Wooden Architecture Collection

Chapel from Kashira, Museum of wooden architecture Vitoslavlicy, Veliky Novgorod, Novgorod region, Russia

Traditional wooden stilt house, Mosjoen, Norway

Traditional fishermen huts Rorbu, Lofoten Islands, Norway

A handmade decorated window in Bogoslovka, near Saint Petersburg, Russia

Domes and crosses of the Church of Intercession (Pokrovskaya Church), built in full accordance with the technologies of the 18th century, from wood without the use of nails, near Saint Petersburg

Wooden Church of Intercession (Pokrovskaya Church) with 25 domes, built in full accordance with the technologies of the 18th century, from wood without the use of nails, near Saint Petersburg, Russia

Traditional wooden house (1882), Museum of wooden architecture Vitoslavlicy, Veliky Novgorod, Novgorod region, Russia

Church of the Nativity of Our Lady from Periodiki (1531), Museum of wooden architecture Vitoslavlicy, Veliky Novgorod, Novgorod region, Russia

The Russian Winter, 1900-10 (oil on canvas)
XIR152021 The Russian Winter, 1900-10 (oil on canvas) by Korovin, Konstantin Alekseevich (1861-1939); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

View of Capitol Hill, Washington (colour engraving)
STC109091 View of Capitol Hill, Washington (colour engraving) by Fumagalli, Paolo (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

The Hman Kyaung or the glass monastery, Burma, c. 1890 (albumen print) (b / w photo)
XIR287253 The Hman Kyaung or the glass monastery, Burma, c.1890 (albumen print) (b/w photo) by Beato, Felice (Felix) (1825-c.1908); 20.2x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: monastere de verre)

The Nan-U Human-Se, Shwe-Kyaung in the palace of Mandalay, Burma, late 19th century
XIR287249 The Nan-U Human-Se, Shwe-Kyaung in the palace of Mandalay, Burma, late 19th century (albumen print) (b/w photo) by Beato

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Discover the beauty of wooden architecture in Russia, where history and craftsmanship come together to create stunning structures. From the charming Chapel in Kashira to the impressive Museum Vitoslavlicy in Veliky Novgorod, these buildings showcase the rich heritage of this traditional construction style. In Bogoslovka, near Saint Petersburg, a handmade decorated window catches your eye, showcasing intricate details that highlight the skill and artistry involved in wooden architecture. The Church of Intercession (Pokrovskaya Church), also near Saint Petersburg, stands as a testament to 18th-century technologies with its domes and crosses built entirely from wood without nails. Step back in time at the Museum Vitoslavlicy where you can explore a traditional wooden house dating back to 1882. Immerse yourself in history as you visit the Church of Nativity of Our Lady from Periodiki, another remarkable structure within this museum. The Russian Winter comes alive through an oil painting capturing its serene beauty. Meanwhile, across continents, Capitol Hill is depicted in a vibrant color engraving showcasing Washington's architectural grandeur. Returning to Saint Petersburg once more, marvel at the Wooden Church of Intercession (Pokrovskaya Church) with its 25 domes standing tall against the sky. Built using century-old techniques without nails and accompanied by a magnificent bell tower, this church exemplifies both faith and architectural excellence. Wooden architecture offers us not only glimpses into our past but also serves as a reminder that even without modern materials or technology advancements; human ingenuity can create wonders that stand strong for centuries.