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"Las Tejas, " Oakleigh Thorne house, 170 Picacho Road, Montecito, California, 1923. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. "Las Tejas, " Oakleigh Thorne house, 170 Picacho Road, Montecito, California, 1923. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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"Las Tejas, " Oakleigh Thorne house, 170 Picacho Road, Montecito, California, 1923. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. "Las Tejas, " Oakleigh Thorne house, 170 Picacho Road, Montecito, California, 1923. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
"Las Tejas, " Oakleigh Thorne house, 170 Picacho Road, Montecito, California, 1923. House Architecture: Remodel and addition to existing adobe house, designed by William Alston Hayne II, by Francis W. Wilson after purchase by Oakleigh Thorne in 1917. Landscape: Helen S. (Mrs. Oakleigh) Thorne, on 26 acres. Other: Oakleigh Thorne was W.O.S. Thorne
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Las Tejas," the Oakleigh Thorne house, located at 170 Picacho Road in Montecito, California, was originally an adobe house designed by William Alston Hayne II in the late 1800s. In 1917, Oakleigh Thorne purchased the property and commissioned architect Francis W. Wilson to remodel and add to the existing structure. The resulting Italianate-style house, captured in this photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1923, is a testament to the elegant and timeless beauty of Montecito's architectural heritage. The 26-acre estate, designed by Helen S. (Mrs. Oakleigh) Thorne, features a stunning landscape that includes cypress trees, palms, and a serene pond with a reflective pool. The symmetrical design of the house and gardens, with their emphasis on balance and harmony, is a reflection of the owner's appreciation for the natural beauty of the area. The photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases the exterior of the house, with its arched windows, red-tiled roof, and intricate stonework. The lantern slides from the 1920s and 1930s, now part of the Library of Congress's collection, offer a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the tranquility and charm of Montecito's countryside were a sought-after retreat for those seeking respite from the bustling city life. The Thorne family, including Oakleigh Thorne (W.O.S. Thorne) and Helen Seymour Stafford Thorne, are an integral part of Montecito's history. Their legacy continues to inspire and captivate, as this photograph serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of California's picturesque coastline and the beauty of its architectural and horticultural heritage.
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