Grinnell Road Bridge

Grinnell Road Bridge

$215.00

Grinnell Road Bridge

Covered bridges were built in the 19th century to shield wooden structures from the elements, enhancing their durability. While the U.S. once had over 10,000, fewer than 1,000 remain today.

The Grinnell Road Bridge, initially the Cemetery Road Bridge, was built in 1886 and relocated in 1975 to span Yellow Springs Creek in Ohio’s Glen Helen Nature Preserve.

Artist P. Buckley Moss’s 1997 print depicts this bridge in a tranquil winter scene, featuring a vintage truck crossing it. This element may highlight the bridge’s connection between past and present, emphasizing its historical significance and the timelessness of rural American life.

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Grinnell Road Bridge

Covered bridges emerged in the early 19th century in the United States, designed to protect wooden structural elements from weathering, thereby extending their lifespan. At their peak, over 10,000 covered bridges dotted the American landscape; today, fewer than 1,000 remain, cherished for their historical and architectural significance.

The Grinnell Road Bridge, originally known as the Cemetery Road Bridge, was constructed in 1886 near Anderson Fork in Greene County, Ohio. In 1975, it was relocated to its current position over Yellow Springs Creek beside Grinnell Road within the Glen Helen Nature Preserve. This move aimed to preserve the bridge and integrate it into the natural beauty of the preserve.

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In her 1997 limited edition print, artist P. Buckley Moss captures the Grinnell Road Bridge amidst a serene winter landscape. The inclusion of a vintage truck traversing the bridge adds a narrative element, suggesting a journey through time. This choice may symbolize the bridge’s role as a conduit between eras, blending historical architecture with the enduring spirit of rural life. Moss’s portrayal invites viewers to reflect on the passage of time and the preservation of history within the American countryside.

1997

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Image Size: 4-3/4 x 13-3/8 inches. Paper Size: 6-3/4 x 15-3/8 inches.

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P. Buckley Moss
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Lithograph, Limited Edition, Numbered Edition, Rare, Artist Proof
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Location

Yellow Springs, Ohio
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Aqua, Ash Gray, Black, Charcoal Grey, Dove Gray, Dusty Blue, Peach, Pearl White, Sea Foam Green
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