Architect's drawings 1019 Taylor Ave, by S. B. Kress, 1894-1895

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Alameda Museum & Meyers House and Gardens

Name/Title

Architect's drawings 1019 Taylor Ave, by S. B. Kress, 1894-1895

Entry/Object ID

1985.88.8

Scope and Content

Acc. No. 85.88.8 Subject Category: Homes of Alameda, Victorian Date or Period: 1894-95 Object: Architect's drawing Description: Architect's drawing in ink on treated linen. Size: L-22 x W-27 3/4 inches. History of Object: Rare architect's drawing of the floor plan and exterior (main facade) of 1019 Taylor Avenue, Alameda, California. The drawing is signed by the architect S. B. Kress, who lived at 2224 Pacific Avenue. 1019 Taylor Avenue was erected in 1895 for Claus & Annie Schmalz (whose family occupied it from 1895 to the late 1960's). Acquired from: Freda Schmalz Date: 11-18-85

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3/8/2021 MvL: current sign: VICTORIAN HOUSE PLANS Architectural plans for a residence at 1019 Taylor Ave. that was built in 1895 for Claus Schmaltz, a master mariner, (and which is still standing today). The architect was Benjamin Kress, who resided at 2224 Pacific Ave.