Fisher-Dykes Polygonal Barn
The uniqueness of this barn has earned it a place on the National Register of Historic Places. It is unlike any other in its magnificent structure and splendid architectural highlights.
Built in 1914, it has ten sides -some wider than others- making it an oblong barn. The wider sides are opposite each other and each has a large wagon door to create a center pass-through. From the tip of the cupola to the foundation, beauty through design was attained and repeated throughout the barn accented by painted patterns. The entire barn was built from oak and pine harvested on the property.
Animal stalls lined each side of the pass-through for horses, milk cows and calves. A crescent-shaped hayloft covers each side and a corncrib is built within. It is no longer home for animals, but is greatly appreciated for its uniqueness.
In early 2015, I spent an afternoon gathering information and sketches of this unique and complicated barn. In September of that year I completed a studio painting. Canvas size is 18 x 24 inches.
All the barn paintings are for sale. Please contact Gwen to find out if the painting(s) you are interested in are sold or available.
