Oakhurst Water Tower is a photograph by Debra Fedchin which was uploaded on November 8th, 2015.
Oakhurst Water Tower
A study goes on to say that the water tower and attached farm building are an eclectic combination of styles that include Italianate, Federalist and... more
Title
Oakhurst Water Tower
Artist
Debra Fedchin
Medium
Photograph
Description
A study goes on to say that the water tower and attached farm building "are an eclectic combination of styles that include "Italianate, Federalist and Craftsman. Referencing a New England lighthouse with its obelisk form and wooden clapboard siding, the windowed tower is crowned by Italianate brackets (that) support a flat, overhanging eave that holds a smaller box-like windowed structure which provides the base for a 1 1/2 story, Federalist-inspired clapboard cabin-like shell that was meant to hide the water tank at the top of the tower."
The age and exact purpose of this intriguing tower is unknown, but it was in existence when Florence L. Haupt purchased the property. Her namesake granddaughter (Florence Haupt Teiger) said that the tower was in a decrepit state even then, and recalls that her brother used to chase her up to the rickety tower steps when they were kids. She also remembers the sight of pigeons roosting at its top.
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November 8th, 2015
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Comments (11)
James Aiken
Congratulations! Your outstanding artwork has been chosen as a FEATURE in the “Atlantic Coast of the USA Places” group on Fine Art America.
Debra and Dave Vanderlaan
Wonderful mysterious mood Debra! Congrats on your Feature in Barns Big and Small. We also added a Like to your work! Celebrate life, Debra and Dave
Maria Coulson
This image is being featured in the “Photography ONLY – Landscapes and Landmarks” group – one of the most active groups on Fine Art America featuring the best landscape photographers in the world! Congratulations on your excellent work!
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