON STATION, Eastbourne Terrace, City of Westminster, London. An interior view looking along the train shed arches

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Captivating Ceilings from Around the World From the enchanting tales of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight to the breathtaking masterpieces in Trinity College's Long Room, ceilings have long been an overlooked canvas for artistic expression. Journey with us as we explore some of the most remarkable ceilings across different continents. In Rome, Italy, lies a true marvel - the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Painted by Michelangelo himself, this iconic masterpiece depicts biblical scenes that seem to come alive before your eyes. The vibrant colors and intricate details make it a sight that leaves visitors in awe. Venturing north to England, Kings Cross Station boasts a stunning ceiling adorned with ornate designs and delicate arches. As travelers pass through this architectural gem they can greeted by its grandeur and reminded of its historical significance. Meanwhile, at Kings College Chapel in Cambridge, England, one can gaze upon a celestial wonderland painted on its vaulted ceiling. Winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs create an ethereal atmosphere that transports visitors into another realm entirely. Across Europe in Dublin's Trinity College Library stands another magnificent example - The Long Room. Its wooden barrel-vaulted ceiling stretches endlessly above rows upon rows of ancient books. This hallowed space is steeped in knowledge and whispers stories from centuries past. Delving further eastward brings us to Moscow's Komsomolskaya Metro Station where commuters are treated not only to efficient transportation but also to an extraordinary visual experience. Intricate mosaics adorn every inch of its arched ceiling, showcasing Russia's rich history and cultural heritage. Traveling even farther east leads us to Shiraz in Iran where we find ourselves beneath the captivating Tomb of Hafez. This intricately designed Islamic architecture features a mesmerizing dome-shaped ceiling that pays homage to Iran's most celebrated poet while creating an atmosphere conducive for reflection and contemplation. Lastly, we visit Eltham Palace, a unique fusion of medieval and Art Deco styles in London.