The above engraving of Buenos Aires by John Byrns can be found in the Museo de la Patagonia in Bariloche. Problem is, I can’t identify where this view would be today. My guess is somewhere downtown due to the number of churches visible. Would that be the arroyo where Calle Chile is today? Or is the bluff Parque Lezama?
Read More »found: view of buenos ayres
Mystery solved.
For years, I noticed a non-ceramic tile used on the floor of most older churches in downtown Buenos Aires. Those tiles retain their color despite heavy wear, the designs are unique & colors seem muted, earthy. Somehow I always forgot to check into it. But during a visit to the Victoria & Albert Museum in London a couple months ago, my questions were answered.
Read More »buenos aires: encaustic tiles
Becoming a doctor… no, not me. Just because I’m recently unemployed doesn’t mean I’ve lost my mind. Besides, I’m too old. Seriously. But at one time I was on my way to becoming a doctor. Instead, I decided to use my biochem degree to get a job… & the rest is history. But this post isn’t about me. It’s about Gabriel.
Read More »buenos aires: becoming a doctor
Although the architecture department at the Universidad de Buenos Aires officially opened in 1901, local students had already developed a habit of going abroad to study. Returning graduates brought with them the latest trends from Europe. At the same time, many experienced European architects arrived in Buenos Aires. There was more than enough work to share between locals & immigrants; landowners wanted to increase the value of their property & the city was growing exponentially. No doubt it would have been a very exciting time to be in Buenos Aires.
Read More »buenos aires: art deco barrial
[Below is an amalgam of various posts published under the old version of Line of Sight in 2007 & 2008. This tree is usually a big topic of conversation in January & February when it blooms, much like the jacarandá in November. Plan your visits accordingly! ]
Read More »buenos aires: palo borracho