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An equestrian staircase leading to Vladislav Hall in Prague Castle, built around 1500 CE. From the 15th century, imposing equestrian staircases were built in the stately homes of the nobility. These staircases enabled riders to reach the upper floor on horseback [688×1050]

September 16, 2024

An equestrian staircase leading to Vladislav Hall in Prague Castle, built around 1500 CE. From the 15th century, imposing equestrian staircases were built in the stately homes of the nobility. These staircases enabled riders to reach the upper floor on horseback [688×1050]

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Fuckoff555 on September 16, 2024 11:10 am

[https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equestrian_staircase](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equestrian_staircase)
IntelligentPitch410 on September 16, 2024 11:55 am

That roof is amazing. Imagine the stonemasons working on that in the 1500s
Philligan81 on September 16, 2024 12:37 pm

Equestrian staircase, oooh that got a nice ring to it. Sounds a lot better than A Ramp.

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An equestrian staircase leading to Vladislav Hall in Prague Castle, built around 1500 CE. From the 15th century, imposing equestrian staircases were built in the stately homes of the nobility. These staircases enabled riders to reach the upper floor on horseback [688×1050]

[1674×1080] Specially constructed Army shoe for David M. Dotson, 37th Tennessee Regiment, CSA, who lost his foot in the Battle of Franklin. The shoe was specifically designed to accommodate him. Circa 1864.

Remains of wall painting in church of Sant Climent de Pal in Andorra. It was built in the 11th or 12th century and then again in the 17th or 18th century [3696 × 2448]

Fresco of St. Christopher Carrying Baby Jesus on His Shoulder, Trent Cathedral [1920×1080]

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