Newport Houses Book

This large book takes a deep dive into the grand historic mansions of Newport, Rhode Island. Exploring opulent holiday homes built during America's Gilded Age of the late 1800s and early 1900s, it also documents the lifestyles of some of America's wealthiest families. Full color photography captures exterior facades, oceanfront lawns, interior views of grand ballrooms, ornate dining rooms, and European furnishings. The architectural heritage of Newport represents a diverse picture of American building from simple clapboard houses to religious buildings to the opulence of summer cottages. All presented in this stunning book! Newport Houses by Jane Mulvagh and Mark A. Weber (1989) First Edition 11.25" 229 pages Hard cloth cover Free shipping Vintage items have a past life and due to their age, imperfections should be expected. We do our best to accurately describe each piece and only select items we would put in our own homes. Read full Vintage Disclaimer HERE.