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BIRCH: PHILADELPHIA, 1800. An unfinished house in Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. Line engraving by William Birch & Son, 1800. The mansion, which became known as Morris Folly, was designed by Pierre Charles l Enfant for Robert Morris, but left unfinished when the owners fortunes declined. It was demolished in 1800
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BIRCH: PHILADELPHIA, 1800. An unfinished house in Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. Line engraving by William Birch & Son, 1800. The mansion, which became known as Morris Folly, was designed by Pierre Charles l Enfant for Robert Morris, but left unfinished when the owners fortunes declined. It was demolished in 1800
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BIRCH - PHILADELPHIA, 1800. An Unfinished Glimpse into the Past
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. This print takes us back to Philadelphia in the year 1800, showcasing an unfinished house on Chestnut Street. The line engraving by William Birch & Son beautifully captures the essence of this once grand mansion, which came to be known as Morris Folly. Designed by Pierre Charles l Enfant for Robert Morris, a prominent figure of his time, this architectural masterpiece was unfortunately left incomplete due to a decline in its owner's fortunes. Despite its untimely demise and subsequent demolition later that same year, this image serves as a poignant reminder of the dreams and aspirations that were once held within those walls. The scene depicted here offers a glimpse into early American society - where wealth and opulence met with ambition and creativity. From the upper-class residents who would have called it home to the workers diligently constructing its grandeur, every detail tells a story. Intriguingly captured within this frame are glimpses of life beyond just architecture; we see a gardener tending to nature's beauty while a woman gracefully strolls through the grounds with her child. A man can be seen engaged in construction work nearby – all contributing their part to create something extraordinary. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, let our imaginations wander back in time and marvel at both the splendor and fragility of human endeavors.
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