Doullot Steamboat House Of New Orleans Louisiana
by Michael Hoard
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Doullot Steamboat House Of New Orleans Louisiana
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Michael Hoard
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This birds eye view of the Doullot Steamboat House was taken from the upper deck of the Cruise boat I was on heading downstream from the port of New Orleans, Louisiana to my adventure in the Yucatan. There were two identical homes built. They are across the street from one another, which the owner built for his son. The beautiful strand of pearls ornate accent as well as the house were made from cypress. A Historic and unique design of architecture.in the south.
One of the most unique features are the beautiful hand carved cypress wooden garland which drapes at the top and around the entire home.
In 1905, Paul Doullut, a steamboat captain, designed and constructed a home facing the Mississippi River in what is now known as the Holy Cross neighborhood of New Orleans. The captain wanted a home reminiscent of the steamboats he and his wife, who was, also, a steamboat captain, guided up and down the river. He succeeded in building a unique and beautiful home. In 1913, he had a second, identical home built a few hundred yards from his, for his son, Paul, Jr. Steamboat features on the two "sisters" include the surrounding decks; narrow interior halls and stairs; metal smokestacks instead of chimneys; woodwork reflecting the steamboat era, with columns graduated in size, strung as rows around the decks or galleries; and a top floor resembling an open pilot house with commanding view of the river. The two houses were designated as historic landmarks in 1977. They are landmarks on the river and are known by architectural historians all over the world.
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Michael Hoard
Greetings Kathleen, thank you so much for viewing Doullot Steamboat House Of New Orleans I appreciate the generous comment. This unique home is one of two, twin homes built. This particular birds eye view was taken high above the upper deck of the cruise line I set sail last summer on a lifelong journey to visit the pyramids of the Yucatan. Cheers, Michael Hoard Principal Actor, Artist, Photographer and Writer
Michael Hoard
Hello Ivette, thank you so much for the feature of Doullot Steamboat House Of New Orleans, Louisiana in the group Balcony, Windows and Doors, I sure apprecaite that, Cheers, Michael Hoard
Michael Hoard
Hello Steve, thank you for viewing Doullot Steamboat House Of New Orleans Louisiana, it pleases me this photo appeals to you and I appreciate the generous comment and the L>F, cheers, Michael Hoard
Michael Hoard
Greetings Janice, thank you so much for viewing Doullot Steamboat House Of New Orleans, Louisiana, it pleases me this photo appeals to you and I am glad you found the story fascinating reading. I appreciate the generous comments, Cheers, Michael Hoard
Janice Drew
Michael, very nice image and story of this beautiful historic home. You captured the details well.
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