Connie & Johnny - Recollections

Over the years, people have kept in touch with family and friends via visits, phone calls, cards, letters and more recently e-mails or text messages. We don't intend to abandon these ways of keeping in touch, However, we have come to the conclusion if we want to be on the same page as those close to us, i.e. our seven children, their spouses and the twelve grandchildren, we should launch a personal Internet blog where family and friends can see what we are up to. Enjoy! Connie and John

Monday, August 22, 2011

Digital photography meets Victorian craftsmanship.

Connie and I attended a luncheon/reception held at the Original (1906) Rumson, NJ firehouse. The historic building is now used by the local Junior League. What caught my eye as we entered were the restored pressed tin ceilings and walls.

Such painted embossed tin plate panels were common in the US during 1839-1901 Victorian era. They were designed as a substitute for plaster work found in the wealthiest European households.

After the reception, I turned my camera to capture the various designs found throughout the room.
Take a look....