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Decorative Spiral Column on Brick Facade

#1127. Decorative Spiral Column on Brick Facade

The image captures an expressive architectural element on the facade of a building made of dark brick. The focal point is a vertical decorative column with stylized geometric ornaments resembling a Greek meander or spiral pattern. This column, made of a light-colored material (presumably concrete or stone), creates a striking contrast against the dark brick facade.

The brickwork demonstrates masterful execution with alternating projections and recesses, creating a play of light and shadow on the wall surface. The facade has a clear geometric structure with rhythmic horizontal rows of brick, interrupted by a window opening in the lower part of the image. The window is equipped with blinds or roller shutters, which is a functional element integrated into the overall design.

This architectural fragment represents an interesting example of combining modernist techniques with elements of decorative art. The vertical column with a repeating motif serves not only structural but also aesthetic purposes, adding sculptural quality to the facade and creating a focal point in the overall composition of the building.

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