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Face on the Barroom Floor, Teller House Bar, Colorado, USA
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Face on the Barroom Floor, Teller House Bar, Colorado, USA
The Face on the Barroom Floor is a painting on the floor of the Teller House Bar in Central City, Colorado, United States. It was painted in 1936 by Herndon Davis. Date: circa 1936
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Antoine Colorado Cotter Davis Edna Floor Hugh Juanita Poem Teller 1936 Barroom
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The Face on the Barroom Floor" is a captivating and enigmatic work of art that graces the old Teller House Bar in Central City, Colorado, USA. Painted in 1936 by the renowned American artist Herndon Davis, this unique portrait is not your typical painting hung on a wall. Instead, it is a stunning and intricate image that covers the entire floor of the bar, inviting patrons to walk upon it. The painting depicts the face of a woman, with her eyes closed and a serene expression on her face. She is dressed in the fashion of the 1930s, with a long, flowing gown and her hair styled in soft curls. The woman is identified as Juanita, the wife of the bar's owner, Hugh Antoine, and is said to be based on a poem by Edna Ferber called "The Face on the Barroom Floor." The painting's creation is a fascinating story in itself. Herndon Davis, a well-known illustrator and muralist, was commissioned by Antoine to create a work of art for the Teller House Bar. Davis was inspired by the poem and decided to create a large-scale painting on the floor of the bar, which would become a permanent fixture and a major attraction for visitors. The painting's intricate details and vibrant colors have captivated generations of patrons, who have marveled at the artistry and the unique experience of walking on a work of art. The Teller House Bar and "The Face on the Barroom Floor" have become iconic symbols of Central City's rich history and artistic heritage, drawing visitors from all over the country to this small town in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Today, the painting remains a beloved and cherished part of the Teller House Bar, continuing to inspire and delight visitors with its beauty and mystery. The story of "The Face on the Barroom Floor" is a testament to the power of art to transport us to another time and place, and to leave a lasting impression on our hearts and minds.
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