I’m attracted to gaudy chandeliers, not that I would want one, but the bling does draw my eye.
The light from the huge Palladian window (three-sections where the center section is arched and larger than the two side sections) makes images a challenge.
The cantilevered staircase (fixed to the wall with no other support) provides an elegant setting intended to impress Charleston society.
This home has had a number of uses since it was built in 1803 for the Manigault family’s city residence and was nearly torn down for a gas station in 1920. It is now owned by The Charleston Museum which operates daily interpretive tours.
Joseph Manigault House, Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
Great pictures Ellen, and good that this beautiful old house has not been demolished.
Thank you, Greta! That episode in history gave rise to the Preservation Society of Charleston that has since saved numerous buildings from that fate and continues to advocate for local historic places.
Nicely done Ellen
Thank you, Ted!