Lyon France Historic Traboule Rue Juiverie Vintage
by Carol Japp
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Lyon France Historic Traboule Rue Juiverie Vintage
Artist
Carol Japp
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Photograph - Photography And Digital Art
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One of the things I was most looking forward to on a trip to the French city of Lyon, was the chance to explore the historic 'traboules' of the old town and beyond. An ancient labyrinth of secret doors and passageways, each one unique, revealing incredible examples of concealed architecture in wonderful colours, some dating as far back as the 4th Century, when the first 'traboules' were built. These winding stairways and covered corridors were used by the silk merchants of the time as a means to transport their precious goods without ever exposing them to the damaging elements. People could move between buildings, and even streets, without ever going outside. And now...if you dare to push those heavy wooden doors, hold your breath to see if they will open and then take a peek inside, it will be well worth it to see these magnificent hidden architectural gems. This particular traboule, at No.8 Rue Juiverie, is considered the most beautiful of all, built in the 16th Century in the renaissance architectural style, it leads to the Philibert Delorme gallery. I blended a little texture and grain with my original vintage style photograph to compliment the old world feel of this historic French scene.
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August 14th, 2020
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