Metal Print : A revolving house by G. H. Davis
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A revolving house by G. H. Davis
A revolving house the owner can turn while in his bath. Rotated like a turntable to catch the sun at any point: the Villa Tournesol, exhibited at Nice -- diagrams and (inset) a photograph of the house. Date: 1927
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Media ID 14125020
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Catch Davis Diagrams Exhibited Nice Revolving Rotated Sunshine Turn Turning Turntable Villa 1927 Tournesol
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a touch of whimsy and innovation to your home decor with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the iconic "Revolving House" design by G.H. Davis. This intriguing image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Villa Tournesol - a revolutionary design where the owner could rotate the house while taking a bath, catching the sun at any desired angle. Our high-quality Metal Prints not only showcase this fascinating architectural marvel but also add a modern and stylish touch to any room. Experience the delight of owning a unique piece of art that sparks conversation and adds character to your space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Villa Tournesol: A Revolutionary 1920s Architectural Marvel by G.H. Davis This photograph showcases the innovative and visionary design of the Villa Tournesol, a revolving house conceptualized by American architect G.H. Davis. Exhibited at Nice in 1927, this architectural marvel was a true testament to Davis's ingenuity and his commitment to maximizing sunshine in a building. The Villa Tournesol was a rotating house, designed to be turned like a turntable to catch the sun at any point. The owner could enjoy the sun's warmth and light from different angles throughout the day, making this an exceptional living experience. The house's unique design was not just an aesthetic choice but a practical one, as it allowed for optimal natural lighting and passive solar heating. The diagrams and inset photograph offer a closer look at the intricacies of the Villa Tournesol's design. The house was built on a circular concrete base, with a central rotating mechanism that allowed the entire structure to turn. The rooms were arranged around the perimeter, with large windows facing outwards to maximize exposure to sunlight. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the architectural innovations of the 1920s, a time when designers and architects were pushing the boundaries of what was possible in building design. The Villa Tournesol remains an enduring symbol of the era's creativity and vision, inspiring generations of architects and designers to explore new ways of integrating nature and technology into the built environment.
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