Monumental Collection (page 20)

Egypt, Cairo, The Sphinx sits before and the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops)

RICHMOND: CHURCH, 1865. Monumental Church at Richmond, Virginia, photographed after the citys surrender to the Union Army, 1865

SAVANNAH: METHODIST CHURCH. Wesley Monumental Methodist Church at Savannah, Georgia. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

The Washington Memorial. From a monumental design by William Ross Wallace, Esq. Date c1860 July 12

Great Wellington Statue at Hyde Park Corner
The great equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington by Matthew Cotes Wyatt atop the Wellington Arch or Constitution Arch at Hyde Park Corner, as it would appear from Constitution Hill, London

Raising the Wellington statue atop the Green Park Arch
Raising the great equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington, at the time the largest equestrian statue in Britain, to the summit of Green Park Arch

Duke of Wellington lying in state at Chelsea Hospital
The remains of the Duke of Wellington lying in state in the hall of Chelsea Hospital. Date: 1852

Duke of Wellington statue at Matthew Wyatts foundry
The great equestrian bronze statue of the Duke of Wellington astride his horse Copenhagen at the foundry of its creator, Matthew Cotes Wyatt at Dudley Grove House in the Harrow Road

Arrival of the Wellington statue at Hyde Park Corner
Arrival of the great equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington, by Wyatt, at the Wellington or Constitution Arch at Hyde Park Corner

Grand procession of the Wellington Statue, Park Lane
The grand procession of the great equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington astride his horse Copenhagen, as the bronze statue by Matthew Cotes Wyatt which was the largest in Britain when it was

Montevideo, Uruguay - La Carreta sculpture
Sculpture by Jose Belloni entitled La Carreta - installed on Avenida Lorenzo Merola near Estadio Centenario, Montevideo, Uruguay. The monumental piece depicts yoked oxen pulling a loaded wagon

Genoa, Italy - Monumental Bridge and Via XX September Date: circa 1920s

Milan, Italy - Arco della Pace - The Arch of Peace Date: circa 1910s

Syracuse, Italy - The Roman Gymnasium (Ginnasio)
Syracuse, Italy (Siracusa) - The Roman Gymnasium (Ginnasio). The monumental complex known as Gymnasium, probably built in the second half of the first century AD, consists of various constructions

Traditional mud dovecot, with pylon (monumental gateway) of temple in background, Medinet Habu (Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III), West Bank, Luxor, Egypt, january

Neolithic standing stone. This stone is part of Avebury henge, a Neolithic monument dating to around 5000 years ago. The monument consists of earthworks, known as dykes, situated in a large ditch

Avebury henge, Wiltshire, UK. These stones are part of Avebury henge, a Neolithic monument dating to around 5000 years ago

Johannes Kepler monument, Austria. Bust of the German astronomer and mathematician Johannes Kepler (1571-1630), besides a monument illustrating Keplers three laws of planetary motion

Stone Age megalithic tomb. These tombs or Gallery Graves were built as monuments for the dead. Photographed in Corsica, France

Megalithic menhir monument, Filitosa, Corsica, France. This upright stone is a monumental megalith, which is part of a group of monuments at the Filitosa site

Bronze Age megalithic tomb. These tombs or Gallery Graves were built as monuments for the dead. This example was built during the Bronze Age. Photographed on Mon Island, in Denmark

Monumental fountains at the Excelsior Hotel
An art deco sketch of a monumental fountain at the Excelsior Hotel, Lido, Venice Date: late 1920s

The Camposanto Monumentale or Monumental Cemetery in the Piazza del Duomo in Pisa, Italy

Constantinople - The Burnt Column
The Column of Constantine (or Burnt Column ) is a monumental column constructed on the orders of the Roman emperor Constantine the Great in 330 AD

Exterior of Westminster Abbey, London, 1894
Illustration showing the proposed site of a new monumental chapel at Westminster Abbey, 1894

Drinking Fountain outside Bow Station, London, 1872
Engraving showing the opening of a drinking fountain outside Bow Station by the Lord Mayor of London, 1872. This monumental fountain was dedicated to Messrs

Native American Indian Totem Poles, British Columbia, 1882
Image showing several monumental totem poles outside native American Indian dwellings, British Columbia, 1882. The figures on the totem poles are dressed in a mixture of Indian and European dress

The Great Temple of Madura, India, 1930
Photograph showing the monumental sculpture of the Hindu Temple at Madura, India, c.1930. This temple was dedicated to Siva (Sundareshwara) and the fish-eyed goddess Minakshi

Afghanistan Bamian Valle
Two monumental Buddhist figures, which regrettably will be destroyed by Islamic fanatics in the 21st century

London / Project / Blackfria
Builders involved in various tasks atop two huge arches under construction. One of the arches clearly shows the scaffolding required to form such a huge structure

Mexico Uxmal
General view of the monumental ruins at Uxmal, Yucatan

LA Perouse at Easter I
Officers from the expedition measure the statues while the islanders pilfer their belongings

Xerxes Palace / Persepolis
Monumental winged bulls flank an entranceway into the Palace of Xerxes I at Persepolis. The Palaces borrowed elements from many traditions - Median, Mesopotamian, Greek & Egyptian

Inside Kumbhalgarh Fort, looking towards Cloud Palace, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Monumental arch, Palmyra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Syria, Middle East

Monumental arch at archaeological site, with Arab castle beyond, Palmyra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Syria, Middle East

Tetrapylon on Graeco-Roman columned main street, 1st century AD, Palmyra, Syria, Middle East

Versailles Palace C1700
A view of the monumental baroque palace of Louis XIV

Chateau Saint Cloud
CHATEAU DE SAINT CLOUD A view of the monumental Baroque chateau which burnt down in 1870

Shakespeare / Ward / Bust
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Playwright and poet. From the monumental bust at Stratford-on-Avon

Easter Island Figures
Somewhat to the displeasure of the people of the island, men of the French navy destroy some of the monumental figures so that they may be more conveniently taken to France

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"Monumental: A Glimpse into the Timeless Marvels of History" The Forth Rail Bridge, spanning across the majestic Firth of Forth in Edinburgh, Scotland, stands as an enduring symbol of engineering brilliance and architectural grandeur. Transporting us back to a glamorous New Year's Eve party at Chelsea Arts Ball in 1923, where revelers celebrated amidst opulent surroundings and endless merriment. Amiens Cathedral, known for its awe-inspiring beauty and spiritual significance as Basilique Cathédrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens, continues to captivate visitors with its intricate design and profound Catholic heritage. Once again we find ourselves marveling at the iconic Forth Rail Bridge in Edinburgh, Scotland - a testament to human ingenuity that has stood strong against time's relentless passage. Through a woodcut from 1500 depicting Venice's enchanting view, we are transported to an era when this city was already renowned for its breathtaking charm and unique allure. Standing stones scattered across ancient landscapes whisper tales of forgotten civilizations and mystic rituals that have long intrigued historians and archaeologists alike. The Mother Russia Statue commemorates the valorous Battle of Stalingrad - a towering tribute honoring those who sacrificed their lives during one of history's most significant conflicts. Eilean Donan Castle proudly perched on a rocky islet enchants all who behold it; this Scottish fortress evokes images of chivalry, romance, and centuries-old legends woven within its walls. Pont du Gard in France showcases the remarkable Roman aqueduct system through an awe-inspiring photo capturing both architectural mastery and historical legacy frozen in time. Karnak Temple Complex reveals Egypt's glorious past through magnificent Great Pillars standing tall within Hypostyle Hall - remnants echoing stories from pharaohs' reigns etched into ancient stones.