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The Secret Door in Basel Switzerland Art Print
by Carol Japp
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The Secret Door in Basel Switzerland art print by Carol Japp. Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All art prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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Basel's Rathaus (Town Hall) is a striking building. A bold statement in vivid blood red sandstone amongst otherwise conservative surroundings, it... more
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Artist's Description
Basel's Rathaus (Town Hall) is a striking building. A bold statement in vivid blood red sandstone amongst otherwise conservative surroundings, it dominates Marktplatz. It's that delicious red velvet cupcake at the bakery that catches your eye and holds your gaze every time you pass by, even if you're only in town for a loaf of bread. Over 500 years old, this highly decorative mish mash of architectural styles, with colourful frescoes adorning the walls and ceilings, a transparent glass elevator with all the moving parts visible, secret doors and winding staircases leading to towers, turrets and balconies and a rooftop view across the city, it really does have the aura of a medieval fairytale castle. It's the sort of place that has you wondering what lies behind each of those fanciful locked doors. I added a little texture to complete the vintage feel.
About Carol Japp
I'm a travel photographer and photo artist. I like to explore every nook and cranny of anywhere I visit and I'm always looking out for something unusual or unique, weird and wonderful, interesting and intriguing. For me, half the challenge is in the initial taking of the photo, the looking for something that catches my attention, getting that perfect composition, but the other half is in the processing, the tweaking and twisting and the addition of a little imagination to see how much detail I can bring to the surface and hopefully let the viewer see the same as I did when I took the shot. My images have been shot here, there and everywhere, mainly in the historic cities of Europe and with the occasional one taken in my own surroundings...
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Carol Japp
Thanks Jim, much appreciated!
Jim Fitzpatrick
Beautiful capture! fv
Carol Japp
Thanks Anthony, much appreciated!
Carol Japp
Thanks Mellissa, much appreciated!
Mellissa Ray
Beautiful!
Carol Japp
Thank you Jannice Walker of 'All Art Welcome' for featuring my photo!
Carol Japp
Thank you Karen Silvestri of the 'Lady Photographers and Artists' group for featuring my photo, much appreciated!
Carol Japp
Many thanks everyone for all your kind comments, I truly appreciate it! :)
Veikko Suikkanen
Magnificent shot Carol! L
William Tasker
Extraordinary image so well composed and so good for the eyes. I love this. L/F
Guido Strambio
Marvelous architectural capture and perspective, fabulous use of light and color Carol! l/f/Fb
Carol Lloyd
Fascinating building and wonderful architectural shot! l/f
Andrey Godyaykin
Wonderful picture!
Blaz Gvajc
Great!
Cheryl Rose
Gorgeous walkway with arches, columns, colors and that fabulous door. Even the sunlight and shadows echo the architectural beauty. Such an interesting description of this beautiful building. A delight to enjoy, Carol!! Wonderful capture. l/f/p
Wonju H
Wow~~ beautiful! love your pictures!
Elizabeth Tillar
Carol, this is a stunning image; I love the colors and forms. The description is very interesting; I agree that the architecture resembles a fairy tale castle! The perspective is excellent, also. l/f
Pamela Meredith
wow very beautiful Carol
Linda Brody
beautiful!
Alice Chen
Nice :)
Miroslava Jurcik
Fantastic capture and architecture !! l/f
Laura D Young
Lovely architectural study and so beautifully composed. :-) l/f/t/p
Joseph S Giacalone
wonderful artwork.