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Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Prudential Building, Buffalo, N.Y. ca 1900. Creator: William H. Jackson

Prudential Building, Buffalo, N.Y. ca 1900. Creator: William H. Jackson
Prudential Building, Buffalo, N.Y. ca 1900

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Rosenfeld Building: Spandrel Panel, 1881 / 82. Creator: Adler & Sullivan

Rosenfeld Building: Spandrel Panel, 1881 / 82. Creator: Adler & Sullivan
Rosenfeld Building: Spandrel Panel, 1881/82. Decorative ceramic panel from a building in Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Spandrel Panel from the Gage Building, Chicago, Illinois, 1898-1899

Spandrel Panel from the Gage Building, Chicago, Illinois, 1898-1899

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Garrick Theater, Chicago, Illinois, Proscenium Vault Section, 1891-92

Garrick Theater, Chicago, Illinois, Proscenium Vault Section, 1891-92. Painted plaster decoration

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Schlesinger and Mayer Company Store, Chicago, Illinois, Baluster, 1898-1899

Schlesinger and Mayer Company Store, Chicago, Illinois, Baluster, 1898-1899

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Cornice section from the Gage Building, Chicago, Illinois, 1898-99

Cornice section from the Gage Building, Chicago, Illinois, 1898-99

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Landscape with Building (top) and Caricature Head Studies (bottom), 1874

Landscape with Building (top) and Caricature Head Studies (bottom), 1874

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Chicago Stock Exchange Building: Kick Plate from Front Entrance, 1894

Chicago Stock Exchange Building: Kick Plate from Front Entrance, 1894

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Chicago Stock Exchange Trading Room: Reconstruction at the Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago Stock Exchange Trading Room: Reconstruction at the Art Institute of Chicago, 1893/94 (original built) 1972 (original demolished) 1976/77 (reconstructed)

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Auditorium Building: Column Capital and Portion of a Frieze, 1887-89

Auditorium Building: Column Capital and Portion of a Frieze, 1887-89
Auditorium Building, Chicago, Illinois: Column Capital and Portion of a Frieze, 1887-89. Painted wood

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Frieze Section for the Rothschild Building, Chicago, Illinois, 1881

Frieze Section for the Rothschild Building, Chicago, Illinois, 1881

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Chicago Stock Exchange Building, Facade Panel, 1894. Creator: Adler & Sullivan

Chicago Stock Exchange Building, Facade Panel, 1894. Creator: Adler & Sullivan
Chicago Stock Exchange Building, Facade Panel, 1894

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Victor Falkenau House, Chicago, Illinois, Stringcourse Element, 1888-89

Victor Falkenau House, Chicago, Illinois, Stringcourse Element, 1888-89

Background imageSullivan Louis Collection: Spandrel Panel from the Saint Nicholas Hotel, St. Louis, Missouri, 1892 / 93

Spandrel Panel from the Saint Nicholas Hotel, St. Louis, Missouri, 1892 / 93
Spandrel Panel from the Saint Nicholas Hotel, St. Louis, Missouri, 1892/93


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Sullivan Louis: A Master of Architectural Detail Step into the world of Sullivan Louis, an architectural genius whose intricate designs have left an indelible mark on Chicago's skyline. From the Rosenfeld Building to the Gage Building, his work showcases a mastery of spandrel panels that exude elegance and sophistication. One cannot help but marvel at the Proscenium Vault Section in the Garrick Theater, where Sullivan Louis seamlessly blends form and function. The baluster in Schlesinger and Mayer Company Store is another testament to his attention to detail, adding a touch of grandeur to this iconic establishment. The cornice section from the Gage Building stands as a testament to Sullivan Louis' ability to create visually stunning structures that stand the test of time. His Landscape with Building painting reveals his artistic prowess beyond architecture, showcasing his versatility as both an architect and artist. In exploring Sullivan Louis' legacy further, we encounter elements such as kick plates from the front entrance of Chicago Stock Exchange Building and reconstruction efforts in its trading room at Art Institute of Chicago. These pieces demonstrate his commitment to preserving historical landmarks while infusing them with modern touches. The Auditorium Building serves as a prime example of Sullivan Louis' innovation through column capitals and portions of friezes that add depth and character to this architectural masterpiece. Similarly, his frieze section for Rothschild Building exemplifies how he effortlessly combines functionality with aesthetic appeal. As we delve deeper into Sullivan Louis' portfolio, we discover facade panels from Chicago Stock Exchange building created by Adler & Sullivan partnership - a collaboration that produced some truly remarkable works. Lastly, Victor Falkenau House showcases stringcourse elements that highlight Sullivan Louis' ability to harmonize various design components seamlessly, not just an architect; he was an artist who brought life into every structure he touched. His meticulous attention to detail has left us with timeless masterpieces that continue captivating admirers to this day.