...or something like that. I am not remotely religious and much of its historic opulence and ironic social values were not lost on me as I visited a good many cathedrals while in Italy. However, I must admit to being in awe of the incredible artistry found in every corner of even the most "insignificant" of churches.
Thank you, 365ers, I am ever grateful for your lovely comments. I only wish I could respond in kind to each and every of yours as I truly enjoy and am inspired by them all!
Ahhh the Medici’s and other benefactors built incredible, ornate “churches” in Italy, back when you could literally pay for your sins and your way in to heaven... and we all get to enjoy or be in awe of all the amazing artistry and opulence. I can only imagine seeing these place in person. This is a fabulous architectural shot! Wall worthy.
Really atmospheric, almost as if you’re looking at it out of the corner of your eye and the sun is just sneaking in. I do know what you mean about artistry hidden everywhere in Italy. We even saw faucets that were incredibly beautiful.
This is beautiful. I like how you have chosen to highlight just a small section with that lovely light from the window. This would look great as a print. Fav
Beautiful lighting and shot. Yes, it's unfortunate that the aim of the architecture- to lift the spirit and bring one close to God- did not match the values and life of those who paid for their construction. I imagine that some of the workers had that connection and even many of the artisans but the human condition is never as altruistic as we want it to be. That could be said of all religious architecture and not just cathedrals I think. In the end we can still appreciate the artistry- even if it's not our particular taste- and the skill it took to create it. Great shot!
Well done and A FAV!