Paperback. 606 colour images Few reference books assist in the restoration of campground cottages, but this new photo archive shows existing architectural details in the historic district of Oak Bluffs and Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. These ornate Victorian cottages are commonly known as the Painted Ladies. More than six hundred color images display the wide variety of corbels and gingerbread found on these small tent like cottages. Study the intricate patterns carpenters used to create the "gingerbread" look, with little material and equipment. Restorers of old homes, preservationists, students of architecture, and admirers of Victorian-style will find this a valuable resource and use these photos to restore, preserve, or recreate the embellishments. AUTHOR: Robert and Lnn Gatchell have been married for thirty-three years and make their home on Martha's Vineyards. Robert is a Master woodworker and Lynn is an accomplished artists. Few reference books assist in the restoration of campground cottages, but this new photo archive shows existing architectural details in the historic district of Oak Bluffs and Marthas Vineyard, Massachusetts. These ornate Victorian cottages are commonly Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Painted Ladies: Corbels & Gingerbread (Paperback)
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen
Publication Date: 2008
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0764330462
ISBN 13: 9780764330469
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new

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605 color images show the wide variety and creative ways balusters and columns were used to enhance the homes in historic Oak Bluffs and Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. This photo archive of ornate Victorian details will assist in the restoration of campground cottages. Restorers of old homes, preservationists, students of architecture, and admirers of Victorian style will find this a valuable resource and use these photos to restore, preserve, or even recreate the embellishments.

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Robert and Lynn Gatchell have been married for thirty-three years and make their home on Martha's Vineyards. Robert is a master woodworker and Lynn is an accomplished artist.

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