Study for House Location - John Pitcairn, Esq., 1899-05-01
Scope and Contents
This series contains blueprints and other architectural drawings for the construction of Cairnwood, along with its stable and Garden House. They include mechanical and electrical drawings and detail drawings of moldings, window casements, fireplaces, etc. Also included in this series is the drawings for the new dairy barn which burned down in 1908 while John Pitcairn was traveling abroad.
Where known, drawing number (dwg), date, scale and size are provided.
Dates
- 1899-05-01
Conditions Governing Access
Qualified researchers have unrestricted access to this collection
Extent
2 items : drawing on linen ; 51" x 35" 52" x 30" (damaged/partial)
Language of Materials
English
General
Land study for location of houses for land owned by John Pitcairn. Prepared by W.H. Manning One copy is torn/part missing.
Creator
- From the Collection: Pitcairn, John, Jr. (John Pitcairn, Jr.) (Person)
- From the Collection: Pitcairn, Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn) (Person)
- From the Collection: Mary Dover (Person)
- From the Collection: Maria Hogan (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Bryn Athyn Historic District Archives at Glencairn Museum Repository