Cobblestone architecture
Cobblestone architecture refers to the use of
History
Evidence of the use of cobblestones in building has been found in the ruins of
Cobbles, mostly flint, became a common building material from the Middle Ages onwards in England and a few parts of Northern Europe where they are easily found; this is usually known as "flint architecture" in England. Flushwork is a term for decorative patterns in flint and stone, usually including split stones for contrasting colour on the outer surface of the wall, while the unseen core consists of unsplit cobbles. Other areas have unsplit cobbles on the outside of the wall, sometimes carefully graded and arranged for a decorative effect.[2]
Cobblestone architecture was used in the northeastern United States, especially
The
Paris, Ontario is referred to as "the cobblestone capital of Canada" due to a significant number of cobblestone buildings.[9] This mode of construction was introduced to the community when Levi Boughton (d.1895), a New York mason, arrived in 1838.
Construction method and style
In true cobblestone architecture, the whole wall consists of rows of cobblestones embedded in a lime mortar. The exterior surface may be carefully constructed for decorative effect, with cobbles matched in size and color.[7] In Wisconsin most cobblestone buildings seem to have only the exterior surfaces made of cobblestone, as a decorative finish over a rubble core.[5]
English medieval walls often contain a mixture of cobbles, rubble and re-used brick, though the picture from Thetford shows almost exclusively cobbles. Some cobblestone architecture shows consistent matching in the size of the stones used, shape, and color.[5] This method of construction has been referred to as a form of folk art.[10] Cobblestone architecture is featured in many houses and farmhouses but also in churches, stores and town halls.[10]
See also
References
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- ^ Nancy L. Todd (March 1992). "National Register of Historic Places Registration: Cobblestone Architecture of New York State MPS". National Park Service. Retrieved 2009-12-27.
- ^ a b c d York, Michelle. "Cobblestone Houses That No Wolf Could Blow Down", The New York Times, March 16, 2008, accessed June 17, 2009.
- ^ a b c "Cobblestone (architecture) - Definition", Dictionary of Wisconsin History, Wisconsin Historical Society, accessed 17 June 2009.
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- ^ David F. Ransom (November 28, 1980). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory-Nomination: Town Hall / Old Town Hall". National Park Service. and Accompanying seven photos, exterior and interior, from 1980 (see photo key page 13 of text document)
- ^ "Cobblestone houses in Brant something to treasure | Brantford Expositor". Archived from the original on 2014-10-22. Retrieved 2014-10-17.
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