Rococo fretwork spandrel from Meyers House, 1897

Name/Title

Rococo fretwork spandrel from Meyers House, 1897

Entry/Object ID

1986.35.38

Description

Acc. No. 86.35.38 Subject Category: Homes of Alameda, Victorian Date or Period: 1897 Object: Fret work (grill) Description: Ornate rococo fretwork grill, redwood construction. Appears to be partially machine & hand carved. Original dark finish. Size: L-31 x W-83 inches. History of Object: Fret work that originally was attached to the arch between the front & second parlors of 2021 Alameda Avenue. The house was erected in 1897 and designed and occupied by Henry H. Meyers (noted architect). Acquired from: Jeanette Meyers Date: 6-18-86