Henry Mercer built this home for himself, Fonthill, in Doylestown.
Reinforced concrete was a new material at the time, and with just a few unskilled laborers.
He was a renaissance man -- archeologist, businessman, world traveler.
He brought tiles from around the world that he built into his home. Walls, ceilings, floors are richly decorated in the tiles he created and collected.
Grassy spaces, perfect for Miss C
Waiting for our tour to begin.
A close up of one of the windows. The design is quite fanciful.
Next day: Center City Philadelphia:
Independence Hall, Philadelphia
George Washington, Independence Hall
The United States began here with the signing of the Declaration of Independence
and later the ratification of the Constitution.
Franklin Court and the first US Post Office.
Benjamin Franklin's home was just beyond the gate.
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