cross and star
 

 Barn decoration dates back to the 18th century, originating from folk art passed from German and Swiss immigrant.   The Amish painted hex signs on barns to bring good luck or to protect the property and livestock.  Or perhaps the farmer needed cash and allowed a company like Red Man tobacco to put up advertising on the side of the barn.   A more contemporary form of barn design is the use of painted quilts; Brownfield touts a quilt trail. In this part of the country, barn decoration usually follows either a patriotic or religious theme.  American and Texas flags abound.  Other farmers, like this one outside Olton, display symbols of their faith.

 

FM 168

Lamb County, Texas

2.15.2014