Casa de José Escribano - Frailes
Casa de José Escribano
This mansion from the same period is located a few meters from Casa del Deán Mudarra, but is the work of other master builder Manuel López Ramírez, known by the nickname ‘Manuel de la Morena’. It is said that, as both buildings were built around the same time, Manuel had the lookout tower built at his own expense so that it would stand out more than that of ‘Dominguito’. Two lanterns, attached to the wall by dragons, illuminate the entrance to the house. Oculos also adorn the façade with a figurehead on the keystone and, between the roof canes, small blue and white tiles form a checkerboard. The less well-known rear façade features large windows and a balcony with balustrade. The interior presents a symphony of light and colour, created by the Sevillian brick baseboards in bright colours and copper, as well as a large stained glass window that turns the entrance of the house into a beautiful covered garden filled with the sound of water fountains. Some rooms are decorated with friezes of floral motifs and, on the ground floor, the baseboards are made of stucco, imitating marble, a technique in which the Alcalaíno master was an expert.
Location
Located on Calle Rafael Abril.