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First National Bank of Dwight Collection

A work made of printed papers, correspondence, mixed media architectural drawings and black and white photographs..

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  • A work made of printed papers, correspondence, mixed media architectural drawings and black and white photographs..

Date:

1905-1920 (bulk 1905-1906)

Artist:

Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959)

About this artwork

Col. Frank L. Smith commissioned Frank Lloyd Wright to design one of his earliest commercial buildings in order to accommodate both the First National Bank of Dwight (Illinois) and an office for Col. Smith’s insurance business. The project is documented from design development through construction with extensive architect/client/contractor correspondence and some architectural drawings.

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Status

Currently Off View

Department

AIC Archives

Artist

Frank Lloyd Wright (Architect)

Title

First National Bank of Dwight Collection

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Made 1905–1920

Medium

Printed papers, correspondence, mixed media architectural drawings and black and white photographs.

Dimensions

1 oversize portfolio: H.: 30.5 cm (12 in.)

Credit Line

Gift of the First National Bank of Dwight, Illinois

Reference Number

1969.1

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