Italianate Style Architecture
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ITALIANATE c. 1860 - 1900
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| ITALIANATE c. 1860 - 1900 |
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- elements of Renaissance style are found in these houses
- expect a two story structure with box-like proportions
- a square cupola and/or a Widow's Walk adorns the roof line
- the roof line is low pitched with a wide overhang supported by many decorative brackets
- windows often have a decorated lintel cut in a shallow arch
- corners may be decorated with quoining, i.e. rusticated masonry or wood made to look like stone
- at times a tower with arched openings is included
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The Lester House was built in c. 1865. The two storey porch was added in 1884 and is High Victorian Italianate style. Greek decorative motifs embellish the capitals which are a free interpretation of classic styles. The low arch shape of the windows and front door are typical Italianate features.
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| The Lester House at 406 S. Main St. |
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