Havana Classical Columns Black and White Photography
Repeating Fluted Columns Along an Ornate Cuban Facade
One column would have been impressive; the repetition is what made me stop. In this black and white photograph from Havana, Cuba, massive fluted columns recede along an ornate facade, carrying the eye through carved capitals, arched entrances and deep ironwork. I framed the building tightly so its architectural rhythm could fill the picture.
The nearest columns have a commanding scale, while those farther away grow smaller and closer together. That compressed perspective creates a strong sequence without making the image feel flat. Between the verticals, decorative stone panels, balustrades and recessed openings give the eye plenty to explore. Light catches the projecting surfaces while the gates and entrances settle into darker tones.
I have always enjoyed Havana’s older architecture for its mixture of craftsmanship, texture and age. When I made this photograph in 2017, I also learned of the building’s association with the Bank of Nova Scotia. That Canadian connection interested me personally, though the repeating columns were the reason I wanted to photograph it.
Working in black and white brings the fluting and carved masonry forward. From across a room, the photograph reads as a clear pattern of light, shadow and vertical lines; closer inspection reveals smaller details within that structure. I see it appealing to people drawn to Cuban architecture, classical facades and monochrome photography. Its neutral tones give the stonework room to carry the image, making it an architectural focal point with both order and intricacy.
© Dan Kosmayer, 2017
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