A popular theme with artists, the shack was originally built circa 1884-85, according to L.M. Vincent in In Search of Motif No. 1: The History of a Fish Shack. Today's Motif (or ?Motive,? as the locals call it) is actually a replica. It was rebuilt by Rockport after the Blizzard of '78 destroyed the first one.
Purchase without a stand for hanging on the Christmas tree or add a stand for year round display.
The AmeriScape ornament is our signature creation. Each wonderfully detailed ornament is individually handcast and hand-painted by Hestia's dedicated artisans, and can truly be considered a work of art. They are 3 1/2" in diameter, made of bonded marble dust, and weigh approximately 3 ounces.