Renwick, James, 1818-1895
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Discussions between Cathedral trustees and Renwick about the new Cathedral began in 1853. The final designs for the Cathedral's first scheme were accepted and work began in 1858. Renwick is known to have initially worked in partnership with William Rodrigue, but scholars generally agree that the designs were Renwick's and Rodrigue withdrew from the project in its early stages. See: St. Patrick's Cathedral / by Leland A. Cook. New York : Quick Fox, 1979.
From the description of [Early design for St. Patrick's Cathedral] [graphic] : [four exterior elevations] / [James Renwick?]. [between 1853 and 1858] (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 82489240
The sculptures were made in Holland by Peter J.H. Cuypers and arrived in the U.S. in 1893. See: St. Patrick's Cathedral / by Leland A. Cook. New York : Quick Fox, 1979--p.110.
From the description of Designs for stations for St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York [graphic] : [elevation of three panel sculptures set between columns] / B.G. Goodhue, Delt. ; James Renwick, Architect. [18]88. (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 78803190
The chapel was designed by Renwick and consecrated in 1894.
From the description of Chapel of St. John the Evangelist, St. Patrick's Cathedral [graphic] : [front elevation, transverse section, and plan of altar] / [James Renwick, Architect ; B.G. Goodhue, delineator(?)]. [circa 1894] (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 78567456
The altar that was built bears some resemblance to this scheme, particularly the high, central, arched frame supported by solomonic columns. Today this chapel is known as the Chapel and Altar of the Holy Relics.
From the description of Altar in Chapel of St. Veronica, Saint Patrick's Cathedral, New York [graphic] : [elevation] / B.G. Goodhue, Delt. ; James Renwick, Architect. [18]89. (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 81010001
The Chapel of St. Augustine was built, but was later replaced by the shrine to St. John Neumann.
From the description of Altar in Chapel of St. Augustine, Cathedral of St. Patrick, N.Y. [graphic] : [with] plan [and] section of chapel ... / [drawn by B.G. Goodhue?] ; James Renwick, Archt. [circa 1890] (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 82118757
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