Monday, June 17, 2013

Italy in Charleston

Drayton Hall, Charleston, SC  © Doug Hickok  All Rights Reserved



Built in the symmetrical style of Italian architect Andrea Palladio, Drayton Hall is an 18th century plantation house preserved in its original form and open for public tours. Especially notable is its large projecting portico, a classic Palladian feature. It served both as protection from the sun and as a place to openly view the grounds.

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11 comments:

  1. GinnieJune 17, 2013 at 2:00 AM

    A real treasure for Charleston, I'm sure, Doug! And with that reflection, double the pleasure!

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  2. JoeJune 17, 2013 at 5:50 AM

    Geez. I've gotta get myself to Charleston.

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  3. Photo AttractionJune 17, 2013 at 6:25 AM

    Beautiful!
    Great strong colors in contrast in the house's pink.
    And that lake should do wonders for some reflexes...

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  4. JulianaJune 17, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    Awww! I missed that rich colours so much!
    what a gorgeous place!

    Have a great day, Doug!
    xoxo, Juliana | PJ’ Happies :) | PJ’ Ecoproject

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  5. AnonymousJune 17, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    What a beautiful reflection. I like the house. :)

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  6. Cezar and LéiaJune 19, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    Magnificent reflections in this image!Bravo!
    Léia

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  7. E.June 21, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    I love this picture! Happy to have found your blog!

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  8. georgeJune 26, 2013 at 7:17 AM

    A real hum dinger!

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  9. Andrew Graeme GouldJune 26, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    A lovely scene, Doug. The mirror image and brilliant colours make this just perfect!

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  10. rianJuly 2, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    such a picturesque place, great catch!

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  11. dom lorthaJuly 12, 2013 at 5:47 AM

    Beautiful mansion! You did a great picture with the refletion!
    Have a nice day.

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