Staircase in Abu Dhabi Mosque Carpet in in a mosque prayer hall in Abu Dhabi

Staircase in Abu Dhabi Mosque Carpet

by Fred Wilcox

Vibrant red and teal geometric patterns stretch across a plush carpet toward a curved mihrab niche. Stained glass windows cast shifting patches of amber, cobalt, and emerald light onto the floor, illuminating the intricate tile work. A surreal paradox emerges in the center where a polished marble staircase rises from the carpet while simultaneously descending into the same landing, defying gravity yet maintaining sharp spatial clarity. The stone steps gleam with small, sharp highlights where the colored light strikes them. The low angle emphasizes the vastness of the prayer hall and the impossible geometry of the structure. Dust motes float in the beams of light, and the polished surfaces reflect the vivid colors of the stained glass, at the base of the impossible architecture in a tangible, solemn atmosphere.

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mosque Abu Dhabi carpet staircase stained glass surreal mihrab geometric
Camera Nikon D800*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Nikon D800 photos, grab one online.
Lens 16-35mm f/2.8
Focal Length 35mm
Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speed 1/125
ISO 200
Film processed in Lightroom
Location in a mosque prayer hall in Abu Dhabi
Date 2015-01-16
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates 24.5472, 54.6528
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