World Heritage Site: Old Town of Segovia and its Aqueduct
Publication Year: 2013
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHE41E0706746
Summary
A comparative analysis of Segovia's urban skyline reveals the enduring and evolving elements that define its historic silhouette. The study, led by Anton van den Wyngaerde's 16th-century engravings, compares historical depictions from various artists (e.g., Louis Meunier, Day-Haghe) with modern images to track changes in the city's architecture over centuries. Key structures like the Cathedral, Aqueduct, and Alcázar stand out, but the research also highlights lesser-known urban towers—church steeples and noble residences—that contribute significantly to Segovia's visual identity. By proposing a novel perspective from atop these towers, the study offers a unique lens to observe cross-visual relationships and the transformations of this walled city.
Citation
Escobar Rodríguez, A. M. (2013). Urban Towers of the City of Segovia. A Comparative Silhouette Analysis. Arte Y Ciudad, 2(3.1), 765–780. https://doi.org/10.22530/ayc.2013.n3.1.309
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