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    Cass Gilbert

    Architect

    Cass Gilbertwas a prominent American architect. An early proponent of skyscrapers in works like the Woolworth Building, Gilbert was also responsible for numerous museumsand libraries, state capitol buildingsas well as public architectural icons like the United States Supreme Court building. His public buildings in the Beaux Arts style reflect the optimistic American sense that the nation was heir to Greek democracy, Roman law and Renaissance humanism. Gilbert's achievements were recognized in his lifetime; he served as president of the American... (wikipedia)

    • Born in Ohio
    • Died On 5/17/1934

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