Porta di San Bartolomeo, a photo from Perugia, Umbria

Photographer's Note

Gate of San Bartolomeo - Montefalco (PG)
The ancient Porta di San Bartolomeo is almost contiguous to the apse of the homonymous church. Also known as Frederick II, it is one of the oldest in the castle; it has a slightly ogival sixth; it was enlarged in 1244, as recalled by an epigraph walled up above the arch, in which the cross and the double-headed eagle are carved, the two symbols mentioned by Dante that summarize the two supreme medieval powers, the Church and the Papacy. The inscription says: I(n) N(omin)e D(omini). A(men). H(oc) OP(us) E(st) AC(tum) A(nno) D(omini) M.CC.XLIIII./IUS (s)U D(omin)i LEOPARDI I POT(estatis) CO(cco)R(oni) / PO(r) TA/... I MAG(ister) PE(trus) / ME FE(cit).

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Fis2 (156772) 2021-02-23 0:38

Witaj Silvio!
Next curious gate.
A very interesting alley, the gate makes impression.
I like stone walls and pavement.
Well done.
Good morning my friend.
Krzysztof

holmertz (93602) 2021-02-23 2:15

Hello Silvio,
Three good photos today, all very interesting in their separate ways. The main photo gives us a good view of the gate and the narrow streets behind it. We will have a choice of three fascinating streets soon after going through the gate, The plaque above the gate is the most interesting detail, and we see it very clearly in the WS. The other WS I like because of the human presence, especially of course the lady in red.
Best regards,
Gert

ChrisJ (161162) 2021-02-23 2:33

Hello Silvio,

Reminds me of Lecce which had several impressive portals. The arch provides a wonderful frame for the internal city. Good sharpness and perspective. Tfs!

ikeharel (106389) 2021-02-23 2:45

Excellent view through the porta, Silvio.
The picture shows well each of the old stones nin fine depth.
The sign above the arch drew first attention when opened the picture.
Arrivederci,
Ike

pierrefonds (104478) 2021-02-23 4:42

Hi Silvio,

Tu as eu une bonne idée d'utiliser l'arche pour cadrer la scène. La prise de vue permet de voir les détails de l'arche et des immeubles. La lumière fait ressortir les couleurs. Bonne journée.

Pierre

pajaran (103697) 2021-02-23 5:16

Pozdrav.
lep prolaz i arhitektura, dobro pokazanao sa lepim bojama, kontrastom, perspektivom i dobrim tekstom.
Dobar rad sa lepim fotografijama u radionici.
Lepa Gate of San Bartolomeo - Montefalco.
Zelim vam lepo popodne, sve najbolje.
Paja.

Royaldevon (76744) 2021-02-23 7:29

Ciao Caro Silvio,

This is a very well exposed photograph, clearly capturing the details of the arch and its significant carving, as well as the view through the arch.
The textural details are almost palpable, they are so sharp!
We cannot resist the temptation to move under the archway, to explore the quaint old buildings and the narrow streets.
Your w/s are good additions, extending our knowledge of the area.

My warm regards,
Bev :-)

jhm (204011) 2021-02-23 10:02

Ciao Silvio,

You use the arch perfect as frame with the narrow street between the buildings.
Create perspective and depth image
Nice composition perfect of colours and sharpness.
Very well done, TFS.

Best regards,
John.

Tue (83032) 2021-02-23 10:45

Hello Silvio,
The gate creates a very nice frame around this charming view of the slightly sloping street among the old stone façade. Good clarity and sharpness and fine lighting.
Lars

lousat (130627) 2021-02-23 11:56

Ciao Silvio,grande apertura,lo stile fotografico è il solito ma la grandezza della porta fa' la differenza,pochissimi elementi di disturbo e qualita' super! Buona serata,Luciano

ifege (33629) 2021-02-23 18:57

Hi Silvio
Another good hillside town photo through an arch.
cheers
Ian

COSTANTINO (105027) 2021-02-23 22:46

Hello dear Silvio and have a nice day
i like the way you presented
these constructions concerning
the Gate of san Bartolomeo
the best choice of these
three fascinating streets
regards
costantino

emka (153356) 2021-02-23 23:34

Ciao Silvio,
Typical picture in your style - the view through the gate of the narrow street, this time with the intriguing curve. all walls and pavements in stone. Well done.
Best regards Malgo

abmdsudi (89415) 2021-02-24 5:13

Hi Silvio
A medieval sight captured through the entrance gate with focus of interest is still on the rustic architecture behind. Nice observation as always. Congrats
Best regards

lucasgalodoido (27086) 2021-02-24 7:09

Olá Silvio,
bem interessante mesmo esse portal dessa antiga cidade de pedras, curioso o ambiente monocromático e a ausência de pessoas.
Parabéns e Abraço,
Lucas

jmdias (103924) 2021-02-24 9:24

silvio

indeed the panel with carvings above and the upper part of the gate tell us as important it was. excellent image.

take care

jorge

PaulVDV (55547) 2021-02-24 11:37

Hello Silvio,
Excellent clear and sharp picture of the old gate and the beautiful view under its arch.
You can continue to follow this street but also turn into smaller alleys.
Best regards, Paul

clic (23952) 2021-02-24 12:27

Ciao Silvio
Since there is no modern artifact in view in this superb perspective, the impression of a voyage back in time is amazing! Especially when the whole picture is masterly captured with rigorous vertical lines and pleasing allover soft lighting!
Ciao

worldcitizen (14458) 2021-02-25 10:37

Ciao Silvio,
This stone arch makes a lovely frame for the old architecture inside. The carving with the eagles is nice, too. I might have cut out the sky to only include the stones, but your composition is also very pretty. :-) Take care!

adramad (67604) 2021-02-25 10:46

Hi Silvio.
An extraordinary composition, the arch wonderfully frames the street, with those precious medieval houses and gives a sensational perspective.
Sharpness, lighting and color, are perfect.
Well done. I like it a lot.
You have a good day.
Very best regards.
Luis.

mcmtanyel (58860) 2021-02-28 14:06

Hello Silvio,
It is a lovely arched gate leading into the narrow streets of the ancient town. I like the little bit of sky showing through the gate.
Regards,
MT