An Overlock House

James Overlock was one of the most prolific builders of houses in Thomaston between 1840 and 1855, creating homes with a distinctive Italianate appearance. Many featured well-sheltered side entrances that helped keep heat trapped in the house. Although the sizes and shapes of his houses varied, their basic lines and porch details made his work recognizable, especially the exceptionally large brackets on the porches and favored variations of artistically curved design. This house was built in 1854 and was owned by Captain E. S. Counce, who eventually sold it to Ames Walker, one of Thomaston's many shipbuilders.

Thomaston, Maine · United States