613 Oxford--French influence

c. 1854, this Second Empire Victorian house elegantly displays its French influence with decorative shingles on a concave third-story mansard roof, a style popularized by 17th century architect Francois Mansart. The house also boasts a full width porch complete with decorative brackets and tall first floor windows typical of the style. An offset two-story bay window on the left side of the house with 1st and 2nd story cornices was added after the Civil War. A wine cellar and servants' quarters were also added to the back of the house at one point.