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Sacred and Street: A Niche in the Gothic Quarter

Monochrome photography from Barcelona in Spain

Sep 16, 2025
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A striking black-and-white image from a quiet corner of Barcelona's Barri Gòtic. This photo captures a small, recessed niche in an ancient stone wall that has become an unexpected canvas for street art. At its centre, a religious icon of the Madonna and Child coexists with modern graffiti and stylised stickers, creating a powerful juxtaposition of the s…

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