Doumo-di-Sant'-Andrea-Interior-Amalfi-Italy_PPW

Complicated, grand, delicate, and dominating, the 9th-century Amalfi cathedral has been remodeled over the years with Romanesque, Byzantine, Gothic, and Baroque elements, but retains a predominantly Arab-Norman style. This intriguing blend of architectural styles easily confuses past and present, old and new, authentic and revival. The façade, with its glimmering mosaics, intricate patterns, and Arab design influences, is in fact no older than the 19th century. It was the master work of Neapolitan architect Errico Alvino, created during the height of Italy's fascination with Revivalism. The campanile, spliced with Saracen colors and intricate tile work, is the real deal and dates from the 13th century.


After the funeral procession ended I tried to get into the Doumo but was told they were closing up again after the funeral. But to my surprise they told me I had 5 minutes before they would throw me out. So I was able to get this interior image, which many tourists that day would probably not get.


D810 with 24-120 f-4G ED VR lens @ 24 mm, f-5.6, 1-60 VR on, hand held, Auto ISO 5000, manual Mode. Processed in Capture NX-D and PSCS6 Extended using Picture Postcard Workflow.
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