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Catalan Modernist Façade with Mosaic Decorations and Angel Sculptures

#2073. Catalan Modernist Façade with Mosaic Decorations and Angel Sculptures

The image showcases a magnificent example of modernist architectural style, presumably Catalan Modernisme (Art Nouveau). The façade of the building, constructed with red brick, is adorned with an exquisite decorative arch and elegant tile work.

At the center of the composition is an arched window with green frames, framed by richly ornamented stone decorations. Above the window is a semicircular tympanum with a mosaic panel in blue and white tones featuring characteristic modernist motifs with red accents. A heraldic shield is visible in the center of the tympanum.

On both sides of the window are decorative panels with mosaic images and the inscriptions "GIMBERNAT" and "VIRGILI" on a blue background. Below them are white stylized figures of birds or angels. The architectural composition is complemented by small sculptures of angels positioned at the lower part of the decorative framing.

The façade is further embellished with carved stone columns with ornamented capitals, and the brickwork features decorative medallions with initials. All these elements create an impressive example of a richly decorated modernist façade, characteristic of Spanish, particularly Catalan architecture from the early 20th century.