State Capitol of Minnesota
by Wayne Moran
Title
State Capitol of Minnesota
Artist
Wayne Moran
Medium
Photograph - Fine Art Architectural Photography
Description
This is some of the most amazing architecture in Minnesota and in the country.
The building was designed by Cass Gilbert and modeled after Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome - the unsupported marble dome is the second largest in the world, after Saint Peter's. However, like all capitols with domes in the US it is also inspired by the idea of domed capitols originating with the United States Capitol dome. Work began on the capitol in 1896, and construction was completed in 1905. It is the third building to serve this purpose: the first capitol was destroyed by fire in 1881, and the second was completed in 1883, but was considered to be too small almost immediately.
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June 1st, 2014
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Debbie Portwood
Gorgeous shot Wayne!! I love the way you took advantage of the low lighting! The soft glow is amazing! Love the fantastic architectural details!! f/love!! :D
Music of the Heart
Superb shot, Wayne. Beautiful architectural details and nice light surrounds me! lf