Chinese Dragon Finials - Collinson's Cafe - Port Erin, Isle of Man - Epic Beings and Creatures on Waymarking.com

Two Chinese Dragon Finials feature on the gables of the former Collinson's Cafe, Spaldrick, Port Erin.

'A Chinese dragon, also known as Loong, Long or Lung, is a legendary creature in Chinese mythology, Chinese folklore, and Chinese culture at large. Chinese dragons have many animal-like forms such as turtles and fish but are most commonly depicted as snake-like with four legs. They traditionally symbolize potent and auspicious powers, particularly control over water, rainfall, typhoons, and floods. The dragon is also a symbol of power, strength, and good luck for people who are worthy of it in East Asian culture.' (visit link)

This building now a private residence is situated on the cliff top at the north end of the Port Erin.

Architectural the building is Edwardian, shading into Art Deco. The use of small rosemary roof tiles not only the dome but for all the roofs was popular during the era, although it is unusual for the Isle of Man. The round windows and distinctive boundary wall lend the building a distinctive jaunty air.

The building features a splendid dome at its centre as it turns the corner of Trae Meanagh Drive and Spaldrick. This is best appreciated from above as is the size and grandeur of the building.

During WWII enemy aliens who had been living in the United Kingdom at the outbreak of hostilities were sent to the Isle of Man and held in Camps in the larger towns and villages around the Island. One such internment camp was in Port Erin.

Collinsion's cafe was a favourite meeting place for internee and was also used by interned artists as an arts and crafts centre.

There was at one time a dance floor and a big room with glazed wall which offered incredible panoramic views across the bay below the cliff.

source: An introduction to the Architecture of the Isle of Man by Patricia Tutt (ISBN:978-1-907945-10-6)

Time Period: Ancient Epic Type: Mythical Exhibit Type: Figure, Statue, 3D Art Approximate Date of Epic Period: Not listed

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