We are so used to seeing uniform, modern double glazed doors which are all similar - functional without necessarily being beautiful or unique.
Mine is such a door at home …
We were with our guide, exploring the off-the-tourist-route streets above the Ganges in Veranasi, when I realised that I was taking lots of door photos because they were all so lovely.
I had a day out with a friend in Shropshire last year when we just took door photos & this reminded me of how much I had enjoyed it. Our Shropshire doors are blogged here ….
I love these details …
This door just invites you in with its beautiful painting …
I love the details on this set …
The details are simply lovely - this door reminds us of ages past …
The faded paint colours are so 'in vogue' in an Annie Sloan way …
Who would not want to use a door like that?
Doors with bars, hinting at life behind it …
Doors & shutters to his world & shop …
The yellow just lifts this opening …
Such beautiful colours & details ….
The carved details on the doors remind me of the sunburst images of Art Decor buildings
The details are really lovely - the frame the door perfectly & creating an imposing entrance …
Beautiful fan like details on the semi circle …
How lovely are these details with the colours & raised images?
Stunning paint work & pattern; yes, I do rather like deer too so was drawn to this ….
A glimpse through the doors …
Functional, natural worn wooden door that is definitely solid ….
Lovely to get the odd glimpse of what is behind the doors …
A temple with its bright contrasts & lovely door details …
The Swastika is a sign of peace - not what it was hijacked to represent & it is still seen all over India.
A purple door that I was photographing, then a glimpse beyond ….
… to some friendly faces who greeted with smiles … great karma
Painted details make this door special & individualistic …
Did I mention that I love the paint work? :)
Look at those corbels & details on the side with the details picked out in paint? Stunning ….
Fab-u-lous ….
Distressed complimentary colours looking worn & homely; the details are lovely.
This door has some age & it has seen some life pass through it …
Interesting details picked out in red on this temple … doors within doors
Ornate gates - I wonder what is behind it …
I love the carved details on the doors & surround - it has an elegance to it …
Beautiful carved details above the door frame; the colour is a favourite of mine too …
The faded charm speaks of a long history associated with this entrance …
A door within a door ….
A very elegant & ornate entrance on the Ganges …
These were just a few of the many beautiful & very individualistic gates seen in the back streets of Varanasi. I love the bold use of colour & the very decorative details. I hope you have enjoyed these with me. They make our uniform doors seem very boring …
Thanks for stopping by,
Dee ~♥~
