Weathered Leaves

I found this ornament on the remnants of the basilica of Lorsch Abbey. I don’t think it’s originally Carolingian but was put there in a later building phase. Either way the leaves are old and weathered. Midweek Monochrome

Rustic Romans

Just ignore the modern houses in the background and imagine what this villa rustica looked to the Roman family who lived here in the 3rd century AD. The pastures surrounding the villa, the temple and the stables. The rollling hills of the Odenwald in the … Continue reading Rustic Romans