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snunney (130967) 2019-02-28 1:35

Hello Bev,
Very interesting to see this beautiful dome on its own level, most photographs show it from street level. A well framed image, perfectly exposed. Excellent rendering of the colours and detailing.

Weather has taken a turn for the worse today, much cooler and heavily overcast.

lousat (138551) 2019-02-28 1:57

Hi Bev,perfect capture of the symbol of Firenze,that it's possible to see very well from the Hills around the city,the most imposing architechure of the ols town taken in a perfect light and quality! Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano

ChrisJ (171146) 2019-02-28 4:34

Hello Bev,

It was 40c when I visited Florence so I didn't do anything more strenuous than ordering a gelato from the many roadside kiosks. A fantastic view of the red dome against the blue sky with good sharpness & lighting contrasts. Tfs!

jhm (211734) 2019-02-28 5:19

Hello Bev,

We get a lovely dome with perfect details.
I see much people above, I think that she see, much of the area and splendid panorama image.
An excellent architectural picture.
Sharpness and colours make your picture very attractive.
Very well done, TFS.

Kindest regards,
John

jean113 (27585) 2019-02-28 7:58

Hello Beverley, a beautiful sharp picture of the Duomo.
You put your climb to good effect to achieve this particular view.

I love the distant views across the city where the Duomo is so dominant.
I would love to return to Florence, so thanks for this reminder for the time being!
You were so lucky with the weather, the blue sky is perfect.
Regards Jean.

carlo62 (81265) 2019-02-28 10:58

Ciao Bev
bella vista di questa impressionante cupola, le persone lo dimostrano, sono veramente piccole.
Sai che una volta è caduta la palla dorata con la croce?
Saluti
Carlo

Fis2 (169635) 2019-02-28 12:35

Witaj Bev!
Beautiful dome, view makes impression.
I like framing, composition and sharpness.
Excellent details,I like windows.
Well done.
Good evening.
Krzysztof

ifege (46851) 2019-02-28 21:54

Hi Bev
A good close up of the dome and other detail. Good colour and sharpness.
cheers
Ian

jemaflor (146206) 2019-02-28 23:51

Hi Bev,
Great architecture and nice photo, good option for this frame, perfect light and sharpness, well done, tfs.

Silvio1953 (220495) 2019-03-01 2:44

Ciao cara Bev, great view of fantastic dome, wonderful colors, excellent clarity fine details and splendid light, very well done, my friend, have a good week end, ciao Silvio

abmdsudi (95869) 2019-03-01 20:25

Hi Beverley
Fab architectural shot I believe this majestic edifice hasn't changed much. I love its impeccable detail, clarity and colours, needless to mention that this really strikes the eyes against blue sky. Excellent capture, Congrats
Best regards

tyro (30513) 2019-03-03 6:04

Hello Bev,

This is a very fine and close photograph of Brunelleschi's magnificent dome of the Duomo and well done you for climbing the heights of that bell tower to achieve such an impressive viewpoint! The light is glorious, the colours rich and well saturated and the details and sharpness are excellent.

Funnily enough, I remember having seen a television programme which took us inside the dome and described the amazing inner architectural details of it. The fellow presenting the programme told us how Brunelleschi ended up getting the contract to build it. Apparently several architects were gathered in a room and the person commissioning the Duomo stated that he wished the dome to be shaped like an egg. He then presented each architect with a fresh chicken's egg and asked them how they could make the egg stand on its end. All of them sat and played with their eggs pondering how they could do it but Brunelleschi picked his up and smashed the bottom of it on the table whereupon the upper part of the egg stood proudly upward. So he was awarded the contract.

Or so the story goes!

Lovely!

Kind Regards,

John.

worldcitizen (15930) 2019-03-12 8:25

Hello Bev,
I never get tired of seeing this beautiful Duomo, and your close-up really lets me appreciate the details. It's amazing how old it is; everything looks magnificent under the warm sunlight.