Sunday, 25 October 2015

Ayuntiamiento Seville

The 16th century Ayuntiamiento (town hall) was a building I passed pretty much every day coming into the city. Under a degree of restoration so it didn't photograph all that easily. Its a bit odd as the side that faces Plaza Nueva is plain neo-classical, (see below)



but the other side is Renaissance "Plataresque" style. The term is I understand derived from the sort of fine detail one sees on renaissance metal plates. Its certainly quite stunning, albeit maybe a bit fussy for modern tastes.









Plaza Nueva is a pleasant enough spot to sit - overshadowed by a nice bombastic equestrian statue.










No comments:

Post a Comment