Crenellation Collection (page 3)

Conway Castle, North Wales, 1861 (oil on canvas)
3743794 Conway Castle, North Wales, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Dodd, Charles Tattershall I (1815-78); 61.6x51.4 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); (add.info)

Exterior view of the castle (photo)
KW237484 Exterior view of the castle (photo) by Portuguese School, (14th century); Castel de Sao Jorge, Lisbon, Portugal; (add.info.: named after King Joao of Portugal; ); Portuguese, out of copyright

Newstead Abbey, from R. Ackermanns (1764-1834) Repository of Arts
STC119582 Newstead Abbey, from R. Ackermanns (1764-1834) Repository of Arts, 1827 (colour engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail depicting Florence Cathedral, from a fresco of Dante with the
VLS60539 Detail depicting Florence Cathedral, from a fresco of Dante with the Divinia Commedia in the north aisle, 1465 (fresco) (detail of 42355) by Domenico di Michelino, (1417-91); Duomo

St. Johns College, Oxford (oil on panel)
OJ12463 St. Johns College, Oxford (oil on panel) by Ince, Joseph Murray (1806-59); Private Collection; eAckermann Johnson; Welsh, out of copyright

View of Piazza di San Firenze and Piazza Santa Croce, Florence (w / c on paper)
419888 View of Piazza di San Firenze and Piazza Santa Croce, Florence (w/c on paper) by Poggi, Giuseppe (1811-1901) and Sanesi, Nicola (1818-89); Museo di Firenze Com era, Florence

Bamborough Castle (oil on canvas)
STC468898 Bamborough Castle (oil on canvas) by Nesfield, William Andrews (1793-1881); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Norman fortification at Bamburgh, Northumberland)

Design from Magazine of Garden Gems by G. van Laar
618007 Design from Magazine of Garden Gems by G. van Laar, published 1802 (colour litho) by Dutch School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Palazzo Vecchio, or the Palazzo della Signoria, Florence
STC134506 Palazzo Vecchio, or the Palazzo della Signoria, Florence, from Fragments d Architecture du Moyen Age et de la Renaissance

The Tower of Comares (Torre de Comares), from Sketches
STC136061 The Tower of Comares (Torre de Comares), from Sketches and Drawings of the Alhambra, engraved by James Duffield Harding (1798-1863), 1835 (litho) by Lewis

The Smithsonian Institute, Washington, published by E. Sachse (colour litho)
NYH189000 The Smithsonian Institute, Washington, published by E. Sachse (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Windsor Castle: Terrace looking westward (w / c on paper)
810332 Windsor Castle: Terrace looking westward (w/c on paper) by Sandby, Paul (1725-1809); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Fort by the Port at Tientsin, 1665 (engraving)
468792 The Fort by the Port at Tientsin, 1665 (engraving) by Nieuhoff, Johannes (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Entry into Jerusalem (fresco)
702981 Entry into Jerusalem (fresco) by Master Trecentesco of Sacro Speco School (14th Century); Monastero di San Benedetto (Santuario Sacro Spero), Subiaco, Rome, Lazio

Elvills, Englefield Green, from Ackermanns Repository of Arts
STC119554 Elvills, Englefield Green, from Ackermanns Repository of Arts, 1827 (colour litho) by Stockdale, Frederick Wilton Litchfield (fl.1803-48) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Court of Kings College, Cambridge, from The History of Cambridge
STC132779 Court of Kings College, Cambridge, from The History of Cambridge, engraved by Daniel Havell (1785-1826), pub. by R

View of the Monastery, founded in 1340 (photo)
KW198663 View of the Monastery, founded in 1340 (photo) by Spanish School, (14th century); Guadalupe, Caceres Province, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

The Garden Quadrangle at New College, Oxford, 1877 (oil on canvas)
NCO192580 The Garden Quadrangle at New College, Oxford, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Turner, William (Turner of Oxford) (1789-1862); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

A river landscape with a fisherman near a castle (pen & brown ink on paper)
5948776 A river landscape with a fisherman near a castle (pen & brown ink on paper) by Murillo, Bartolome Esteban (1618-82); 15.5x11.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Thornfield Hall from Jane Eyre (b / w photo)
3093801 Thornfield Hall from Jane Eyre (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thornfield Hall from Jane Eyre)

Patio de los Arrayanes, Alhambra, c. 1875-80 (sepia photo)
STC172947 Patio de los Arrayanes, Alhambra, c.1875-80 (sepia photo) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Crucifixion, c. 1340 / 1345. Creator: Paolo Veneziano
The Crucifixion, c. 1340/1345

Damascus Gate, Jerusalem, 1842-44. Creator: Joseph Philibert Girault De Prangey
Damascus Gate, Jerusalem, 1842-44

Page from the Palace of Hope
An illustrated page from the Palace of Hope, from the Documenti dAmore (Teachings of Love) of the Tuscan poet, Francesco da Barberino

Kunya Ark, also known as Kohna Ark, housing Museum of Ancient Khorezm, Ichan Kala, Khiva
Uzbekistan, Khiva, Kunya Ark, also known as Kohna Ark, housing Museum of Ancient Khorezm, Ichan Kala

Akshi Bobo, a tower of Kunya Ark, on left, and outer wall of Ichan Kala, Khiva
Uzbekistam, Khiva, Akshi Bobo, a tower of Kunya Ark, on left, and outer wall of Ichan Kala

Entrance, outer walls and viewing gallery of the Ark Fortress, Registan Square, Bukhara
Uzbekistan, Bukhara, Entrance, outer walls and viewing gallery of the Ark Fortress, Registan Square

Outer walls of the Ark Fortress, Registan Square, Bukhara, Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan, Bukhara, Outer walls of the Ark Fortress, Registan Square

Italy, Campania, Naples, Castel Nuovo, also known as Maschio Angioino

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Egypt, Alexandria, Citadel of Qaitbay, also known as Fort of Qaitbay

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Egypt, Alexandria, Citadel of Qaitbay, also known as Fort of Qaitbay

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England, London, The White Tower, Tower of London

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England, London, The White Tower, Tower of London

New Times Building, Los Angeles, California, USA
New Times Building, First and Broadway, Los Angeles, California, USA. Date: circa 1912

Aerial view of the Castle, Skipton, North Yorkshire. Date: circa 1922

Oxburgh Hall, Norfolk, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Oxburgh Hall, Norfolk, 1894. Moated country house built c1482. Victorian additions include Flemish-style stepped gables, oriel windows overhanging the moat, and terracotta chimneys

Shadows of Gothic spires on the walls of the Bodleian Library, Oxford - winter morning

Silhouetted spires of All Souls College, Oxford, viewed from Radcliffe Square on a fine winter morning

The Sheldonian Theatre and Bodleian Library in the historic heart of Oxford - autumn morning with cirrus cloudscape

Shadows and cycle rack in Longwall Street, Oxford

The Bodleian Library, Oxford, silhouetted against a dramatic cloudy sky

Autumn reflection and self portrait in the Women of Balliol Sundial, Oxford

Bare tree and facade of University College, Oxford, on a winters day

Radcliffe Square, Oxford, silhouetted against a dramatic cloudy sky

Moonrise over the dreaming towers of All Souls College, Oxford, on a summer evening

Fisheye view of the bronze statue of the Earl of Pembroke in front of the Bodleian Library, Oxford

Fisheye view of the Bodleian Library, Oxford on a fine winter morning

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Crenellation, a term often associated with medieval architecture, refers to the distinctive battlements or parapets that adorn castles and fortresses. These structures not only served as defensive features but also added an air of grandeur and elegance to these magnificent buildings. One such example can be found at Picton Castle, near Haverfordwest in South Wales. Its crenellated walls stand tall, showcasing the architectural prowess of its creators. Similarly, Nantwich in Cheshire boasts impressive crenellations on its historic structures, transporting visitors back in time. Lancaster Castle in Lancashire is another remarkable sight adorned with crenellations. This imposing fortress has witnessed centuries of history unfold within its fortified walls. Venturing further north to Helsingborg in Skane, Sweden reveals a medieval fortress complete with crenellations that overlooks the city's picturesque landscape. Even beyond Europe's borders lie this architectural marvel. Lord's Castle in Barbados stands proudly amidst the West Indies' tropical beauty while Quetta's Military Staff College showcases British India's influence through its crenellated design. Doonagore Castle perched on Ireland's Co Clare coastline offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean from its 16th-century tower house embellished with intricate crenellation patterns. The Tower of London takes on a magical aura during winter when it graces Christmas cards worldwide. Its iconic silhouette against a snowy backdrop captivates viewers and highlights the enchanting allure of crenellation. Traveling eastward brings us to Jerusalem where the Citadel (Tower of David) stands as a testament to ancient times. Its majestic structure adorned with timeless crenellations tells tales from centuries past. La Zisa castle located in Palermo, Sicily invites visitors into its regal halls boasting stunning ornate crenellation designs that reflect Italy's rich cultural heritage. Finally, St Mary's Church in Hartwell, Buckinghamshire showcases the versatility of crenellation.