Sunday, 20 November 2011

MONTSALVAT CHAPEL

Montsalvat is an artists' colony in Melbourne's Northeaster outer suburb, Eltham, established in 1934, and home to over a dozen buildings set amongst verdant established gardens. The colony of Montsalvat has a detailed history that reflects the life of Justus Jörgensen and his friends and family. Its buildings and gardens are steeped in the art and culture of Melbourne and its surroundings. Architecturally Montsalvat has much in common with a simple French village in Provence, with a mix of rustic architectural styles. Justus Jörgensen was an architect and as a former student of Max Meldrum had spent many happy hours painting around Eltham. In 1934 Jörgensen purchased land and with his friends and students commenced the buildings that became Montsalvat, 26kms from Melbourne.

For more of my photos of Montsalvat, please visit my other Photoblog here.

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5 comments:

  1. Jim20 November 2011 at 05:51

    Beautiful chapel in a beautiful setting.

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  2. Gianni21 November 2011 at 02:47

    Great photo, looks like a beautiful place.

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  3. Joe21 November 2011 at 15:41

    Thanks for posting Montsalvat. It's a wonderful place. I believe it has provided the setting for several mini series e.g. Nancy Wake.

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  4. Rae Walter21 November 2011 at 21:16

    Looks like a fabulous location. Great shot.

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  5. Liz25 November 2011 at 19:11

    WOW! This is a beautiful chapel! I have never been there.

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