Ceiling Murals
My townhouse in Park Slope has painted murals on the parlor and dining room ceilings. I am in the process of having them restored, and now that they are clean, it is clear that they are extremely well done. I am interested in finding out who might have been the original artist, but am not…
My townhouse in Park Slope has painted murals on the parlor and dining room ceilings. I am in the process of having them restored, and now that they are clean, it is clear that they are extremely well done. I am interested in finding out who might have been the original artist, but am not sure how to find out this information, or if it’s even possible. The house was built around 1900. Any suggestions? Thanks.
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Call Darren at Prints Charming (718-230-8118), the frame shop on Sterling Pl nr 7th Ave. When he’s not framing pictures, he’s an art/architectural historian who has an ecycolpedic knowledge of Victorian interiors. He may be able to help. Tell him Roz sent you.
You could go down to the DOB and see if the plans for your building are there. There may be a record, like a receipt or a letter, or even a plan, if the architect was very detailed.
You may be able to find out something from the Bklyn Historical Society. They may have records or examples of the artist’s other work, if he was a popular or sucessful artist who worked around the borough. You could also check the NYC Historical society in Manhattan for same.
You could also check old newspapers, business directories, phone directories at both historical societies. An ad could lead you to some names and/or addresses, making it easier to find other examples of the artist’s work.
Finally, and this is a long shot, you could check local art schools and societies, the ones that were around back then. They may have some records that could help you out.
It’s wonderful that you are preserving the works. Good luck!
You could go down to the DOB and see if the plans for your building are there. There may be a record, like a receipt or a letter, or even a plan, if the architect was very detailed.
You may be able to find out something from the Bklyn Historical Society. They may have records or examples of the artist’s other work, if he was a popular or sucessful artist who worked around the borough. You could also check the NYC Historical society in Manhattan for same.
You could also check old newspapers, business directories, phone directories at both historical societies. An ad could lead you to some names and/or addresses, making it easier to find other examples of the artist’s work.
Finally, and this is a long shot, you could check local art schools and societies, the ones that were around back then. They may have some records that could help you out.
It’s wonderful that you are preserving the works. Good luck!