Basilica of San Marco, Venice: decorative detail of the north facade
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| RIBApix ref no |
RIBA61082 |
| Artist/Photographer | Naya, Carlo (1816-1882)
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| Country | Italy |
| City | Venice |
| Subject Date | 1200 |
| Image Date | 1880 |
| View | Exterior |
| Style | Gothic |
| Medium | Photoprint |
| Library Reference | 41737/5 (Naya 2065) |
| Orientation | Portrait |
| Colour / B&W |
Colour |
| Credit |
RIBA Collections
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| Notes |
NOTES:
The church was consecrated in 1094 but the decoration of the upper facade was only completed in the early 15th century.
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Subject tags
arches, sculpture, cathedrals, marble, columns, decorative stonework