William Vale House – Queen Anne Victorian at 2226 Broadway, San Francisco : 無料・フリー素材/写真
William Vale House – Queen Anne Victorian at 2226 Broadway, San Francisco / dalecruse
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| 説明 | Perched on a sunny slope in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights, the William Vale House at 2226 Broadway is a masterpiece of Queen Anne Victorian architecture, standing proudly since its completion in 1891. This photograph captures the home from a dramatic low angle, showcasing its elaborate woodwork, protruding bay windows, and intricately detailed ornamentation under a crisp California sky.Designed during the city’s Victorian boom, the house was built for William H. Vale, a prominent local businessman. Its corner turret, fish-scale shingles, and spindlework porch balustrades speak to a time when craftsmanship was both a calling card and a creative expression. Painted in a refined white-on-white scheme, the home maintains its historic silhouette while embracing a modern aesthetic that feels fresh and dignified.One of the standout features visible in this image is the rounded bay window, elegantly framed by corbels and decorated with dentils, fluted pilasters, and sunburst motifs. Above it rises a vented turret dome, adding vertical drama to the facade. The porch—accessed by a beautifully tiered stairway—features classic turned columns and a dramatic entry arch with layered moldings and bracketed eaves.Like many grand Victorians in Pacific Heights, the William Vale House sits beside more modern neighbors, yet it asserts itself as a beacon of historic elegance. Despite the evolution of architectural tastes over the decades, homes like this one continue to command admiration for their unique character and connection to San Francisco’s past.The Pacific Heights neighborhood is known for its panoramic views, proximity to Lafayette Park and Alta Plaza Park, and status as one of the most desirable residential districts in the city. Within this context, 2226 Broadway stands as a testament to the city’s resilience and commitment to architectural preservation. It’s rare to see so many original details survive—and rarer still for them to be maintained with such care and reverence.In this photo, the composition directs the viewer’s gaze up the lush, well-kept front garden to the symmetrical entranceway. You can almost feel the cool shadow of the porch and the warmth of late-morning sun glinting off the bay window glass. The contrast between the smooth stucco of the adjacent Mediterranean Revival house and the high-relief texture of the Queen Anne facade is a quiet study in architectural evolution.For admirers of historic homes, San Francisco architecture, or Victorian design, the William Vale House is a must-see. Whether you pass it on a neighborhood walk or admire it through the lens of this image, it offers a window into a time when beauty was built board by board, detail by detail. |
| 撮影日 | 2022-05-20 13:42:32 |
| 撮影者 | dalecruse , San Francisco, CA, USA |
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| カメラ | X1D II 50C , Hasselblad |
| 露出 | 0.006 sec (1/160) |
| 開放F値 | f/6.8 |
| 焦点距離 | 30 mm |