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Homage to the Square

 

Homage to the Square

This was shot while waiting for a train in Kalmthout and I'm sure Mr. Josef Albers would have enjoyed the contrasts of light color and textures.

 

 

 

 

 

Antwerp Drain

 

Antwerp Drain

Typical round drain with typical granite cobblestones.

 

 

 

 

 

Antwerp ABZ

 

Antwerp ABZ Drain

Obviously they put everything from A and B to Z down this drain.

 

 

 

 

 

Antwerp Plaza Square Cover

 

Antwerp Plaza Square Cover

A companion to the drain above, this cover has been filled in to prevent people from tripping.

 

 

 

 

 

Antwerp IMEA

 

Antwerp IMEA

In the USA, we indicate directions of piping with spray paint.

 

 

 

 

 

Antwerp Drain Sidewalk View from Hotel Window

 

Antwerp Drain Sidewalk View from Hotel Window

This was shot from my hotel window, and shows an example of the great restraint of the Belgian people.