Execution Rocks Lighthouse
by Susan Herbst
Title
Execution Rocks Lighthouse
Artist
Susan Herbst
Medium
Painting - Watercolor
Description
Execution Rocks Lighthouse is located in Long Island Sound, just off Port Washington and Manhasset, NY. Built in 1849, this island on which this lighthouse sits got its name from the historically dangerous shipping area created by the rocks' exposure during low tides. It might also have gotten its name from rumors that the British strapped prisoners to the rocks at low tide so that they would drown as the tide rose.
The lighthouse is presently privately owned and tours are available. This watercolor was painted from photos I took on one of the very first public tours of the site.
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March 11th, 2017
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