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Charming eyesores: The Georgian Burglar Alarms of Dublin’s Doors

Posted in Art, Culture on April 22nd, 2006

Yes, the Georgian doorways are charming, especially given that the Georgian facades are otherwise remarkably spare. These buildings could be 20th Century low-rent apartment blocks if not for the massive chimneys and lovely doors. That makes the prominent addition of burglar alarms even more striking, with the alarm boxes typically placed immediately adjacent to the door.
The Georgian Burglar Alarms of Dublin's Doors

Western Avenue Art Gallery: The Suburbs

Posted in Art, Roadside Art, Vernacular Art on April 16th, 2006

The same artistic brilliance to be found on Chicago’s city roadsides is abundant in its older suburbs.

Feminique at Ye Olde Wash House




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