Placemat - Henry Babson House - Sullivan Sculpture Functional paperweight and decorative display

Functional paperweight and decorative display piece

Although initially disregarded

Form and Function exist as one which is part of Wright’s philosophy

it serves as a bold expression of Wright’s powerful vision for a new American architecture

17" x 13" square

Placemat - Henry Babson House - Sullivan Sculpture Functional paperweight and decorative displayThis design is inspired by the remarkable windows in the Henry Babson House, Riverside Illinois, 1907. The building was designed by influential architect, Louis H. Sullivan, although most major design work was by George Elmslie while he was chief draftsman and ornamental designer at Sullivans firm. Though the house is no longer standing, three buildings on the property survive. The striking geometric design of the window blends effortlessly with rich