Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Thomasson

Waxhaw, NC  2021

A "Thomasson" refers to a useless or relic piece of architecture  that has lost its purpose, but is still maintained. They can be considered as works or art.  I think the second story door would qualify.  I doubt it has a purpose now, but it is maintained.  I'll let others decide if it's a piece or art.  The name comes from Gary Thomasson, a ballplayer signed by the Japanese Yomiuri Giants for a record breaking sum of money and played his last two years there, mostly sitting on the bench.

 

1 comment:

  1. I know a photographer who actively collects "Thomasson" images, and second or third story doors with no stairs is a perfect example. That first step out the door is long and must come as a surprise.

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