Friday, April 24, 2009

Iron Leaves

Wrought iron leaves, Mercato Centrale, LivornoThere are iron leaves under the ceiling of the “Mercato Centrale” (Central Market). Few days ago a friend (thank you Stefano!) escorted me on 30-meter high scaffolding and gangways to get some interesting close-ups of this decorated lattice-work. The heavy leaves are bolted and also secured with a short chain, to avoid accidental falls.Wrought iron leaves, Mercato Centrale, LivornoThe inside of the historical market has been just restored to its 19th century splendor and works are still in progress in other parts of the building.

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15 comments:

Marcel said...

Interesting detail, in the past they spend much more thought on such small details. I wonder if they ever do this in modern buildings.

Interesting post about the 4M's.

joo said...

Looks fantastic, and what a beautiful place!There is similar market in Wrocław, but deperately needs restoration!
Have a nice weekend:)

cieldequimper said...

What a beautiful market building!, it really deserves to be maintained and to be seen from way up! I notice the anti-pigeon installations too, I'm a bit obsessed by those birds at the moment.

Jane Hards Photography said...

These are beautiful. I would not have guessed where the iron was until I saw the second image.

Fio said...

Lovely place, I like details.
Hope, you're not acrophobic ;-)

Stefan Jansson said...

Looks like an interesting photo walk. Glad to see you are out and about and not sitting on that couch!

Cezar and Léia said...

wow what a great post!
The second picture is outstanding!
congratulations!
Kind Regards
Léia

B SQUARED said...

What a great restoration job.

Saretta said...

Wow, that second photo makes me feel dizzy. You are truly an intrepid photographer!

Lowell said...

You went wandering around on scaffolding three miles high just to take some photos?

What? Are you nuts?

Interesting photos, though! But, we don't want to lose you Vogon Poet, so be a little more careful, if you don't mind!

nobu said...

I agree with Saretta, It's a great shot!

crocrodyl said...

Wow! Amazing photos! I hope your 'journey' to the top was safe!

henny said...

You did it. Weren't your legs trembling? Since you live next to this building, more photos will be welcomed :)). Provided your friend still wants to take you around.

Hilda said...

The leaves are a gorgeous detail and it's wonderful how people there also have safety uppermost in their minds. Your second shot made me quite dizzy though!

valeria said...

Bello! I didn't know there was such a beautiful market place in Livorno...