Louisville was named for King Louis XVI when settled in 1778, in recognition of France's help during the Revolutionary War . The city also took Louis' lily flower symbol, the fleur-de-lis. Even today it still remains our most loved symbol as on this fence in historic Old Louisville:
Or on a plaque in a garden in the historic district:
Now to see more Friday Fences, or add your own, go to our host Janis' site at Life According to Jan and Jer .
The black iron fences are very elegant but I'm more fond of those painted vine covered fences in the last shot! Lots of charm in that little garden.
ReplyDeleteThe iron fence is beautiful, lovely pictures.
ReplyDeleteLove your perspective on the first shot Faye...the fence is beautiful!
ReplyDeletereally pretty fence! gonna have to share this post with a pal in louisiana. :)
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with Carletta. The iron fences are pretty but my favorites are the wooden fences covered with vines.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous ornamental fence! I like the intricate work!
ReplyDeleteglad you gave us some close-ups. decorative fences. so fun!
ReplyDeletefinally getting around to commenting on this FF ... away for an anniversary trip. big hugs. (:
I love the iron fences as I do not see that many only the farmers type in my part of life land .
ReplyDeleteSo I am to differ with Brian. Sorry Brian.
To me the iron rods are classy.
I love these iron fences.
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