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Frank Lloyd Wright's new version of the Moore House proved to be as intricately detailed as the one that had been destroyed by fire.
The central bay widow has cusped arches and Gothic design.
Terra-cotta and woodcarving with Sullivanesque details form decorative vertical bands.
Exotic patterns on the brick walls suggest some of Wright's California and Japanese works.
Years later, in his autobiography, Wright explained that he viewed the Moore house as an intriguing challenge. He wanted to see what new innovations he could bring to an historic style. But, although he never openly disowned his creation, he appeared to view it as a faux pas.
This was a building he would cross the street or even go around the block to avoid seeing.
Moore House photos copyright © Steve Estes.
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