Sunday 4 November 2012

Cathedral of Santa Maria Del Fiore


Florence, Italy

9 comments:

Kate said...

Very, very ornate. I'd like t be inside to see what that window looks like from the interior. I image the six figures are apostles. I suppose I could google it and find out!

Kate said...

Well, what do ya know, JM...I've actually been inside it. Long ago and loved Florence.

Lowell said...

I'm always stunned by the ornate beauty of these monuments to a deity. They are so rich in symbolism and the statuary is exquisite. Very impressive structure.

Joop Zand said...

Lovely city to be...... great shot again.

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Anonymous said...

Such a wonderfully ornate facade surrounding the beautiful rose window! Looks like different colors of stone making up the lovely architectural features.

Stickup Artist said...

What an amazing facade! Would something like this be possible to be produced today? I can't imagine that this level of artistry and commitment is still possible... Love the colors and the depth in the shadows.

Diane said...

The workmanship so many years ago is far more beautiful than work they do today! Fantastic photo. Diane

VP said...

What a surprise! By the way, it would be 'del Fiore'...

Unknown said...

VP: Of course! :-) Done. Thank you!