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  St. Peter's Basilica:  The Development of a Landmark Miniature
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The photos below show the construction of the miniature of Saint Peter's Basilica.  The model was begun early in January, 2001.  These photos were posted (weekly) to show the development of this replica.  The date of completion was late May 2001.

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1.  Cut walls and openings.
2.  Add balsa wood studs.
3.  Add architectural details.

 
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4.  Glue walls together.
5.  Add more walls.
6.  Add more walls/details

 
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7.  Construct dome.
8.  Construct roof.
9.  Apply primer coat.

 
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10.  Construct 352 columns.
11.  Construct side bldg/colonnades.
12.  Continue side bldgs.
13.  Plan Piazza
 
 		    
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14.  Construct/paint Piazza
15.  Finish colonnades.
16.  Check status.
17.  Begin painting roof.
   
 		    
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18.  Paint church exterior.
19.  Add additional details.
20.  Finish all painting.
21.  The finished piece

 
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