Historically, a Texas ranch home provided comfort and shelter from the elements in a sometimes harsh and inhospitable land. The home itself was most likely constructed of stone and native materials, such as rough-hewn lumber and found objects, then enhanced and refined by items brought by train from the East Coast. Furnishings included a mix of treasured family pieces and hand-crafted items born of a specific need. These homes provided refuge and were gathering places not only for the families who lived in them, bu...
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