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This is the second Lytch Gate that I've seen in Victoria since I started taking afternoon exercise walks.

At least, I at first assumed it was a Lytch Gate. But looking at the construction - the posts and beams that seem to be of natural tree trunks rather than machined wood - I've begun to wonder if the owners didn't intend a Lytch Gate, but a Japanese-style roofed gate? Whichever they had in mind, I like it.

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That would certainly not be out of place in a Japanese Garden with a little alteration
This is my own effort :)
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Herb thats a very nice gate it reminds me of the entrance to a little country church. But it could certainly become Japanese style with a lttle touch here and there.
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Hi,
Very nice and as you say would not look out of place in a Japanese garden, I also like yours Sam you have done a good job their.
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