Boston and the surrounding area are filled with architectural wonders, but it is the intricacies and details that really add the layers of character that make the buildings memorable. One such detail is some very special windows. The imported English glass from the 1800s was coated with manganese oxide, which over time reacted with the heat from the sun and aged to a lovely purple color of various shades. These windows are known as the “Lavenders” and can be seen famously in Boston’s Beacon Hill neighborhood, alongside the gas lamps and ruddy brick townhomes. The brilliant amethyst glow can also be seen throughout the surrounding area cities, adding just a distinctive bit of color to the view from the 200 year old windows.
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Beautiful 🙂
That's so interesting – I would have wondered why some of the glass was purple and others were not. Knowing this you'd be looking at the houses in a new light!
We have Boston on our domestic bucket-list and will make note of these windows as a 'must see' when we get there.
Love the contrast of the red bricks and the purple windows. Nice capture!
Love all the different colors! I've always been drawn to stained glass windows because I love the light that reflects from them. I'd never heard of this type of glass before- but not I'm super interested. I wonder how much of this glass was shipped over here.
You learn something new every day! I think Boston is such a cool city! Glad y'all are having a great time!
I really like how the purple shade also tinges the reflection.
Beautiful shot! I love stained glass windows and colonial architecture. What a great mix of both.
I love that bit of triva and the photo of how it looks.
I had never heard that before – yet one more reason for me to get to Boston soon! Hope you are enjoying your stay there!
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