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The unique design of the
Artist Studio features a two-story peaked
roof structure on the south and north, with
two one-story galleries and an arched
walkway in between. Located on the grounds
north of the mansion, the limestone exterior
with red clay tile roof matches the other
original buildings on the estate, and is
highlighted by an unusual vertical sundial
on the south exterior wall.
Marland originally had
the Artist Studio built for Jo Davidson,
sculptor of the three Marland family
statues. In the south building, the immense
front room of the studio has a large
skylight, creating a perfect working area
for the artist. Timbers from one of Marland's
first oil well derricks form the vaulted
ceiling and balcony.
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On the south exterior wall of the Artist Studio is an unusual
vertical sundial. Originally, a peg in the sun’s mouth cast the
shadow that told the time. |
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