D.E. Frantz House, Victorian residence in Aspen, United States
Description
The D.E. Frantz House is a one-and-three-quarter-story wood frame building set on a peachblow sandstone foundation in Aspen, Colorado. It displays Queen Anne-style features with decorative details and distinctive architectural elements typical of the period.
History
The residence was built in the 1880s for a lumber merchant during Aspen's economic boom. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1987, gaining formal recognition for its historical value.
Culture
The house reflects how wealthy merchants lived during Aspen's early boom years and the building styles they favored. Queen Anne details like curved forms and ornamental trim show the prosperity that the lumber trade brought to the region.
Practical
The residence is located at the corner of West Bleeker and North Third Street, making it easy to find from the street. Since this is a private home, visitors can only view and photograph the exterior from public areas.
Did you know?
The building still has its original oriel window, making it the only Victorian house in Aspen to keep this feature intact. This architectural detail reflects the craftsmanship of the era and stands apart from later renovations done elsewhere.
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