Photographer's Note
. Aranjuez has historical and emblematic buildings filled with history that, due to their importance, we highlight in this section, although most of them can only be seen on the outside since they are currently dedicated to religious, administrative or private tasks.
The House of Trades and Gentlemen occupies the western side of the Plaza de la Mariblanca to which its beautiful arcades open. Its function was the maintenance and administration of the Royal Site and accommodation of the entourage, special at the time of Royal days.
Both constructions appear unified towards the Plaza de San Antonio, although it responds to different moments. The House of Trades was designed by Juan de Herrera, and its construction continued during the 17th century. These phases did not end until the 18th century, a period in which the Casa de Caballeros (1767) ended, on the plans of Gómez de Mora (18th century), under the direction of Santiago Bonavia and his successors Marquet and Serrano.
The house is structured around two square patios and is composed of two floors: the lower one, arranged in arcades, and the upper one, where its continuous terrace stands out. Brick and stone were used as construction materials, as well as slate slabs for the roof.
Its special location, next to the Royal Palace and where its facades overlook the Plaza de Parejas and San Antonio stand out from the rest.
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Aranjuez dispone de edificios históricos y emblemáticos rellenos de historia que por su importancia destacamos en este apartado, si bien la mayoría de ellos solo se pueden contemplar en su parte exterior ya que actualmente se dedican a labores religiosas, administrativas o privadas.
La Casa de oficios y Caballeros ocupa el lateral occidental de la plaza de la Mariblanca a la que abren sus bellos soportales. Su función era la del mantenimiento y administración del Real Sitio y alojamientos del séquito, especiales en época de jornadas Reales.
Ambas construcciones aparecen unificadas hacia la Plaza de San Antonio, aunque responde a distintos momentos. La Casa de Oficios fue proyectada por Juan de Herrera, prolongándose su construcción durante el siglo XVII. Estas fases no concluyen hasta el siglo XVIII, periodo en el que da fin a la Casa de Caballeros (1767), sobre los planos de Gómez de Mora (siglo XVIII), bajo la dirección de Santiago Bonavia y sus sucesores Marquet y Serrano.
La casa se estructura en torno a dos patios cuadrados y está compuesta por dos pisos: el inferior, dispuesto en arcadas, y el superior, donde destaca su terraza corrida. Como materiales constructivos se utilizaron el ladrillo y la piedra, así como lajas de pizarra para la cubierta.
Su especial ubicación, junto al Palacio Real y donde sus fachadas dan a la Plaza de Parejas y la de San Antonio destacan sobre el resto.
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mkamionka
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(65784) 2020-11-17 11:08
Hola Luis,
I guess these are the same arcades but this time an internal view. Perfect use of the repeated motif, it seems to stretch to infinity. We can see some silhouettes at the very end which make us think how long this passage really must be!
Nice touch with the shadows getting inside the passage as well.
Very photogenic!
Excellent capture,
M
holmertz
(96638) 2020-11-17 11:34
Hello Luis,
What a marvellous depth you captured in this photo. There are so many details everywhere that create this strong effect. We see a person in the distance who helps us to estimate the size of what we are looking at. I would have loved to have another one closer to us, but we can't always get all we want. The light shining from between the columns is very bright but you handled these contrasts very well. It is really a very nicely exposed photo and an impressive composition.
Best regards,
Gert
Silvio1953
(211455) 2020-11-17 11:51
Ciao Luis, great perspective on fantastic passage, beautiful alternating light and shadows, wonderful colors, fine details and splendid clarity, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio
jmdias
(107339) 2020-11-17 12:26
luis
una bonita vista con la repetición de los arcos , esas galerias son mucho usuales en españa y en los países de colonización española. una hermosa vista con la grandiosidad de los monumentos del pasado.
saludos
jorge
Tue
(85836) 2020-11-17 13:15
Hello Luis,
Fantastic perspective down this very long corridor. I really like the repetition of the many pillars and arches and the warm colours are very enjoyable, especially in this fine, subdued sunlight.
Lars
Fis2
(161064) 2020-11-17 13:46
Good evening Luis!
A very interesting arcades, the length is impressive.
Excellent framing and beautiful perspective!
I like colors and light.
Very well done my friend.
Good night and have a nice Wednesday!
Krzysztof
pajaran
(107337) 2020-11-17 13:50
Greeting.
Beautiful architecture, well shown with beautiful colors, contrast, perspective and good text.
Beautiful photo and memory well captured moment.
Beautiful pasage houses of Knights.
I wish you a nice and peaceful night, all the best.
Paja.
lousat
(133149) 2020-11-17 14:38
Hi Luis,i saw sometimes perspectives like that in the big abbeys,but it's a great surprise to see the same in an historical building as i can read in your note. I like a lot pics like that,especially when well done like your! Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano
papagolf21
(152605) 2020-11-17 23:31
Bonjour, cher Luis,
La découverte des arcades depuis l'intérieur fort bien saisie, la beauté architecturale est saisissante.
Un effet de perspective excellent;
Amitiés.
Philippe
Royaldevon
(80191) 2020-11-18 3:03
Hola Luis,
So this is the veranda view of the lengthy 'The House of Trades and Gentlemen'. It is superb from the point of view of photography where, from this well appointed position, you have been able to use the repeating arches, windows and sunlit spaces to create an amazing pattern. The sense of depth and perspective is excellent.
You have even included a small figure so we can immediately understand the scale!
Have a good day,
Bev :-)
jhm
(206453) 2020-11-18 5:57
Hello Luis,
You chose a nice angle with repetitive ceiling, also light and shadows are pleasant.
Panorama image with depth and perspective.
Excellent composition and lovely presentation.
Very well done, TFS.
Best regards,
John.
PiotrF
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(52342) 2020-11-18 16:19
Hello Luis,
A very nice picture from this place with marvellous depth, great architecture.
I like fine details, wonderful colours and good quality. Fine presentation
Regards
Piotr
ikeharel
(108868) 2020-11-18 21:48
Hola Luis,
The outside light all the way to the length of the arcade gave a nice pattern to the scene with good sense of depth.
Simple design, but the outcome on the picture looks attractive and clear in details.
Buenas dias,
Ike
emka
(153744) 2020-11-18 23:37
hello Luis, I know this long passage. Fantastic view of the arches and lights that seem not to have an end. I was there too and took many photos, it is the photographer's heaven, but there were many Manuel photos from there. Amazing perspective.
Best regards Malgo
jemaflor
(139685) 2020-11-18 23:44
Hi Luis,
interesting depth effect, impressive view well framed, good management for the light capture, nice play of shadows and lights, tfs.
abmdsudi
(91575) 2020-11-19 6:35
Hi Luis
You have a great light there and smartly exposed to balance the shadow areas. There's something very strong and compelling about this image filled with extreme depth, perspective
and sumptuous detail. I am impressed
Best regards
dta
(98848) 2020-11-19 9:31
Hola Luis,
Une superbe perspective de ce passage vouté , avec les jolies ombres sous les arcades , et de très belles tonalités ocres.
Amicalement
PaulVDV
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(57641) 2020-11-19 13:12
Hello Luis,
A very attractive presentation of the arcade we saw on your previous photo.
The repetition of arches, columns and infalling light makes the view fantastic.
What a very long arcade! The person we see in the distance may even be only half way the arcade.
Excellent depth, sharpness and light management.
Best regards, Paul
ChrisJ
(165882) 2020-11-22 2:08
Hello Luis
Amazing linear perspective and nice repetition of architectural patterns and shapes, especially the arches at left and their shadows. Perfect sharpness and framing. Tfs!
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