Musikkpaviljongen – the music gazebo – in the city park in the early 30s. Quite similar to today's view from Hotel Norge.
The gazebo was bought as a gift by businessman, consul and politician Fredrik Georg Gade sr., inspired by #Moorish #architecture.
Photo by Atelier KK, via University of #Bergen Library: https://marcus.uib.no/instance/photograph/ubb-kk-pk-2889.html
#Norway #Norge #NorskPix #Historical #BlackAndWhitePhotography
The gazebo was bought as a gift by businessman, consul and politician Fredrik Georg Gade sr., inspired by #Moorish #architecture.
Photo by Atelier KK, via University of #Bergen Library: https://marcus.uib.no/instance/photograph/ubb-kk-pk-2889.html
#Norway #Norge #NorskPix #Historical #BlackAndWhitePhotography
![The image depicts an ornate interior space, likely a part of the Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain. The scene is characterized by its intricate architectural details and vibrant colors. There are several arched doorways with elaborate designs on their arches, including floral motifs and geometric patterns typical of Islamic art. The flooring features a checkerboard pattern, adding to the visual complexity.
The space appears to be part of the Court of the Lions (Sala de los Leones), known for its exquisite mosaics depicting stylized lions' heads surrounded by arabesque designs. A series of dark columns with carved capitals stands in alignment within the area, providing structural support and enhancing the aesthetic appeal. The overall atmosphere is one of historical grandeur and artistic beauty.
The print indicates that it was created around 1899-1920 by Purger & Co., a German company known for its photochrom prints based on photographs from various locations worldwide. This particular image highlights the Alhambra's significance as an iconic example of Moorish architecture, attracting visitors and scholars interested in history, art, and culture.
The reference to "Granada - Alhambra - Sala de Justicia y Patio de los Leones München" suggests that this print may be part of a collection or exhibition held at the Munich-based gallery Purger & Co. The inclusion of such detailed information about its provenance adds context [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/113/447/574/937/727/218/original/02e9ab1e882719f8.jpeg "The image depicts an ornate interior space, likely a part of the Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain. The scene is characterized by its intricate architectural details and vibrant colors. There are several arched doorways with elaborate designs on their arches, including floral motifs and geometric patterns typical of Islamic art. The flooring features a checkerboard pattern, adding to the visual complexity.
The space appears to be part of the Court of the Lions (Sala de los Leones), known for its exquisite mosaics depicting stylized lions' heads surrounded by arabesque designs. A series of dark columns with carved capitals stands in alignment within the area, providing structural support and enhancing the aesthetic appeal. The overall atmosphere is one of historical grandeur and artistic beauty.
The print indicates that it was created around 1899-1920 by Purger & Co., a German company known for its photochrom prints based on photographs from various locations worldwide. This particular image highlights the Alhambra's significance as an iconic example of Moorish architecture, attracting visitors and scholars interested in history, art, and culture.
The reference to \"Granada - Alhambra - Sala de Justicia y Patio de los Leones München\" suggests that this print may be part of a collection or exhibition held at the Munich-based gallery Purger & Co. The inclusion of such detailed information about its provenance adds context [...]")
