Vintage Building Photo - Philadelphia - Bank building 2nd Bank (2) – Vintage Wall Art
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This historic image of Vintage Building Photo - Philadelphia - Bank building 2nd Bank (2) brings a moment of history to your wall. It comes from the Snapshots of the Past collection, curated over 25 years for its historical value.
The framed print arrives ready to hang; the unframed option suits custom framing. Perfect for a home, office, library or classroom wall, and a gift with a story behind it. Free shipping in the lower 48 states. Snapshots of the Past has been bringing history to the wall since 2001, for tens of thousands of customers worldwide.
Vintage Building Photo - Philadelphia - Bank building 2nd Bank (2)
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Unlike the other views on this board, this one shows the Second Bank of the United States on Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. Architect William Strickland designed the building in the Greek Revival style, and its front portico of Doric columns drew on classical Greek temples, a bold choice for an American financial institution in the 1820s. The bank was chartered in 1816 and was a central force in the young nation's finances until its federal charter expired in 1836. The building later served as a federal customs house, and its columned facade became one of the most recognized examples of Greek Revival architecture in the country.
| Subjects | Historic Print Archive |
|---|---|
| Original scan | 1,536 × 1,084 px · prints to 5 × 4 in at 300 dpi |
| Reference | AMZ-SOTP-HPA-118235 |
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