Piscina Collection

Italy Pompeii
The court of the piscina (bath)

Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum)
3086776 Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c.1150 (vellum) by English School, (12th century); Trinity College, Cambridge

Elevation and floor plan of a house in Pompeii, showing the oecus, exedra, triclinium, cubiculum, peristylium, viridarium, piscina, apotheca, tablinum, bibliotheca, atrium, ala, impluvium, officina

Ms R 171 f. 285 Plan of Canterbury Cathedral and the plumbing system, from the Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum)
NUL42005 Ms R 171 f.285 Plan of Canterbury Cathedral and the plumbing system, from the Eadwine Psalter, c.1150 (vellum) by English School, (12th century); Trinity College, Cambridge

Women playing the card game Zi Pai in a pavilion in
Women playing the card game Zi Pai in a pavilion with blue canopies in a garden, China, 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi after Egor Fedorovich Timkovski from Giulio Ferrarios

Pillar where Jesus Christs death sentence was posted
Pillar where Jesus Christs death sentence was affixed, Jerusalem 1800s. Colonna su cui fu appesa la Sentenza di morte di Gesu Cristo

The Ancient Church in Dover Castle (engraving)
5213489 The Ancient Church in Dover Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ancient Church in Dover Castle)

Piscina, Frieze and Spandrels in Courtyard of 131 Temple Street (pencil & w / c on paper)
2831630 Piscina, Frieze and Spandrels in Courtyard of 131 Temple Street (pencil & w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Remains of a Monument discovered in the East Wall, and Piscina in South Aisle
2832615 Remains of a Monument discovered in the East Wall, and Piscina in South Aisle, St Jamess Church, Bristol (pencil & w/c on paper) by Wheatley, William W

Piscina in courtyard of 131 Temple Street (pencil on paper)
2831629 Piscina in courtyard of 131 Temple Street (pencil on paper) by O Neill, Hugh (1784-1824); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Sedilia and Piscina, Hythe Church (engraving)
5213287 Sedilia and Piscina, Hythe Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sedilia and Piscina, Hythe Church)

Chilthorn Dormer Church (engraving)
5213253 Chilthorn Dormer Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chilthorn Dormer Church)

Remains of St Pancras Church in Somers Town (engraving)
1607205 Remains of St Pancras Church in Somers Town (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Remains of St Pancras Church in Somers Town)

Hermitage of Santa Maria de la Piscina. Detail of the front
Late Gothic art. Hermitage of Santa Maria de la Piscina, built in the 11th century. From the time of its foundation are the apse and facade

Sedilis & Piscina
Triple Sedilis and Piscina at St. Peter & St. Pauls Church, Courtenhall, Northamptonshire, England. Date: Medieval

Furness Abbey Piscina
The Piscina of Furness Abbey, Cumbria, England, a Cistercian monastery, founded in 1123 by Stephen, Count of Blois. Later extended, the present ruins are mostly 12th & 13th century Date: founded 1123

Columned loggia overlooking the Roman piscina, at sunrise, Bagno Vignoni, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

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"Piscina: Tracing the Architectural Legacy from Pompeii to Canterbury Cathedral" Step into the fascinating world of "piscina, " a term that encompasses various architectural elements found in historical sites across different eras and locations. From Italy's ancient city of Pompeii to the grandeur of Canterbury Cathedral, these piscinas offer glimpses into the past and shed light on their significance. In Pompeii, an elevation and floor plan reveal a house adorned with intricate designs, while a pillar stands as a solemn reminder of where Jesus Christ's death sentence was posted. The Ancient Church in Dover Castle showcases its enduring beauty through an enchanting engraving. Moving forward in time, we encounter the Eadwine Psalter from 1150, which presents both plans for Canterbury Cathedral and its plumbing system. This vellum manuscript offers insights into medieval architecture and technological advancements. Delving deeper into this captivating subject matter, we discover women engrossed in playing Zi Pai card game within a pavilion—an intriguing cultural snapshot frozen in time. Meanwhile, at 131 Temple Street courtyard, friezes and spandrels adorn the walls alongside an exquisite piscina depicted through pencil & watercolor on paper. Unveiling more hidden treasures, remains of monuments discovered along East Wall provide valuable clues about ancient civilizations' beliefs and practices. Another depiction reveals yet another piscina nestled within Hythe Church's sedilia—a testament to religious devotion spanning centuries. Lastly, Chilthorn Dormer Church enchants us with its own unique engraving—showcasing how even smaller churches have not been forgotten amidst history's grand narratives. Through these diverse examples—from Italy's Pompeii to England's Canterbury Cathedral—we witness how piscinas serve as windows into our collective heritage. They remind us that behind every stone lies stories waiting to be told; tales that connect us across time and space.