The Glass Beehive is a photograph by Her Arts Desire which was uploaded on September 1st, 2013.
The Glass Beehive
If you've ever wanted a close-up look at the lens that sits inside of a lighthouse, this is one to see. California's Pigeon Point Lighthouse, which... more
Title
The Glass Beehive
Artist
Her Arts Desire
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
If you've ever wanted a close-up look at the lens that sits inside of a lighthouse, this is one to see. California's Pigeon Point Lighthouse, which is one of the tallest lighthouses along the California, coast was built in 1871 and this lens, hand-built in the 1860s, made up of 1008 glass prisms, sat inside of the lighthouse until recently when it was removed so that the lighthouse which has begun to deteriorate can undergo repair. This "beehive" of glass prisms weighs over 4 tons and is quite spectacular to behold. Until the restoration of the lighthouse is completed the lens is being housed inside the Fog Signal Building for visitors to be able to see, learn about, and appreciate the magnificence of the design. The restoration of the lighthouse is on hold until the funds can be raised to complete the nearly $11 Million project.
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September 1st, 2013
