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"Beacon Hill House, " Arthur Curtiss James house, Beacon Hill Road, Newport, Rhode Island, 1917. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. "Beacon Hill House, " Arthur Curtiss James house, Beacon Hill Road, Newport, Rhode Island, 1917
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"Beacon Hill House, " Arthur Curtiss James house, Beacon Hill Road, Newport, Rhode Island, 1917. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. "Beacon Hill House, " Arthur Curtiss James house, Beacon Hill Road, Newport, Rhode Island, 1917
"Beacon Hill House, " Arthur Curtiss James house, Beacon Hill Road, Newport, Rhode Island. 1917. House designed in 1910 by John Mead Howells and Isaac Newton Phelps Stokes for railroad magnate Arthur Curtiss James. The grounds were landscaped with Italianate gardens
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located at Beacon Hill Road in Newport, Rhode Island, was designed in 1910 by the renowned architectural team of John Mead Howells and Isaac Newton Phelps Stokes for railroad magnate Arthur Curtiss James. This elegant house, captured in black and white by Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1917, stands as a testament to the grandeur of America's Gilded Age. The grounds of Beacon Hill House feature Italianate gardens, with symmetrical layouts and ornamental elements that perfectly complement the house's classical design. The photograph showcases the house's refined exterior, with its tall, arched windows and intricate stonework. The grounds, adorned with lush greenery and a serene ornamental pond, add to the idyllic setting. The reflection of the house in the pond creates a sense of harmony and balance, emphasizing the symmetrical design and the architectural brilliance of Howells and Stokes. Arthur Curtiss James, a prominent figure in American industry, was known for his significant contributions to the railroad industry. The Beacon Hill House served as his summer retreat, offering him a respite from his busy professional life. The house's design reflects the opulence and grandeur of the era, showcasing the wealth and power of its owner. Frances Benjamin Johnston, a pioneering American photographer and architectural historian, captured the essence of Beacon Hill House in this timeless photograph. Her work, which documented the architectural heritage of the United States during the early 20th century, remains an invaluable resource for scholars, historians, and enthusiasts of American history and architecture. This photograph, with its intricate details and beautiful composition, invites us to explore the rich history and heritage of Newport, Rhode Island, and the United States as a whole. The Beacon Hill House stands as a symbol of America's past, a reminder of the grandeur and elegance that once defined a bygone era.
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