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02-MAR-2014

Pavelló d´Administració. Torre del Rellotge

Clock Tower
Above the building stands the clock tower topped by a cross. It reaches a height of 62 meters from the street and 32 on the building. In each of the four corners of the tower are sculptures of winged beings work Gargallo . They sat under a canopy and hand holding a book, a cross, an anchor and body tunic lifted , which has been interpreted as symbols of the cardinal virtues : Justice, Prudence , Temperance and Fortitude . The clock tower area is richly decorated with sculptures of all kinds
The set is preceded by a large angel with open wings devoid located in the corner of the main facade culminating in a position similar to the gables of the building operations . Domenech i Montaner commissioned Eusebi Arnau the making of pinnacles and other decorative elements , while Gargallo ordered a set of figures of angels

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MarcViskens19-Mar-2014 20:46
pretty shot
well done
Jim Coffman07-Mar-2014 19:25
A very beautiful capture....
Peter Sussex07-Mar-2014 19:09
Richly decorated piece of architecture, well seen. V
Being Me07-Mar-2014 18:57
Such an interesting building! V
larose forest photos07-Mar-2014 18:26
Beautiful against that vivid blue sky. V
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