Old Copenhagen

Copenhagen's old city is written in brick, copper and gold. Spires turned green by centuries of weather rise above stepped gables, while gilded ornaments, wrought-iron lanterns and carved dates catch the low Nordic sun. These photographs move from City Hall and the churches around Strøget to the painted houses of Nyhavn, lingering on the craftsmanship that gives the old buildings their character: patterned brickwork, curling ironwork and the quiet details most people pass without looking up.