Transom Collection

Burton in North Shields MBC01_04_312
Burton, Saville Street West, North Shields, North Tyneside. Looking up at the windows of the first and second floors of the former Burton store at 5-7 Mill Street

Modern replica of a cross staff by Harriet Wynter Ltd. (ivory & wood)
MFR348332 Modern replica of a cross staff by Harriet Wynter Ltd. (ivory & wood) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

An old woman on a junk in a typhoon shelter, Hong Kong
An old woman tidies up a rope in the stern of a junk sampan boat in a typhoon shelter in Kowloon, Hong Kong Date: 1982

France, Toulouse. Window and shutters in the streets of Toulouse

France, Toulouse. Balcony and door

CALIFORNIA: BODIE, 1962. The J. S. Cain House, in the ghost town of Bodie, California
CALIFORNIA: BODIE, 1962. The J.S. Cain House, in the ghost town of Bodie, California, which became a California state park in 1962. Photograph by Ronald Partridge, July 1962

WASHINGTON D. C. : HOUSES. Children playing on the steps of row houses in Washington, D
WASHINGTON D.C.: HOUSES. Children playing on the steps of row houses in Washington, D.C. Photographed by Louise Rosskam, c1942

NEW ORLEANS: HOUSE. A view of the house at 1301 Royal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. Photographed by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1938

NEW ORLEANS: STOREFRONTS. A view of the Royal Furniture Shop (left) and the G. Napolitano Grocery on the corner of Royal and Dumaine Streets in New Orleans, Louisiana

NEW ORLEANS: HOUSE. A view of the Bienvenu-Thomas House at 712 Royal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. Photographed by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1938

NEVADA: MINERS HALL. Old miners union hall, Silver City, Nevada. Photographed by Arthur Rothstein, March 1940

NEW ORLEANS: BUILDING. A Greek Revival-style building in New Orleans, Louisiana. Photographed by Walker Evans, December 1935

WASHINGTON D. C. : HOUSES. Row houses on the corner of North and Union Street in Washington, D
WASHINGTON D.C.: HOUSES. Row houses on the corner of North and Union Street in Washington, D.C. Photographed by Louise Rosskam, c1942

The Brigot Buildings at 601-605 Royal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, viewed from the Toulouse Street interesection
NEW ORLEANS: BUILDINGS. The Brigot Buildings at 601-605 Royal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, viewed from the Toulouse Street interesection. Photographed by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1938

Japanese geishas serving and entertaining men in the Shikian restaurant along the Sumida River in the Nakazu district
JAPAN: RESTAURANT, c1786. Japanese geishas serving and entertaining men in the Shikian restaurant along the Sumida River in the Nakazu district, Edo (now Tokyo), Japan

NEW ORLEANS: MARDI GRAS. Spectators lining up on balconies and along the street as they await the Rex parade during Mardi Gras festivities in New Orleans, Louisiana

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"Exploring the Transom: A Glimpse into Architectural Marvels and Cultural Delights" From the historic Burton in North Shields to the enchanting streets of Toulouse, transoms have long been a captivating element of architectural design. The modern replica of a cross staff by Harriet Wynter Ltd. , crafted with ivory and wood, showcases the timeless beauty and craftsmanship associated with these ornate features. In bustling Hong Kong, an old woman seeks solace on a junk amidst the chaos of a typhoon shelter, her gaze fixed upon the intricate transom above her. Meanwhile, in France's picturesque city of Toulouse, vibrant shutters adorn windows while balconies beckon passersby to discover what lies beyond each elegant door. Across continents in California's ghost town Bodie, we find ourselves captivated by the J. S. Cain House - its weathered transom telling tales of days gone by. In Washington D. C. , children frolic on row house steps as sunlight filters through delicate transoms overhead. Venturing south to New Orleans reveals a tapestry of transoms that reflect this city's rich history and diverse culture. From 1301 Royal Street's majestic house to storefronts like Royal Furniture Shop and Gallerie Royale, each adorned with unique transoms that add character to their surroundings. The Bienvenu-Thomas House at 712 Royal Street stands as a testament to New Orleans' architectural grandeur while an old miners union hall in Silver City, Nevada reminds us of America's mining heritage - both featuring striking examples design. Finally, we encounter a Greek Revival-style building nestled among New Orleans' charming streets; its resplendent transom serving as a gateway between past and present. Whether it be for aesthetic appeal or cultural significance, these glimpses into various corners of our world remind us that behind every beautifully crafted transom lies stories waiting to be discovered.