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A stately residence surrouned by a brick and wrought iron fence, the Orlando Brice house is the city's most significant example of Georgian Revival architecture. Although a formulaic version of the style, the residence is a tasteful and well-proportioned reflection of the early twentieth century adaptation of traditional styles to modern living. The dwelling, located on the east bank of the Chippewa River in one of the city's finest residential sections, is among the few distinguished illustrations of revival design (other exmaples are included in the Third Ward Historic District and another residence is the Tudor Revival home of James Barber, 132 Marston Avenue, 2P/18) included in the city's architectural inventory.
Orlando G. Brice was the treasurer and general manager of the Wisconsin Refrigerator Company, an Eau Claire firm which was noted for its production of the "Wisconsin Peerless" refrigerator. Brice and his family resided in the house until c. 1934. At that time Herman Derge purchased the home which is presently owned by Charles Lewis.
ALSO LISTED IN THIRD WARD HISTORIC DISTRICT (EXPANSION)
2016- "This stately residence is the most significant example of this style of architectrue in Eau Claire. Three pedimented dormers project from the sloping roof surface and encompass rounded windows. A semi-circular Doric portico identifies the main entrance.
Orlando G. Brice was the treasurer and general manager of the Wisconsin Refrigerator Company, an Eau Claire firm noted for its production of the "Wisconsin Peerless" refrigerator. Brice and his family resided in the house until 1934."
-"Eau Claire Landmarks: Designated Historic Properties in Eau Claire, Wisconsin", Eau Claire Landmarks Commission, P.O. Box 5148, 2016.
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