August 9, 2011

Photo du Jour - Elegant

Old Door

This elegant old French door has an air of tropical decay about it.
Reminds me a bit of New Orleans.


Submitted to The Creative Exchange, hosted by Lisa Gordon.


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20 comments:

Diane said...

Love these old doors but I always wonder what is behind them. Diane

Matteo Taffuri said...

Molto affascinante!
have a nicce day
ciao
Matteo

Genie -- Paris and Beyond said...

Living so near to New Orleans, I might agree with you. Those colors are so perfectly French and the aging or gentle decay contributes to the beauty of this door and your photo. Love this one.

Bises,
Genie

urban muser said...

what a pretty doorway. love it!

Unknown said...

Absolutely gorgeous! you would never find a door like that where I live!

Sam Hoffer / My Carolina Kitchen said...

What a lovely old door. A shame they've let it deteriorate.
Sam

Murissa said...

Nice image. It really calls to mind the shared architecture of New Orleans.

The Wanderfull Traveler

genie said...

it also reminds me of south Florida where I grew up. It is a beautiful door and against the stucco makes for a lovely photo. Nice capture. Genie

Figs, Bay, Wine said...

Sort of plantation-chic. Old Cuba. What am I talking about? I have no idea. But I love it : )

Reena said...

Perfect! Love photos of old doors ...

Justine said...

love your shot and love your blog, how lucky you are to live in France!

Lisa Gordon said...

What a beautiful photograph this is. There is just something about old doors, and this one is so wonderfully colorful.

Thank you so much for sharing this at The Creative Exchange.

Have a wonderful evening!

lisa.

Jennifer said...

Diane
Moi aussi! I never see anyone in this house or its garden. Maybe they only come here in the summer? I would love to know its story.

Matteo
Merci! Glad you like the photo.

Genie
The worn paint and that pale pink color remind me of the fading beauty of many New Orleans homes.

urban muser
Thanks!

Jennifer said...

Barb
I think it is gorgeous, too!

Sam
The entire house has a gently aging quality, as do many homes here. I think it often adds to their charm. :)

Murissa
Also, the house has this amazing front garden that definitely feels like the Garden District.

Genie
How interesting! Where in Florida?

Jennifer said...

Figs
I know exactly what you mean. :)

missing moments
Me too. I'm kind of obsessed...

justine
I feel very fortunate to live in France. It is a beautiful place!
I'm very happy to have found your blog and your photos. You have an amazing eye.

lisa
Thanks for stopping by to comment and thank you for hosting the event. I love it!

Pat said...

What a charming entry! The blue color, the carved pediment and the wrought iron work above are all lovely!

SEO Company Los Angeles said...

What a great photograph. It makes me think of France in the spring. Beautiful!
-Karen

Jennifer said...

Pat
This door totally captured my heart. Glad you enjoyed it as well.

LA
Merci!

Betty Carlson said...

It reminds me a bit of the decay on our house, except it is only 11 years old and, as you know, not nearly as charming!

Jennifer said...

Betty
:)
I don't remember your house showing signs of decay.
Hope you're enjoying your weekend!