Detsky Island, Prague: the northern end with the Smichov floodgates
Coronavirus update: Our printing service continues to operate as usual, with framed and unframed prints available for delivery in normal timescales. We would like to reassure our customers that we are observing government advice on COVID-19 and adhering to all guidance and best practice.
| RIBApix ref no |
RIBA81121 |
| Artist/Photographer | Carullo, Valeria
|
| Country | Czech Republic |
| City | Prague |
| Subject Date | 1916 |
| Image Date | 2010 |
| View | Exterior |
| Medium | Digital image |
| Orientation | Landscape |
| Colour / B&W |
Colour |
| Credit |
Valeria Carullo / RIBA Collections
|
| Notes |
NOTES:
The island was artificially enlarged in 1913-1916 with the construction of the Smichov floodgates (1913–1916).
|
Subject tags
dams, riverside buildings, gates, balustrades