Even in a stately part of Philadelphia there’s room for a bit of whimsy. Yet, in keeping with the row houses around it, the details provide just enough counterpoint to even things out.
Our weekly doorman for Thursday Doors is Norman the Doorman, although not the “Norman the Doorman” of my childhood book. Our Norman certainly isn’t a mouse and he lives in Montreal. But both Normans are cute and personable, so stop by the first for a visit (and links to all the doors) and check out the second at the library (or a summary by clicking the link.)
Door
Either sniffing the air or feeling we’re not good enough to be there
Details
Cute door guardian to keep the rif-raf out 🙂
🙂 And big, too. Not sure how quickly he can move, though.
janet
I really like the door and the details, particularly the narrow sidelights. As for the dog, I’m going to go with sniffing everything that passes by. That’s what our dog does. That one can probably get a whiff of a cheesesteak. In any case, he’s s nice addition to a beautiful entrance.
Didn’t think about the cheesesteak, Dan, but you could be right. All the houses in this area had great details like this, which is part of what made it such slow going. I was always stopping for photos. 🙂
janet
I know how that kind of walking goes. But we appreciate your stopping for photos like these.
I’m fortunate that my family understand my photo walking pace, which is much, much slower than my regular one. 🙂
You’ve got them trained 😏
🙂
Ha Ha … I love the dog 🐕 comment. He does look a bit snooty. Great door 👍😊
Thanks, Issy. As Dan suggested, maybe he’s just sniffing for those Philly cheesesteaks. 🙂
janet
At least with a dog like that there’s no picking up after him 😉
Nice find Janet.
And no bags of dog food!
Great door! Love the glass arch, and the pupper of course! 🙂
I guess it was just doggone good all around, Joey. 🙂
janet
The dog’s great! 🙂 🙂
Definitely unusual, Jo, and so much fun.
janet
Love the stained glass everywhere! And of course the red brick! The latter would be hard to find here – maybe because of the color. The relentless sun here makes red fade out easily.
I do like a good brick building and stained glass is great.
janet
Love Norm’s intro, and this is a GREAT door. It has everything – color, architecture, gingerbread, glass, plants, and a dog. A+ 🙂
Thanks very much, Judy. 🙂 Much appreciated.
janet
The dog makes all the difference, Janet. I love those windows, too.
The dog’s the more unusual, but stained glass is hard to beat.
Hi Janet – so I scrolled the post and in the first photo I was drawn to the dog – and then you gave us a close up and I was so glad – – also liked the window and extras in the details in the triple shot – perfect trio –
and that large door has the most interesting mail slot… hm
I’m glad you enjoyed all of them. I really couldn’t just show the door with the dog and not go closer on the dog and the window.
right on….
I like this.
Thanks. 🙂
janet
I love some of the old buildings in Philadelphia. Thanks for sharing!
There are lots of them there, Tara. Glad you enjoyed these as much as I had fun finding them.
janet
I love the way the light hits the bottom corner of the door. But the dog looks like he’s had some work done. There is a crack around his snout as if it was broken off, then re-glued or somehow repaired. I want this dog.
Maybe another dog bit him. 🙂 Next time I’m in Philly, I’ll see if he wants to move.
janet
Hi Janet,
I came across this unusual picture of a house with outlandish color, doors, and windows – and immediately thought of you. Thought I would share it:
https://uncouthreflections.com/2017/10/09/architecture-and-color-67/
Randy
Wow, that’s quite a set of color, doors, and windows! Thanks, Randy. That was fun.
Wow! Beautiful stained glass and architectural details. The dog just adds to the ambiance! Great find Janet. 🙂 -Amy
Thanks, Amy. I’m glad you enjoyed it as much as I did. 🙂
Delightful door, dog, and details! That poor dog looks like somebody didn’t like his attitude and knocked his snoot off. 😀
It does appear that way, doesn’t it, Marian? 🙂
janet