Friday, May 1, 2015

May Theme Day: Revolution


I took this picture of an antique fan in the master bedroom of the main house at the Goodwood Estate, which began in the 1830's as a cotton and corn plantation and has since been restored to what it looked like in the early 20th century. I'm not sure if the fan still works, but I'm sure those blades made quite a few revolutions back in the days when there was no air conditioning in our hot and humid Tallahassee summers! You can read more about the history of the Goodwood Estate here.

As always, the first day of the month is Theme Day in the City Daily Photo Community. Go take a look at other CDP bloggers' interpretations of this month's theme here.


21 comments:

Bergson said...

a ventilator which has stirred much air

VP said...

How many pacific and refreshing revolutions...

Karl said...

Wow, beautiful old fan !
Nice choice for this theme, Lois !

Rob Siemann said...

Gorgeous!

Kate said...

REVOLUTIONS, not only the fan and its blades, but the design of fans over the years.

Janet said...

I remember fans that were similarly designed! Watch your fingers!

TexWisGirl said...

gosh, that's just dang pretty!

RedPat said...

What a wonderful old fan!

Sylvia K said...

Oh, that one does stir up some memories!! Haven't seen one like that in a LONG time!! Great one for the day as always, Lois!!

William Kendall said...

I like the style of the fan.

PerthDailyPhoto said...

Gosh that's an old beauty Lois, I wouldn't mind having one like that now :)

Sharon said...

I remember seeing fans like these when I was a kid. I don't think I've ever seen one so shiny and clean.

Marleen said...

It looks like it was made of gold. A wonderful piece!

SRQ said...

An oldie but goodie. Sure is in great condition. Looks ready to make a few revolutions and cool the room.

Jack said...

That is an absolutely beautiful fan, Lois. Nice choice for the "revolution" theme day.

Virginia said...

I LOVE old fans. I love this so much Lois!

Chrissy Brand said...

That's a fabulous choice for the theme Lois 😊

Jim said...

That's very beautiful.

Tom said...

Now that's one classy fan. Tom The Backroads Traveller

LOLfromPasa said...

Wonderful and what is a little different illustration of the word 'revolution'. I like it!

Halcyon said...

Love it! And it's a Westinghouse. :)