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Polychromatic Façade of a Queen Anne Victorian Mansion

#3204. Polychromatic Façade of a Queen Anne Victorian Mansion

This is a splendid example of Queen Anne style architecture - a subtype of Victorian architecture. The house features a characteristic polychromatic color scheme: a burgundy-raspberry façade contrasts with cream-yellow decorative elements, creating a bright, memorable appearance.

The façade is richly adorned with carved details, particularly noticeable in the gable area where an ornamental medallion is located. The asymmetrical composition is enhanced by an octagonal turret with a dome-shaped roof on the left. A porch with elegant turned columns and intricate balustrades wraps around the corner of the house, creating a transitional space between the interior and the surrounding environment.

The windows are designed in a manner classic for this style, with upper transoms and decorative casings. A wide central staircase leads to the main entrance, emphasizing the house's grandeur. Also worth noting is the multi-pitched roof with complex configuration and decorative ridge typical of Victorian style.

This house is a magnificent example of late 19th century American architecture, when attention to decorative details and the pursuit of expressive form were at the height of popularity.

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