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Thompson Covered Bridge 2 #1 Art Print
by Joann Vitali
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Thompson Covered Bridge 2 #1 art print by Joann Vitali. Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All art prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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The West Swanzey Covered Bridge, AKA the Thompson Bridge, was built in 1832 by Zadoc Taft for the princely sum of $523.27. Zadoc isn't a name you see... more
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The West Swanzey Covered Bridge, AKA the Thompson Bridge, was built in 1832 by Zadoc Taft for the princely sum of $523.27. Zadoc isn't a name you see every day. He's not even the most famous Zadoc Taft -- that honor goes to renowned sculptor Lorado Zadoc Taft.
Our Zadoc Taft, though, was a local boy, born, raised and died in the area. The Register of Historical Places entry for this bridge lists Taft as a master workman, but by the 1850 census, he called himself a blacksmith.
The Thompson Covered Bridge crosses the Ashuelot River, connecting the town of Swanzey with the village of West Swanzey. It's a two span, 155 foot long, single web Town lattice bridge. The sides are open and use the beautiful Town lattice as a decorative element. There is a sidewalk on the south side of the bridge; there apparently was another on the north side when the bridge was built.
By the early 1970s, increasing traffic was taking a toll on the wooden bridge. Although there is now...
About Joann Vitali
I specialize in Fine Art Wall Decor for Home, Business and the Hospitality Industry. Fine Art Photography that brings you the essence and spirit of Boston and it's eclectic neighborhoods, as well as the flavors of all things New England, into your home & heart. • You can view 12 pieces from my Boston North End Collection hanging in Tresca Italian Restaurant on Hanover Street. Boston, Ma. - I am very honored to have a series of art from my Boston collection featured in the January 20th 2016 episode of Criminal Minds. - I have also been chosen as this years recipient of "2016 Best of Houzz Award" by the more than 25 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than 500,000 active home building,...
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Anastasiya Malakhova
Wonderful!
Joann Vitali replied:
Thanks very much Anastasiya:)
Jon Burch Photography
Great composition Joann! v/f
Joann Vitali replied:
Thank you Jon:)
Bill OConnor
Joann --you are very talented -- wonderful art
Joann Vitali replied:
Thanks very much Bill, glad you like it:)
Patricia Dennis
This has it all, movement and color! Very nice.
Joann Vitali replied:
Thanks so much Patricia!:)
Charles Robinson
I love the rich fall colors in this one. It is a magnificent bridge
Joann Vitali replied:
Thank you Charles:)