A ceiling in Salve Regina’s Wakehurst Student Center.
Few things are more stunning than intact, intricate ceilings in historic buildings.
Preservation Photos #171
A ceiling in Salve Regina’s Wakehurst Student Center.
Few things are more stunning than intact, intricate ceilings in historic buildings.
Preservation in Pink 
are you sure it is plaster and not Lincrusta or Anaglypta wall paper?
Plaster has more detail than Anaglypta or Lincrusta. It’s a wonder it’s in such great condition.
agreed – and makes me think I should schedule another trip to Newport
Or composition, perhaps? Long, thin moldings in plaster are difficult to execute, let alone apply, intact. And, I wonder what the original paint scheme would have been for the surface. Just imagine the stunning look of a polychrome paint scheme!
I agree composition makes sense.
Have you ever visited Kenmore in Fredericksburg, VA? You can see an example on our blog. http://menokin.wordpress.com/2013/01/22/concept-and-planning-phase-continues-at-menokin/
Yes, I have. In fact I worked at Kenmore while at Mary Washington & I spent a fair amount of time cleaning the plaster ceilings with a toothbrush! I loved that place.