THE INNER COURTYARDS OF THE UNIVERSIDAD LABORAL DE GIJÓN
THE SPECIAL BAROQUE, ROCALLA AND DORIC COURTYARDS.
COURTYARD NUMBER 7, KNOWN AS THE BAROQUE COURTYARD, IS OPEN AND CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO THE CENTRAL COURTYARD
The oval-plan structure, articulated around a spectacular double semicircular flight of steps, the symmetrical organisation of the different sections and the crowning elements of the upper structure introduce us to Italian Baroque art in the manner of Borromini and Guarino Guarini. The lower part houses a large niche, and above it rises a second, equally symmetrical section, at whose centre opens a large window flanked by two Doric columns.
To its left and right are four banded or ringed columns, with mixed shafts carved in stone and divided by superimposed drums.
The third section is formed by a concave wall (niche) supporting an elliptical crowning element in the shape of a crown
Main façade of the Baroque courtyard
Link between pavilions via the staircase on the left
Courtyard number 11, known as the Rocalla courtyard, located on the eastern side of the central courtyard
This is a transitional space, with a small garden, that connects the central courtyard directly with the recreational area of gardens and sports grounds.
The academic tradition remains in force in this space from both the architectural and the sculptural point of view, since this courtyard is adorned with four sculptures by Manuel Laviada representing sport, work, study and discipline.
The four statues by Manuel Laviada in the Rocalla courtyard
Steps leading down to the recreational and sports areas
Allegory of work
Allegory of discipline
Allegory of sport
Allegory of study
Exit towards the recreational areas of gardens and sports grounds
Courtyard number 12, known as the Doric courtyard
The space is clearly defined by a double colonnade of Tuscan-style segmental arches that connects with the assembly hall and the green areas to the south. This courtyard both separates and links the school areas and the green spaces.
Rafael Morán Rumoroso
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