The Breakers, Queen Anne style mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, US.
The Breakers features limestone walls, multiple gabled roofs, round towers, and wrap-around porches positioned on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Built in 1878 by architects Peabody and Stearns, The Breakers represented the rise of American industrial wealth during the late nineteenth century Gilded Age.
The mansion displays the luxurious lifestyle of the Vanderbilt family through its grand staircases, ornate woodwork, and elaborate plaster ceiling decorations.
Visitors can access guided tours of the mansion's rooms and gardens through the Preservation Society of Newport County throughout the year.
The interior spaces incorporate red brick contrasted with light stone elements, creating a notable example of American Queen Anne architectural principles.
Inception: 1878
Architects: Peabody and Stearns
Architectural style: Queen Anne style architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.46970,-71.29860
Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:56
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