Sills Collection

Madonna del Davanzale, c. 1498 (oil on panel)
868038 Madonna del Davanzale, c.1498 (oil on panel) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513); 105x87 cm; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

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Black-legged Kittiwake - nesting on a window frame - Svalbard, Norway Date: 05-09-2019

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Black-legged Kittiwake - nesting on a window frame - Svalbard, Norway Date: 05-09-2019

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Black-legged Kittiwake - nesting on a window frame - Svalbard, Norway Date: 05-09-2019

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CHAMPION GOLDEN GLEAM Owner: Sills Date: 1960

Boulogne street, France
A young, long-legged woman sits on a window sill and enjoys the afternoon sun. Boulogne, France. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1988

Milton Sills (1882-1930), American actor, 20th century

The Sleeping Giant in Lake Superior at sunrise, Ontario, Canada
The Sleeping Giant in Lake Superior at sunrise; Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

Transverse Dykes Or Sills in Triassic Sandstone, Scrabo. Newtownards - a view of strata in an exposed section of hillside. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Down; Newtownards)

Florence from Poggio Gherardo, Settignano, Italy
" I LOVE Florence - the place looks exquisitely beautiful in its garden-ground of vineyard and olive-trees sun round by the nightingales day and night

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The Right Hon. Sills John Gibbons, the New Lord Mayor of London, 1871

Monzo-granite with intrusive sill, Joshua Tree N. P. Mojave Desert, California, U. S. A. february
Monzo-granite with intrusive sill, Joshua Tree N.P. Mojave Desert, California, U.S.A. february

FILM STILL: EATING & DRINKING. Actors Thelma Todd and Milton Sills

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"Sills: A Window into Art, Architecture, and Nature" Step into the world of sills, where these seemingly ordinary architectural features reveal extraordinary stories. From Madonna del Davanzale's captivating gaze in a c. 1498 oil painting to the picturesque Boulogne street in France adorned with charming windowsills, they have long been an integral part of our visual landscape. Intriguingly diverse, sills take on various forms and meanings across different contexts. Just like Milton Sills, the American actor who captivated audiences during the 20th century with his remarkable performances they can be both subtle yet impactful elements that enhance our surroundings. Nature too boasts its own version – from the majestic Sleeping Giant at sunrise in Ontario's Lake Superior to Transverse Dykes Or Sills nestled within Triassic Sandstone formations at Scrabo. These natural wonders remind us of the awe-inspiring beauty found right outside our windows. Serving as more than mere decorative accents or structural supports, sills often provide glimpses into history and culture. Take for instance Florence from Poggio Gherardo in Settignano; through its window sill views we witness Italy's rich artistic heritage come alive. Even within literature and design resources such as The Architects Compendium litho page featuring detailed sketches and measurements for constructing impeccable window sills - their significance is undeniable. Whether it's a FALL / LAKELAND TERRIER perched on a sill or contemplating how best to frame your view with custom-made designs sourced from around the world (13132647), (13132646), (13132645) - each sill holds potential for personal expression and creativity. So next time you pass by a window or admire an artwork showcasing this humble feature remember that behind every sill lies a story waiting to be discovered – connecting artistry, architecture, nature, history, and imagination all through one small ledge.