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29-JUN-2013

Serpentine bench, detail

The square, although oval in shape, is situated on top of the columned market hall. It was designed for residents to be able to enjoy public events as well as engage in conversation, facilitated by the unique configuration of the serpentine bench. The bench itself is decorated with trencadis (broken ceramic) work that features signs of the zodiac as well as religious and other symbols.

An overview of the public square:

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Gill Kopy23-Jul-2013 01:00
Fascinating - I wonder if the bumps along the seat are person spaces ?? :) Love your shot - and this section's ceramic design V
Martin Lamoon22-Jul-2013 16:36
Looks superb in the sunlight. V
Gerard Koehl22-Jul-2013 15:43
Superbe avec ces mosaïques. V
globalgadabout22-Jul-2013 15:40
this looks unique, and brilliantly made too..
Jim Coffman22-Jul-2013 15:11
A very fancy bench indeed!!
Tom LeRoy22-Jul-2013 14:59
Marvelous designed benches, and the detail of the ceramic pieces is just outstanding. V