Lambert Castle

This castle was built in 1892 on the rolling hills at the foot of the steep

cliffs of Garret Mountain in the Clifton/Paterson New Jersey area. It was

built by its owner Catholina Lambert. He was a silk manufacturer from

England who did very well here from the years 1858 to just prior to

WW1. It is said he had this built because as boy he would walk past

these type of castles in England and it was time he had one of his own.

Comments, ratings and critiques are always welcome. Viewing larger is

also recommended. Thanks for your time.

I love the photo and the story, shame I didn't get to see this on my last trip to New Jersey, it really is a magnificent structure. I think it suits the B & W conversion too! And it would be a perfect subject for HDR if you ever fancy giving it a try.

Nice work Holger!

Best Regards

Alf

Thank you Alf, it's always good to here from you. I'll keep in mind what you said about HDR.

very good light and bw.tones here...congrats

a well chosen, composition... an interesting back-story... i would never have imagined such places existed in NJ as you have shown us with your recent captures... nice work, Holger!

A beautiful shot with very nice details, Holger!

Outstanding place and so well exposed, the details are so well gained and the b/w with such contrast ad tone adds a great impact to this fine composition.

Thank you my friend for sharing it and wishing you all of the best. 

Very nice capture , beautiful composition and light , good tons .................... Best regards.

I like this photo quite a bit. I especially like the perspective you obtained. Black and white is the perfect choice here. Next time I cross the Hudson into NJ, I'll have to look for this.

Holger, the low angle from which you shot this and the closeness of the framing really enhance it's grandeur. The detail and the B/W treatment are great. 

The house is great looking, something between a castle and luxury house!

PDE

So beautiful castle, excellent details and b&w, I love it.

Cheers.

Magnificent presentation of this beautiful and strong building, with very suitable b/w conversion. Your choice of the best angle to depict its grandeur and 3D appearance augmented the power of it. Bravo.

Hamid.

Holger,

  Thanks for the history on this image.  Beautiful b/w image with amazing details.  Take care, Patsy

Perfect conversion to BW for such an interesting building,great detail,very nice work Holger

Nice and detailed castle. Like the clarity, sharpness and the light. All the best. Regards.

Thank you all very much for looking and commenting on this image. 

H

Beautifull castle and very well composed shot. I love the B/W tones. Regards

Great b/w tones and beautiful composition ,best regards .

Hi dear Holger,

This is a great b&w shot with fine view point and beautiful details!

Best regards(Bobby).

Hi Holger. I really like your chosen viewpoint in this shot, it definitely adds to the feeling of majesty this building envokes.

Nice job

All my best,  Bill

good angle to catch this castle.

Like the stone texture!