Belvedere-C

When Fire Island, New York is covered with fog, Belvedere appears to be rising out of the waters of the Great South Bay. This baroque guest house is the creation of John Eberhardt, scenic artist, master of trompe I'oeil, and self-taught architect and carpenter. Begun in 1957, Belvedere has grown from a few rooms into a labyrinth of artistic exuberance and high camp. His vision is of an endless creation. Now, Damron celebrates Eberhardt's life's work in lush, photographic detail with its release of Belvedere. This handsome book is filled with full-color images that take the reader on a private tour of Fire Island's legendary home.