This painting titled; "Littleton/Kingen Round Barn" was a long time coming. I grew up in Hancock Co. IN. and saw this Iconic landmark from a distance almost on a daily basis going to and from school and work. Today it is still visible from two miles away in any direction if the corn is not too high.
Built circa 1903 it is the largest circular barn in Indiana towering approximately 100 ft. high (the equivalent of a 7 to 10 story commercial building) and spanning 102ft. in diameter. Located at 500 W. and 600 N. in Hancock Co., McCordsville, IN. just east of Indianapolis.
This 122 year old historical landmark was severely damaged by an F-2 tornado in February of 2023. After the restoration of the barn it was celebrated with a public open house in August of 2024. Thanks to the Indiana Barn Foundation and Firmitas Construction.
Its original use would house livestock and horses on the lower level and store two years worth of hay (up to 400 tons) on the second level (hay mow). Leaving enough room for a team of horses and wagon to unload, circle and exit. Believed to be the only private, covered, two level roundabout in the state. :)
Thanks to Vincent Loveall for the reference photo. The painting image size is 14x21" on Fabriano, 300lb watercolor paper. Limited Edition reproductions are available in two sizes.
Limited Edition prints are now available in two sizes; (14"x 21", same size as the original for $245.00) and (10"x 15" for $125.00).
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HISTORY:
This painting titled; "Littleton/Kingen Round Barn" was a long time coming. I grew up in Hancock Co. IN. and saw this Iconic landmark from a distance almost on a daily basis going to and from school and work. Today it is still visible from two miles away in any direction if the corn is not too high.
Built circa 1903 it is the largest circular barn in Indiana towering approximately 100 ft. high (the equivalent of a 7 to 10 story commercial building) and spanning 102ft. in diameter. Located at 500 W. and 600 N. in Hancock Co., McCordsville, IN. just east of Indianapolis.
This 122 year old historical landmark was severely damaged by an F-2 tornado in February of 2023. After the restoration of the barn it was celebrated with a public open house in August of 2024. Thanks to the Indiana Barn Foundation and Firmitas Construction.
Its original use would house livestock and horses on the lower level and store two years worth of hay (up to 400 tons) on the second level (hay mow). Leaving enough room for a team of horses and wagon to unload, circle and exit. Believed to be the only private, covered, two level roundabout in the state. :)
Thanks to Vincent Loveall for the reference photo. The painting image size is 14x21" on Fabriano, 300lb watercolor paper. Limited Edition reproductions are available in two sizes.
Larry Fentz Fine Art
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