G. Albert Lansburgh collection, 1891-1939.

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G. Albert Lansburgh collection, 1891-1939.

Contains many of his designs and course work from the Ecole des Beaux Arts; an extensive account of his travels through Europe at the turn of the century; drawings; and photographs of some of his major projects, including a number of his theaters.

3 boxes, 1 flat box, 3 flat file drawers, 1 framed drawing.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8307262

California Digital Library

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Lansburgh, G. Albert, 1876-1969

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G. Albert Lansburgh (1876-1969), educated at L'Ecole des Beaux Arts, began a practice with architect Bernard J. Joseph in San Francisco in 1906, immediately after the earthquake. He established his own practice in 1908, and at the height of his career ran offices out of San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York. Lansburgh was most famous for his opulent theaters, many of which were originally designed for vaudeville. From the description of G. Albert Lansburgh collection, 1891-1939. (...