A Victorian Birdhouse

A Victorian Birdhouse
A Victorian Birdhouse
A Victorian Birdhouse alternate side
Inventory
Collection Number: 
17355
Building: 
Central Library
Current Location: 
Children's Area
Floor: 
2nd
Object Description
Artist: 
Unknown
Object Type: 
Sculpture
Details: 
A scale-model Victorian era birdhouse constructed with plyboard, polyresin exterior detailing, pine shingles, and a non-toxic exterior finish that rests upon a mounting bracket.
Framed: 
No
Length: 
9 1/4 inches
Width: 
8 1/4 inches
Height: 
23 inches
Description: 

This birdhouse was modeled after Victorian architecture with a tight, heightened layout that features a tower, multiple roof lines, gabled windows with window boxes, and a ground level porch. Circular 1 1/4 inch cutouts on the left and right sides of the house provide entry suitable for smaller bird species. The house has a number of other design features particular to its target inhabitants including ventilation sources, non-toxic resin and paint materials, a spacious interior and removable back wall for easy cleaning. It is painted white with naturally colored pine shingles that complete a clean, sophisticated look. The house rest on a platform supported by an angled wall mount with a regressed stairstepped design.

Reproduce the Work in Library publications/publicity, including film or videotape: 
Yes
Make slides or videotapes for educational use: 
Yes
Permit the general public to photograph the work : 
Yes