closeup photo of red and white door

I have always been intrigued by the simple shapes and colors that are painted on shutters around Europe. Especially in Switzerland, older houses tend to have a special air in no small part due to the designs and powerful effect of the painted shutters. Here is one design found at a castle in the Canton of Vaud. You can also visit the cellars there where wine has been produced since 1803. Santé!