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Seville: Court of the maidens, in the Alcazar
Albumen silver print, 41 × 30.8 cm, by Charles Clifford, 1862
J.P. Getty Museum
 

The Patio de las doncellas, a remarkable synthesis of Islamic and Christian architectural influences, characterised by its delicate colonnades and reflective water features. This enclosed courtyard, situated amidst lush gardens, embodies the ornamental grandeur of the Mudejar style, with its intricate tile work and harmonious spatial arrangement. Historically, the court derives its name from its association with the royal household, where young noblewomen were said to have once gathered.