Martin M. Miles' photos with the keyword: ass and ox

The small church, named completely "Pieve dei Santi Vito e Modesto a Corsignano", was built from tuff during the 11th and 12th century. I had found this wonderful church about a decade ago - and just had to return. Silvius Piccolomini was baptized in this church, who being Pope Pius II later, renamed and remodeled Pienza, supressed many convents and abbey in Tuscany - but fortunately did not touch the Pieve di Corsignano. The lintel of the elaborated side portal of the Pieve di Corsignano. The Magi (on horsebacks) approach Bethlehem, where the star can be seen in the corner. Two shepherds seem to fight. Two angels keep an eye on the Nativity scene. Ass and ox stand behind the crib - and Mary is seated to the right. Where is Joseph?

San Bartolomé is the oldest church of Logroño. The construction dates back to the 12th century. Though it got altered largely in the 16th century, the Romanesque structure is still visible. During the time of "La Desamortización", when mid 19th century many monastic properties got sold, the church was used as a warehouse and workshop. It was even discussed to demolish the building. The porch was created in the 13th century. Below the large vignettes themed about Saint Bartholomew's life and death (see previous upload) are small, very nice scenes. Here is a shepherd dog herding sheep. Below the shepherd, who is listening to an angel. To the very right is the crib, with ass and ox.