Salón de Embajadores in het Koninklijk Paleis van Sevilla 1880 - 1900

Rafael Garzón captured the Salón de Embajadores in Seville's Royal Palace using photography, a medium that freezes a moment while hinting at endless repetition. The photograph's composition invites the eye into a space governed by symmetry and pattern. Arches, columns, and intricate wall designs create a dense visual field. Light filters in, casting shadows that animate the static architecture, adding depth to the two-dimensional image. This interplay of light and shadow emphasizes the texture and materiality of the palace's surfaces. The photograph highlights a tension between surface and depth. The patterns, though decorative, suggest a deeper structural order. Garzón's choice to capture this space may reflect an interest in how architecture embodies cultural values and historical narratives. The photograph is not just a record but an interpretation of space and form.