flying facade

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An abstract cubist style painting of a cathedral facade with flying buttresses and stained-glass windows, by Joseph Stella. The dominant colors are red, blue, gold, and cream, with black outlines. The sky is a solid red background. The cathedral walls are cream-colored, with geometric lines and planes defining the architectural elements. The flying buttresses are prominent, featuring gold leaf accents and sharp red and blue angles. Stained-glass windows are visible, particularly in the upper right, displaying intricate patterns in red, blue, green, and yellow hues. Other windows are also present, some arched, others rectangular, filled with colorful geometric shapes. A spired structure with a cross at the top is visible on the left side, rendered in tones of blue, cream, and red. The overall composition is dynamic and fragmented, characteristic of cubism, with strong light and shadow effects defined by contrasting blocks of color. The artwork has a vibrant and energetic feel, emphasizing the grandeur and complexity of the Gothic architecture through a modern lens.