Saturday, January 28, 2012

The Capitol's Dome

You have seen the Connecticut State Capitol from the outside many times before, like in this blog's banner photo and here and here and here.

It is time for me to go inside and show you some things.  But not before showing you the beautiful gold-leafed dome and the classical statues that ring it.
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25 comments:

  1. jooJanuary 28, 2012 at 5:34 AM

    Wow, this dome is impressive! I love these statues!
    Hppy weekend to you, Jack:)

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  2. VPJanuary 28, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    Great image of a beautiful building!

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  3. KateJanuary 28, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    Classical and very classy!

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  4. PerthDailyPhotoJanuary 28, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    Very nice details Jack, the sculptures and the fretwork on the turret. I'm curious about the gold part, when you zoom in close it almost looks like some sort of covering, can you elaborate merci beaucoup!

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  5. SharonJanuary 28, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    Gorgeous! Now that is what a capitol dome should look like! I can't wait to see the inside.

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  6. BirdmanJanuary 28, 2012 at 9:13 AM

    On our drives to Jersey we pass twice a trip. Thanks for the closeup. Are they all women?

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  7. Luis GomezJanuary 28, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    Wonderful shot Jack. Really beautiful. Have a nice weekend.

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  8. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comJanuary 28, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    After seeing your photos of the interior of the Conn. Supreme Court chamber several weeks ago, "I am sure the interior of the Capitol will be impressive.

    The dome is impressive. The Arizona state capitol has a very low, copper dome, with a single statute -- winged victory -- on top.

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  9. sheila lynchJanuary 28, 2012 at 10:53 AM

    fabulous photo!

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  10. RandyJanuary 28, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    I like all the different statues.

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  11. Sylvia KJanuary 28, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    What a terrific capture, Jack! I love the gold and the statutes are beautiful! Look forward to seeing more! Enjoy your day!

    Sylvia

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  12. cieldequimperJanuary 28, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    Hmmm, can't wait to go inside...

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  13. LowellJanuary 28, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    Very nice! Love the statuary, too. I'll bet you can see that gold dome from long distances!

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  14. RedPatJanuary 28, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    Even on a dull day it glows away in your shot! Real gold leaf?

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  15. Valladolid Daily PhotoJanuary 28, 2012 at 1:30 PM

    I really like the color contrast between the dome and statues. Very good photo.

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  16. KarlJanuary 28, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    Ohhh... this looks great!!
    Fantastic photo, Jack.

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  17. jennyfrecklesJanuary 28, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    It's really stunning and you must be able to see it shining from miles away, like the Golden Dome in Jerusalem. I'm keen to peep inside the building.

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  18. MalyssJanuary 28, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    I guess each statue has a symbolic meaning: justice, art, etc...?Very classical and beautyful.

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  19. DianneJanuary 28, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    Stunning Jack! it looks like real gold leaf .... and the statues tres elegante! I'm imagining it lit up at night looking spectacular.

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  20. Oakland Daily PhotoJanuary 28, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    A little bling always makes a building more interesting and elegant looking. Even when it already is both. Just look around Paris.

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  21. HalcyonJanuary 29, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    Wow! That's fantastic. I guess they spend a lot of money keeping this clean and shiny.

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  22. EG CameraGirlJanuary 29, 2012 at 5:49 PM

    Handsome! Makes me think Connecticut must be a well-to-do state.

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  23. Stefan JanssonJanuary 29, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Nice use of the zoom lens here.

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  24. TashJanuary 30, 2012 at 12:25 AM

    You've topped yourself with this shot. I think the Capitol deserves revisiting often.

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  25. UnknownJanuary 30, 2012 at 8:13 AM

    What a gorgeous dome!

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