Decorative Board-Up (Flowers)
unknown artist
before 2014 CE
applied decoration
paint on board
before 2014 CE
applied decoration
paint on board
Decorative board-ups attempt to conceal boards under illusionistic and aesthetically-pleasing representations of flowers, curtains or other window-like features, such as muntins. The aim of the concealment is to deter break-ins and attract positive attention to vacant buildings.