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Mary Scott Townsend House, Wash. D.C.: Lobby, c1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Mary Scott Townsend House, Wash. D.C.: Lobby, c1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Mary Scott Townsend House, Wash. D.C.: Lobby, c1910. The Townsend House, 2121 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C.; later home of Mathilde and B. Sumner Welles, purchased by the Cosmos Club in 1950
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Beaux Arts Carrere And Hastings Carrere Hastings Cyanotype Embassy Row Lobby Mary Scott Townsend Townsend House Townsend Mary Scott Washington Washington Dc Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Interior Design Johnston Frances Benjamin
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This photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in the early 1910s, showcases the stunning lobby of the Mary Scott Townsend House located at 2121 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W. in Washington, D.C. The Townsend House, a Beaux-Arts masterpiece, was designed by the esteemed architectural firm of Carrère and Hastings and was originally the residence of Mary Scott Townsend. The image, now held in the Library of Congress, captures the essence of the early 20th century with its monochrome, cyanotype tones. The lobby's grandeur is evident through the high ceilings, ornate columns, and intricately designed furniture. The blue hue of the cyanotype process adds an ethereal quality to the image, making it a unique and captivating glimpse into the past. Later in history, the Townsend House became the home of Mathilde and Sumner Welles, and eventually, it was purchased by the Cosmos Club in 1950. This photograph serves as a testament to the rich history and architectural beauty of Embassy Row in Washington, D.C. and the United States as a whole during the 1910s. The interior design and decoration of the lobby are a reflection of the opulence and elegance of the time, making it an essential piece of American heritage art and a must-see for anyone interested in the history of architecture and interior design.
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