Photographer's Note
Saint Barbara's Church (often incorrectly Saint Barbara Cathedral, Czech: Chrám svaté Barbory) in Kutná Hora (Bohemia) is one of the most famous Gothic churches in central Europe and it is a UNESCO world heritage site. St Barbara is the patron saint of miners (among others), which was highly appropriate for a town whose wealth was based entirely upon its silver mines.
Construction began in 1388, but because work on the church was interrupted several times, it was not completed until 1905. The first architect was probably Johann Parler, son of Peter Parler, but studies say that Peter Parler had participated at least as a co-author of the draft design. Work on the building was interrupted for more than 60 years during the Hussite Wars and when work resumed in 1482, Matěj Rejsek and Benedikt Rejt, two architects from Prague, assumed responsibility.
The original design was for a much larger church, perhaps twice the size of the present building. Construction, however, depended on the prosperity of the town's silver mines, which became much less productive. So, in 1588, the incomplete structure was enclosed by a provisional wall until 1884 and the roof was unfinished until the 19th century.
csabagaba, timecapturer, danos, tyro marcou esta nota como útil
Critiques | Translate
csabagaba
![Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 590 W: 167 N: 1409]](http://i1.trekearth.com/misc/g-g-g.gif){kind=small}
(6638) 2012-06-14 2:44
Hello Beauty!
Really long ago were you :-) this is true, I forgot about. half years. This Gothic ceiling in the pastel colors really look good. I have a little too bright, but it's still good. And you know: is all the more because you are shown: two points :-)
PS: the first week of July we travel to Moravia to see castles and palaces. I think it has put together a good program, but Pardubice and his horses, and Kutna Hora, unfortunately, missed again. But never mind, next time :-)
Have a nice day and I am glad to see you
Csaba
krzychu30
![Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1703 W: 0 N: 3175]](http://i1.trekearth.com/misc/g-n-g.gif){kind=small}
(15512) 2012-06-14 2:55
Hello Romana,
this is really superb perspective to show us the beauty of this gothic ceiling.All the details are perfectly captured and the white tones of the ceiling look very captivating.Beautiful architecture and perfect work.
Have a nice day
Krzysztof
timecapturer
(49288) 2012-06-14 7:00
Hi Romana
stunning shot of this beautiful ceiling. Love the intricate detail and irresistable symmetry. A superb execution and sublime presentation.
Warm regards - Brian.
danos
(110407) 2012-06-14 7:09
Hello Romana,
nice the ceiling view of the St. Barbara's church, with the creations on it to make is a sight for sore eyes.A bit of contrast and the image would was much better.
Have a good afternoon,Danos
rychem
(72179) 2012-06-14 10:47
Interesting ceiling, nice POV to present us this beautiful construction
regards
Ryszard
siudzi
![Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2782 W: 23 N: 4581]](http://i1.trekearth.com/misc/g-s-g.gif){kind=small}
(34141) 2012-06-14 13:09
Hi Romana,
Love it! Absolutely awesome shot of this stunning ceiling. Perfectly executed work with superb exposure and sharpness. Very impressive image! Bravo!
Regards,
Malgorzata
carlo62
(81265) 2012-06-14 15:09
Ciao Romana
hai preso lo stesso virus di Siuzi?
In ogni caso è un virus positivo, visto le belle foto che ne escono fuori.
Saluti
Carlo
emka
(152102) 2012-06-14 23:13
Hi Romana,
very original ceiling here, Gothic but white painted. Nice view but a bit pale for me. Nice "flowers",each one is different. good work.
Warm regrads
Malgo
tyro
(30513) 2012-06-17 2:46
Hello Romana,
A very interesting and informative note and a fine picture to illustrate it.
An excellent symmetrical composition with lovely soft lighting and subtle pastel shades but also with exceptional detail and sharpness.
Lovely!
Kind Regards,
John.
Silvio1953
(205549) 2012-07-13 3:23
Ciao Romana, great POV on fantastic cieling, excellent clarity and splendid light, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio
Photo Information
-
Copyright: Romana Svatonova (romanaa)
![Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 630 W: 93 N: 1221]](//i1.trekearth.com/misc/g-g-g.gif)
(8310) - Genre: Lugares
- Medium: Cor
- Date Taken: 2011-05-13
- Categories: Arquitectura
- Exposição: f/5.0, 1/60 segundos
- Versão da Foto: Versão Original
- Relato de Viagem: Šumava - Photo Workshop
- Date Submitted: 2012-06-14 2:36
