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Northern Saving Fund Safe Deposit & Trust Co. 1885-86 (colour lithograph)
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Northern Saving Fund Safe Deposit & Trust Co. 1885-86 (colour lithograph)
5937963 Northern Saving Fund Safe Deposit & Trust Co. 1885-86 (colour lithograph) by American School, (19th century); 12.6x11.4 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Depicts a two-story granite building built in 1872-73. This historic building was designed in the neo grec style by the notable architectural firm of Furness & Hewitt. Additions were made to the original structure in 1888 and 1903.
One of thirty-nine litho views of financial institutions from the borders of an 1886 map, Philadelphia in 1886, published by Burk & McFetridge.
From a scrapbook compiled by Castner, Samuel, Jr. 1843-1929); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22763888
© Free Library of Philadelphia Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the Northern Saving Fund Safe Deposit & Trust Co. in all its grandeur. The two-story granite building, constructed in 1872-73, stands as a testament to the architectural brilliance of the neo grec style. Designed by the renowned firm Furness & Hewitt, this historic structure underwent expansions in 1888 and 1903. Part of a collection featuring thirty-nine litho views of financial institutions from an 1886 map called "Philadelphia in 1886" this print offers a glimpse into Philadelphia's bustling urban landscape during that era. Preserved within Samuel Castner Jr. 's scrapbook, this artwork is now housed at the Free Library of Philadelphia's Print and Picture Collection. The image transports us back to America's Gilded Age, when finance and banking played pivotal roles in shaping society. The Northern Saving Fund Safe Deposit & Trust Co. , with its neoclassical architecture and imposing presence on a street corner, symbolizes prosperity and stability. As we admire this piece, we can't help but marvel at its intricate details—the rusticated facade exuding elegance while reflecting the city's rich history. This print serves as a reminder of how architecture can transcend time and capture our imagination through its grandiose design.
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