West Virginia Governor’s Residence
West Virginia Governor’s Residence
John Canning & Co. collaborated with Governor and Mrs. Manchin to create new designs and scenic paintings for the Drawing Room, State Dining Room, and Library at the West Virginia Governor’s residence.
PROJECT DETAILS
John Canning & Co. designed a new series of murals for the State Dining room, which are based on significant events in the State’s history, important locations, buildings, and unique landscapes within the State.
John Canning & Co. also provided new “period” decorative treatments for the Library.
GALLERY
BUILDING FACTS
- Location: Charleston, WV
- Built: 1925
- Architect: Walter Martens
- Style: Georgian Revival
- Status: National Historic Landmark
SCOPE
- Historic Paint Analysis
- Color Matching
- Commissioned Scenic Murals
- Decorative Painting & Finishes
- Trompe L’oeil
- Architectural Gilding & Glazing
