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:

  1. MarcelApril 24, 2009 at 7:41 AM

    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.

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  2. jooApril 24, 2009 at 7:43 AM

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

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  3. cieldequimperApril 24, 2009 at 8:25 AM

    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.

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  4. Jane Hards PhotographyApril 24, 2009 at 9:28 AM

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

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  5. FioApril 24, 2009 at 10:16 AM

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

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  6. Stefan JanssonApril 24, 2009 at 10:18 AM

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

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  7. Cezar and LéiaApril 24, 2009 at 1:38 PM

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

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  8. B SQUAREDApril 24, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    What a great restoration job.

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  9. SarettaApril 24, 2009 at 3:35 PM

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

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  10. LowellApril 24, 2009 at 3:51 PM

    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!

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  11. nobuApril 24, 2009 at 6:45 PM

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

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  12. crocrodylApril 24, 2009 at 9:20 PM

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

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  13. hennyApril 25, 2009 at 4:24 PM

    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.

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  14. HildaApril 26, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    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!

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  15. valeriaApril 27, 2009 at 9:07 AM

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

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