Antique Artisan Made Primitive Log Cabin from Virginia's Eastern Shore Fabulous Folk Art Appeal
I am envisioning a peaceful and cozy Christmas in an old Log Cabin far away in the woods. The snow is gently falling and the cabin is warm from the fire that will cook a wonderful holiday meal. The stockings are hung, the fresh cut tree is decorated and the soft glow of candles cast shadows throughout this humble dwelling. Even though this cabin is diminutive in size, these fond memories of enchantment lure me into a captivating scene on Christmas Eve! This piece found on Virginia's Eastern Shore is "ever so fabulous" and the construction is very detailed and intensive. Each log has interlocking double notched joints or cog joints as was the term used in Britain. The gabled roof was fashioned from old crates that still boast the advertising for the product it once held. The surface wear on the roof is consistent with age and wonderful! Dry attic finish is non existent and the rich nutmeg and sorrel brown tones are indeed favorable. There are small nails present on the outside to secure