Stairs have remained unperturbed by the passing of time. Their form is so intrinsically linked to their function that over the centuries they have hardly experienced any modifications at all. While the changing artistic styles may have altered decorative aspect, their essence has remained intact. Stairs, therefore, are a true reflection of artistic trends, of technological advances and of the values of an era. Originally built from stone, stairs are still visible in the ruins of most ancient buildings that have survived until today, in particularly those that would majestically keep watch over the entrance to sacred places or centers of political power. Their construction took into account the same determining factors as it does today: their use and location. While it is true that technological innovation and the appearance of new materials have allowed architects to venture into audacious projects that appear to defy the law of gravity, the vast majority of stairs are marked, as...

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