Regardless of condition,some old barns wear their cupolas majestically...
like a crown.
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22 comments:
Yes, they do. And this is a grand one!
Like a crown indeed Sunny.
Have a great day.
Costas
You're right, I didn't even notice the delapidation at first sight.
I wish our old barn had a 'crown'!
This one has seen a lot of weather in its day.
Excuse my ignorance but what are they used for?
I may be wrong, diane, but I think it may be for venting while the hay continues to dry and to let the gases escape. That is just a guess.
Sunny, wonderful.
Yes, yes, quite nice!
Thanks Gail, you are correct - cupolas are used for venting and most are topped with a weathervane.
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Cupolas are as beautiful as it is useful. It maybe a bit tatter but it is till heavenly to to look at, Sunny.
You cool picture, again!
it's a wonderful crown for the old barn. it appears to me it might be easily blown off with a stiff wind, but it might just stand there forever
Perfect description Sunny!
The weathering of the 'crown' to me is far more appealing than something brand spankin' new. Or do they put cupolas on new barns nowadays? Um, do they even BUILD wooden barns anymore??? Not around here that I've noticed. Everything is prefab metal!
There is always something about cupolas that attract us, isn't there???? My eyes always go to the top... What a neat picture, Sunny. Thanks!!!
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Betsy
Yes, the barn's crowing glory. Perfect way to describe it as it regally sits atop its barn.
I can only hope that this barn continues to wear its cupola. It could use some TLC.
I always like cupolas and weathervanes. This one is beautiful!
I love seeing old barns. This is certainly an interesting one and has a touch of red.
It sure is like a crown. I like a little wear and age it just adds to the beauty.
Well- I don't know WHAT it's used for - I just like it's character! And the weather vane on top is the finishing touch, like a cherry on top of a sundae!
I have always been fascinated with the top notches on farm buildings. I put on on my tiny garden shed just because I could. That one is such a fine looking guy.
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