Faþade Collection

The Old Curiosity Shop, London, England, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Old Curiosity Shop, London, England, c1930s. The Old Curiosity Shop built in 1567 on Portsmouth Street, Holborn was inspiration for Charles Dickenss novel of the same name

Illumination of National Palace on Evening of Independence Day Celebration, Mexico City, c1930s. Mexican Independence Day on 16th September at the National Palace in Plaza de la Constitucion

In Historic Old New Orleans, La. - Jackson Square, the Site of Bienvilles Place
In Historic Old New Orleans, La. - Jackson Square, the Site of Bienvilles " Place d Armes". c1930s. St Louis Cathedral in historic Jackson Park in the French Quarter of New Orleans with

West Virginias Magnificent State Capitol in Charleston, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
West Virginias Magnificent State Capitol in Charleston, c1930s. The Colonial revival West Virginia State Capitol in Charleston, West Virginia was built 1924-1932 and designed by Cass Gilbert

Liberty Square with Parliament House, Budapest, Hungary, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Liberty Square with Parliament House, Budapest, Hungary, c1930s. The Hungarian Parliament Building designed by Imre Steindl in neo-Gothic style and opened in 1902

The Post Office and Curb Flower Market, Adderley Street, Cape Town, South Africa, c1930s. Main street of the central business district (downtown) of Cape Town. From " Tour of the World"

Guild House on the Grande Place, Antwerp, Belgium, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Guild House on the Grande Place, Antwerp, Belgium, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

York Minster, York, England, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
York Minster, York, England, c1930s. The western towers at Grade I listed York Minster were added between 1433 and 1472. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa

The Dazzling Dome of the Capitol on a Rainy Night, Washington D. C. c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Dazzling Dome of the Capitol on a Rainy Night, Washington D.C. c1930s. The Capitol Building at Capitol Hill on the National Mall was built in neoclassical style and completed in 1800

Scenes in Chicago, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Scenes in Chicago, 1874. Entrance to Chicago River; Chicago river from Madison Street bridge; On Wabash Avenue; Michigan Avenue; Portico of the Board of Trade, Illinois, USA

Scenes in Chicago, 1874. Creator: John J. Harley
Scenes in Chicago, 1874. Chicago River; Jefferson Park; Madison Street; Chicago river from Clark Street Bridge; West Side from Lake Street Bridge, Illinois, USA

Parliament Buildings and West Block with McKenzie Tower. Ottawa, Canada. c1930s
Parliament Buildings and West Block, McKenzie Tower form New Main Bldg. Ottawa, Ont. Canada. c1930s. Victorian Gothic West Block on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa

Faneuil Hall, Looking W. from Quincy Market to Beacon Hill, Boston, Mass. c1930s. Georgian marketplace and meeting hall near the waterfront in Boston, Massachusetts opened in 1743

Home of a Famous Pianist, Paderewski Villa, Warsawa (Warsaw), Poland, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Home of a Famous Pianist, Paderewski Villa, Warsawa (Warsaw), Poland, c1930s. Former villa of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, virtuoso pianist, composer and politician. From " Tour of the World"

Old Town Square and Teyn Church, Praha, Czechoslovakia, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Old Town Square and Teyn Church, Praha, Czechoslovakia, c1930s. 14th century Gothic church of Church of Our Lady before Tyn in the Old Town of Prague. From " Tour of the World"

The Taj Majal, Agra, India, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Taj Majal, Agra, India, c1930s. Mausoleum in Agra commissioned in 1632 by Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983

The Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, Palestine, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, Palestine, c1930s. Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Christian Quarter of Old City Jerusalem, From " Tour of the World"

In the U. S. S. R. a Land of Many Races and Many Languages - the New Workers Club in Moskva
In the U.S.S.R. a Land of Many Races and Many Languages - the New Workers Club in Moskva (Moscow), c1930s. Rusakov Workers Club, an constructivist auditorium designed by Konstantin Melnikov

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"Exploring the Façades of Time: Captivating Architecture from Around the World" Step into a bygone era at The Old Curiosity Shop in London, England, where its enchanting façade tells tales of mystery and intrigue. (c1930s) Witness the breathtaking illumination of Mexico City's National Palace on the evening of Independence Day, as its façade comes alive with vibrant colors and celebration. (c1930s) Immerse yourself in the historic charm of New Orleans' Jackson Square, where Bienville's Place once stood, and admire the timeless beauty of its architectural façade. Marvel at West Virginia's magnificent State Capitol building in Charleston, an architectural masterpiece whose grandiose façade stands as a symbol of pride for its people. (c1930s) Liberty Square in Budapest, Hungary invites you to behold its majestic Parliament House and be captivated by their awe-inspiring facades that exude power and history. (c1930s) Journey to Antwerp, Belgium and discover Guild House on Grande Place - an architectural gem whose intricate facade showcases centuries-old craftsmanship and elegance. (c1930s) York Minster in England beckons visitors with its towering presence and stunning Gothic façade that transports them back through time to witness centuries of history unfold before their eyes. (c1930s) Rainy nights become magical when gazing upon Washington D. C. 's Capitol Dome illuminated against dark skies—a captivating sight that reveals both strength and resilience amidst nature's elements. (c1930s) Travel back to 1874 Chicago through James H. Richardson’s lens capturing scenes that showcase a city evolving beneath ever-changing facades. John J. Harley takes us further into 1874 Chicago with his photographs revealing how different facades shape our perception of urban life and its vibrant energy.