#5222. Victorian Red Brick Façade with Tower and Ornate Details

The photograph shows a historic building in Victorian architectural style, constructed of red brick. This two-story structure features a symmetrical façade adorned with expressive architectural details. The central part of the façade is accentuated by a slight projection and crowned with a tall tower with a four-sided roof and decorative railing around the observation deck.

The main façade has a rhythmic arrangement of tall arched windows with white frames. The windows on the second floor are taller and more decorative, featuring semi-circular tops. In the center of the façade at the second-floor level, there is a small balcony with a white balustrade. The round rose window in the upper part of the central risalit deserves special attention.

The building's cornice is richly decorated and creates an expressive contrast with the brickwork. The central entrance is designed as a portico with double white doors and a semi-circular window above them. A wide staircase with metal railings leads to the entrance. The roof is mansard-style, with shingle covering characteristic of American historical architecture.

The building likely served a public purpose – possibly a former town hall, school, or administrative building of a small town. It is an excellent example of American provincial architecture from the late 19th century with elements of neoclassicism.