Home > Europe > United Kingdom > Wales > Gwent > Newport
"The Breakers, " Cornelius Vanderbilt II house, 44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island, 1914. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. "The Breakers, " Cornelius Vanderbilt II house, 44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island, 1914
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
"The Breakers, " Cornelius Vanderbilt II house, 44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island, 1914. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. "The Breakers, " Cornelius Vanderbilt II house, 44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island, 1914
"The Breakers, " Cornelius Vanderbilt II house, 44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island, 1914. House Architecture: Richard Morris Hunt, 1892-1896. Landscape: Ernest William Bowditch and James Higginson Bowditch
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36252763
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Cornelius Vanderbilt Ii Details Estate Garden Design Gilded Age Hunt Richard Morris Lantern Slide Mansion Newport Rhode Island United States Path Rhode Island United States Of America Richard Morris Hunt Vanderbilt Cornelius Ii Description Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Hand Tinted Johnston Frances Benjamin The Breakers
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Architecture
> Country
> America
> Arts
> Artists
> J
> William James
> Arts
> Artists
> M
> William Morris
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Scotland
> Aberdeenshire
> Huntly
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Wales
> Gwent
> Newport
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Wales
> Pembrokeshire
> Newport
> North America
> United States of America
> Rhode Island
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Breakers," a magnificent mansion located at 44 Ochre Point Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island, was built between 1892 and 1896 for Cornelius Vanderbilt II, a prominent American businessman and philanthropist of the Gilded Age. Designed by renowned architect Richard Morris Hunt, this grand estate is a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the era. The house, which covers over 13 acres, is adorned with intricate details, including columns, pillars, and hand-tinted ivy, making it a feast for the eyes. The landscape design of "The Breakers" was entrusted to Ernest William Bowditch and James Higginson Bowditch, who skillfully integrated the house into the surrounding natural beauty. The estate's gardens, with their meticulously planned paths and carefully selected plants, add to the overall charm of the property. This stunning image, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1914, showcases the house's impressive facade, with its columns illuminated by lanterns, adding an ethereal glow to the scene. The hand-coloured photograph, taken during the 20th century, provides a glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the grandeur and elegance of a bygone era. The Breakers, with its rich history and stunning architecture, continues to be a popular tourist destination and a symbol of American heritage. This photograph is part of the Frances Benjamin Johnston Collection at the Library of Congress, which includes over 11,000 images of historic buildings and gardens in the United States. Johnston's work is an invaluable resource for architectural and garden historians, providing a detailed record of America's built environment during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
