Photographer's Note
Please pardon my enthusiasm but I have just learned to love this city. I have come to realize that even the new architecture compliment the old historical structures. I have tried to illustrate this in the reflection of the Old Court House on a new glass monolith. The historical significance of the Court is below, and in this relatively young country it seems to me to be hugely important to preserve our roots so that some day a millennium from now we won't forget how we got there.
An alternate view to help put this city in perspective is shown in the ws.
In 1826, construction of the original Federal Style Courthouse began on land donated for use as a public square by Auguste Chouteau and J.B.C. Lucas. Construction on the existing Greek Revival style Courthouse began in 1839 and continued through several transitions until 1862.
The courthouse was the scene of many rallies, speeches and several important trials, including the suit by Dred Scott for freedom from slavery and Suffragist Virginia Louisa Minor for the right to vote.
A special exhibit, Dred Scott, Slavery and The Struggle to Be Free, is currently on display in the Rotunda of the Old Courthouse. The exhibit describes several aspects of African-American society and culture, from slavery to free black business owners to the "colored aristocracy" of rich landowners.
In 1940, the city of St. Louis deeded the Old Courthouse to the Federal Government. Today, this nineteenth-century courthouse features restored courtrooms, a decorated dome, Dioramas, the "Gateway To The West" film and galleries depicting the history of St. Louis.
robertosalguero, cfreire, dareco, jlbrthnn, gracious, bracasha75, Zelanda, fulvio52, Budapestman marcou esta nota como útil
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robertosalguero
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(292) 2007-10-01 18:36
Hi Greg. I agree this city look nice just by looking at your pictures. The dome is nicely reflected on the glass wall. The old building is awesome. I do love to see domed buildings and the contrast created by this one against the modern building is excellent. Thanks for sharing the sights of this city.
Roberto
cfreire
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(11741) 2007-10-01 18:53
Hi Greg,
I've appreciated your captured because it shows us differents kind of architectural. But, I liked too much about the Old Courthouse reflections on the neighbour building. It was admirable. Well done. Regards, Consuelo.
gunbud
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(34066) 2007-10-01 19:30
Hi Greg,
Another tremendous urban composition with the 19th century courthouse with its many intricate details reflecting in the modern rather featureless office building. Wonderful note so rich in history makes one think of the many pioneers who saw this beauty on their way west.
Regards, Tom
jlbrthnn
(76041) 2007-10-02 4:44
Hello Greg,
I understand your enthusiasm and i have same. This framing is superb to show at the same time the two buildings. The reflection in corne is superb. Congratulations
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël
dareco
(17136) 2007-10-02 6:47
This is once again an incredible shot! The pov is perfect, catching the reflection of the court house in the newer building. The court has is very nice!!! TFS
bracasha75
(24591) 2007-10-02 12:59
Hello Greg
This is a reall image from America...today the rest of the world see only videos or imges from megapolis like NY or LA or SF but this is from not match knowed USA
TFS
Cheers Braca
gracious
(20025) 2007-10-03 0:45
Hello Greg,
This is a excellent photo!
perfect exposure and focus with superb sharpness, vivid colour and very details on the court house!
I liked the sunlight that comes from the lefthand side!
beautiful composition and well seen
thanks for sharing, Greg!
greeting from NZ
Tony
WepWaWet
(3798) 2007-10-03 5:49
Hello Greg,
A very beautiful photo with two differents buildings and very nice reflections on the glass wall. The colors, sharpness and details are excellent. Regards,
Seref
Zelanda
(5692) 2007-10-03 13:56
Hola Greg,
Estupenda toma con ese gran contraste de arquitecturas.
Buena perspectiva y reflejos.
Bien hecho
Saludos cordiales
Ros
fulvio52
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(8314) 2007-10-04 8:00
Hi Greg,
I got fleeting memories of good ol' St. Louis...
I passed through, for the first time, in June 2006 on my way to California from NYC, traveling Greyhound, as I wanted, ONCE in my life, cross the whole continent by bus, just like Jack Keruoac used to do in his days time after time again.
That little of St. Louis I was able to see left me literally in awe... that city is truly stunning in its own way, and I sure plan to spend some time out there in the future.
Therefore I really appreciate your shot, a fine mix of old and new, featuring great lighting and sharpness.
Thanks for sharing, and thanks for the great note too.
Ciao,
Fulvio.
pboehringer
(770) 2007-10-04 12:53
Greg,
it is curious to see all the cuthouses all over the US. They all resemble a little bit the Congress in Washington DC. I don't know why that is but its funny. Very good contrast between the old and modern building with the addition of the reflection of the old in the modern. Any way to work that reflection more out?
Regards, Peter
P.S. Keep posting St. Louis ...
Budapestman
(82620) 2007-10-05 2:54
Hi Greg,
Splendid architecture image, I like the contrast between the modern and neoclassical building. POV is very attractive and effective, clarity is superb. Details are very fine, first of all the reflection on the modern building. Very well done! Have a nice weekend
George
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Copyright: Greg Davis (Greg1949)
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- Date Taken: 2007-09-30
- Categories: Vida Diária, Cerimónias, Arquitectura, Arte
- Camera: Nikon D 200, 18-200 1:3.5-5.6 DX VR, Digital RAW, Hoya PL-CIRCULAR
- Exposição: f/9.0, 1/320 segundos
- More Photo Info: view
- Versão da Foto: Versão Original, Workshop
- Relato de Viagem: Journey to Middle Amreica
- Tema(s): Courthouses [view contributor(s)]
- Date Submitted: 2007-10-01 18:22
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