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Casa Vicens
Carrer de les Carolines 24,
in the Grŕcia district of Barcelona, Spain
| Built: | 1883-1889 |
| Architect: | Antoni
Gaudí - Gaudí's
first important work (Pronounced an TONIO gow DEE on the La Pedrera museum English version Audio Guide) |
| Style: | Moorish (or Mudéjar) influence |
| First owner: | Industrialist Manuel Vicens |
Roof   Fourth Story  The house is constructed of undressed stone, rough red bricks, and colored ceramic tiles in checkerboard and floral patterns.  The owner, Manuel Vicens, was the owner of a brick and tile factory, so the ceramic tiles pay tribute to his employment. The yellow, zinnia-flowered tile, designed by Gaudí, was manufactured by Vicens.  |
Second Floor  The house is constructed of undressed stone, rough red bricks, and colored ceramic tiles in checkerboard and floral patterns.   |
First Story   This palm shape is used extensively in Gaudi's Parc Guell.  Entrance Elevation (left side of facade)  |
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