Rosswurm Family Barn

This stately hand-hewn timber framed bank barn was built in 1876. It is uniquely positioned on the edge of a gentle slope, adding it its character. Five lighting rods, with white glass globes, protect and add charm to the roof ridge.

The barn is plentifully graced with sculpted wooden louvered vents, painted green. A number of years ago, sixteen of the vents needed replacing. The owners, wanting to preserve the historic integrity of the barn, made a template from one of the good vents and had replacements made. They chose to use Cypress wood because of its A bit of Noble County history is wrapped up in this very early barn. A nearby resident, accused of murder as well as a number of burglaries and other unsavory activities, had escaped from a prison in Ohio. He returned to the Noble County area, which was his home. The criminal, wishing to avoid recapture, stole a horse and buggy from this barn in 1907. He fled to the Van Wert, Ohio area where he was apprehended.

I set up my easel and supplies one afternoon in July 2007. The subtle nuances of light and shadow were an exciting challenge to capture. The late afternoon light added a bit of warmth to the brilliant west face while the south gable end held onto a slightly cooler range of hues. I chose an 18 x 24 inch canvas for this oil painting.

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.