Quote Originally Posted by Mad Aussie View Post
It's a strange looking thing. Lacks the architectural elements I would have expected from that era. Looks too plain. I saw 'interesting' rather than beautiful. Then my wife walked up behind me and said "That's pretty!" So maybe it's me?

I do like that 1st photo for it's composition, exposure and the overall pleasing scene.
MA - maybe you missed this portion: In the Upper Canada of the 1820s, with simple tools but consummate skill and artistry of the introduction?