The ferociously-protected entrance of Freame Mount, County Monaghan. This charming red-brick house dates from 1772 when built by Charles Mayne, agent for the nearby Dawson estate at Dartrey: its name derives from Philadelphia Freame, granddaughter of William Penn and second wife of Thomas Dawson, first Lord Dartrey. A flight of steps leads to the cut limestone tripartite door, the latter’s proportions somewhat too short so that more space than is customary has been given to the gothick fanlight.
Mr D’arcy looking handsome.
This wonderful photograph has brightened a dark rainy February day in New York for several of us.
Does Mr. (Ms.?) Ferocity have a name?
Thanks for getting in touch: I’ll have to ask for a name next time I call to the house. Meanwhile, take comfort: it’s pretty dark and rainy here in Ireland too…
The ferocious animal relaxing on
the front steps is caller “Darcy”, he sits there all day hoping someone will call to the house and play with him.
Thank you for this information: I was suitably intimidated by my encounter with Mr Darcy…