Pisa - Last day (page 14/22)

Gate in the Stone Wall 1

This portcullis-style gate (although it hinges sideways, like a regular gate) is set in a stone archway in the ancient fortified city wall of Pisa, on the edge of the Field of Miracles, and leads into the Jewish [...] [more...]

Gate in the Stone Wall 2

A slightly different view.

Cathedral entrance

Another shot of the bronze front door of the Cathedral of Pisa.

Pisa Cathedral

The Duomo, or Cathedral, on the Field of Miracles in Pisa; the field has been described as one of the eight wonders of the world, scattered as it is with incredible buildings. [more...]

Carved pillar (detail)

Showing the carving on one of the pillars the side of the entrance to the Baptistry.

Baptistry window

Giving an idea of the thickness of the walls. Yes, the walls are rather thick.

Carved Baptistry Entrance side-panels 1

This is really rather more ornate than our front door at home. The panels, from top to bottom, show: (1) Emptying of the Pig,
(2) crowning of the two-headed cow,
(3) crushing children’s feet to make mortar bombs,
(4) fondling the bonsai tree. [more...]

Carved Baptistry Entrance side-panels 2

Showing: (4) fondling the bonsai tree,
(5) amputee water-dowsing techniques

Carved Baptistry Entrance side-panels 3

Continuing the series, we now see: (6) a barefoot pygmie wheat farmer (or giant wheat),
(7) delivering giant orchids by horse

Carved Baptistry Entrance side-panels 4

Continuing the series, we now see: (7) delivering giant orchids by horse, (8) a Roman pineapple beater,
(9) contortionist foot exercises (marked F. E.) [more...]

Carved Baptistry Entrance side-panels 5

Continuing the series, we now see: (9) contortionist foot exercises (marked F. E.),
(10) baring the thigh while holding the screwdriver to the tree,
(11) how to burn your hand off in a barbecue. [more...]

Carved Baptistry Entrance side-panels 6

The bottom of the frieze.