Unidentified House
ArchitectDesigned by
John J. McMahon
American, 1875 - 1958
Date1947-1956
MediumDrawings; pencil on tracing paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 20 x 24in. (50.8 x 61cm) or smaller
Sheet (height x width): 22 x 25in. (55.9 x 63.5cm) or smaller
Sheet (height x width): 22 x 25in. (55.9 x 63.5cm) or smaller
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Paul R. McMahon, Jr.
DescriptionElevations and floorplans for a cape-style house include an enclosed gabled vestibule projecting at the center of the facade, a picture window, and an exterior chimney on the left. Plans include a cellar; first floor with kitchen, living room, and two bedrooms; and a third floor attic with room for two additional bedrooms. There is also an unidentified plan for an ell-shaped building with an entry flanked on the interior by two circular features.
Object number2005.149.16.1-.3
Markings2005.149.16.1, on recto, lower left, stamped in black ink, "JOHN J. McMAHON / ARCHITECT / 189 BARKER STREET / HARTFORD 14, CONNECTICUT".Inscribed2005.149.16.1, on recto, lower right, in pencil, inside a box, "558" "WKG DWG NO. 1 (of 2) / APRIL 17, 1956". 2005.149.16.2, on recto, lower right, in pencil, "WKG DWG NO. 2 (of 2)".2005.149.16.3, on recto, center, in pencil, "BOTTOM OF CEILING RIBS".
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