Charles R. Larrabee House, Chicago, Illinois, Second Floor Plan by Edward Burling

Charles R. Larrabee House, Chicago, Illinois, Second Floor Plan c. 1863 - 1864

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drawing

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aged paper

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toned paper

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water colours

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possibly oil pastel

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tea stained

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fading type

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underpainting

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arch

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watercolour bleed

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mixed medium

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watercolor

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architecture

This architectural drawing, "Charles R. Larrabee House, Chicago, Illinois, Second Floor Plan," created by Edward Burling in the mid-19th century, depicts a detailed layout of the second floor of the Larrabee house. It showcases Burling's meticulous attention to detail, with annotations indicating room sizes and features. The plan provides insight into the design and living spaces of a typical upper-class residence in 19th-century Chicago. The drawing is a valuable historical artifact that illustrates architectural trends and domestic life during this period.

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