Often
described as one of our country’s foremost
architectural masterpieces, Thomas Jefferson’s
Monticello is a reflection of its creator’s
ingenuity and breadth of interests. For more than
forty years, Jefferson continued to build and
rebuild what he called his "essay in
architecture." For the design of Monticello,
Jefferson drew from both the buildings of ancient
Rome and the neoclassical residences of Paris, which
he studied first-hand while he was in France from
1784-1789. The dome, the first built on an American
house, was based on the Roman temple of Vesta. Since
1923, Monticello has been preserved as a public
monument. Restoration, research, and educational
projects continue today throughout the house and
grounds.
Key
is located in the 2nd story railing. 9
½"W x 4 ½"H x 1"D
Makes
a memorable gift or a great addition to your own
Shelia's Collectibles© collection.
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Monticello
Description:
Item #FHA01
SERIES: Famous Homes of
America
Charlottesville, Virginia
Price: $25.00
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In
1895, as the Victorian Era reached its pinnacle,
George W. Vanderbilt completed construction of the
largest private residence in America, the 250-room
Biltmore House in the Blue Ridge mountains of North
Carolina. Biltmore House was, and still is, a grand
European chateau filled with original works of art,
rare tapestries, bronzes, carpets, lamps,
accessories, and antique furniture. Biltmore Estate
licenses only the finest manufacturers to reproduce,
adapt, and interpret items from George Vanderbilt’s
private collection. Each piece is reviewed by the
Biltmore Estate Production Review Committee to
ensure authenticity and the highest standards of
quality and craftsmanship.
Key
is located on the center section to the left at the
top. 9 ¼ "W x 5 ¾ "H x 1"D
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a memorable gift or a great addition to your own
Shelia's Collectibles© collection.
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Biltmore
Estate
Description:
Item #FHA03
SERIES: Famous Homes of
America
Ashville, North Carolina
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Construction
of My Old Kentucky Home was completed in 1818 by
original owner, Judge John Rowan. The home rests
on 285 sloping acres and was deeded to the
Commonwealth in 1922. It was a landmark for lavish
entertaining and was host to such famous guests as
Henry Clay and Aaron Burr. In 1852, Stephen Foster
visited his cousins, the Rowans and immortalized
the house in his famous ballad. My Old Kentucky
Home is known around the world and is one of
Kentucky's leading tourist attractions with tours
conducted daily by guides dressed in Antebellum
costumes. "Weep no more, my lady, Oh, weep no
more today! We will sing one more song for the old
Kentucky home, For the old Kentucky home, far
away." S. Foster Edition Limit 4000.
Key
is located in the tree trunk of the tree.
Size:
8" Wide X 5 1/4" High X 1" Deep
Makes
a memorable gift or a great addition to your own
Shelia's Collectibles© collection.
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My
Old Kentucky Home
Description:
Item #FHA04
SERIES:
Famous Homes of America
Bardstown,
Kentucky
Price:
$25.00
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