Gargoyles guarding

Apparently, stone cutters were brought in to carve the Gothic gargoyles and grotesques as well as other intricate ornamentation from the limestone and rock at the Biltmore Estate.  Gargoyles and grotesques are commonly seen on the castles of Europe, put there to ward off evil-doers.

A knight in shining armor

hear no evil...

Lastly, I will feature a selection of wall fountains.

architectural features at the Biltmore Estate

 Intricate ironworks everywhere

Winter Garden ceiling

Seating for a small, intimate dining experience



Bas-relief sculptural wall hanging

 

A room just for flower containers and vases

V for Vanderbilt, of course

Tapestry

Hanging lanterns in the Winter Garden

Loved these gleaming and hanging copper pots and lids

One over-sized mortar and pestle

Stone carving details everywhere

Next, the gargoyles guard the Biltmore Estate.

Allison Williams and Mad Men

Allison Williams, daughter of Brian Williams performs a mix which includes the theme from Mad Men.  Just amazing.

Biltmore Estate



Last month, the Colonel and I attending a wedding in Asheville, North Carolina.  While there, I scooted over to the Biltmore Estate.  The numerous gardens and conservatory , all designed by Frederick Law Olmstead were gorgeous.

bird nest in espaliered pear



espalier

bird's nest gourd

Castor bean plant

Allamanda

unfurling fern frond



Giant lily pads



Papyrus

Last month, the Colonel and I attending a wedding in Asheville, North Carolina.  While there, I scooted over to the Biltmore Estate.  The numerous gardens and conservatory were gorgeous. Next, I will feature architectural interests.

Tea time

photo credit

I'm singing in the rain...

Just placed an order for these short rain boots.  I believe we may just float away if the rain continues!

Yabba dabba do!

Happy 50th birthday  Fred, Wilma, Betty and Barney!

Love these Google doodles! I was six years old when the Flintstones first aired and I remember the anticipation and excitement. Meet the Flintstones. I even named a dog Dino, once.