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by Skip Willits
$27.00
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Our throw pillows are made from 100% spun polyester poplin fabric and add a stylish statement to any room. Pillows are available in sizes from 14" x 14" up to 26" x 26". Each pillow is printed on both sides (same image) and includes a concealed zipper and removable insert (if selected) for easy cleaning.
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THE CAPE HENRY LIGHTHOUSES... more
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2 - 3 business days
THE CAPE HENRY LIGHTHOUSES
Chesapeake Bay & Atlantic Ocean
Fort Story, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Capes Henry and Charles in Virginia at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay were named after the two sons of King James of England. The first lighthouse on the Chesapeake Bay was erected on Cape Henry in 1792 at a cost of $15,200, most likely an outrageous sum for that time. The sandstone tower is 90 feet tall and a local man, Laban Gossigan, became the first keeper.
The Virginia Governor offered President Washington assistance in erecting a tower at the current site. It seems that a certain amount of materials were placed at that location by the state and they would be available for the construction by the Federal government. Blowing and shifting sands had buried the building materials and they had to be replaced. The contract to build the tower was signed by Alexander Hamilton and awarded to an New York brick layer, John McComb, Jr.
During the Civil...
I am a professional photographer specializing in lighthouse, maritime, nature and urban photography. I've been published in many national books and magazines, and am the publisher and co-publisher of numerous lighthouse and wildlife posters. I have led a number of tours for the Smithsonian Institution and produced multimedia slide shows for them and others. I have visited and photographed two thirds of all the lighthouses on the east coast, and probably have the image of your favorite. Just ask! I have also written a number of articles published by regional magazines in both Maryland and New Jersey. I sell and lease images to publishers. I have wall art appropriate for both the wholesale and retail levels. I welcome any and...
$27.00
Skip Willits
Appreciate it Ben.
Ben Prepelka
Great capture of the old and the new! Congrats!
Skip Willits
Many thanks to my Berlin, Germany buyer.
Skip Willits
Many thanks to my card buyer from Emerson NJ.
Skip Willits
Thanks Sunil.
Sunil Kapadia
Revisiting this amazing composition. L/F
Skip Willits
Thanks Tsc.
Tsc Channa
Wow what a solid building . A wonderful capture Skip . Love the way those silhouettes compliment the lighthouses . L/F
Skip Willits
Thanks Marian.
Marian Voicu
Magnificent!! L/F
Skip Willits
Thanks Sunil
Sunil Kapadia
Marvelous composition and details. LF
Skip Willits
Thanks Cindy.
Cindy Treger
Skip, congrats on the sale of this stunning image. f/l
Skip Willits
Many thanks to my multiple buyer from Austin, TX.
Skip Willits
Thanks Janice.
Skip Willits
Thank you Fiona and Sonali.
Sonali Gangane
Congratulations on your wonderful sale!
Fiona Kennard
Wonderful...........Congrats on your sale, Skip!
Skip Willits
Thank you Andrea.
Skip Willits
Many thanks to my Harrisonburg, VA buyer.
Andrea Anderegg
Congrats on your sale. Beautiful!