4.02.2009

Espana - Part Two

Antonio Gaudi is a well known Spanish architect. He created many works of art throughout his life. One of his most famous projects was and is, La Sagrada Famila. Construction began in 1866 and continues to this day. Gaudi took over the project in 1883 at the age of 31 and it became his life's work.

Gaudi is also responsible for the design of Parc Guell (see previous post) as well as various buildings throughout Barcelona. His design aesthetic is unusual, to say the least. I've never seen anything like it.
~ La Sagrada Famila ~
The front door. Talk about detail!
Spencer and Matt, trying to find biblical scenes on the facade.
The Nativity
Taking it all in.

This is what La Sagrada Famila should look like when it's all finished.

3 comments:

Brett and Lisa said...

that was one of the funky buildings that you sent in that foward, huh! So beautiful!

amelia said...

Wow, that is AMAZING. What cool detail.

OldBairds said...

Oh my goodness. You lucky little Segura snots to get to go to Europa - and together. What fun!!!
We are anxious to hear from you and know what you are up to these days (other than kiting around Europe that is...) since your forced "retirement" from the White House. We love you and your family and just want to know all about you... Don't bother looking at our blog. I haven't added to it for 9 months...I am old and not into these things. Hope you are well and happy. Call Kerri-Jeremy and his family are currently at her house for a few days!!!.......Love to you and yours- The Bairds