Set of architectural drawings of house for Celia A. Spicer, Providence, R.I., 1907 April

Description

Two ink on starch-coated linen architectural drawings for the home of Celia A. Spicer in Providence, Rhode Island. The drawings include a north, rear, south, and front elevation and are dated April 1907. The elevations were drawn by architect F. J. Sawtelle.

Details

Descriptive Terms

architectural drawings (visual works)
elevations (orthographic projections)
exterior elevations
two-story
windows
dormers
porticoes
chimneys (architectural elements)
architectural drawings (visual works)
elevations (orthographic projections)
tracing cloth

Physical Descrption

Two elevations : ink on starch-coated linen ; 14 1/2 x 29 inches

Collection Code

AR001

Collection Name

General architectural and cartographic collection

Date of Acquisition

2017

Reference Code

AR001.USRI.0700.006

Acqusition Type

Gift

Credit Line

Gift of Richard Cheek, 2017

Places

Providence (Providence county, Rhode Island)

Record Details

Originator

Sawtelle, F.J., 1846-1911 (Architect)

Material Type

architectural drawings (visual works)
elevations (orthographic projections)
tracing cloth

Other People

Sawtelle, F.J., 1846-1911

Subjects

Architecture

Restrictions

Drawings are minorly stained and torn.

Description Level

Item

Location Note

HAV-01-403-Z-E-408

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