Leon Gaspard House facts for kids
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Leon Gaspard House
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Leon Gaspard House
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 Location in New Mexico
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| Location | Raton Rd., Taos, New Mexico |
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| Area | 3.5 acres (1.4 ha) |
| Built | 1860 |
| Architect | Al Yaple |
| Architectural style | Pueblo, Byzantine-Pueblo |
| NRHP reference No. | 79001559 |
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| Added to NRHP | February 23, 1979 |
The Leon Gaspard House is a special building in Taos, New Mexico. It was once the home of a famous Russian artist named Leon Gaspard. He was part of the Taos art colony, a group of artists who lived and worked in the area.
This house is so important that it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. This means it's a historic site worth protecting. Today, the Leon Gaspard House is a private home.
About Leon Gaspard
Leon Gaspard was an artist born in Russia in 1882. He traveled all over the world, painting what he saw. He loved to paint people and scenes from different cultures.
Gaspard moved to Taos, New Mexico, in 1918. He was drawn to the unique light and culture of the American Southwest. He became a well-known member of the Taos art colony.
The House's Style
The Leon Gaspard House was built around 1860. It has a unique architectural style. It combines elements of traditional Pueblo architecture with a style called Byzantine-Pueblo.
Pueblo architecture uses natural materials like adobe. It often features flat roofs and thick walls. This style helps keep homes cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Gallery
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Leon Gaspard House sign
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Leon Gaspard House road along the side of the house
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