Gate, Fence and Hollow Tree Shelter Designed by Dionicio Rodriguez - Clayton, New Mexico
Posted by: BruceS
N 36° 27.026 W 103° 10.772
13S E 663144 N 4035450
Intricate natural looking cement gate, fence and shelter in the yard of a private home in Clayton, New Mexico.
Waymark Code: WME79C
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 04/12/2012
Views: 6
Dionicio Rodriguez ((1891-1955) is a Mexican born artist who is known for his concrete sculptures which simulate the appearance of wood known as Faux Bois. The gate appears to be in the form of a Pagoda constructed of tree trunks. The fence appears to be constructed of tree branches and vines. The shelter appears be constructed from a hollow tree. All are constructed of concrete sculpted to the natural appearances. These works were constructed circa 1943.
Street address: 320 Oak St. Clayton, New Mexico
County / Borough / Parish: Union
Year listed: 2008
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering
Periods of significance: 1925-1949
Historic function: Landscape, Recreation And Culture
Current function: Landscape, Recreation And Culture
Privately owned?: yes
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Secondary Website 1: Not listed
Secondary Website 2: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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