Friday, June 5, 2009

Grand Tudor-Final Phase

~East Wing~

Well, here is the final phase of the small illustration. This was one of my favorite views of the home, just this one end. I drew this by memory and sent it along to one special guest.

Recently many parcels of this fabulous property have been sold. I took a ride to the estate on Easter Sunday and found is so different from my years spent there .

There are a couple of new owners and the main house is under a massive renovation. I may try to sneak down there this fall and snap a few more pictures.

I do hope they are all well loved, because they have given much happiness to so many.


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  1. AnonymousJune 5, 2009 at 3:38 AM

    Now I want to live in that house!! You're really good Debra...love your work A LOT!
    And of course I'm just here to wish you a nice weekend, XXX, Carmie.

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  2. Purple FlowersJune 5, 2009 at 5:13 AM

    I've enjoyed your story for the past few days, along with seeing your artwork. It's amazing how much gardening it took you to plan and work on this estate. You must have taken alot of joy looking at your labor of love. Your artwork is great, and thanks for sharing this insightful story.

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  3. pve designJune 5, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    Wonderful series of posts, that I never want to end.
    It would make for a wonderful story book.

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  4. jaeJune 5, 2009 at 8:06 AM

    very charming...i can only imagine the work went into a landscape like that.

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  5. JuliaJune 5, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    How beautiful :)

    Have a wonderful weekend, deary!

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  6. Ina in AlaskaJune 5, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    What a wonderful story about a grand home and a lifestyle. That property was a huge responsibility and I can picture the gorgeous and colorful plantings about the grounds. I will check back with you to see what happened to the beautiful greenhouse that arrived in pieces...... oh yes, and what kind of tennis court did the property have?? Have a wonderful weekend, Debra!!

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  7. Formerly known as FrauJune 5, 2009 at 9:40 AM

    Beautiful finish! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  8. teaorwineJune 5, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    Your paintings are lovely...such attention to all detail. A joy to see.

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  9. High-Heeled Foot in the doorJune 5, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    Wow looks beautiful. Great work.

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  10. Simply Mel {Reverie}June 5, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    Truly a beautiful ending to a lovely series of posts.

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  11. KarenaJune 5, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    Debra, this is truly wonderful, very talented and detailed in your works of art.

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  12. annechovieJune 5, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    How wonderful to see the full view! I hope you can take some pics...that would be so fun to see it. Have a wonderful weekned, Debra! XO

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  13. JoyceJune 5, 2009 at 11:22 PM

    Deb- What a wonderful gift for a special person. I know she is going to enjoy it as much as I love our treasure piece. Have a golden weekend my friend. xoxo

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  14. ClarityJune 7, 2009 at 4:06 AM

    So pretty and whimsical. I'm glad you have such special memories from there.

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  15. janeJune 7, 2009 at 1:25 PM

    you are so talented debra! happy sunday!

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  16. AnonymousJune 7, 2009 at 8:47 PM

    I haven't stopped by for a few days so I was able to enjoy the transition of your lovely illustration all at once. Thank you for sharing the progression of the illustration and your experiences in this lovely home.

    Tricia - Avolli

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  17. Mary-LaureJune 7, 2009 at 11:55 PM

    So exquisite!

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  18. Ina in AlaskaJune 8, 2009 at 5:12 PM

    Hi Debra!! Hope all is well.... thinking of you... xoxo

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  19. Caitlin McGauleyJune 8, 2009 at 10:30 PM

    So charming!!

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  20. sealauraJune 12, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    wow you are so talented. i hope you had a fun week and here'sto a fabulous weekend!
    cheers!

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