Swan Boats in Boston Public Garden by Joann Vitali (2014)

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Description Back in the 1870's a man named Robert Paget was granted a boat for hire license by the city of Boston. Rowing a boat in the lagoon of the Public Garden was a popular activity among Boston residents. In 1877, Robert and others introduced a new kind of boat to the waters of the lagoon. With the popularity of the bicycle expanding, he developed a catamaran which housed a paddle wheel arrangement that was foot-propelled. To cover the captain, Robert suggested a swan. To this day, the Swan Boats in the lagoon are run b

Joann Vitali, Boston Metro Area
Member Since April 2015
Artist Statement I specialize in Fine Art Wall Decor for Home, Business and the Hospitality Industry. Fine Art Photography that brings you the essence and spirit of Boston and it's eclectic neighborhoods, as well as the flavors of all things New England, into your home & heart.

My most recent accomplishment has been receiving the 2015 Best of Houzz Award.
It was an honor being chosen by the more than 25 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than 500,000 active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.

You can view a series of my works hanging in the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Westborough, I've been published numerous times in and on the cover of Bella Online Magazine, as well as being published in Forbes Online Magazine.