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29-JUN-2013

Secretary's House with bat (and ever-present pigeon)

I don't know why I like all these houses with crazy lines, but I always seem to ;-).

This house belonged to the secretary of Eusebi Güell, the industrialist and Gaudí patron who established this industrial estate to house his workers. The bat (barely visible over the top window) was part of the Güell coat of arms. Apparently there is always a pigeon sitting atop the bat, looking over its shoulder. (Thanks to Jose for the tip on the information!)

Nikon D800 ,Nikkor AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED
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Graeme16-Jul-2013 13:22
Wonderful looking house front with that beautiful balcony, Helen.BV
Stephanie13-Jul-2013 17:05
Wonderful geometrics! Your lighting is superb! V
joseantonio13-Jul-2013 10:39
I love the way you captured those beautiful straight lines playing with the round lines in the windows.V.