This incrediblely solid and heavy door belongs to the Diocesan Museum of Barcelona (next to the Cathedral).
This new museum’s doors were designed and made by the Catalan artist Josep Plandiura. The striking visual work done by Plandiura came under harsh criticism because of the contrast that existed between his abstract work and the gothic architecture of the Cathedral of Barcelona.
The door was made using weathering steel, best-known by the trademark Cor-Ten steel, a group of steel alloys which were developed to eliminate the need for painting, and form a stable rust-like appearance if exposed to the weather for several years.
The door, with organic and labyrinth form, measures 3.5 meters high by 2.6 wide.
This is my entry for Norm’s Thursday Doors Challenge.
Thanks Norm for hosting this challenge!!
Such a fun door! 🙂
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Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the door!.
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Wow, this is an impressive piece of artwork. Nicely done 🙂
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Thanks. I’m glad you like it. I agree with you, It’s an impressive design.
Have great day and weekend ahead.
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Fabulous!
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Thanks. I’m glad you like it.
Have great weekend!.
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Terrific door Cosme – Barcelona is obviously incredibly rich in architecture!
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Thanks Jane!!. I’m glad you like it. Barcelona is a beautiful city, old and modern at the same time, and ideal for a photographer.
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Certainly looks it from your photos!
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Crazy looking door!
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Thanks Kristal!! Thanks. The designer was definitely crazy 🙂
Have great weekend!.
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That’s a really cool looking door. I am an avid wood worker but I also enjoy working with metal (nothing like this) so I appreciate the photo and the informaiton.
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Thank you Dan!! Undoubtedly, this is a very special door.
Thank you again for stopping by and comment.
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I recognize this door! It’s beautiful. I photographed it when I was in Barcelona, but your shot is much better than mine… 🙂
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Thank you very much Angela!!. If my picture looks the better is because the camera, sure…
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Great shot… sounds like a fun challenge 🙂
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Thank you!! Yes, it is a funny challenge for crazy people who take pictures of doors. 🙂
You can join us!
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Are you calling me crazy 😉 Thank you for the invite 🙂
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I love doors and this is a classic 😄
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Thank you Julie!!!
And yes this is a classic, because its originality.
Thanks again!
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