a notable fisher building design motif: from macro to micro
This entry was posted on May 28 2014 by Eric
the late 19th century historic fisher building designed by architects charles atwood and daniel h. burnham is bedecked with distinctive ornament on the inside and out.
the terra cotta-clad neo-gothic style skyscraper was commissioned by paper magnate lucius fisher.
the images here, show a distinctive figural (i.e., mythical aquatic creature) design motif found throughout the building.
on the macro level, the design takes the shape of a giant-sized emblematic medallion comprised of buff-colored terra cotta fabricated by the northwestern terra cotta company, chicago, il.
on the micro level, the same design is incorporated into a single bower-barff cast iron office door handle, fabricated by the yale & towne mfg. co., stamford, ct.
whether it can fit in the palm of your hand, or be cradled in a crane-operated lifting harness, the craftsmanship is truly remarkable and visually overpowering, regardless of scale.
fortunately, at least one of the two design elements (i.e., terra cotta medallion) remains well-preserved on the facade of the building, nestled between two ever-watching cherubs.
This entry was posted in , Miscellaneous, Bldg. 51, Events & Announcements & Bldg. 51 Feed on May 28 2014 by Eric
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