Examples of wrought-iron decoration on Lancaster buildings [photos] | | lancasteronline.com

Lancaster architect C. Emlen Urban was a proponent of wrought iron being used as an “art form,” and used it on his public and private buildings. Decorative uses of wrought iron include hand-wrought fleurs-de-lis, strap hinges, gates, railings, fences, window grills, fireplace screens, light fixtures and door knockers. Here are some examples of wrought-iron decoration you'll see around Lancaster.

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