The Fischer House is a historic
mansion
A mansion is a large dwelling house. The word itself derives through Old French from the Latin word ''mansio'' "dwelling", an abstract noun derived from the verb ''manere'' "to dwell". The English word '' manse'' originally defined a property l ...
in downtown
Austin, Texas, United States, completed in 1882. Its builder, Joseph Fischer, was a prominent mason in Austin at the time, and its bold high
Victorian era,
Italianate architecture and ornamentation reflect his family's skill in the trade. The home was the Fischer family's residence and office, and remained in the family until its sale in 1938.
The home is located at 1008 West Avenue. It was listed on the
National Register of Historic Places on December 16, 1982.
[ The house was listed as a City of Austin Historic Landmark in 1978 as the Burlage-Fischer House.]
References
National Register of Historic Places in Austin, Texas
Houses in Austin, Texas
Italianate architecture in Texas
Houses completed in 1882
Houses on the National Register of Historic Places in Texas
Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks
City of Austin Historic Landmarks
Greek Revival houses in Texas
External links
Texas Historical Commission listing - Atlas Number 2082001741
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