Clark, C. M. and Vina, House – Montrose, Missouri - U.S. National Register of Historic Places on Waymarking.com

"Constructed in 1913, the C. M. Clark House at 704 California Avenue in Montrose, Henry County, Is an eclectic, asymmetrical 1 1/2-story brick and frame residence with a full basement. A product of the Late Victorian period in Missouri, the Clark House combines elements of the Queen Anne, Italianate and Colonial Revival styles with simpler, early 20th century lines, with Queen Anne predominating. The red brick-walled main floor rises from a poured concrete foundation. The steep, cross-gabled upper half-story which includes a front-facing dormer is richly ornamented with cresting, lacy brackets, decorative hexagonal wood shingles and other Victorian devices, painted in shades of brown, beige, tan and sand with accents in pumpkin, blue and burgundy. 1 Lower comers of gables are elaborated with scrollwork brackets and pendants, and the triangular spaces between cornice returns and ascending roof edges contain decorative curvilinear Insets which strengthen the serifs. Recessed under the slightly lower front gable, an open front porch is supported by three sets of paired Corinthian columns resting on concrete-capped brick piers. Brick chimneys emerge from opposite ends of the main roof and from the west gabled wing, and the gable above a bay window contains a wheel window. In addition to fine woodwork, the immaculate Interior features decorative pressed metal ceilings, brick fireplaces Including one with multicolored tile Insets, a two-flight staircase and pocket doors. The Clark House has been restored and somewhat enhanced, but historic material greatly predominates on both the exterior and interior. Consequently, the basic character and craftsmanship of this impressive property are intact and sufficient Integrity is retained." – National Register Nomination

The house appears to be well-maintained and in very good condition. It continues to serve as a private residence.

Street address: 704 California Ave. Montrose, Missouri County / Borough / Parish: Henry Year listed: 1997 Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering Periods of significance: 1900-1924 Historic function: Domestic Current function: Domestic Privately owned?: yes Primary Web Site: [Web Link] Secondary Website 1: [Web Link] Season start / Season finish: Not listed Hours of operation: Not listed Secondary Website 2: Not listed National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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