This was once the main staircase of a Portuguese villa in the countryside, part of a working estate. Although it stood empty for decades, its design cues still speak volumes. The hand-carved wooden railings, the soft pink walls and, most strikingly, the stained-glass skylight above it, probably a bold and modern addition at the time.
The colours of the glass still catch the daylight in a quiet way, while the rest of the space fades into dust and shadow. Walking through places like this feels like leafing through a forgotten chapter of someone's life.
                                
 
                                Roman Robroek is a photographer who captures forgotten places around the world. In particular, he is focused on creating stunning pho-tos of abandoned locations, rich with wonder, mystery and unanswered questions... Read more…
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