By Nathalie Belkin, Lead Processor; Gabriella Carl-Johnson, Kay Menick, Sara Fetherolf, Erin Allsop, Jessica Mack, and Katie Alleman, Interns
Title: Architectural Drawings and Blueprints, c. 1880s-1990s
Predominant Dates:1910-1930s
Extent: 0.0
Subjects: A. Faranda and Son, Acea family, Agoglia family, Altar to Liberty: Minerva, Architectural Drawings, Architecture, Arnold, K.F., Arnold, N.B., Arnold family, Art nouveau (Architecture), Bahrenburg, John H., Bahrenburg family, Barclay family, Barrow, ME James T., Barrow family, Barthman family, Beaux-Arts architecture, Benisch Bros. Monumental Works, Blueprints, Bourne family, Bromell family, Brown, John W., Brown family, Buildings--Design and construction, C.E. Tayntor & Co., Cemeteries--New York (State)--New York--History, Cinerary urns, Colyer family, Cushman, Eugene, Cutting, James D.W., Cutting family, Daly, Margaret, Daly family, Davis Granite Co, Architects and Contractors, de Aldama family, DeLaCour and Ferrara, Delafield, Major Rich D., Delafield family, Dewey family, Doerschuck family, Dunne family, Egyptian revival (Architecture), Euler family, Farrington, Gould and Hoagland, Feitner, John, Felzmann family, Flagg, Ernest, Gilbert family, Goodnough family, Gothic revival (Architecture), Gould, J. R, Gould, James S., Gould family, Green-Wood Cemetery--New York, N.Y., Greve family, Griswold family, Hapgood family, Harder family, Harrison Granite Co., Havemeyer family, Heins and La Farge Architects, Higgins, Charles, Higgins family, Hillside architecture, Hoffman & Prochazka, Designers, Sculptors, and Builders, Horn, Alfred E., Horn family, Howland family, John Thatcher & Son, Kampfe family, Kenneth, W.D., Lawrence family, Lingard family, Ludlum, Emma R., Ludlum family, Martin, Robert, Martin family, Mausoleums, McAlpin family, Murdock family, Obelisks, Parish family, Parsons family, Penn Brass and Bronze Works, Pitbladdo Monumental Works, Polak family, Presbrey-Coykendall Company, Presbrey-Leland Monument Company, Renwick, Aspinwall, and Tucker, Reynolds family, Riley family, Ritzheimer family, Robinson, F. Delancey, Romanesque architecture, Rosanelli family, Ruckstull, F. W. (Fred Wellington), 1853-1942, Sands family, Sarcophagi, Sculpture and architecture, Sepulchral chapels, Sepulchral monuments, Victorian, Sepulchral monuments--New York (State)--New York, Sepulchral monuments--United States, Sepulchral monuments industry, Smallman, Thomas F., Smallman family, Somers family, Stephens, Annie W., Stephens, Benjamin F., Stephens family, Stevenson family, Stone, Gould, & Co, Designers and Builders, Sullivan, John W., Sullivan family, Texter family, Tiefel family, Tombs & sepulchral monuments, Torrio, Johnny, Torrio Family, Umberto Innocenti and Richard K. Webel, Landscape Architects, Underground architecture, Upjohn, Hobart, VanRensselaer family, Vaults (Sepulchral), W.F. Benedict & Son, W.W. Leland Co. Inc., Walsh, James F., Warren & Wetmore, Wesselman family, Wood family, Woolley family
Languages: English
The Architectural Drawings and Blueprints collection contains over 150 separate series of designs, each of which has one to around 20 individual drawings. Each series represents designs for a mausoleum or other architectural feature at Green-Wood Cemetery.
Most of the designs are for private family mausoleums, although the collection also includes blueprint materials for the historic Green-Wood chapel designed by Warren & Wetmore, alterations made to the Fifth Avenue gate, and plans for the mid-twentieth-century Columbarium. Other notable features in the collection include the Higgins mausoleum series, which contains photographs and early designs of the famous Battle Hill monument Altar to Liberty: Minerva by sculptor F. Wellington Ruxell. Many additional series may include more famous names in New York City history, such as those for the Cooper-Hewitt family and the Torrio family.
The majority of these drawings are printed on large blueprint paper, although there are a significant number of series that contain original drawings on tracing paper or drafting linen, as well as prints on Mylar, photocopy paper, or other reproduction materials. Many series also contain specifications documents—legal agreements between the architectural firm and the cemetery, which outline the plans, materials, and workman regulations for construction. In some cases, there is additional material, such as correspondence with lot owners and alternate mausoleum designs.
The collection’s dates range from the 1880s to the 1990s; the majority of the mausoleum designs were created between 1910 and 1930, at a time when it was widely popular among upper-class families to have a mausoleum or vault in which to inter their deceased relatives. Many architects of the time specialized in mausoleum design. Architectural firms that produced a large number of mausoleum designs in this collection include the Presbrey-Leland Monument Company, John Feitner Architects, and the Harrison Granite Company.
Researchers may wish to consult a specific series, which can give an interesting insight into the family in question, or they may wish to look at multiple series in the collection, in order to gain an example of the way construction and design aesthetics changed over time. The collection is a particularly valuable example of the way cemetery architecture developed in its golden years, particularly because many of the wealthiest and most prestigious New York families chose to be interred at Green-Wood.
The collection is currently stored in two locations—some material is in the Green-Wood archives, while many other blueprints are kept in the surveyor’s office of the administrative building. The container list has additional information on each item in this significant and highly variable collection, including notes on the date of designs, the architectural firm that created the drawings, and information on the size, condition, markings, and design features of each piece. All blueprint materials have been scanned and are digitally available; a preview of the image file is attached to each item. High-resolution images of each scan are available upon request.
The material is in varying condition, and embrittled drawings have been encapsulated in Mylar to ensure preservation.
The Green-Wood archives hold additional records acquired from the Presbrey-Leland Monument Company relating to Green-Wood Cemetery, and researchers may find it useful to consult this collection in conjunction with the Architectural Drawings and Blueprints.
A. Faranda and Son
Acea family
Agoglia family
Altar to Liberty: Minerva
Architectural Drawings
Architecture
Arnold, K.F.
Arnold, N.B.
Arnold family
Art nouveau (Architecture)
Bahrenburg, John H.
Bahrenburg family
Barclay family
Barrow, ME James T.
Barrow family
Barthman family
Beaux-Arts architecture
Benisch Bros. Monumental Works
Blueprints
Bourne family
Bromell family
Brown, John W.
Brown family
Buildings--Design and construction
C.E. Tayntor & Co.
Cemeteries--New York (State)--New York--History
Cinerary urns
Colyer family
Cushman, Eugene
Cutting, James D.W.
Cutting family
Daly, Margaret
Daly family
Davis Granite Co, Architects and Contractors
de Aldama family
DeLaCour and Ferrara
Delafield, Major Rich D.
Delafield family
Dewey family
Doerschuck family
Dunne family
Egyptian revival (Architecture)
Euler family
Farrington, Gould and Hoagland
Feitner, John
Felzmann family
Flagg, Ernest
Gilbert family
Goodnough family
Gothic revival (Architecture)
Gould, J. R
Gould, James S.
Gould family
Green-Wood Cemetery--New York, N.Y.
Greve family
Griswold family
Hapgood family
Harder family
Harrison Granite Co.
Havemeyer family
Heins and La Farge Architects
Higgins, Charles
Higgins family
Hillside architecture
Hoffman & Prochazka, Designers, Sculptors, and Builders
Horn, Alfred E.
Horn family
Howland family
John Thatcher & Son
Kampfe family
Kenneth, W.D.
Lawrence family
Lingard family
Ludlum, Emma R.
Ludlum family
Martin, Robert
Martin family
Mausoleums
McAlpin family
Murdock family
Obelisks
Parish family
Parsons family
Penn Brass and Bronze Works
Pitbladdo Monumental Works
Polak family
Presbrey-Coykendall Company
Presbrey-Leland Monument Company
Renwick, Aspinwall, and Tucker
Reynolds family
Riley family
Ritzheimer family
Robinson, F. Delancey
Romanesque architecture
Rosanelli family
Ruckstull, F. W. (Fred Wellington), 1853-1942
Sands family
Sarcophagi
Sculpture and architecture
Sepulchral chapels
Sepulchral monuments, Victorian
Sepulchral monuments--New York (State)--New York
Sepulchral monuments--United States
Sepulchral monuments industry
Smallman, Thomas F.
Smallman family
Somers family
Stephens, Annie W.
Stephens, Benjamin F.
Stephens family
Stevenson family
Stone, Gould, & Co, Designers and Builders
Sullivan, John W.
Sullivan family
Texter family
Tiefel family
Tombs & sepulchral monuments
Torrio, Johnny
Torrio Family
Umberto Innocenti and Richard K. Webel, Landscape Architects
Underground architecture
Upjohn, Hobart
VanRensselaer family
Vaults (Sepulchral)
W.F. Benedict & Son
W.W. Leland Co. Inc.
Walsh, James F.
Warren & Wetmore
Wesselman family
Wood family
Woolley family
The Green-Wood Cemetery chapel was designed in 1910, with construction completed in 1911. The building was designed by the architectural firm Warren and Wetmore, famous early 20th century architects who were responsible for many influential buildings in New York City, including Grand Central Terminal, the early Chelsea Piers designs, and the elaborately decorated New York Yacht Club building. Construction of the chapel marks an important point in the story of Green-Wood Cemetery, representing an historical moment when the institution had become accepted as an important cultural feature of New York City. “(Quote from brochure?)” The chapel was intended for the use of funeral services and other formal ceremonies at the cemetery, and is in use to this day. The series of chapel blueprints is extensive and includes: detail drawings showing jointing and other design features of the chapel dome; several foundation, ground, and roof plans; all exterior elevations; interior sectional drawings; and topographical survey reports for the construction site. There is specific information on each drawing in the item level listings, including the scale, size, condition, marginal notes, and design details.
(Citation for W&W)
(Further reading for chapel)
Location: Archives, Drawer 1.
Various fragments of Chapel blueprint; unidentified.
Scale: ½”= 1 Foot
Details: Signed “F.G.K”
Size: approx. 12 x 18”
Condition: Edges folded, torn embrittled; holes along left edge from binding.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink: “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Drawing indicates simple peaked roof – i.e. rear portion of Chapel building.
Scale: ½”= 1 Foot
Details: Signed “H.D.V”
Size: approx. 12 x 18”
Condition: Upper and lower edges folded and embrittled; several small tears and folds along upper edge; two 2” tears along left edge; three small holes along upper edge of binding.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink: “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Spire detailing at peak is heavily encrusted, almost random in pattern and design.
Scale: ½”= 1 Foot
Details: No draftsman or drawing numbers noted
Size: approx. 12 x 18”
Condition: Bottom edge wrinkled from folding; small holes along upper edge from binding; slight tearing and embrittlement along upper edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink: “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Partial curve of dome indicating stone jointing.
Scale: ½”= 1 Foot
Details: Building No. 350
Size: 16 x 26” [fragment: Clean cut upper half of drawing]
Condition: Lower half of drawing missing – full size layout of drawing, half missing. Vertical crease marks; reverse is stained along crease marks; tearing at edges along crease marks; row of holes along upper edge from binding.
Markings / Misc. Text: None
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on drafting linen
Style / Design Details: Tri-part peaked-arch gothic windows set in octagonal dome. Set below these windows, a secondary interior dome with circular oculi-inset with quatrefoil windows, in each of the domes’ eight sides. Heavily ornamented gothic spires rise from central dome and side turrets.
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 1” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling around all edges; several large tears damaging integrity: from right upper corner to center, from bottom center to center, from right central edge to center; numerous stains from previous repairs with tape; corners torn and missing at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: On reverse – Pencil sketch and dimensional calculations
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Four octagonal turrets at corners, situated around central space, which appears slightly octagonal – i.e. rectangle with inset corners at foundation level; secondary rectangular space at rear of building.
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 1” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: All edges torn and embrittled. Lower edge folded and torn; center tile block is torn and missing; black ink spot on lower portion of plan; several tears 2-3” along right edge; row of small holes at upper edge from binding; superficial pencil marks on right side of drawing; paper is weakened along center line.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: Concrete
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Four octagonal turrets at corners, situated around central space, which appears slight octagonal – i.e. rectangle with inset corners. Secondary rectangular space at rear of building.
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 2” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling at right of bottom edges; 1-2” section missing at upper right edge; lower edges cracked, pieces missing; left edge slightly faded; water damaged with some embrittling; 2” tear at ledge edge; tape marks at right.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink “John Thatcher & Son”; noted in pencil at center of Chapel drawing: “32 x 44 x 44’ Ceiling”
Materials Noted: Stone, brick, concrete, terra cotta block
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 2” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; large tears at upper right edge toward centerand at center of bottom edge; stained from previous tape repair.
Markings / Misc. Text: No supplemental markings or text
Materials Noted: Stone, brick, concrete, terra cotta block
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: None
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 3” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges, some folding and tearing; large (6” +) tears at upper right and lower left edges; 3” tear at center of lower edge through title block, with staining from previous repair with adhesive tape.
Markings / Misc. Text: None
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: None
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 3” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along left, bottom, and right edges with several 1-3” tears. Section of lower left corner of title block is missing.
Markings / Misc. Text: None
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: None
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 3” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: 2” tears at left, lower and right edges; right and left edge tears repaired with archival tape; lower left and lower right corners torn and missing; small holes along upper edge, i.e. from staples
Markings / Misc. Text: In pencil on reverse: “Chapel”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Rectangular base extends from back portion of building; Four turrets at corners of central space, topped with central dome – both turrets and dome are octagonal with spires at each corner; Flat edges of octagonal dome and turrets are oriented towards primary exterior surfaces of building.
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 3P” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling mainly along right edge; Right edge is folded and torn; Lower edge is torn in three places; slight folding and embrittlement; some warping and wrinkling above title block.
Markings / Misc. Text: Handwritten notes in red pencil with arrows indicating locations on right side of roof: “Holes in copper decks caused by falling stone.” With arrows to lower right spire: “Slight damage.” Leaders noted in drawing; on reverse: “Chapel.”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: None noted
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 4” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along left, lower and right edges; Lower left corner is torn and missing; Slight damage and fading along leftedge; Lower edges folded; Small holes along upper edge, i.e. from binding; Upper left corner is torn and missing
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink – “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: See following copy
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 4” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; some folding and tearing; large tear at upper right edge with staining from previous tape repair; tears through center of title block with staining from tape; edges are discolored.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink – “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Heavily detailed Gothic revival (with additional eclectic detailing). Central octagonal dome with smaller turrets to each side are approximately half the height of central dome. Flamboyant Gothic tracery in window detailing above entrance. There are smaller peaked arches in vertical base of dome and in each of the 8 sides of the dome. Spired peaks at the frame that are set within arched frames at three-part windows with quatrefoil insets at base, vents at center, and small tri-part Gothic windows at uppermost portion. Spires are heavily encrusted with “knot and leaf” detailing.
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 5” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Tears along left, bottom and right edges. 4” tear through center of title block with staining from previous tape repair.
Markings / Misc. Text: None
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Peaked roofline at rear elevation; Detailed carved panel surfaces of turrets at each side; Carved detailing (quatrefoil set in parallelogram frames) along roofline.
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 5” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. 1-2” tears along right, left and lower edges; Lower edge torn with piece missing; lower left corner is missing; slight fading along left edge; some tears repaired with archival tape; lower edge is yellowed.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink – “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: See above
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 6” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; Lower edge and lower left corner torn and missing; Several tears of 1-2” along left, lower and right edges; slight fading along left edge, lower edge is discolored. Some tears repaired with archival tape.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink – “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: None
Scale: ¼”= 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 6” “Drawn by H.D.V.”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; slight warping and staining across upper half of drawing; two large brittle tears at left edge and right edge toward center. Tear through center title block with staining from previous repair
Markings / Misc. Text: In pencil – “Bigger,” with arrows indicating tiles at center of drawing.
Materials Noted: Granite
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details:None
Scale: 1”= 10 Feet
Size: Fragment, unknown
Condition: Badly torn and damaged; drawing is folded and torn, edges are brittle; paper is fragile, folded in half and very damaged; large sections (especially at edges and corners) repaired with tape.
Markings / Misc. Text: In pencil on reverse: “Chapel”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Hand-drawn map from site survey.
Scale: ¼” = 1 Foot
Details: Corner of title block is missing
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Large portions are torn and missing; lower left corner missing; center of title block is missing; Large tear from center-bottom to center of drawing (also stained from earlier repair with tape); several sections are missing along right edge; Row of small holes in upper edge from binding.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink: “John Thatcher & Son”; in pencil on reverse: “Chapel”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: Main dome with gothic spires at center; secondary domed turret at right, approximately half height of central dome; Octagonal dome with circular recessed detailing is somewhat Baroque or renaissance-revival in style, while peaked arches with flamboyant Gothic tracery are situated above these more classical details. Side turret mainly encloses a stairway leading to a small enclosed space at its upper level.
Scale: ¼” = 1 Foot
Details: Building No. 350, Drawing No. 7” “Drawn by H.D.V”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along left and right sides; several 1-2” tears along left and right sides with some missing pieces. 3” tear at left corner of title block; tear at center-bottom edge (repaired with archival tape)
Markings / Misc. Text: None supplemental
Materials Noted: Oak – organ console
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: None
Scale: ¼” = 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 8” “Drawn by H.D.V”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges, with numerous tears; corners and lower edges torn and missing. Large tear at lower-right, slight staining at upper right; several tears tapes; right edge is folded and brittle.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black ink: “John Thatcher & Son”
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: None
Scale: ¼” = 1 Foot
Details: “Building No. 350, Drawing No. 9” “Drawn by H.D.V”
Size: 26 x 34”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges, 6” tear at middle-right edge toward center; several tears 1-3” along bottom edge (repaired with archival tape); some small pieces missing along bottom and left edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: None
Materials Noted: None
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Style / Design Details: None
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Two drawings in one. Top drawing, taking up most of the page, is labeled: “Transverse Section thro Chancel Looking toward Window”. Drawing at bottom of page is labeled: “Plan of Chancel Wall on Line A-A.” At bottom left corner: “Building No. 350. Drawing No. 69.”
Size: 36 ½” x 44”
Condition: Relatively good. Slightly embrittled, with center horizontal fold line. Rough upper edge, with material extending past end of drawing.
Notes/Markings: Numerous marginal notes and dimensions throughout.
Materials Noted: Marble altar, rough concrete, copper gutters, concrete imitation stone, brick.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Style/Design: Marble altar in center. Paneling and tracery details on either side of arched interior. Organ loft floor on one side only.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “Design No. 3209”, “General Sizes 18’ x 26’ 6” x 33’ 8””.
Size: 22.5” x 34”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Oct. 30 1924 By H.C. Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges. Small tears along lower edge.
Design/Style: Beaux-arts/neoclassical. Rectilinear base capped with dome; dome is ribbed with 8 external ribs, which have no surface adornment and terminate in bell-shaped extrusions with flat vertical surfaces. Dome is capped with 4’ tall cross with no indicated surface adornment. Fanlight over doorway, set within arched semicircular pediment with large keystone, both with no indicated surface adornment. Three cornice lines visible in front elevation; “Acea” is carved above keystone, just under second cornice line. Fanlight indicates delicate tracery, with floral and scroll elements.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “3209”
Size: 22.5” x 34”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, cast bronze ventilators, cast bronze joint covers.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Oct. 30 1924 By H.C. Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges. Small tears along lower edge.
Design/Style: Six courses of masonry beneath first cornice line. Symmetrical side elevation. Drawing indicates dimensions of stone in composition of roof: between first cornice line and second cornice line, indicated “3 pieces: 4’6” x 13’6””; above second cornice line: “4 pieces: 4’0” x 4’0” x 1’10”; 4 pieces: 5’0” x 1’0” x 1’10””
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “3209”
Size: 22.5” x 34”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Oct. 30 1924 By H.C. Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges. Lower edge faded with small tears.
Design/Style: Symmetric rear elevation; semi-circular window placed centrally above second course of stone masonry.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “3209”
Size: 22.5” x 34”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Art glass with protecting plate glass in bronze frame.”
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Oct. 30 1924 By H.C. Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges, particularly along lower edge. Lower edge faded on recto and browned on verso.
Design/Style: Italian Renaissance style windows. Tuscan columns with decorated capitals of carved acanthus leaves forming arched frame of art glass window at center of interior elevation. Two secondary arches , narrower and shorter, flank this central arch, with same columns and capitals. Keystone of arch is carved with foliage; spandrels are carved with wreathes, ribbons, and laurel branches. Decorated panels beneath window are edged with carved egg and dart detailing. Two full-height engaged Tuscan columns flank the window, indicated as carved in marble. Plan drawing of dome structure indicates that ribs widen toward lower edge, at least doubling in width from upper edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “3209”
Size: 22.5” x 34”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Drawing style implies marble and granite; no textual notation.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Oct. 30 1924 By H.C. Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges, particularly along left and lower edges. Lower edge faded on recto and browned on verso. Small tears along left edge.
Design/Style: Laterally symmetric design, with substantial space at center of interior for visitors to stand, etc. Projecting pilasters at either side of entrance.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “3209”
Size: 22.5” x 34”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze door, polished granite floor, art glass with protecting plate glass in bronze.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed in right margin: “Approved Oct. 30 1924 By H.C. Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges. Small tears along left edge.
Design/Style: Laterally symmetric design, with substantial space at center of interior for visitors to stand, etc. Projecting pilasters at either side of entrance.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: Unspecified.
Size: 26” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in graphite: “Acae” [sic]
Condition: Embrittlement and tearing along edges. Upper and lower edges folded and torn. 5” tear at center of right edge. Discoloration at right edge, weakening at center fold line.
Design/Style: Bilaterally symmetric plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 26” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in blue pencil: “Acea Vault Foundation Plan”; in graphite: “see revised plan”.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration throughout. Tearing at edges and weakening from center fold. Folding and tearing at upper edge.
Design/Style: Bilaterally symmetric plan.
Details: Building contract and material specifications from Farrington, Gould & Hoagland, Inc.
Size: 8.5" x 13" paper bound with brass brads in 9" x 13.5" packet
Drawing Material: Typewritten document on legal paper, watermarked Roman Bond. Bound in a packet against heavier paper backing.
Materials Noted: Concord granite, bronze, art glass.
Note/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good condition. Some smudge marks along edges of document (i.e. from fingerprints) particularly on front page. Bound with brass brads at top edge. Additional staple holes at right top corner.
Details: 3-page typewritten contract document
Size: 8.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Black ink on bond paper
Materials noted: Granite, Italian marble, bronze, glass (art glass and plate glass)
Notes/Markings: Red approval stamp; unsigned
Condition: Slight discoloration. Holes at upper edge from binding.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “Design Number 3062”, “Plan No. 1”
Size: 23” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Materials Noted: Art glass window with protective plate glass, bronze grille, bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at lower right: “Approved 8/23 19[0]3 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Signature of Rocco M. Agoglia reproduced from original.
Condition: Embrittled and damaged with numerous tears along all edges. Holes at upper edge from binding. Edges discolored and embrittled. Slight warping throughout.
Design/Style: Romanesque. Domed cupola placed atop chapel. Entrance flanked by two large columns and two pilasters on either side, placed on oversized bases. Interior two columns are Tuscan, tapering toward capitals; exterior two pilasters are carved to appear of stacked masonry. Both columns and pilasters have decorated capitals with leaf detailing. Fan window above door. Heavy Romanesque masonry throughout. Cupola is topped with a draped cross.
Scale: [½” = 1’] Printed: 1” = 1’; corrected to ½” in pencil.
Details: Plan and section of foundation. “Lot No. 36080 Sec. No. 41”
Size: 20” x 26”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Correction of scale in pencil, as noted above. On reverse in blue pencil: “AGOLGLIA”.
Condition: Small holes at upper edge from binding. Very discolored on reverse. Embrittled with warping and small tears at center.
Design/Style: Symmetric, with long approach to entrance.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: No title block or notes.
Size: 23” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved 8/23 19[0]3 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Signature of Rocco M. Agoglia reproduced from original.
Condition: Edges embrittled with small tears, one large tear at lower edge.
Design/Style: Symmetrical, long approach to entrance.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: No title block or notes.
Size: 23” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved 8/23 19[0]3 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Signature of Rocco M. Agoglia reproduced from original.
Condition: Edge embrittled with small tears. Small holes at upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Catacombs at sides and rear. Large central interior space. Two columns above altar, spaced at either side of window.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: No title block or notes.
Size: 23” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved 8/23 19[0]3 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Signature of Rocco M. Agoglia reproduced from original.
Condition: Embrittled with numerous tears along edges. Holes at upper edge from binding. Wrinkled throughout. Lower edge especially torn.
Design/Style: Romanesque/Beaux Arts. Base course of masonry is carved with a slight flaring curve toward bottom. Five courses of large masonry with two cornice lines beneath domed, columnated cupola. Side and rear portions of building have lower roofline and single cornice. Central portion of building has higher roofline and double cornice line.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: No title block or notes.
Size: 23” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved 8/23 19[0]3 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Signature of Rocco M. Agoglia reproduced from original.
Condition: Edges embrittled with small tears. Small holes at upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Two catacombs beneath rear window, behind altar. Clerestory window above entrance.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: No title block or notes.
Size: 23” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved 8/23 19[0]3 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Signature of Rocco M. Agoglia reproduced from original. Notes in black ink and red pencil along right side of drawing.
Condition: Edges embrittled with small tears. Small holes from binding at upper edge.
Design/Style: Four catacombs at sides. Altar at center, with decorated dado and fluted pilasters. Clerestory screen above altar.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: No titles or block notes.
Size: 23” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved 8/23 19[0]3 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Signature of Rocco M. Angoglia reproduced from original.
Condition: Embrittled with numerous small tears along the edge. Holes at upper edge from binding. Wrinkled throughout. Lower edge at right corner especially torn.
Design/Style: Romanesque. Base course of masonry is carved with a slight flaring curve toward bottom. Five courses of large masonry with two cornice lines beneath domed, columnated cupola. Rear portion of building has lower roofline and single cornice; base masonry is not curved.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “Design Number 3062”, “Plan No. 1”
Size: 23” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Materials Noted: Art glass window with protective plate glass, bronze grille, bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at lower right: “Approved 8/23 19[0]3 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Signature of Rocco M. Agoglia reproduced from original.
Condition: Embrittled and damaged with numerous tears along all edges. Holes at upper edge from binding. Edges discolored and embrittled. Slight warping throughout.
Design/Style: Romanesque. Domed cupola placed atop chapel. Entrance flanked by two large columns and two pilasters on either side, placed on oversized bases. Interior two columns are Tuscan, tapering toward capitals; exterior two pilasters are carved to appear of stacked masonry. Both columns and pilasters have decorated capitals with leaf detailing. Fan window above door. Heavy Romanesque masonry throughout. Cupola is topped with a draped cross.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Stamped/signed: “Jan’y 28 1924”
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink and signed in black ink: “Approved Jan’y 28 1924 by HC Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Small holes from binding along left edge. Edges embrittled with small tears.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Two inset Tuscan columns flanking entrance. Name inscribed in architrave. Carved keystone insignia in tympanum wedge piece. Three courses of large rusticated masonry units comprise main body of elevation.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Stamped and signed.
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink and signed in black ink: “Approved Jan’y 28 1924 by HC Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Three courses of large rusticated masonry comprise side elevation. Sloping grade line obscures part of base course.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Stamped but unsigned.
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink; not signed.
Condition: Small holes along left edge from binding. Slightly warped and embrittled throughout.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Two courses of large rusticated masonry comprise most of rear elevation. Small window placed centrally. Upper edge even with courses of heavy masonry.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Stamped but unsigned.
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink; not signed.
Condition: Small holes along left edge from binding. Somewhat warped and wrinkled.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Three crypts on either side, stacked. Window placed centrally with small bench placed below window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Stamped but unsigned.
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink; not signed.
Condition: Small holes along left edge from binding. Somewhat warped and wrinkled.
Design/Style: Three catacombs stacked. Small bench placed beneath window. Compact interior space equal in length to catacombs.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Unsigned
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Brick, granite.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink; unsigned.
Condition: Fold marks, wrinkles along fold lines, slightly embrittled.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Two Tuscan columns flanking entrance. Catacombs at either side of interior space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Four-view drawing: elevation (side, front), plan, section.
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink; unsigned. “Arnold 36301” on reverse in pencil.
Condition: Small holes from binding along left edge. Wrinkles along fold lines.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Plan and axonometric
Size: 15” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: Several notes in black ink and pencil, over central portion of foundation, amending note: “not to be excavated”—1’0” wide concrete beams indicated instead. “Arnold Foundation Plan” in pencil on reverse.
Condition: Deep creases from folding, with tears and discoloration along fold lines.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: “Sec G No. 36301”
Size: 12” x 12”
Drawing Material: Graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “36301” noted on reverse in black ink.
Condition: Wrinkled and embrittled, with several tears along fold lines.
Design/Style: Symmetric, centrally placed.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 22.5” x 18.5”
Details: “Design No 3247”, “Sizes 16’0” x 26’6” x 15’2””. Incomplete design across front.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “One piece” noted across front entrance steps.
Condition: Embrittled, particularly along right edge, which has tears and missing pieces. Somewhat warped and wrinkled. Staple holes along top and right edges.
Design/Style: Symmetrical, with low pillars flanking front stoop. Design is unfinished; center portion is blank except for outline of doorway.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 22.5” x 18.5”
Details: “Design No 3247”, “Sizes 16’0” x 23’5” x 14’4””. Upper portion of Front Elevation detail.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at bottom right: “Approved 4/2/25 HC Nail”. At bottom edge, reproduced from original: “Approved Henry C Barthman”. Noted in design over doorway: “Raised name and letters”.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled and warped at edges. Holes from staple binding at right edge.
Design/Style: Simple symmetrical design. Pitched roof with unadorned tympanum. Large rusticated masonry units make up base of structure. Name on mausoleum is not included in drawing, but placement is noted.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 22.5” x 18.5”
Details: “No 3247”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Cast bronze vents.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at bottom edge: “Approved 4/2/25 HC Nail”. At bottom edge, reproduced from original: “Approved Henry C Barthman”. Noted at base course: “Probable established grade” and supplemental note added in black ink: “”This grade to be determined at a later date.” Initials “HCB” reproduced on drawing.
Condition: Somewhat warped and embrittled. Holes from staple binding at right. Creases at both corners on left side.
Design/Style: Three courses of large rusticated masonry, with two additional courses of polished masonry at roofline.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 22.5” x 18.5”
Details: “No 3247”. Drawing is a detail of previous side elevation, showing grade along bottom.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittled along all edges with tears and breaks at right edge. Large crease along bottom left corner. Staple holes at right and top edges. Warped and discolored on reverse.
Design/Style: Drawing shows detail of grade line noted on previous side elevation drawing. Slightly revised from original drawing.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 22.5” x 18.5”
Details: “No 3247”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Art glass window with protecting plate glass in a bronze frame”.
Notes/Markings: At bottom right in black ink: “Approved 4/2/25 HC Nail”. Additional dimensioning in black ink at foundation. Initials “HCB” reproduced in drawing.
Condition: Relatively good. Some embrittlement. Holes from staples along right edge.
Design/Style: Three catacombs high on either side, with art glass window placed centrally at rear.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 22.5” x 18.5”
Details: “No 3247”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “1925” lettered at tympanum with “sunk date” noted beneath. In black ink at bottom: “Approved 4/2/25 HC Nail”. Some dimensions corrected in black ink.
Condition: Relatively good. Some warping. Holes at right edge.
Design/Style: Three courses of large rusticated masonry. Art glass window centrally placed. Pitched roof.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 23” x 18.5”
Details: “No 3247”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: In graphite on reverse: “Barthman 36491”.
Condition: Embrittled and torn along edges. Tears at right edge repaired with archival tape. Reverse discolored along edges. Large crease mark at upper right corner. Holes and right and top from staples.
Design/Style: Laterally symmetric design.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 21” x 17.5”
Details: “No 3247”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Art glass, plate glass, bronze frame, polished granite floor, bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: At bottom in black ink: “Approved 4/2/25 HC Nail”. On reverse in graphite: “Barthman 36491” and “36491”.
Condition: Embrittled and very warped along bottom edge. Holes from staple bindings.
Design/Style: Laterally symmetric design. Two catacomb columns at either side, with “rest block” at rear of catacombs. Polished granite floor in center. Art glass window at rear; bronze doors at entrance.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 21.5” x 18”
Details: “No 3247”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Cast bronze rosettes with removable centers for handles”, “cast bronze ventilators”.
Notes/Markings: At bottom in black ink: “Approved 4/2/25 HC Nail”.
Condition: Relatively good. Somewhat embrittled at edges. Holes at right edge from staple.
Design/Style: Three catacombs high; two catacomb columns per side. Ventilators at roofline.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 22” x 16.5”
Details: “No 3247”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Numerous notes on dimensions in red pencil. “Solid” written across front section. Noted on reverse in graphite: “Barthman” and “Barthman 36491”.
Condition: Extremely warped and embrittled, with small tears at all edges. Particularly cracked and wrinkled longitudinally across center. Tears repaired at bottom edge on reverse with archival tape. Stained and discolored on reverse.
Design/Style: Laterally symmetric.
Size: 8.5” x 13”
Details: Typewritten specifications document and builder contract from Farrington, Gould, and Hoagland Inc.
Drawing Material: Typed contract on bond paper.
Materials Noted: Light Barre granite, Atlas Portland and white Atlas non-staining cement, copper, pink Tennessee marble, Pennsylvania ribbon slate, cast bronze, art glass, plate glass.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Smudges and small marks, particularly on last page. Holes from binding at top edge.
Scale: ½” = 1’ for drawings on left side, ¼” = 1’ for floor plan
Details: Composite drawing includes floor plan and elevation drawings of three walls. “Drawing A1”, “Not for construction” noted above title block. Numerous notes on aspects of the drawing throughout design.
Size: 24” x 18”
Drawing Material: Reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Chrome hardware, plaster, white marble door saddle, quarry tile, stainless steel.
Notes/Markings: Pencil X mark over arrow design in upper right corner, with arrow drawn in different direction.
Condition: Large vertical fold line along center, with weakening along fold. Three horizontal fold lines.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: Originally dated October 14, 1937; Revised February 21, 1938.
Details: “Dwg. No. 4” “Made by O.F.L” Composite drawing of “(New) End Elevation” and “Cemetery Elevation”. “New Work” is noted at various points along drawing. Numerous small notes on new work throughout drawings. Beneath title: “Note entrance elevation is the exact reverse of this.”
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Metal, slate, stone, copper, concrete, leaded glass, steel.
Notes/Markings: Pencil X mark over arrow design in upper right corner, with arrow drawn in different direction.
Condition: Relatively good. One 1” tear and several smaller tears along bottom and right edges. Holes from binding at left edge. Slightly warped along all edges, particularly top.
Design/Style: Renovation displays multiple gables with leaded glass windows, concrete foundation, and stone design throughout. Design appears to be attempting to match the style of existing work.
Scale: 3/8” = 1’
Details: Probably intended for use with items D and E.
Size: 14” x 11”
Drawing Material: Pencil on linen paper
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Crease mark on lower right corner. Lower right corner appears to have been slightly torn.
Design/Style: Simple floor plan for layout of Trust Lot Department office and stairway.
Scale: 3/8” = 1’
Details: Probably intended for use with items C and E.
Size: 14” x 8 ½”
Drawing Material: Pencil on linen paper
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Small piece of lower left corner missing.
Design/Style: Simple floor plan for layout of Map Room and Personnel Office.
Scale: 3/8” = 1’
Details: Probably intended for use with items C and D.
Size: 8” x 14”
Drawing Material: Pencil on linen paper
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Upper right corner is torn off.
Design/Style: Simple floor plan for layout of Office and Lunch Room.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Details: Appears to be full floor plan of areas detailed in items C-E.
Size: 16” x 12”
Drawing Material: Pencil on linen paper
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Somewhat wrinkled and creased, particularly at bottom right corner. Four holes along left edge, possibly from being bound. Stained around edges.
Design/Style: Simple floor plan for layout of all offices. Areas include: Vestibule, Public Space, Maps, Engineer, Accounts, Grave Department, Toilet, Clerks, Vault, Cashier, Keys, Private Office, and a stairway with “up” noted.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Details: Full floor plan layout of offices, with indication of where gate structures are, and floor plan layout of public restrooms.
Size: 28.5” x 10”
Drawing Material: Pen and watercolors on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In public restroom area, pencil marks through parts of the drawing, with door added in a different area, and additional restroom drawn further to the left.
Condition: Uneven, multiple vertical fold lines, as if drawing were rolled and then flattened. Discolored and dirtied, particularly along fold lines. Small staple holes along left edge.
Design/Style: Simple floor plan for layout of offices and cemetery gate. Drawing is colored to indicate what is being depicted: brown for walls, yellow for furniture, blue for safes.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Details: Full floor plan layout of offices, with indication of where gate structures are, and floor plan layout of public restrooms. Restrooms reflect design revisions drawn into Item G.
Size: 27” x 10”
Drawing Material: Pencil and crayon on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Colors are added in crayon to reverse of drawing, so that they dimly show through.
Condition: Deep vertical fold line. Discolored and dirtied, particularly at top left corner. Hole on right side.
Design/Style: Simple floor plan for layout of offices and cemetery gate. Drawing is colored to indicate what is being depicted: brown for walls, yellow for furniture, blue for safes.
Scale: Dependent on area of drawing. Elevation is ¼” = 1’ scale. Detail drawings on left side are ¾”= 1’ scale.
Date: December 21; year is not indicated.
Details: Composite drawing showing: ceiling in private office, counter and screen in public space, mantel and wainscot in private office, and west wing west elevation. “Drawing no. 7”. Large “1” on lower right.
Size: 25” x 14 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Plaster panels, wood cornice, wood mouldings, bronze grilles, glass, marble base, limestone, slate roof.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In poor condition. Entire drawing is embrittled, with numerous large tears throughout, some repaired on reverse with archival tape. Edges are torn and missing pieces, particularly along bottom edge, and at bottom right corner, where large section is missing. Drawing is warped and wrinkled.
Design/Style: Simple floor plan for layout of offices and cemetery gate. Drawing is colored to indicate what is being depicted: brown for walls, yellow for furniture, blue for safes.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: Original date October 14, 1937; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Composite drawing of full floor plan of administrative office’s second floor, and section through stairs and chimney. “Drawn by W.A.T”. Numerous notes on renovations throughout drawing. Identical to Item L.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on Mylar.
Materials Noted: Slate, masonry, stone.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Some small dimples in Mylar. Mylar print shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of “Trust Lot Department”, “Rest Room”, “Pay Roll Office”, and “Supply Closet”, as well as placement of stairway, and alterations to window dormers, chimney, and roof cresting.
Scale: ¼” = 1’; since size has been altered from original blueprint, drawing is not to scale.
Date: Original date October 14, 1937; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Composite drawing of full floor plan of administrative office’s second floor, and section through stairs and chimney. “Drawn by W.A.T”. Numerous notes on renovations throughout drawing.
Size: 39” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on paper. Reproduction appears to have been created from Mylar copy.
Materials Noted: Slate, masonry, stone.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Appears to have been printed from Mylar copy, and shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint in printing. Three vertical fold lines through drawing.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of “Trust Lot Department”, “Rest Room”, “Pay Roll Office”, and “Supply Closet”, as well as placement of stairway, and alterations to window dormers, chimney, and roof cresting.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: Original date October 14, 1937; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Composite drawing of full floor plan of administrative office’s second floor, and section through stairs and chimney. “Drawn by W.A.T”. Numerous notes on renovations throughout drawing. Identical to Item J.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on Mylar.
Materials Noted: Slate, masonry, stone.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Some small dimples in Mylar. Mylar print shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of “Trust Lot Department”, “Rest Room”, “Pay Roll Office”, and “Supply Closet”, as well as placement of stairway, and alterations to window dormers, chimney, and roof cresting.
Scale: ¼” = 1’ for floor plan; no scale for diagram on right side.
Details: Drawing of full layout of administrative office’s second floor, with “Heating Riser Diagram” detail on right side. “Drg. No. M-3”. Slightly different design from Items J-L.
Size: 21” x 19 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: On reverse, in blue pencil: “New office plans” and “New office plans 1939”.
Condition: Embrittled along all edges. Small tears along all edges, particularly left and right sides. Holes from binding at left edge.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of “Trust Lot Department”, “Rest Room”, “Pay Roll Office”, and “Supply Closet”, as well as placement of stairway.
Scale: ¼” = 1’; ¾” = 1’ scale details of ceiling along top and right sides.
Date: Original date October 14, 1937; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Drawing of full floor plan of administrative office’s main floor, with detail drawings of ceiling design for Superintendent’s office, Cashier’s office, and Reception Room. “Drawn by W.A.T”. Numerous notes on renovations throughout drawing. Identical to Item P.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on Mylar.
Materials Noted: Wire screen, copper, wood, plaster, iron stair and platform, rubber, stone, concrete, cinder fill, brick, terracotta.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Some small dimples and dents in Mylar. Mylar print shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of “File Room No. 1”, “File Room No. 2”, “Superintendents [sic] Office”, “Office”, “Key Clos.”, “Cashier’s Office”, “Reception Room”, “Entry”, and “Vestibule”. Also shows position of stairway, and numerous adjustments to door and window designs.
Scale: Listed as ¼” = 1’; copy is differently sized than original, and therefore not to scale.
Date: Original date October 14, 1937; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Incomplete copy of blueprint drawing, on three pieces of photocopy paper, taped together.
Size: Two sheets of 11” x 14” copier paper, and one sheet of 11” x 17” paper, taped together.
Drawing Material: Photocopy paper and tape.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition.
Design/Style: Shows only floor plan section of original Main Floor Plan drawing, with detail drawings at top and right side not included.
Scale: ¼” = 1’; ¾” = 1’ scale details of ceiling along top and right sides.
Date: Original date October 14, 1937; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Drawing of full floor plan of administrative office’s main floor, with detail drawings of ceiling design for Superintendent’s office, Cashier’s office, and Reception Room. “Drawn by W.A.T”. Numerous notes on renovations throughout drawing. Identical to Item N.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on Mylar.
Materials Noted: Wire screen, copper, wood, plaster, iron stair and platform, rubber, stone, concrete, cinder fill, brick, terracotta.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Some small dimples and dents in Mylar. Mylar print shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of “File Room No. 1”, “File Room No. 2”, “Superintendents [sic] Office”, “Office”, “Key Clos.”, “Cashier’s Office”, “Reception Room”, “Entry”, and “Vestibule”. Also shows position of stairway, and numerous adjustments to door and window designs.
Scale: ¼” = 1’; ¾” = 1’ scale details of ceiling along top and right sides.
Date: Original date October 14, 1937; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Drawing of full floor plan of administrative office’s main floor, with detail drawings of ceiling design for Superintendent’s office, Cashier’s office, and Reception Room. “Drawn by W.A.T”. Numerous notes on renovations throughout drawing.
Size: 30” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on paper. Reproduction appears to have been created from Mylar copy.
Materials Noted: Wire screen, copper, wood, plaster, iron stair and platform, rubber, stone, concrete, cinder fill, brick, terracotta.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled and warped. Three vertical fold marks. Appears to have been printed from Mylar copy, and shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint in printing.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of “File Room No. 1”, “File Room No. 2”, “Superintendents [sic] Office”, “Office”, “Key Clos.”, “Cashier’s Office”, “Reception Room”, “Entry”, and “Vestibule”. Also shows position of stairway, and numerous adjustments to door and window designs.
Scale: ¼” = 1’; ¾” = 1’ scale details of ceiling along top and right sides.
Details: Drawing of full floor plan of administrative office’s main floor, with small detail drawing of window area. Numerous notes on renovations throughout drawing. Revised version of other drawings of Main Floor Plan—non-identical to other drawing plans for this floor.
Size: 30 ½” x 19 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Copper.
Notes/Markings: In original, in lower left corner, is stamped: “Paul Wunderlach Consulting Engineer, Grand Central Terminal, New York City”.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled at edges. Small tear at center of bottom edge. Holes from binding on left side.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of “File Room No. 1”, “File Room No. 2”, “Superintendents [sic] Office”, “Office”, “Key Clos.”, “Cashier’s Office”, “Reception Room”, “Entry”, and “Vestibule”. Also shows position of stairway, and door, window, and plumbing renovations.
Scale: ¼” = 1’ for floor plan; ¾” = 1’ for window details
Date: Original date illegible; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Composite of Basement Floor Plan and five detail drawings of window designs.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on paper. Reproduction appears to have been created from Mylar copy.
Materials Noted: Wood, plaster, brick.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittled, wrinkled, and warped, with irregular fold marks throughout. Appears to have been printed from Mylar copy, and shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint in printing.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of rooms: “File Storage Room”, “Hall”, “Men’s Toilet”, “Boiler Room”, “Existing Fuel Room”, and “Storage”. Shows position of stairways and chimney, as well as changes to window and door designs.
Scale: ¼” = 1’ for floor plan; ¾” = 1’ for window details
Date: Original date illegible; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Composite of Basement Floor Plan and five detail drawings of window designs. More detailed notes in this drawing than in Item S.
Size: 30” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on paper. Reproduction appears to have been created from Mylar copy.
Materials Noted: Wood, plaster, brick, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition. Appears to have been printed from Mylar copy, and shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint in printing.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of rooms: “File Storage Room”, “Hall”, “Men’s Toilet”, “Boiler Room”, “Existing Fuel Room”, and “Storage”. Shows position of stairways and chimney, as well as changes to window and door designs.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Revision of earlier drawings. Floor plan is on left; Plumbing Riser Diagram on right. Key at right of drawing shows plumbing symbols. Stamp in original, reproduced in blueprint, reads “Paul Wunderlich, Consulting Engineer, Grand Central Terminal, New York City”.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Copper.
Notes/Markings: Near center of drawing, pipeline detail is amended in pencil.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled along top edge, with top right corner cracked and missing. Small tears at center of bottom edge.
Design/Style: Floor plan shows placement of rooms: “File Storage Room”, “Existing Store Room”, “Hall”, and “Existing Fuel Room”. Plumbing plan included in design, with further notes in detail drawing on right.
Scale: ¼” = 1’ for floor plan; ¾” = 1’ for window details
Date: Original date illegible; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Composite of Basement Floor Plan and five detail drawings of window designs. Identical to Item W.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on Mylar.
Materials Noted: Wood, plaster, brick, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: good condition. Some small dimples and dents in Mylar. Mylar print shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of rooms: “File Storage Room”, “Hall”, “Men’s Toilet”, “Boiler Room”, “Existing Fuel Room”, and “Storage”. Shows position of stairways and chimney, as well as changes to window and door designs.
Scale: ¼” = 1’ for floor plan; ¾” = 1’ for window details
Date: Original date illegible; Revised February 21 1938.
Details: Composite of Basement Floor Plan and five detail drawings of window designs. Identical to Item V.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Printed on Mylar.
Materials Noted: Wood, plaster, brick, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: good condition. Some small dimples and dents in Mylar. Mylar print shows all damage marks and irregularities from blueprint.
Design/Style: Straightforward floor plan, showing placement of rooms: “File Storage Room”, “Hall”, “Men’s Toilet”, “Boiler Room”, “Existing Fuel Room”, and “Storage”. Shows position of stairways and chimney, as well as changes to window and door designs.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Composite drawing shows window designs for First Floor exterior and interior, details of copper covered dormers, and various details of stone dormers. “Made by O.F.L.”; “DWG. No. 5”.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Leaded glass, screen, metal, stone, plaster, copper, steel, wood, cast iron, brick, slate.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittled around edges, particularly at lower edge. 2” tear in center of bottom edge. Small tears along all edges. Reverse is wrinkled and discolored.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: February 21, 1938.
Details: Composite of Roof Framing Plan and two cross sections through marked areas of roof. “DWG. No. 8”; “Made by W.W.”
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Wood, plaster, brick, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: Original bears stamp in lower left corner: “William Wilson, Engineer, 101 Park Ave., New York, NY”; stamp is dated February 18, 1938.
Condition: Embrittled along all edges, particularly right edge, where there are several 1” tears. Small tears along top edge. Discoloration on reverse.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Composite drawing shows framing plans for first and second floor. “Made by W.W.” “DWG. No. 7”. Small detail drawing titled “Typical Floor Construction” at top.
Size: 31” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Wood, plaster, brick, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: Handwritten from original, above title block: “Note: for miscellaneous steel in existing building see drafts 1, 2, & 3.” Original bears stamp in lower left corner: “William Wilson, Engineer, 101 Park Ave., New York, NY”
Condition: Somewhat embrittled along all edges. Holes from binding. Discolored on reverse.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Sketch showing layout of men’s and women’s public restrooms, and reception room.
Size: 14” x 11”
Drawing Material: Pencil on drawing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition.
Style/Design Details: Drawing shows entrances to restroom area, and layout of each restroom.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Photocopy of Item AA.
Size: 14” x 8 ½”
Drawing Material: Standard photocopy paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: In good condition.
Style/Design Details: Drawing shows entrances to restroom area, and layout of each restroom.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Details: Floor plan of public restrooms.
Size: 11” x 7”
Drawing Material: Pencil and crayon on linen paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Brown crayon on reverse of drawing indicates solid walls.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled and wrinkled. Two tears in left side of drawing, as if from being bound.
Style/Design Details: Drawing shows entrances to restroom area, and layout of each restroom. Smoking Room is also included in design.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Details: Floor plan of public restrooms. Photocopy of Item CC.
Size: 11” x 8 ½”
Drawing Material: Standard photocopy paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Dimensions noted in pencil marks throughout drawing.
Condition: Somewhat wrinkled and creased. Ringed coffee cup stain on left side.
Style/Design Details: Drawing shows entrances to restroom area, and layout of each restroom. Smoking Room is also included in design.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: None specified.
Details: Seven views on one drawing—transverse section, longitudinal section, ground plan, side elevation, two views of the front elevation, and rear elevation. Extensive construction notes in pencil in upper center. Dimensions noted throughout.
Size: 38 ½” x 21”
Condition: Embrittled with numerous tears throughout. All corners missing. Large tear from top, down left side. Some tears patched with small pieces of paper pasted to reverse. Staining and water damage, particularly at right and bottom edges.
Notes/Markings: Calculations in graphite at bottom center. In graphite on reverse: “Dewey” and “Dewey 8612”.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Drawing Material: Ink and graphite on heavy paper.
Style/Design: Gothic chapel style, with arched stone entrance and small steeple. Five catacombs within. Carved stone detailing. Small windows on side and rear.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: August 28, 1923
Details: No title block.
Size: 19.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze door.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at lower right: “Approved Aug. 28 1923 by WC Grassau Superintendent.”
Condition: Holes at upper edge from binding. Edges folded and somewhat embrittled.
Design/Style: Beaux Arts/classical revival. Tuscan pilasters with decorated capitals at sides of entrance. Family name inscribed in panel above door. Cast bronze door indicated in text but not drawn. Stepped pyramidal roof.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: August 28, 1923
Details: Three-view: side elevation, plan, side elevation.
Size: 21” x 34.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Numerous notes in pencil re: dimensions. Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved Aug. 28 1923 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” On reverse in pencil “Doerschuck 36116” and in black ink “Doerschuck.”
Condition: Deep vertical fold line 10” from left edge. Wrinkled, discolored, and torn, especially notable on reverse. Several holes from staple binding.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: August 28, 1923
Details: No title block.
Size: 19.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, reinforced concrete girders, removable concrete slab, marble, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved Aug. 28 1923 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” In blue pencil on reverse: “Doerschuck.”
Condition: Discoloration and wrinkling along lower edge. Holes along upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Classical/Beaux Arts. Four catacombs high on either side. Window placed centrally at rear elevation.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: August 28, 1923
Details: No title block.
Size: 19.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, marble, reinforced concrete slab and girder, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved Aug. 28 1923 by WC Grassau Superintendent.” Pencil notations in roof portion noting dimensions.
Condition: Holes at upper edge from binding. Edges folded and somewhat embrittled.
Design/Style: Catacombs stacked four tall. Window inset from outer wall surface. Door inset from front elevation surface level.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: August 28, 1923
Details: No title block.
Size: 19.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, slate, brick.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved Aug. 28 1923 by WC Grassau Superintendent.”
Condition: Holes at upper edge from binding. Edges folded and somewhat embrittled.
Design/Style: Beaux Arts/neoclassical. Mausoleum footprint is perfectly square, with broad entrance porch spanning full width of building. Symmetric design, catacombs comprise almost full depth of building.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: August 28, 1923
Details: No title block.
Size: 19.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at lower right: “Approved Aug. 28 1923 by WC Grassau Superintendent.”
Condition: Holes at upper edge from binding. Edges folded and somewhat embrittled.
Design/Style: Beaux Arts/neoclassical. Tuscan pilasters with decorated capitals at each corner. Window placed centrally at rear elevation. Low stepped pyramidal roofline.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: August 28, 1923
Details: No title block, no architect listed.
Size: 19.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped/signed at lower right: “Approved Aug. 28 1923 by WC Grassau Superintendent.”
Condition: Holes at upper edge from binding. Edges folded and somewhat embrittled.
Design/Style: Beaux Arts/classical revival. Tuscan pilasters with decorated capitals at corners. Elevation comprises two large unadorned stone panels. Grade line slopes downward from front to back. Stepped pyramidal roof.
Date: July 13, 1923
Details: Note accompanying mausoleum plans, addressed to WC Grassau.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Typewritten letter on bond letterhead, sketch on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Typewritten letter is signed “Benisch Bros” in black ink. Sketch is hand drawn in black ink.
Condition: Deep horizontal fold lines. Small tears on upper right edge of both pages, possibly due to binding.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed in lower right corner: “Approved Nov. 19, 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent.”
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Lower edge torn and embrittled.
Design/Style: Greek chapel-style design. Four Tuscan columns at front elevation/porch. Cast double bronze doors with grille detail. Name inscribed in doorframe. Pitched roof, unadorned tympanum and architrave.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed in lower right corner: “Approved Nov. 19, 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent.”
Condition: Very wrinkled and warped; weakened along wrinkling. Very discolored on reverse. Uneven developing process. Deep folds at bottom edge.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze, glass.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed in lower right corner: “Approved Jan. 24, 1924 by HC Nail Superintendent.”
Condition: Embrittled and torn along edges.
Design/Style: Revision of earlier drawing—three catacombs instead of four on either side. Ceiling height slightly lower than previous.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze, glass.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at far left bottom edge: “Approved Nov. 19, 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent.” On reverse in pencil: “Euler 36055”, also in blue pencil.
Condition: Edges embrittled and torn. Small holes from binding at upper edge. Very discolored on reverse.
Design/Style: Greek chapel-style design. Tuscan columns at entry portico. Catacombs stacked four high. Window at rear wall.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, marble, slate, granite, glass.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed in lower right corner: “Approved Jany. 24, 1924 by HC Nail Superintendent.” On reverse in pencil: “Euler”.
Condition: Edges embrittled and torn. Splotchy appearance due to uneven development.
Design/Style: Revision of earlier drawing—three catacombs instead of four on either side as in previous drawing. Ceiling height lowered slightly from previous.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze, glass.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at bottom edge: “Approved Nov. 19, 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent.”
Condition: Relatively good. Small holes at upper edge from binding. Edges discolored and embrittled.
Design/Style: Four catacombs high at either side. Pitched roof.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at far left bottom edge: “Approved Nov. 19, 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent.”
Condition: Edges discolored and embrittled.
Design/Style: Greek temple-style design. Three courses of massive rusticated ashlar masonry comprise the elevation. Smaller course of stone at architrave level. Long approach to entry. Tuscan column at entry.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at bottom edge: “Approved Nov. 19, 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent.”
Condition: Small holes from binding at upper right. Edges discolored and embrittled.
Design/Style: Large rusticated ashlar masonry blocks comprise elevation. One window placed centrally below architrave course. Bronze grille covering on window.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned.
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed in lower right corner: “Approved Nov. 19, 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent.”
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Edges embrittled with small tears.
Design/Style: Greek chapel-style design. Four Tuscan columns at entry portico. Inter-catacomb space is the only occupiable interior space. Relatively long (approximately 7’) entrance approach from steps.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Lot 36055 Sec. 136
Size: 15” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed in lower right corner: “Approved Nov. 19, 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent.” Pencil notations on drawing re: dimensions. On reverse in blue pencil: “(Foundation Plan) 36055”, and in pencil: “Euler”.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Discolored and embrittled at edges. Warping near upper edge.
Design/Style: Symmetric rectilinear design on circular lot.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 15, 1930
Details: Drawing shows columns at front most elevation on left half; on right half shows pilaster and wall surface behind columns.
Size: 16 ½” x 19 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: Signed in red ink at lower right corner: “Approved/ July 15 1930/ H.C. Nail/ Supt”.
Condition: Embrittling. Small tears at edges.
Design/Style: Neoclassical/Greek revival style. Two fluted Doric columns at either side of entrance, set in front of corner pilasters with Doric capitals. Family name is carved into frieze; tympanum is unadorned; roof is pitched with raised, articulated center block. Door frame is articulated, atticurge-styled. Three steps lead from grade toward entrance level, which narrow progressively toward entrance level.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 15, 1930
Details: Non-standard dashed lines indicating surfaces behind visible elevation details.
Size: 16” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: Signed in red ink (appears black) at lower right corner: “Approved/ July 15 1930/ H.C. Nail/ Supt”.
Condition: Relatively good condition. Somewhat wrinkled and warped along upper portion. Small holes at upper edge from binding. Lower edge is not cleanly cut; appears deckled.
Design/Style: Neoclassical/Greek chapel design. Two Tuscan columns at either corner of rear elevation. Window placed centrally at upper half of rear elevation. Pitched roof.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 15, 1930
Details: Non-standard use of dashed lines in drawing.
Size: 16” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: Signed in lower right corner: “Approved/ July 15 1930/ H.C. Nail/ Supt”. Noted on reverse in graphite: “37226 (Felzmann)”.
Condition: Edges embrittled with small tears. Holes at edge from binding. Reverse is discolored.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Fluted Doric columns at front elevation. Angle pilasters at front and rear corners with Doric capitals. Window at side elevation near entrance.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 15, 1930
Details: Non-standard dashed lines throughout drawing.
Size: 16” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, concrete, marble, slate, bronze.
Note/Markings: Foundation dimensions corrected in red ink. Signed in red ink at lower right corner: “Approved/ July 15 1930/ H.C. Nail/ Supt”.
Condition: Holes from binding at left upper edge. Slight warping/wrinkling at upper edge.
Design/Style: Fluted Doric columns at left/entrance. Small window just inside entrance; marble bench below window. Catacombs stacked four high. Window at rear of building.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 15, 1930
Details: “One half looking towards front/ One half looking towards rear”.
Size: 16” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Note/Markings: Foundation dimensions corrected in red ink. Signed in red ink at lower right corner: “Approved/ July 15 1930/ H.C. Nail/ Supt”.
Condition: Holes from binding at upper edge. Embrittling and small tears along edges.
Design/Style: Catacombs stacked four high at either side. Window placed centrally at rear. Pitched roof; symmetric design
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 15, 1930
Size: 16” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: Several dimensions at rear of foundation corrected in red pen. Noted across foundation of stairway/entrance in red pencil: “Solid”. One additional dimension note corrected in graphite at center. Signed in red ink (appears black) at lower right corner: “Approved/ July 15 1930/ H.C. Nail/ Supt”.
Condition: Fold lines in quarters; wrinkled and warped along fold lines. Discoloration on reverse, with staining along fold lines. Small tears along edges. Small holes from binding along upper edge.
Design/Style: Symmetric design.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 15, 1930
Details: Materials key at lower left corner.
Size: 16” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Note/Markings: Signed in red ink at lower right corner: “Approved/ July 15 1930/ H.C. Nail/ Supt”.
Condition: Edges embrittled with small tears. Holes along upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Four columns at front elevation, two at either side of entrance, set in front of angle pilasters at each front corner. Symmetric interior, with windows and marble seats at either side, set between front wall and catacombs. Window placed centrally at rear wall.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: July 15, 1930
Details: No indication of north (arrow, etc.).
Size: 16” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: Additional dimensions noted in graphite at right edge. Sighed in black or red ink at lower right.
Condition: Edges embrittled with small tears. Holes at upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Oriented toward corner of roads.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Date: 9/12/27
Details: “Des. 27327”, “Gould 0.24325”
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Dummerston granite.
Notes/Markings: Fluted columns at entrance are struck through in pencil with note: “One piece.”
Condition: Central fold lines both vertically and horizontally. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Folds at corners. Relatively intact/sturdy.
Design/Style: Classical/Greek chapel-style design. Fluted Tuscan columns at either side of doorway. Name incised in architrave. Cast (bronze?) doors with classical Greek detailing. Urns/pilasters at entrance stairs.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Date: 9/12/27
Details: “Des. 27327”, “Gould 0.24325”
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper. Very thin paper.
Materials Noted: Dummerston granite.
Notes/Markings: Fluted columns at entrance are struck through on original. Also, along left and upper margin in original (reproduced in blueprint): “F.S.D. [full scale drawing] of Door Jamb”, i.e. upper left corner of door framing.
Condition: Horizontal crease line. Small holes along upper edge.
Design/Style: Slight revision in design from earlier Front Elevation, notably in roof details.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [9/12/27]
Details: “Gould 0.24325”, “Des. No. 27327”
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, marble, granite, brick.
Notes/Markings: Hand-drawn lines in plan, unclear reference.
Condition: Central fold lines vertically and horizontally. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Relatively good condition.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Date: [9/12/27]
Details: “Des. 27327”, “Gould 0.24325”
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, bronze rosettes, pink Tennessee marble.
Notes/Markings: Corrections in pencil near window re: door closet, and in foundation: “solid”.
Condition: Central fold lines vertically and horizontally. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Four crypts tall at either side. Overhanging cornice at front and back.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Date: [9/12/27]
Details: “Des. No. 27327”, “Gould 0.24325”
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble.
Notes/Markings: Corrections in red pencil at foundation noting footings.
Condition: Central fold lines vertically and horizontally. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Stepped roofline. Window placed centrally at back wall. Four crypts high on either side.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Date: [9/12/27]
Details: “Des. No. 27327”, “Gould 0.24325”
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze vents.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Central fold lines vertically and horizontally. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Overhanging cornice line. Windowless side elevation. Large masonry units—approximately 2’ x 5’—comprise elevation. Angle pilasters at front elevation.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Date: [9/12/27]
Details: “Des. No. 27327”, “Gould 0.24325”
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Central fold lines vertically and horizontally. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Overhanging cornice. Stepped roofline. Window placed centrally above first course of masonry.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Date: 9/14/27
Details: “Des. No. 27327”, “Gould 0.24325”
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: “Solid” written in red pencil near entrance to mausoleum; additional supports are drawn, running lengthwise, in main cavity.
Condition: Central fold lines vertically and horizontally. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Somewhat warped.
Design/Style: Symmetric. Drawing includes two sections.
Scale: ¾“ = 1’
Date: “Revised Sept. 27 1927”
Details: Revised from earlier foundation plan drawing of 9/14/27.
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper. Very thin paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: Pencil sketches on reverse noting surveying distances from corners of vault to lot extents. Also noted: “Gould 36899”.
Condition: Paper somewhat embrittled. Extremely thin paper. Vertical and horizontal fold lines, with some wear along horizontal fold line.
Location: Archives Drawer 1
The Harder Mausoleum, located at Lot 34482, was commissioned by George A. Harder, Esq. of New York City in 1916. The design and construction of the mausoleum was implemented by the architects of the firm W.W. Leland Company, Inc., which was located at 569 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York. Though the W.W. Leland Company was a successful architectural firm, they eventually consolidated with the Presbrey-Coykendall Company to create the Presbrey-Leland Monument Company and continue to produce beautifully designed monuments for members of Green-Wood Cemetery (further information on this consolidation can be viewed by clicking the link provided). Within this series, researchers will find 34 drawings and 1 specifications document concerning the design and construction of the Harder Mausoleum.
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: [order no.] 08723 [drawing no.] 1022
Size: 27” x 34”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen; inked in black with dimensions in red; pencil notes of dimensions added.
Materials Noted: Granite roof blocks; Aluminum joint caps.
Style / Design Details: Doric columns; Engraving of “Harder” above entrance (noted to be “Square V Incised”); 6” rise on entrance stairs (i.e. very low).
Scale: ½” = 1 Foot
Details: “Drawing No. 2”
Size: 26” x 31”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen; inked in black; no marginal notes.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Style / Design Details: Greek revival with classical entablature; Urns flanking entrance; Funerary swag emblem above entrance; smaller funerary wreath emblems in entablature.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Very brittle with mutliple tears along the top, left, and right edges and a section of the top edge missing.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction; stamped in the lower right corner and signed/dated in pen by WCG (William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood).
Materials Noted: See Item A in this series.
Style / Design Details: See Item A in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: [order no.] 08723 [drawing no.] 1026
Size: 27” x 34”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen; inked in black with dimensions in red; Courses of roof blocks assigned with sequential letters “Q, R, S” in pencil.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Style / Design Details: Stepped Egyptian-style roofline; two fluted Doric columns at side elevation; window with bronze grille placed centrally between columns.
Further Notes: Identical to rear elevation.
Scale: ½” = 1 Foot
Details: “Drawing No. 4”
Size: 26” x 31”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Style / Design Details: Funerary swag carving/emblem set symmetrically between two embedded/implied column details
Further notes: All design details are symmetrical.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item D in this series.
Condition: Very brittle throughout with holes at the top and tears along the top, left, and right edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction; stamped in the lower right corner and signed/dated in pen by WCG (William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood).
Style / Design Details: See Item D in this series.
Further Notes: See Item D in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: [order no.] 08723 [drawing no.] 1027
Size: 27” x 34”
Condition: Wrinkling / wear at edges, light folds at corners; in relatively good condition.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen; inked in black and red.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Style / Design Details: Classical revival and Egyptian revival stylistic features; Doric columns with Eyptian-style stepped roofline.
Further Notes: Identical to side elevation.
Scale: ½” = 1 Foot
Details: “Drawing No. 3”
Size: 26” x 31”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black; Marginal sketch in pencil, amending curved base to mausoleum plinth.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Style / Design Details: Funerary swag emblem set symmetrically between two embedded column details; smaller funerary wreaths in entablature, as at front.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: See Item G in this series.
Condition: Very brittle throughout with holes at the top and tears along the top, left, and right edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction; stamped in the lower right corner and signed/dated in pen by WCG (William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood).
Style / Design Details: See Item G in this series.
Further Notes: See Item G in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: [order no.] 08723 [drawing no.] 1024
Size: 27” x 34”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen; inked in black with dimensions in red; additional dimension noted in pencil.
Materials Noted: Pink granite floor; bronze grilles and sashes; bronze catacomb rosettes; bronze emblems; gustanho arch; granite roof blocks; bronze ventilating rosettes; bronze torches.
Style / Design Details: With drawing 1025, bilateral symmetry of section is clear, with zodiacal emblems appearing to be the only non-repetitive elements.
Scale: ½” = 1 Foot
Details: “Drawing No. 5”
Size: 26” x 31”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black; inner portion of wall section highlighted in yellow pencil.
Materials Noted: Lead through base; sarcophagi depicted in marble.
Style / Design Details: Laterally symmetrical; Classical pediment above entrance door; Meander and egg-shaped dentil patterning along interior entablature.
Further Notes: Two sarcophagi placed close to each other at center.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: See Item J in this series.
Condition: Very brittle throughout with holes at the top edge and tears along the top, left, and right edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction; stamped in the lower right corner and signed/dated in pen by WCG (William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood).
Materials Noted: See Item J in this series.
Style / Design Details: See Item J in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: [order no.] 08723 [drawing no.] 1025
Size: 27” x 34”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen; courses of roof blocks assigned sequential letters (O, P, Q, R, S) in pencil.
Materials Noted: Bronze catacomb rosettes; bronze transom; bronze door; bronze ventilating rosettes; bronze zodiacal emblems; pink granite floor; Gustanho arch; bronze urns; bronze torches.
Style / Design Details: With drawing 1024, bilateral symmetry of section is clear, with zodiacal emblems appearing to be the only non-repetitive elements.
Scale: ½” = 1 Foot
Details: “Drawing No. 6”
Size: 26” x 31”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black; inner portion of wall section highlighted in yellow pencil.
Materials Noted: Lead at base; concrete noted to be poured above caskets following interment.
Style / Design Details: Meander and egg-shaped dentil patterning along interior entablature above embedded columns; sarcophagi indicated in marble.
Further Notes: Roof slabs noted with weights – “36 Tons” and “20 tons.”
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item M in this series.
Condition: Very brittle throughout with holes at the top and tears along the top, left, and right edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction; stamped in the lower right corner and signed/dated in pen by WCG (William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood).
Materials Noted: See Item M in this series.
Style / Design Details: See Item M in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: [order no.] 08723 [drawing no.] 1023.
Size: 27”x 34”
Condition: Lower left portion of title block torn and missing; some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black with dimensions in red.
Materials Noted: Slate and Marble; “Pink granite [in] eggshell finish; bronze grille and sashes; bronze door.
Style / Design Details: Bilaterally and radically (minus door) symmetrical.
Scale: ½” = 1 Foot
Details: “Drawing No. 1”
Size: 26”x 31”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black; inner portion of wall section highlighted in yellow pencil; dimensioning in orange pencil; marginal sketch in pencil, possibly of alternative column detail section.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Style / Design Details: Classical lateral symmetry [beaux-arts/classical revival].
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: See Item P in this series.
Condition: Very brittle throughout with tears along all four edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction; stamped in the lower right corner and signed/dated in pen by WCG (William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood).
Materials Noted: See Item P in this series.
Style / Design Details: See Item P in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: See Item P in this series.
Condition: Exremely brittle throughout numerous tears and creases along the edges and into the drawing.
Markings / Misc. Text: See Item R in this series.
Materials Noted: See Item P in this series.
Style / Design Details: See Item P in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: [order no.] 8723 [drawing no.] 2067; Drawn by “CFK.”
Size: 34” x 27”
Condition: Some wrinkling and folding at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black with dimensions in red; notes in pencil (areas?) added to drawing.
Materials Noted: Gravel pockets at drains.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item T in this series.
Condition: Each copy is extremely brittle with multiple tears and creases and portions missing.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction; stamped in the lower right corner and signed/dated in pen by WCG (William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood).
Materials Noted: See Item T in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: [order no.] 8723 [drawing no.] 2068; Drawn by “CFK.”
Size: 27” x 34”
Condition: Some folded corners and wrinkling/wear across edges; in relatively good condition.
Markings / Misc. Text: In pencil at lower right corner – “4300 ea. ft”
Materials Noted: Granite, tile drain pipe.
Style / Design Details: Four sectional details in drawing.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details See Item V in this series.
Condition: Both copies are extremely brittle with massive tears and deep creases. One copy has portions missing from the bottom edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction
Materials Noted: See Item V in this series.
Style / Design Details: See Item V in this series.
Scale: Not stated [¾” = 1 Foot]
Details: No drawing number assigned.
Size: 15.5” x 23”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black; marginal sketch in pencil, indicating revision of funerary swag.
Materials Noted: None specified; however, marble indicated through drawing.
Style / Design Details: Funerary swag (double to triple drape, all with rosettes) in frieze; Verticals at either size adorned with bronze-framed marble panels.
Scale: Not stated [¾” = 1 Foot]
Details: No drawing number assigned.
Size: 15.5” x 23”
Condition: Some folding and wear at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Hand drawn on drafting linen, inked in black. Notes in pencil – “omit vases”, “omit torches”, and calculations including “$300”
Materials Noted: None specified.
Style / Design Details: Four Grecian roses above entablature; Funerary swag (single drape, some with rosettes) in frieze; unadorned panels.
Scale: 1' = 1'
Details: Two small plans are shown - the horizontal section at "B-B" and the vertical section at "A-A."
Condition: Brittle with a small tear in the top edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Blueprint reproduction. Approved by WCG (William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood) on April 15, 1918 (written in pencil in the lower right corner).
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, marble.
Details: This 13-page document includes instructions on the construction of and materials for the Harder Mausoleum and includes an index on the title page.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on bond paper.
Materials Noted: Atlas cement; River or Lake or washed bank sand; Barre, Vermont granite; Balfour pink granite; Light Grey Pink Tennessee egg shell finish; Medusa or Atlas White Portland cement; bronze; Blanco Italian marble, glass.
Notes/Markings: Each page is stamped, signed, and dated in pen by WCG [William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood]. Some pages have notes crossed out or added in red pen.
Condition: Title page is discolored and torn into two pieces. Majority of pages are brittle.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “Design no. 3330, Lot 36008”
Size: 19” x 25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “Lingard 36008” on reverse in pencil.
Condition: Deep crease 5.25” from right edge; embrittled and torn along fold. Edges are torn and embrittled. Holes from staple binding.
Design/Style: Carved stone stairway for mausoleum.
Size: 8.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Typewritten in black ink on bond paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Condition: Embrittled, yellowed, corners folded, small tears from binding holes.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [4/27/27]
Details: “Shipping point: Bush Terminal, Brooklyn, NY:”
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Ausable granite, Stony Creek granite, “Mausoleum—BUFF-IND—limestone”.
Notes/Markings: “Mortise and Tenon” label on steeple. “4” on lower right corner.
Condition: Good overall condition. One fold on upper left corner, staple holes at top, some creasing down center line.
Design/Style: Gothic style. Cross with steeple, circular window with crest.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [4/27/27]
Details: “DWG No. 27162, O – 23720”.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Cross-hatching on several stones on left side.
Condition: Good overall condition. Staple holes at top, crease down center line.
Design/Style: Gothic style. Cross with steeple, center window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [4/27/27]
Details: “DWG No. 27162, O – 23720”.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “Mortise and Tenon” on steeple.
Condition: Good overall condition. Crease down center line, staple holes at top, some residue at upper right.
Design/Style: Three steps at entrance, one vault visible at floor level. Materials denoted with speckling and cross-hatching.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [4/27/27]
Details: None.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “False joints similar to opposite side”. Floor level marked.
Condition: Good overall condition. Crease down center line, staple holes at top.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [4/27/27]
Details: “DWG No. 27162, O – 23720”.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Limestone interior, slate.
Notes/Markings: “1’ 3” – may be changed on job later”.
Condition: Good overall condition. Crease down center line, staple holes at top.
Design/Style: Vents marked in eaves.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [4/27/27]
Details: “DWG No. 27162, O – 23720”.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished pink stone, creek granite floor.
Notes/Markings: “Doors swing in”. Noted on original: “Added 6/17/ 27 – 3’0” seat” (on 2 copies).
Condition: Good overall condition. Staple holes at lower left, tear on right.
Design/Style: Vault visible in center of mausoleum with overlaid cross.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [4/27/27]
Details: “DWG No. 27162, O – 23720”.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze vents.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good overall condition. Crease down center line, staple holes at top.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 5/6/27
Details: “Sketch showing foundations for seats at back of screen wall”. (On 2 copies.)
Size: 29” x 36”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Red pencil markings on one copy; pencil check marks on one copy. Stamped on reverse: “RECEIVED The Green-Wood Cemetery Jul 14 9:41 AM 27 BROOKLYN, NY”. Handwritten in pencil on reverse: “Greenwood”. Calculations in pencil on reverse.
Condition: Good overall condition.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: August 1928
Details: None.
Size: 24” x 33”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Handwritten in pencil: “NOT approved”.
Condition: Folds and some tears on edges.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: September 1928
Details: “George S. McAlpin Memorial – Green-Wood Cemetery Brooklyn New York –Mausoleum by Presbrey Leland Studios New York City: No. 50-M”.
Size: 22” x 32”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Plants.
Notes/Markings: “Stepping stones with hatched edges are existing.”
Condition: Folds and creasing.
Design/Style: Layout of path and lawn around mausoleum with plant species specified.
Scale: n/a
Date: June 23, 1927
Details: Note accompanying architectural drawings with list of enclosed documents.
Size: 4.5” x 8.25”
Drawing Material: Handwritten note on stationery with Presbrey-Leland Company letterhead.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Handwritten at bottom: “2 copies of plan of building showing seat, overlooked sending these with other plans yesterday.” Stamped on reverse: “The Green-Wood Cemetery, Jun 24 9:41 AM 27/ BROOKLYN, NY”.
Condition: Some wrinkling and creasing.
Scale: n/a
Date: July 12, 1927
Details: On letterhead: “The Presbrey-Leland Company Designers and Workers in Stone”. Letter accompanying corrected foundation plan, notes Mr. Legner, superintendent of construction, and Mr. Hebbler from Presbrey-Leland. Signed in ink by C.S. Sampson.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Typed letter on paper with Presbrey-Leland letterhead, signed in ink.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped on reverse: “Received The Green-Wood Cemetery Jul 14 9:41 AM 27/ BROOKLYN, NY”.
Condition: Some wrinkling and creasing.
Scale: n/a
Date: April 25, 1927
Details: Typewritten in standard form document.
Size: 8.25” x 10.5”
Drawing Material: Typewritten on watermarked paper bound with three metal clips.
Materials Noted: Buff Indiana limestone, limestone sarcophagus slab and sides, stony creek granite, bronze grille and door, concrete foundation, glass, slate.
Notes/Markings: To be completed by November 1, 1927. “To be erected for: Mrs. George S. McAlpin, 15 Park Ave, New York, NY”.
Condition: Some smudges on cover, upper left corner folded.
Date: January 15, 1925
Scale: 1” = 1 Foot
Details: Design No. 3218 A; Sizes 12’6” x 15’2” x 16’2”
Drawing Size: Approx. 20” x 25”
Condition: Discoloration and embrittlement along all edges; corners are folded, with some tearing; horizontal wrinkling across drawing.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black at lower-right: “Approved Jany. 15, 1925 H.C. Nail. Supt.”
Materials Noted: None.
Style / Design Details: Vertically symmetrical neoclassical/Egyptian revival design; four-coursed flat roofline. Entrance is flanked by two iconic columns set inside two engaged, square pilasters with egg and dart detailing in the capitals. Door is composed of two symmetric panels (1:5 width to height ratio of vertical frames) decorated with leaf carvings; inside of this are set two cast [bronze] circles at top and bottom – top circle is carved in the manner of a wreath with drooping leaves at either side. Family name is carved above the entrance into the architrave.
Further Notes: Blueprint reproduction on paper. ALL Polak drawings (1-6) are in bound set, fastened at upper edge with brass bracket at center with staples across the upper edge (3 in total)
Date: January 15, 1925
Scale: 1” = 1 Foot
Details: Design No. 3218 A
Drawing Size: Approx. 20” x 25”
Condition: Discoloration and embrittlement along all edges; fading along right edge from light exposure
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black at lower-right: “Approved 1/ 15/25 H.C.N.”
Materials Noted: Bronze ventilators and joint covers
Style / Design Details: Symmetrically stepped four-coursed roofline. Egg and dart detail of pilaster capital extends across the side.
Date: January 15, 1925
Scale: 1” = 1 Foot
Details: Design No. 3218 A
Drawing Size: Approx. 20” x 25”
Condition: Discoloration and embrittlement along all edges; bottom edge is torn and darkened.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black at lower-right: “Approved 1/ 15/25 H.C.N.”
Materials Noted: None.
Style / Design Details: Vertically symmetrical, with window placed at center; two courses below first course of roof, one course below architrave level at front.
Date: January 15, 1925
Scale: 1” = 1 Foot
Details: Design No. 3218 A
Drawing Size: Approx. 20” x 25”
Condition: Discoloration and embrittlement along all edges; particular wear at lower edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black at lower-right: “Approved 1/ 15/25 H.C.N.”
Materials Noted: Cast-bronze ventilating ceiling rosette; art glass with protecting plate glass in bronze frame.
Style / Design Details: Vertically symmetrical design. Uppermost two roof courses indicated as solid granite slabs.
Further Notes: Noted in black ink – In foundation: reduction in vent width from 1’9” to 1’6” on either side below catacombs, thus 8” wide concrete instead of 5” set within outermost granite slabs at foundation edges.
Date: January 15, 1925
Scale: 1” = 1 Foot
Details: Design No. 3218 A
Drawing Size: Approx. 20” x 25”
Condition: Discoloration and embrittlement along all edges; particular wear at lower edge with tears and folding.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black at lower-right: “Approved 1/ 15/25 H.C.N.”
Materials Noted: Cast bronze rosettes with marble centers for handles
Style / Design Details: Three courses of flat roof slabs above cornice line; iconic column and angle pilaster shown in detail; cornice line detail carved into lower quarter of masonry blocks comprising first course of roof structure.
Date: January 15, 1925
Scale: 1” = 1 Foot
Details: Design No. 3218 A
Drawing Size: Approx. 20” x 25”
Condition: Discoloration and embrittlement along all edges, with particular damage along left edge. Tears, folding, and discoloration along left edge. Large wrinkle along left lower quadrant. Staining (from spill or dirt) at lower edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed in black at lower-right: “Approved 1/ 15/25 H.C.N.”
Materials Noted: Bronze doors. Polished granite floor; marble shelf; slate; Art glass with protecting plate glass in bronze frame; Brick wall infill.
Further Notes: Blueprint copy notes 1” thick; red ink corrects this dimension to ¼”. On reverse noted in blue pencil: “Polak”; in red pencil: “3218-A”
Date: February 20, 1925
Scale: 1” = 1 Foot for all drawing but axon; axon is ¼” = 1 Foot.
Details: None
Drawing Size: Approx. 26” x 28”
Condition: Deep fold lines across entire drawing, with tears, discoloration and damage along fold lines. Numerous tears along edges; holes from staples along right edge; discoloration and embrittling throughout.
Markings / Misc. Text: On reverse, drawing is stamped “Received / The Green-Wood Cemetery / Feb. 20, 9:11 AM 25 / Brooklyn, New York.” In pencil is noted “Polak 36449”
Style / Design Details: Axonometric drawing is atypical among foundation drawings (interesting from a drawing conventions standpoint).
Scale: n/a
Details: Legal-size vertically bound, typewritten document, 3 pages in length; bound at top-center with one bracket.
Size: 13” x 8.5”
Condition: Folding along left edge; slight discoloration and embrittlement along right edge; holes along top edge from binding [w/ arch. drawings.
Markings / Misc. Text: No marginal notes, unsigned.
Materials Noted: Portland cement; Concord granite; Bronze; Pink Tennessee marble; Copper screens; Pennsylvania ribbon slate; copper anchors; “Art Glass” window; protective plate glass window.
Style / Design Details: No drawings included.
Copy 1:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 4/14/32
Details: “29191”, “32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at vertical and horizontal center lines, with some wrinkling and warping along folds. Embrittled with small tears along edges.
Design/Style: Egyptian-influenced design. Post and lintel construction with low, wide profile. Two fluted Doric columns flank entrance; door is bronze grille, with lion head door handle. Two low rectangular planters and either side of entrance at front corners.
Copy 2:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 4/14/32
Details: “29191”, “design no. 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at vertical and horizontal center lines, with some wrinkling and warping along folds. Embrittled with small tears along edges.
Design/Style: Egyptian-influenced design, post and lintel construction with low, wide profile. Two fluted Doric columns flank entrance; door is bronze grille, with lion head door handle. Two low rectangular planters at either side of entrance at front corners.
Copy 3:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 4/14/32
Details: “29191”, “design no. 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at vertical and horizontal center lines, with some wrinkling and warping along folds.
Design/Style: Egyptian revival influenced design, post and lintel construction with low, wide profile. Two fluted Doric columns flank entrance; door is bronze grille, with lion head door handle. Two low rectangular planters at either side of entrance at front corners.
Copy 4:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 4/14/32
Details: “29191”, “Design no. 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at vertical and horizontal center lines, with some wrinkling and warping along folds.
Design/Style: Egyptian revival influenced design. Post and lintel construction with low, wide profile. Two fluted Doric columns flank entrance, door is bronze grille, with lion head door handle. Two low rectangular planters at either side of entrance at front corners.
Copy 1:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Order 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Granite floor. Polished surface.” Slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at center vertically and horizontally. Small holes along edge from staples. Warping and creasing at center.
Design/Style: Two Doric columns flank entrance, set inside corner pilasters that extend outwards from front elevation, to form a frame of entrance. Two planters or urns are placed diagonally outwards from corner pilasters.
Copy 2:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Order 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Granite floor, polished surface.” Slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at center vertically and horizontally.
Design/Style: Two Doric columns flank entrance, set inside corner pilasters that extend outwards from front elevation, to form a frame of entrance. Two planters or urns are placed diagonally outwards from corner pilasters.
Copy 3:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Order 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Granite floor, polished surface.” Slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at center vertically and horizontally. Weakening along fold lines.
Design/Style: Two Doric columns flank entrance, set inside corner pilasters that extend outwards from front elevation to form a frame of entrance. Two pilasters are placed diagonally outwards from corner pilasters.
Copy 4:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Order 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Granite floor, polished surface.” Slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at center vertically and horizontally. Weakening and warping along fold lines.
Design/Style: Two Doric columns flank entrance, set inside corner pilasters that extend outward from front elevation to form a frame of entrance. Two planters are placed diagonally outward from corner pilasters.
Copy 1:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Order 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at center, vertically and horizontally. Small holes at edge from staples. Embrittled, with small tears along edges.
Design/Style: Three courses of rusticated ashlar masonry—middle course runs nearly full length of building. Rectilinear, simple design.
Copy 2:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “O. 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at center vertically and horizontally. Small holes at edge from staples. Embrittled, with small tears along edges.
Design/Style: Three courses of rusticated ashlar masonry. Middle course runs nearly full length of building. Rectilinear, simple design.
Copy 3:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “O. 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at center vertically and horizontally. Small holes at edge from staples. Some warping and wrinkling along fold lines.
Design/Style: Three courses of rusticated ashlar masonry. Middle course runs nearly full length of building. Rectilinear, simple design.
Copy 4:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “O. 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at center vertically and horizontally. Small holes at edge from staples. Some warping and wrinkling along fold lines.
Design/Style: Three courses of rusticated ashlar masonry—middle course runs nearly full length of building. Rectilinear, simple design.
Copy 1:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “O. 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished Alabama cream marble, bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Some wrinkling and warping at center to lower edge. Fold lines across center horizontally and center vertically, with discoloration on reverse along folds. Edges embrittled with small tears.
Design/Style: Doric column at front, low ceiling, no vestibule area for visitors at interior. Three catacombs high.
Copy 2:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “O. 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished Alabama cream marble, bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at vertical and horizontal center lines, with some warping and wrinkling along folds.
Design/Style: Doric column at front, low ceiling, no vestibule area for visitors at interior (only intercatacomb space—no seat, etc.). Three catacombs high.
Copy 3:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “O. 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished Alabama cream marble, bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at vertical and horizontal center lines, with some warping and wrinkling along folds.
Design/Style: Fluted Doric column at front, low ceiling, no vestibule area for visitors at interior. (Only intercatacomb space—no seat, etc.) Catacombs 3 high.
Copy 4:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “O. 29191”, “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished Alabama cream marble, bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Fold lines at vertical and horizontal center lines, with some warping and wrinkling along folds.
Design/Style: Fluted Doric column at front, low ceiling, no vestibule area for visitors at interior. (Only intercatacomb space—no seat, etc.) Catacombs 3 high.
Copy 1:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Creases along center lines horizontally and vertically. Embrittled with small tears and folds along corners.
Design/Style: Egyptian revival influenced design—low and wide, post and lintel construction. Three catacombs high at either side.
Copy 2:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Creases along center lines horizontally and vertically. Embrittled with small tears along edges.
Design/Style: Egyptian revival influenced design—low and wide, post and lintel construction. Three catacombs high at either side.
Copy 3:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”, “29191 Reynolds”, “2 sets plans/ 2 fdn plans—for Cem.”
Condition: Creases along center lines horizontally and vertically. Embrittled with small tears along edges.
Design/Style: Egyptian revival influenced design—low and wide, post and lintel construction. Three catacombs high at either side.
Copy 4:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “Design 32092”
Size: 16” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Creases along center lines, horizontally and vertically. Embrittled with small tears along edges.
Design/Style: Egyptian revival influenced design—low and wide, post and lintel construction. Three catacombs high at either side.
Copy 1:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “29191” noted in stamped title block.
Size: 19” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Numerous calculations in graphite on reverse. “37363” written on reverse. Numerous X marks across foundation plan drawing.
Condition: Deep creases throughout drawing, roughly dividing into twelfths. Tears along fold lines, as well as discoloration and weakening. Embrittled. Small tears.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Copy 2:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “no. 29191” noted in stamped title block.
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Two major horizontal fold lines; one central vertical fold line.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Copy 3:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: “no. 29191” noted in stamped title block.
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Two major horizontal fold lines, one central vertical fold line, some wrinkling and warping throughout. Embrittled edges, with small tears.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Copy 4:
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1932
Details: Order no. 29191 noted in stamped title block.
Size: 16” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in graphite: “37363”.
Condition: Four major horizontal fold lines, one central vertical fold line, warping along folds. Embrittled edges, with small tears and folds at edges.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: September 26, 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil at lower right: “Approved 9/26/27 HC Nail Supt”.
Condition: Relatively good. Small row of holes at upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Classical Greek chapel style design. Pitched roof, unadorned tympanum, articulated roof block at peak. Name inscribed in architrave. Angle pilasters and Tuscan columns at front.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil at lower right: “Approved 9/26/27 HC Nail Supt”.
Condition: Relatively good. Small row of holes at upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Rear elevation comprised of two large masonry blocks. Unadorned tympanum, articulated roof block at peak. Window placed centrally at rear.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: September 26, 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil at lower right: “Approved 9/26/27 by H.C. Nail Supt”.
Condition: Relatively good. Small row of holes from staple binding along upper edge.
Design/Style: Side elevation composed of two large masonry units that span the full length of the building.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: September 26, 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze grille, stained glass.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil at lower right: “Approved 9/26/27 HC Nail Supt”.
Condition: Relatively good. Small row of holes from staple binding.
Design/Style: Classic Greek chapel design. One catacomb either side. Open space at front edge of catacombs near front wall.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: September 26, 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil: “Approved 9/26/27 by HC Nail Supt”.
Condition: Relatively good. Small row of holes from staple binding.
Design/Style: Four catacombs high at either side.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: September 26, 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil at lower right: “Approved 9/26/27 HC Nail Supt”.
Condition: Relatively good. Small row of holes from staple binding at edge.
Design/Style: Four catacombs high. Tuscan columns at front entrance.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: September 26, 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil at lower right: “Approved 9/26/27 HC Nail Supt”. On reverse in pencil: “36837 Ritzheimer”.
Condition: Relatively good. Small row of holes along upper edge from staple binding.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In pencil on reverse: "E.S. Sunny, N.O. Meadow"
Condition: Relatively good. Holes from staple binding.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Scale ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1927
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None.
Condition: Relatively good. Holes from staple binding.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: ca. 1927
Details: No architect noted.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None on recto—on verso “Ritzheimer 36837”.
Condition: Discolored on reverse. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Symmetric plan, placed centrally on lot.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: ca. 1927
Details: No architect noted.
Size: 15” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None.
Condition: Discolored on reverse. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Symmetric plan, placed centrally on lot.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: August 13, 1926
Details: No title block.
Size: 9.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Hand drawn—graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Edges and center line are torn and yellowed.
Design/Style: Symmetric plan placed centrally on lot.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: August 13, 1926
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right: “Approved Aug. 13 1926 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small row of holes at upper edge from staple binding. Edges yellowed, particularly lower edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Stacked slab roof, slightly angled roof slabs with 2’ cross at peak. Heavy rusticated ashlar masonry, two slabs oriented vertically at front corners. Doorframe appears as smooth stone (i.e. not rusticated) with family name carved in raised letters above door.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: August 13, 1926
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right: “Approver Aug. 13 1926 by H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small row of holes at upper edge from staple binding. Edges yellowed, especially lower edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Small window placed centrally below architrave. Stacked slab roof with slightly angled roof slabs; 2’ cross at peak. Heavy rusticated ashlar masonry, two slabs oriented vertically at rear corners.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: August 13, 1926
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right: “Approver Aug. 13 1926 by H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small row of holes at upper edge from staple binding. Edges yellowed, especially lower edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Windowless side elevation. Large rusticated masonry units.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: August 13, 1926
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, stained glass, bronze grille.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right: “Approver Aug. 13 1926 by H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small row of holes at upper edge from staple binding. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Two catacombs lengthwise at either side, with wide intercatacomb space at center. Art glass window placed centrally at rear. Approximately 2:3 width/length ratio.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: August 13, 1926
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right: “Approver Aug. 13 1926 by H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small row of holes at upper edge from staple binding. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Five catacombs high at either side. Small altar under window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: August 13, 1926
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze, stained glass.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right: “Approver Aug. 13 1926 by H.C. Nail Supt.” Corrected dimensions denoted in roof blocks.
Condition: Small row of holes at upper edge from staple binding. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Five catacombs high, two catacombs long, twenty total. Small altar under window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: August 13, 1926
Details: No title block.
Size: 15” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed in black ink at lower right: “Approver Aug. 13 1926 by H.C. Nail Supt.” Noted on reverse in pencil: “Rosanelli Vault Lot 36718 Sec. 192”.
Condition: Small row of holes at upper edge from staple binding. Edges yellowed, especially lower edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Small window placed centrally below architrave. Stacked slab roof with slightly angled roof slabs; 2’ cross at peak. Heavy rusticated ashlar masonry, two slabs oriented vertically at rear corners.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: “Contract No. 25990 Design No. 27902”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Barre Granite.
Notes/Markings: Pencil notations along right edge of dimensions.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Embrittled with small tears along edges. Slight warping and wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Cast panel entrance door with carved rectangular panel inset above door. Two Tuscan columns with Roman Corinthian capitals flank door. Angle pilasters at corners, in plane with architrave. “Thomas F. Smallman” incised in frieze. Projecting cornice and flat roofline. Three steps of nearly full width from grade to entrance level.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: “Contract No. 25990 Design No. 27902”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Barre Granite.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Slight warping and wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Cast panel entrance door with carved rectangular panel inset above door. Two Tuscan columns with Roman Corinthian capitals flank door. Angle pilasters at corners, in plane with architrave. “Thomas F. Smallman” incised in frieze. Projecting cornice and flat roofline. Three steps of nearly full width from grade to entrance level.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “O. 25990 Design No. 27902”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Brick, polished granite floor.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Slight warping and wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Two columns set inside angle pilasters at either side of entrance doors. Catacombs comprise full length of building’s interior space. Window placed centrally at rear wall, with carved seat with egg-and-dart detailing placed below window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “O. 25990 Design No. 27902”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Brick, polished granite floor.
Notes/Markings: Pencil notations along right edge of dimensions.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Slight warping and wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style. Two columns set inside angle pilasters at either side of entrance doors. Catacombs comprise full length of building’s interior space. Window placed centrally at rear wall, with carved seat with egg-and-dart detailing placed below window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “Design No. 27902 - 25990”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze vents.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Slight warping and wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Angle pilasters at front. Side elevation is drawn with no definition of distinct masonry units, possibly indicating one monolithic plane of stone to comprise side elevation. Projecting cornice and flat roofline.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “Design No. 27902 - 25990”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze vents.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Slight warping and wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Angle pilasters at front. Side elevation is drawn with no definition of distinct masonry units, possibly indicating one monolithic plane of stone to comprise side elevation. Projecting cornice and flat roofline.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “Design No. 27902 - 25990”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Slight warping and wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Window placed centrally at rear façade. Rear façade appears to be of several distinct planes of stone, slightly unusual shapes and sizes of stone (i.e. large window header extending to architrave). Projecting cornice and flat roofline.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “Design No. 27902 - 25990”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Very slight wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Window placed centrally at rear façade. Rear façade appears to be of several distinct planes of stone, slightly unusual shapes and sizes of stone (i.e. large window header extending to architrave). Projecting cornice and flat roofline.
I. “Transverse Section” (copy 1)
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “Design No. 27902 - 25990”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Very slight wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Three catacombs high on either side. Window placed centrally with carved bench placed below. Acanthus leaf and egg-and-dart detailing on bench.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “Design No. 27902 - 25990”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Very slight wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Three catacombs high on either side. Window placed centrally with carved bench placed below. Acanthus leaf and egg-and-dart detailing on bench.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “Design No. 27902 - 25990”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Very slight wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Tuscan column with Roman Corinthian capital at entrance. Catacombs stacked three high, with bronze rosette handles. Low bench under rear window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: In title block: “Design No. 27902 - 25990”
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Holes along upper edge from binding. Very slight wrinkling throughout.
Design/Style: Tuscan column with Roman Corinthian capital at entrance. Catacombs stacked three high, with bronze rosette handles. Low bench under rear window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: Composite—5 views.
Size: 26” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: Pencil notations throughout of dimensions. Written in lower right corner in blue pencil: “Void Bottruells 6/14/29”. Noted on reverse in pencil, in two places: “Smallman fdn”.
Condition: Embrittled with numerous tears throughout. Holes in upper edge from binding. Right edge especially torn. Upper edge is warped and wrinkled.
Design/Style: 5-view plan and elevation.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1929
Details: Composite—5 views.
Size: 26” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: Written in lower right in blue pencil: “Void Bottruells 6/14/29”. Noted on reverse in graphite: “37057”, also calculations of dimensions.
Condition: Embrittled with numerous tears throughout. Lower corners torn and missing. Right edge especially torn and discolored. Holes in upper edge from binding. Upper edge warped and wrinkled.
Design/Style: 5-view plan and elevation.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: “Rev[ised] 6/15/29”
Details: Composite—6 views—plan, 4 elevations, one axonometric.
Size: 26” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: Numerous notes in plan drawing made in red pencil regarding dimensions; other similar on elevation and axonometric. On reverse stamped in red ink: “Received/ The Green-Wood Cemetery/ June 20 9:08AM 29/ Brooklyn, New York”.
Condition: Embrittled with numerous tears throughout. Upper edge warped and wrinkled. Holes in upper edge from binding. Lower edge has many small tears. Deep fold lines at center lines vertically and horizontally with weakening and discoloration along fold lines.
Design/Style: Plan with four elevations, with perspective view at upper right.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: “Rev[ised] 6/15/29”
Details: Composite—6 views—plan, 4 elevations, one axonometric.
Size: 26” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: Notes on dimensions made in pencil across plan drawing. On reverse stamped in red ink: “Received/ The Green-Wood Cemetery/ June 20 9:08AM 29/ Brooklyn, New York”.
Condition: Embrittled with numerous tears throughout. Upper edge warped and wrinkled. Holes in upper edge from binding. Lower edge torn and folded. Numerous fold lines across document—3 vertical, 3 horizontal—with weakening and staining along fold lines.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: June 22, 1929
Details: Handwritten title block.
Size: 15” x 16”
Drawing Material: Hand drawn sketch on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Dimensional calculations at upper portion of drawing.
Condition: Holes at left edge from binding. Crease marks throughout—one vertical central crease, three horizontal. Embrittled, with torn edges.
Design/Style: Trapezoidal lot.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: 3 part drawing. Noted in lower left: “V.E. 1727”.
Size: 17” x 41”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: Signed in black ink: “Ok JW Sullivan”
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Left and right edges especially torn. Discolored, folded. 2” x 3.5” section of lower left corner torn and missing. Holes along right edge from binding.
Design/Style: Neoclassical/Beaux Arts design, with Richardsonian Romanesque touches on the stonework. Four courses (above base course) of rusticated ashlar masonry, roughly 2’ tall and 5’ long per masonry block. Two Tuscan columns flanking entrance, two squared pilasters at front corners, with Tuscan capitals. Family name is carved into architrave. Tympanum is unadorned, roof is pitched, with a raised, articulated central block. Double door at front entrance, with four-part grillework on upper portion, brass door handles below. Two low vases at front corners in front of pilasters.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: 3-part drawing. Noted in lower left: “V.E. 1727”.
Size: 17” x 38”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Edges cracked and torn. Wrinkled and warped near upper left corner. Tear and missing strip along left edge. No binding holes.
Design/Style: Neoclassical/Beaux Arts design with Richardsonian Romanesque touches on the stonework. Four courses (above base course) of rusticated ashlar masonry. Roughly 2’ tall and 5’ long per masonry block. Two Tuscan columns flanking entrance. Two squared pilasters at front corners, with Tuscan capitals. Family name is carved into architrave. Tympanum is unadorned, roof is pitched with a raised, articulated central block. Double door at front entrance, with four-part grillework on upper portion; brass door handle below. Two low vases at front corners in front of pilasters.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No date or title block. 3-part drawing.
Size: 17” x 41”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: No supplemental notes, but additional paper: two strips of scrap blueprint—3” x 11.5” and 3” x 13”—have been glued to the drawing at the foundation level of the front and side elevations, possibly indicating changes to the design, although side elevation is an ill-fit as a foundation or revised base course.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Edges cracked, torn, and folded severely. Small holes and tears along the right edge from previous binding.
Design/Style: Neoclassical/Beaux Arts design with Richardsonian Romanesque touches on the stonework. Four courses (above base course) of rusticated ashlar masonry, roughly 2’ tall and 5’ long per masonry block. Two Tuscan columns flanking entrance. Two squared pilasters at front corners, with Tuscan capitals. Family name is carved into architrave. Tympanum is unadorned; roof is pitched with a raised, articulated central block. Double door at front entrance, with four-part grillework on upper portion, brass door handle below. Two low vases at front corners in front of pilasters.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Noted in lower left: “V.E. 1727”.
Size: 17” x 41”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, slate, bronze, stained glass.
Note/Markings: Signed in black ink at lower left: “O.K. J.W. Sullivan”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Small tears along left and lower edges. Upper left corner folded and discolored/mildewed. Right edge folded sharply. Vertical center fold line, with horizontal tear running through fold line.
Design/Style: Central space is same width as double doors. Stained glass window at center of rear wall. Four chambers high on each side.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Noted in lower left: “V.E. 1727”.
Size: 17” x 41”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, slate, bronze, stained glass.
Note/Markings: No supplemental notes, but additional paper is pasted over the plan drawing near entrance, appearing to modify the front pilasters and doorway, though difficult to discern without removing the pasted paper.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. 1”-3” tears along right edge; holes along right edge from previous binding. Small tears and missing pieces along left, lower, and right edges.
Design/Style: Central space is same width as double doors. Stained glass window at center of rear wall. Four chambers high on either side.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Noted in lower left: “V.E. 1727”. Copy 2.
Size: 17” x 41”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, slate, bronze, stained glass.
Note/Markings: On reverse in pencil is noted: “Sullivan 33147 [number crossed out and amended to] 36388. In blue pencil: “Sullivan”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. 1”-3” tears along left and upper edges. Small holes along edges from binding. Left edge tattered and fragile. Reverse discolored, browned.
Design/Style: Central space same width as double doors. Stained glass window at center of rear wall. Four chambers high on either side.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No drawing number assigned.
Size: 16” x 25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: Dimensioning of plan added in pencil on blueprint: “9’9” circumference of lot [at center bottom] 7’4” [at upper left] 3’ 0” circumference of lot”. On reverse in pencil: “36388”.
Condition: Embrittlement and tearing at edges. Large tears across lower portion and through center bottom, repaired on reverse with archival tape.
Design/Style: Symmetrical foundation for two burials.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No drawing number assigned.
Size: 16” x 25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Note/Markings: In pencil on central portion of plan: “Solid”.
Condition: Embrittlement and tearing along edges. Large tear and fold at right edge.
Design/Style: Symmetrical plan for two burials.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No drawing number assigned.
Size: 16” x 25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: In pencil on reverse: “36388”.
Condition: Embrittlement and tearing at edges. Large tear from center top to middle and across—repaired on reverse with archival tape.
Design/Style: Symmetrical foundation for two burials.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No drawing number assigned.
Size: 18” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Note/Markings: In pencil, dimensioning corrected: 16’5” to 16’6”. Light sketched lines atop drawing.
Condition: Embrittlement, tearing, and discoloration at edges. 3” tear at center top edge toward center.
Design/Style: None discernible.
Date: “All work to be completed by May 30, 1924.”
Details: Legal size, vertically bound, typewritten document on white paper. Bound at top edge with metal brads. 9 pages long. Final page is missing lower portion.
Size: 13” x 8.5”
Drawing Material: Black ink typewritten on legal paper.
Materials Noted: Full description of material specifications.
Note/Markings: In graphite at cover page upper left: “Shaft of column polished.” In red pencil on cover page: “13467”. In graphite on reverse of last page: “13467”.
Date: November 8, 1924
Lot Number: 36456
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: In stapled packet of 7 drawings, bound at upper edge with fasteners
Drawing Size: 15” x 17”
Condition: Edges discolored / darkened. Embrittling throughout. Small tears along edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Stamped in blue ink, signed in black ink – “[Approved] 11/8 [19]24 [by] H.C.Nail [Superintendent].”
Materials Noted: Bronze.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Design Notes: Composed mainly of massive masonry. On large lintel stone with arched upper edge spurs above doorway and above panels to either side of doors. Family name is inscribed in large lintel stone. Two massive stone blocks span from grade level to top of lintel. Above lintel, is one shaped stone with pointed peak, spanning nearly full width of building. Roof course sits above this stone, composed of one peaked, angled stone at ridgeline and two longer slabs, one at either side, extending to edge of roof. Bronze double doors at front; two-panel design with round pulls. On either side of door are carved or cast panels with wreath and ribbon details.
Date: November 8, 1924
Lot Number: 36456
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: In stapled packet of 7 drawings, bound at upper edge with fasteners
Drawing Size: 15” x 17”
Condition: Edges discolored / darkened, particularly lower edge. Embrittling throughout. Small tears at center of lower edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Stamped in blue ink, signed in black ink – “[Approved] 11/8 [19]24 [by] H.C.Nail [Superintendent].”
Materials Noted: None specified.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Design Notes: Very simple, geometric design without significant historic referent. Relatively shallow pitched roof. Lower portion of building is composed of two vertical slabs at side, two horizontal slabs at center. One roughly pentagonal slab above, with single course of stone comprising roof at uppermost level. At center, set within second course of stone from bottom, is one window, composed of two vertical panels of grill-work, each panel composed of 4 squares of radiating lines.
Date: November 8, 1924
Lot Number: 36456
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: In stapled packet of 7 drawings, bound at upper edge with fasteners
Drawing Size: 15” x 17”
Condition: Embrittling throughout, Small tear at upper right-hand corner.
Markings / Misc. Text: Stamped in blue ink, signed in black ink – “[Approved] 11/8 [19]24 [by] H.C.Nail [Superintendent].” Several dimensions corrected at foundation level, on right side in pencil.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Design Notes: Side elevation composed primarily of two massive horizontal stone slabs, roughly 10’ long by 3’ high. Grade ascends roughly 2’ from front edge to back edge of building.
Date: November 8, 1924
Lot Number: 36456
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: In stapled packet of 7 drawings, bound at upper edge with fasteners
Drawing Size: 15” x 17”
Condition: Discoloration and embrittling along all edges. Small tears along lower edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Stamped in blue ink, signed in black ink – “[Approved] 11/8 [19]24 [by] H.C.Nail [Superintendent].” Dimensions corrected at foundation level in pencil.
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, marble, and granite.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Design Notes: Three vaults stacked floor to ceiling. Small marble ledge below window; marble ceiling panels.
Date: November 8, 1924
Lot Number: 36456
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: In stapled packet of 7 drawings, bound at upper edge with fasteners
Drawing Size: 15” x 17”
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Irregular marks on reverse, i.e. due to developing process [in a “wavy” pattern].
Markings / Misc. Text: Stamped in blue ink, signed in black ink – “[Approved] 11/8 [19]24 [by] H.C.Nail [Superintendent].” With pencil sketch on reverse, perhaps of hanger or attachment point.
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, marble and granite.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Design Notes: Three catacombs high on either side. Art glass window at rear of building is placed high on wall – from 4’ to 7’6”, while entrance door is 6’7” tall – thus a compressive/expansive effect and a highlighting of the art glass window.
Date: November 8, 1924
Lot Number: 36456
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: In stapled packet of 7 drawings, bound at upper edge with fasteners
Drawing Size: 15” x 17”
Condition: Discoloration / darkening particularly along right edge. Embrittiling throughout; small tears along edge.
Markings / Misc. Text: Stamped in blue ink, signed in black ink – “[Approved] 11/8 [19]24 [by] H.C.Nail [Superintendent].” On reverse in pencil, is noted “Texter 36456”
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, marble and granite.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Design Notes: Symmetric double-doors swing inward to either side. Interior space is roughly the same width as that of doorway. Art glass window at rear is slightly narrower.
Date: November 8, 1924
Lot Number: 36456
Scale: ¾” = 1 Foot
Details: In stapled packet of 7 drawings, bound at upper edge with fasteners
Drawing Size: 15” x 17”
Condition: 3 slight horizontal fold lines across body of drawing; on one vertical fold line up center ofdrawing. Embrittling around all edges,darkening/discoloration at upper ¼ of drawing.
Markings / Misc. Text: Stamped in blue ink, signed in black ink – “[Approved] 11/8 [19]24 [by] H.C.Nail [Superintendent].” On reverse in blue pencil is written “Texter Vault Foundation Plan”
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, marble and granite.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Design Notes: Laterally symmetric design. Projecting steps at front.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Date: ca. 1924
Details: Pencil sketch on small sheet of paper—appears to be a revision to previous plan.
Size: 5.5” x 8.5”
Drawing Material: Graphite on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Numerous sketches and calculations on both front and back.
Condition: Previously folded into eighths; worn and stained along fold lines. Holes along edges from staples as well brad bindings.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1924
Details: Two views on drawing.
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: Marble, slate, glass, granite.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slight discoloration at edges. Holes along upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Classical revival with Egyptian revival style flat roofline. Four catacombs stacked at either side, 8 total. Window placed centrally at back wall.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1924
Details: Two views on drawing.
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Pencil marks indicating grade line. “Torrio 36321” on reverse in pencil.
Condition: Holes along left edge from binding. Discoloration on reverse and at edge.
Design/Style: Classical revival with Egyptian revival style flat roofline. Meander carving at cornice line. Name inscribed in architrave. Urns on pedestals at either side of entrance. Cast double doors. No window at side elevation. Flat roofline.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: February 3, 1924
Details: Reproduction appears smaller than original size, slightly cut off at upper edge.
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, granite.
Notes/Markings: Several penciled alteration noted on drawing near steps.
Condition: Top and bottom edges folded with wear along fold lines. Horizontal fold line across middle of drawing. Discolored at upper edge.
Design/Style: Four catacombs stacked on either side comprise full depth of mausoleum. Intercatacomb space is only interior space for visitors.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1924
Details: Two views on drawing.
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: Marble, granite, slate.
Notes/Markings: Numerous pencil notes on foundation plan re: lot lines, in relation to foundation edge. Stamped on reverse in blue ink: “A Faranda & Son”.
Condition: Drawing has previously been folded into eighths, with deep crease lines with wear both vertically and horizontally.
Design/Style: Nearly square in plan, symmetrical design.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: No standard title block.
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at lower right: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small holes from binding at upper edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style design. Two fluted Tuscan columns flank entrance. Cast metal door of draped female figure. Name inscribed in frieze. Pitched roof. Uninscribed tympanum.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: No standard title block.
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze, stained glass.
Notes/Markings: In black ink: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small holes from binding at upper edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Symmetrical design of Greek chapel style. Art glass window, placed centrally at rear wall. Two fluted Tuscan columns flank entrance. Marble seat below window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: No standard title block.
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at lower right: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small holes from binding at upper edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Symmetrical Greek chapel style design. Tuscan angle pilasters. Window with bronze grille placed centrally.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: No standard title block.
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at lower right: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small holes from binding at upper edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style design. Tuscan angle pilasters at corners. Windowless side elevation.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: No standard title block.
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at lower right: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small holes from binding at upper edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style design. Four catacombs high at either side. Window and bench at rear wall.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: No standard title block.
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at lower right: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small holes from binding at upper edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Greek chapel style design. Fluted Tuscan columns at entrance. Four catacombs tall. Marble bench under window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: 4 view—plan, section, front and side elevations.
Size: 13.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at lower right: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Small holes from binding at upper edge. Relatively good condition.
Design/Style: Symmetrical, orthogonal.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: No standard title block.
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In black ink at lower right: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.” Numerous marks and notes in graphite on drawing indicating foundation corners. On reverse in blue pencil: “Lot #36249 Sec G Wesselman Vault”. In graphite: “Wesselman 36249”.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: 6/9/26
Details: Hand drawn sketch.
Size: 14.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In black ink: “Approved 6/9/26 H.C. Nail Supt.”
Condition: Embrittled and torn, especially at lower and upper edges. Yellowed at top and edges.
Design/Style: Symmetric.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [illegible] ‘01
Details: Handwritten title block, date is illegible. “Cottrell” is noted at lower left. Signatures of Margaret P. Daly and Eugene Cushman are reproduced at lower edge.
Size: 22” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Photo duplication on mylar of blueprint (i.e. tears, holes, etc. in blueprint are reproduced in mylar copy.)
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Reproduction bears the imperfections of the document it is copied from, but the copy itself is in good condition.
Style / Design Details: Beaux-arts style in the peaked Romanesque roofline. Classical cornice line with dentils and unadorned frieze. Two large Ionic columns with echinus and foliage detailing at the capitals are placed in front of wider pilasters. Three steps lead to the entrance, which is flanked by two scale versions of identical Ionic columns with echinus and foliage detail. Double door with two panels, each upper panel fitted with scale-shaped grille, with brass knocker between upper and lower panel of each door. Detailed scrollwork (i.e. of brass, etc.) in arched panel above door. Large Romanesque cross at roof peak.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [illegible] ‘01
Details: Handwritten title block, date is illegible. “Cottrell” is noted at lower left. Signatures of Margaret P. Daly and Eugene Cushman are reproduced at lower edge.
Size: 22” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in round blue stamp: “Copied by the Peerless BluePrint Co, 121 West 24th St., New York. Telephone connection.”
Condition: Embrittling and small tears along all edges. Larger tears along right edges at top, center, and toward bottom. 4” tear at center bottom edge. All tears repaired on reverse with non-archival tape.
Style / Design Details: Beaux-arts style in the peaked Romanesque roofline. Classical cornice line with dentils and unadorned frieze. Two large Ionic columns with echinus and foliage detailing at the capitals are placed in front of wider pilasters. Three steps lead to the entrance, which is flanked by two scale versions of identical Ionic columns with echinus and foliage detail. Double door with two panels, each upper panel fitted with scale-shaped grille, with brass knocker between upper and lower panel of each door. Detailed scrollwork (i.e. of brass, etc.) in arched panel above door. Large Romanesque cross at roof peak.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Handwritten title block.
Size: 22” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamp on reverse of the Peerless BluePrint Co. Handwritten in pencil on reverse: “Daly” and “20885”
Condition: Embrittling and tearing along all edges. Lower edge wrinkled and torn, particularly at center. Several pieces missing along upper edge and right edge. Several tears repaired on reverse with non-archival tape.
Style / Design Details: Large window with semicircular arch placed centrally at rear elevation above base courses of masonry. Ornamental grillework of interlacing scrolls above closely spaced vertical bars.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Handwritten title block.
Size: 22” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Margaret P. Daly and Eugene Cushman’s signatures appear at lower edge. Cottrell signed at lower left. Stamp on reverse of the Peerless BluePrint Co.
Condition: Embrittling and tearing along all edges. Lower edge wrinkled and torn, lower left corner particularly embrittled. Small holes along upper edge from binding. Tears repaired on reverse with non-archival tape.
Style / Design Details: Symmetrical plan. Interior space is wider than deep in floor area; window and altar at rear of building elongates the space visually.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Handwritten title block.
Size: 22” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In pencil is noted variations in dimensions of foundation—exterior edge is retraced at front and along right corner, with pencil lines indicating larger foundation. Margaret Daly and Eugene Cushman’s signatures are reproduced, along with “Cottrell” (draftsman) at lower left. Stamp on reverse of the Peerless BluePrint Co.
Condition: Embrittling and tearing along all edges. Lower edge wrinkled and warped with small sections missing. Tears at lower edge and right center repaired on reverse with non-archival tape.
Style / Design Details: Three chambers lengthwise, one crosswise. Symmetrical plan with nearly square dimensions.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Handwritten title block.
Size: 22” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, “solid stone” in roof.
Notes/Markings: In pencil, foundation footings and spacings are dimensioned. Grade line is noted. Pencil notations are signed by Cottrell, also draftsman for original drawing. (Name appears at lower left of all drawings.) Stamp on reverse from the Peerless BluePrint Co. Margaret P. Daly and Eugene Cushman’s names are reproduced at lower edge.
Condition: Embrittling and tearing along all edges. Lower edge wrinkled, warped, and torn. Some tears repaired on reverse with non-archival tape. Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Style / Design Details: Ionic/Corinthian style capitals—Corinthian-style acanthus carvings above Ionic volutes. Italian Renaissance style window tracery with interlacing arches. Three chambers below floor level, which run lengthwise in building.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [illegible] ‘01
Details: Handwritten title block, date is partially illegible.
Size: 22” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In pencil, foundation footings and spacings are dimensioned. From left: 1’4” x 3’0”; 1’6”; 3’2”; 7’0”; 2’2”; 2’0”; 1’4” x 3’0”. Beam between central footings is noted 1’4” thick.
Condition: Embrittling and tearing along all edges. Some of the larger tears are repaired with non-archival tape. Wrinkling and wear particularly along lower edge. Holes along upper edge, large tear across top edge.
Style / Design Details: Six catacombs above floor level, one below floor level. Small interior columns with not fluting and Ionic capitals as those at exterior, flanking entrance.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: [illegible] ‘01
Details: Handwritten title block, date is partially illegible.
Size: 22” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Margaret P. Daly and Eugene Cushman’s signatures reproduced at lower edge. Cottrell signed at lower left. Stamp on reverse of the Peerless BluePrint Co.
Condition: Embrittling and tearing along all edges. Larger tears into body of drawing near upper edge and along right side—repaired on reverse with non-archival tape. Holes along upper edge from binding.
Style / Design Details: Side elevation indicates shed roof; cross at peak of roof is nearly one foot thick. Large Ionic columns at entrance are not engaged. Side elevation consists of four courses of ashlar masonry in various heights between base courses and cornice line. Dentil detailing extends around side elevation. Five courses of roof masonry.
Date: Document text is undated. Upper edge of bound packet is dated by hand in red ink: “Dec 1901”.
Details: 10-page bound contract, typed on linen paper, specifying materials and construction techniques.
Size: 8” x 13” paper in 8.5” x 13.25” bound packet—fastened with rivets along top edge.
Drawing Materials: Typewritten on bound paper.
Materials Noted: All construction materials specified in contract.
Notes/Markings: On reverse of packet: “COPY. SPECIFICATIONS FOR DALY MAUSOLEUM to be erected in GREENWOOD CEMETERY, BROOKLYN, NY.”
Condition: Fold lines laterally across document, wear and discoloration along fold lines. Folding, discoloration, and embrittling along edges. Some smudges, i.e. from fingerprints, on first page. On page 7, in section describing floor, the text is highlighted by way of a bracket in the left margin.
Scale: ¼” = 1 Foot
Details: Plan in the center, with section of ceiling plan surrounding the design.
Size: 15” x 20”
Condition: Two fold lines: one vertical and one horizontal. Wear along the fold lines. Left edge of drawing is warped, wrinkled, and slightly discolored
Markings / Misc. Text: Corners of plan are lettered in red ink; notes indicate they correspond to ceiling plans shown along outside of drawing. Ceiling drawings contain small numbered squares, possibly indicating vault space. “Sec 89” noted in pencil on reverse.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Drawing Materials: Black and red ink on drafting linen.
Style / Design Details: Modern style with clean lines.
Details: Two letters, attached by staple, from landscape architect Richard K. Webel.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Condition: Two fold lines horizontally across center of paper. Somewhat discolored at edges.
Markings / Misc. Text: Letterhead bears insignia: “Umberto Innocenti – Richard K. Webel”.
Materials Noted: Specimen trees, shrubs, hedges.
Drawing Materials: Typewritten on letterhead.
Scale: Various
Details: “Commission Number 319”, “Drawing Number 132”. Title block designates drawing for “Receiving Vault Columbarium – Cremation Unit”.
Size: 30” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze, stone, concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Deep horizontal fold line runs through entire middle of drawing. Weakened and embrittled along fold. Three vertical fold lines. Somewhat stained on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Front elevation, side section, and detail of anchor for sign. Sign reads “Green-Wood Crematory/ Open Daily and Sunday/ 9AM – 5 PM”.
Scale: Various, as noted below.
Date: May 31, 1925
Details: Composite drawing: "Section of Column", "Plot Drawing", "Full-Scale Drawing of Ornament Metal Column", "2” Scale Drawing of Metal Column in Situ with Granite Header". Signed by “RA” in notes on drawing (in original). “Lot no 22813”.
Size: 23.5” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, cast bronze, bronze dowels.
Notes/Markings: Stamped on reverse: “Received May 31 1925 Penn Brass and Bronze Works Brooklyn, N.Y.” Handwritten in pencil on reverse: “18825” and “22813”.
Condition: Deep fold lines—four horizontal, two vertical. Tearing and deep wrinkling along fold lines. Embrittling and tearing along right and upper edge.
Scale: Various, as noted below.
Date: May 31, 1925
Details: Composite drawing: "Section of Column", "Plot Drawing", "Full-Scale Drawing of Ornament Metal Column", "2” Scale Drawing of Metal Column in Situ with Granite Header". Signed by “RA” in notes on drawing (in original). “Lot no 22813”.
Size: 23.5” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, cast bronze, bronze dowels.
Notes/Markings: Stamped on reverse: “Received May 31 1925 Penn Brass and Bronze Works Brooklyn, N.Y.” Handwritten in pencil on reverse: “18825” and “22813”.
Condition: Deep fold lines—four horizontal, two vertical. Tearing and deep wrinkling along fold lines. Embrittling and tearing along right and upper edge.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Original signed by George Tiefel, reproduced in blueprint. Title block stamp notes: “Order No. 1984”, “Stock: Hallowell”. Lot # 20237/8.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “Design #1984” is handwritten on original above “Front Elevation”. Below name inscription on lintel: “Note: See details for all carving”.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges. Small tears along left, lower, and right edges. Holes at upper edge from binding. In bound packet with drawing set, bound with brass brads. Tears at lower edge repaired with non-archival tape. Additional holes at upper edge from earlier stapled binding.
Style / Design Details: Romanesque proportions and detailing. Massive rusticated stone masonry construction. Entrance is flanked by two Tuscan columns with decorated capitals with foliage and knot detailing. Five courses of stone masonry, all of which are rusticated and massive. Middle three courses are carved and polished at the rounded corners, with fiddlehead scrolls at the top corner. Foliage and scroll details in the spandrels of inscribed/carved arch; carved foliage in frieze of rounded pediment. Stepped roof of stacked masonry with angled cuts creating pitched slope.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Title block stamp notes: “Order No. 1984”, “Stock: Hallowell”.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges. Small tears particularly along right edge and center of bottom edge. Tears at center bottom and lower right corner repaired with non-archival tape.
Style / Design Details: Five courses of stone masonry, all of which are rusticated and massive. Middle three courses are carved and polished at the corners, which are rounded and finished with fiddlehead scrolls at the top. Proportionally shallow roof, angle cuts of three-course stacked roof structure end at midpoint of each stone slab.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Title block stamp is illegible on this copy; only handwritten details readable: “Tiefel”, “[Order Number] 1984”, “1”, “Hallowell”
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittlement and discoloration along all edges. Large tear from middle of lower edge to central right edge; repaired on reverse with strip of blueprint paper and glue, and non-archival tape at lower edge.
Style / Design Details: Five courses of massive stone masonry, middle three courses carved at corners, which are rounded and finished in nautilis/fiddlehead scrolls. Proportionally shallow roof, equal to height of base course of masonry; three-course stacked masonry roof with angled cuts approximating a gently sloped pitched roof. Window placed centrally, both vertically and horizontally—dimensioning on drawing indicates that the lower edge of the window is ½” lower than the joint between the first and second courses of masonry.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Title block and lower portion of drawing cut off on this copy.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittlement, folding, and discoloration along all edges. Small tears along right edge. Long tear at middle of lower edge of drawing, repaired on reverse with non-archival tape.
Style / Design Details: Five courses of massive stone masonry comprise the walls; one foot thick, two or three feet tall for each course of stone. Window at center of rear.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Title block and lower portion partially cut off on this copy—“Tiefel” and “1984” readable.
Size: 17” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, polished stone.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittlement and small tears along edges, especially lower edge. 1 ½” tear at center of lower edge, repaired on reverse with non-archival tape. Lower edge discolored and darkened on reverse.
Style / Design Details: Compressed proportions (shallow/tall) made evident in section. Polished stone columns, Tuscan in style, with decorated capitals with foliage and knot detailing.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Title block not reproduced clearly on this copy; only handwritten notes readable: “Tiefel”, “[Order Number] 1984”, “Hallowell”.
Size: 18” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Staining along right and lower edge, particularly at lower right corner. Dark ink-like stains on reverse. Tear at center of lower edge repaired with non-archival tape.
Style / Design Details: Exactly symmetrical in plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Handwritten block in original.
Size: 16” x 30”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, concrete.
Notes/Markings: Noted in black ink, adjustments to depth of stonework and concrete in foundation—3’1” to 3’2”. In pencil on reverse: “Tiefel Foundation Plan”.
Condition: Drawing bears crease marks at regular intervals from having been folded into sixteenths. Folding and embrittlement at edges, weakening along crease marks.
The Higgins Mausoleum is particularly significant because it includes plans for the famous Minerva “Altar of Liberty” statue, located on Green-Wood’s Battle Hill, where the Battle of Brooklyn took place in 1776. The mausoleum and accompanying statue were designed by The Davis Granite Co, Architects and Contractors, at 425 Fifth Avenue, New York, in 1918. Most of the drawings are for the mausoleum itself, and represent a neoclassical, Beaux Arts design aesthetic, characterized by Doric columns and angle pilasters, and a frieze with carved wreath detailing. Also included in the drawings is an early design for the Minerva statue, and a lot plan indicating its position within the lot. Because both designs are not consistent with the final form, the researcher may find in this series a document of the progression of designs for the historic statue. In addition, the series contains a specifications document and correspondence items. More information on each item’s condition, notes and markings, scale, size, design details, etc. may be found in the individual listings.
For further information on Charles Higgins, the commemoration of the Battle of Brooklyn, and the original designs for the Minerva statue, as well as its current significance as a cemetery landmark, please view the link: http://www.green-wood.com/2012/minerva-facing-what/
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Hand-lettered title block at center below drawing.
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil at lower right corner—probably says: “OK WCG 12/9/18”.
Condition: Fold across upper edge, weakening along fold line. Small holes along upper edge from binding staples. Folded corner and embrittlement along lower edge.
Style / Design Details: Neoclassical/Beaux-Arts style. Entrance is flanked by two Doric columns which widen toward the bottom, which meet the floor with no base. Angle pilasters at each of the front corners. Two-panel entrance door, likely cast bronze. Carved wreath detailing in frieze—four wreaths, each placed above the angle pilasters on Doric columns. Family name is inscribed in frieze above door.
Details: 7-page bound contract document, specifying materials and construction.
Size: 8” x 13” in 9” x 14” binding.
Drawing Materials: Typewritten on bond paper, bound in packet with brass brads.
Materials Noted: All building materials specified in detail.
Notes/Markings: Noted in the margin on page 3, near “Foundation”, in red pencil “concrete”.
Condition: Wrinkling and folding across pages and at edges.
Date: September 20, 1918
Details: Cover letter to Mr. Whistler of Green-Wood Cemetery, accompanying original mausoleum plans.
Size: 8.5” x 7”
Drawing Materials: Typed in black ink on Davis Granite Co. letterhead.
Notes/Markings: “CDJ” in lower left corner. Two handwritten corrections in text of letter, in same blue ink as signature, both amending typographical errors. In lower left corner, in pencil: “10/23554 to Sec G/J”. On reverse is stamped: “Received/ The Green-Wood Cemetery/ Sep 21 9:02AM – 18/ Brooklyn, New York”.
Condition: Small holes in lower right corner from staple binding. Discoloration and wear along central fold line; embrittlement and discoloration along edges.
Details: Handwritten letter to Mr. Grassow of Green-Wood Cemetery, amending detail in foundation measurements for Minerva altar.
Size: 8.5” x 7”
Drawing Materials: Handwritten in black ink on Davis Granite Co. letterhead.
Notes/Markings: Reverse is stamped in dark blue ink: “Received/ The Green-Wood Cemetery/ Mar 15 9:01AM – 19/ Brooklyn, New York”.
Condition: Some darkening along original fold lines. Small holes at upper left corner from staple binding.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Detail of sculpture to be placed near entrance of burial plot, i.e. Minerva, indicated on site plan as 7’ x 7’ square.
Size: 12” x 12”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze panel.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil in lower right corner: “OK WCG 12/9/18”.
Condition: Relatively good—small holes in upper left corner from staple binding. Some discoloration, folding, and embrittlement along edges.
Style / Design Details: Statue consists of a 7’ x 7’ x 1’ plinth, upon which a 2’ 9” x 2’ 9” x 3’ 8” pedestal is centered, with a statue of Minerva to the right of the pedestal. Minerva’s left arm is full of laurel or olive branches; her right hand appears to place branches atop the pedestal. A bronze panel is noted to be placed on the front of the pedestal beneath triglyphs; in metope are circular bas-relief medallions with stars at the center. Inscribed beneath cornice of plinth are the words “Altar of Liberty”.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Three part drawing—front elevations, side elevation levels, and plan (drawing is identical to following drawing on drafting linen).
Size: 27” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Earth, rubble masonry, granite beams.
Notes/Markings: Pencil notes in plan and side elevation: “346” in plan; “546” inside elevation—no further notes or marks to indicate meaning.
Condition: Embrittlement, discoloration, wrinkling, and small tears along all edges. Deep fold line at center, which has caused weakening along line and uneven wear on reverse—one half is more damaged and dirty than the other. Two large folds at upper right corner and along right edge. One three-inch tear along right edge.
Style / Design Details: Straightforward foundation plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Three-part drawing—front elevations, side elevation levels, and plan.
Size: 27” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: Earth, rubble masonry, granite beams.
Notes/Markings: Pencil marks appear to negate printed text that reads “Rubble masonry around building 3.0 from bottom”.
Condition: Worn at center line lengthwise and widthwise, and at regular intervals across drawing; appears to have been folded into sixteenths. Upper left and lower right corners are folded and worn. Discoloration on reverse. In black ink on reverse: “Higgins”.
Style / Design Details: Straightforward foundation plan.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: No title block or signature.
Size: 18” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Pencil drawing on vellum/heavy tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: An arrow with accompanying note specifies “Face N.W. to the Woolworth Building.”
Condition: Embrittled, numerous fold lines at regular intervals (in twelfths), and irregular fold marks as a result of storage. Small tears along fold lines.
Style / Design Details: Front elevation of mausoleum is situated on the center line of the inscribed circle of the plot.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: No title block. Unsigned and undated.
Size: 22” x 23”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In pencil in upper right: “Dia 69.5””. At center left: “Dia. 29’0””. At lower center at square dimensions are amended from 7’ to 6’ 10”. Pencil sketch at right margin. Dimensioning notes in pencil on reverse. In pen on reverse: “Higgins 23554”.
Condition: Folded in half and weakened and torn along center line. Large tear at upper left corner; small tears along all edges. Crease marks at regular intervals from being folded into twelfths.
Style / Design Details: Plot is designed as an arc inscribed within a circle, with two rectangular benches set along the arc and a square obelisk set on axis with mausoleum entrance, along center line of circle.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Two transverse sections—1) through catacombs, and 2) in front of catacombs. No title block—only text is drawing type.
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, granite beam, brick.
Notes/Markings: In red pencil at lower right corner is signed: “OK WCG 12/9/18”. In wall section and roof section are arrows in pencil with no accompanying text. In roof section are two arrows in red pencil, presumably indicating a proposed thickening of the roof depth.
Condition: Red pencil has bled through, discoloring reverse with pinkish stains. Wrinkling along top edge; small holes from staple binding.
Style / Design Details: Grille beneath window is decorated with Fleur de Lys end caps and radiant patterns. Small Doric columns beneath windowsill; rosettes above centers of columns in architrave. Catacombs four tall. Large granite beam—14” x 14”—runs beneath inner edge of catacombs.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: No title block—only text is drawing type.
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble beam, granite blocks, slate.
Notes/Markings: In red pencil in foundation level is noted “rubble”, under entrance portico to line even with entrance. Signed in pencil, in same hand, at lower right: “OK WCG 12/9/18”.
Condition: Notes in red pencil have bled through to reverse, leaving pinkish stains. Small tears and embrittling along edges. Small holes from staple binding.
Style / Design Details: Mausoleum interior is divided into a seating area, with benches beneath the windows at either side, and catacomb area at furthest interior point, with catacombs four high on either side. Ceiling vents are placed at regular intervals in interior space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: No title block—only text is drawing type.
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right corner: “OK WCG 12/9/18”.
Condition: Folds and wrinkling along upper edge; small holes from staple binding. Pencil pigment has bled through paper, resulting in pinkish stain on reverse. Embrittlement and small tears along edges.
Style / Design Details: Laterally symmetrical plan. Classical 20-sided Doric columns. Seats below each window along side elevations.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: No title block—only text is that stating drawing type.
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right corner: “OK WCG 12/9/18”.
Condition: Relatively good—small holes in upper left corner from staple binding. Some discoloration, folding, and embrittlement along edges.
Style / Design Details: Six courses of stone masonry comprising elevation between base and capital of corner pilasters. Capitals of corner pilasters carved with several layers of flat banding. Wreaths carved in frieze of rear elevation, above first course of masonry, extending to architrave. Classical roof pediment.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: No title block—only text is that stating drawing type.
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed at lower right corner: “OK WCG 12/9/18”. Pencil sketches on reverse, possibly of anchor ties on door handle.
Condition: Folds and wrinkling along upper edge; small holes from staple binding. Pencil pigment has bled through paper, resulting in pinkish stain on reverse. Embrittlment and small tears along edges.
Style / Design Details: Six courses of stone masonry comprise elevation between base and capital of angle pilasters. One large window is placed above first course of masonry; frame extends to full height of wall, ending just under the architrave; window is placed to the left of the center line of side elevation. Two wreaths in frieze, above each corner pilaster. Corner pilaster capitals carved with several courses composing capital.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: July 29, 1898
Details: Composite drawing contains front, side, and rear elevations; plan; longitudinal and cross section; ½ Plan of Cornice; and First Course of Dome. No title block.
Size:
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Glazed brick, concrete, polished granite.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed in black ink: “Approved by Eugene Cushman”. Stamped with date: “July 29, 1898”. In pencil on reverse: 30,005”. Noted on cross section drawing, in thin wall section, “brick” in black ink. Adhered to reverse of drawing is a 4” x 8” slip of paper through which the text is readable as “Undertaker’s Voucher”. Appears to be glued or otherwise adhered to drawing—does not appear to be completed as a voucher but used as repair material. Used in a smaller section of drawing, also, as repair material.
Condition: Heavily damaged—two large tears from side to side and top to bottom, as well as smaller tears throughout body of drawing and at edges, repaired on reverse with archival tape. Embrittling at all edges. Undertaker’s vouchers have been used as repair material in several places on reverse.
Style / Design Details: Circular plan with domed roof and large—approximately four foot diameter—polished sphere at dome peak. Stylistically of a “Byzantine folly” family—somewhat eccentric design. Doorway is flanked by Corinthian columns with polished shafts; classical pediment with polished semi-circle of stone in the frieze. Cast bronze door with classical female figure.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 28, 1901
Details: “Design No. 1730” noted at lower right corner.
Size: 24” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Oct 28 1901 by Eugene Cushman, Supt”. Stamped and signed: “Approved…1901 by P.M. Woolley”. Signed in original; reproduced in blueprint copy.
Condition: Embrittling, discoloration, and folding at edges. Numerous small tears along top, right, and lower edges. Drawing appears faded.
Style / Design Details: Romanesque style and proportions. Semi-circular arch entablature above entrance; entrance is flanked by two Doric/Tuscan columns with carved capitals (leaf carvings). Carved leaf keystone in arch. Carved coquillage and leaf details in tympanum pediment. “Woolley” inscribed in frieze. Doric/Tuscan columns at entrance are flanked by carved Romanesque pilasters with carved capitals with torch and leaf detailing. Carved wreath and leaf detailing in spandrels of arch entrance. Door is not drawn or defined—this space is blank.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: ca. 1901
Details: “Order No. 1730”, “Stock: Barre”
Size: 20” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling and slight discoloration along edges. Slight tears and folds along edges. Holes along left edge from binding.
Style / Design Details: Massive stone walls tapering from base upward. Entrance flanked by two Tuscan columns. Laterally symmetric in plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 28, 1901
Details: “Order No. 1730” and “Stock: Barre” stamped in title block. “Design No. 1730 noted at lower right.
Size: 20” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Original signed by superintendent of Green-Wood, reproduced in blueprint copy: “Approved Oct 28, 1901 by Eugene Cushman Supt”.
Condition: Wrinkling and folding at edges. Relatively good condition. Holes at left edge from binding.
Style / Design Details: Romanesque proportions and style. Massive, rusticated stone walls, tapering upward at base course. Doric pilasters and simple horizontal entablature around window frame.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 28, 1901
Details: In stamped title block: “Order No. 1730” and “Stock: Barre”. At lower right corner: “Design No. 1730”.
Size: 20” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Original stamped and signed: “Approved Oct 28, 1901 by Eugene Cushman Supt.” Noted “Ashlar [illegible] – EC.” Additional note within drawing: “2 imaci [sic] to be cut by Middle Men” (possibly imagines, given the Romanesque style).
Condition: Relatively good condition. Holes at left edge from binding. Slight tears at lower edge. Some wrinkling and discoloration.
Style / Design Details: Massive walls; proportionally thick roof. Rusticated ashlar masonry walls. Doric/Tuscan column with leaf carvings at capitals flanking entrance.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 28, 1901
Details: “Design No. 1730” noted at lower right corner.
Size: 24” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Oct 28, 1901 by Eugene Cushman Supt”. Also stamped and signed: “Approved…1901 by P.M. Woolley”.
Condition: Embrittling, discoloration, and folding at edges. Numerous small tears at top and bottom edges. Upper right corner folded and discolored.
Style / Design Details: Rusticated massive stone walls. Corners are composed of carved, sectioned (2 to each masonry course in height) pilasters, with tapered bases and carved capitals with leaf and torch detailing. Elevation is comprised of three courses of massive rusticated stone masonry, above a base course of smooth masonry.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 28, 1901
Details: Stamped in title block: “Order No. 1730”.
Size: 12” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified..
Notes/Markings: Measurements noted in pencil on reverse.
Condition: Fold lines and wear—copy was folded into twelfths and pocketed, most likely. Wear and discoloration along fold lines. Slight tears and embrittlement along edges.
Style / Design Details: Symmetrical plan of classical proportions.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 28, 1901
Details: “Design No. 1730” noted at lower right corner.
Size: 24” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Oct 28, 1901by Eugene Cushman Supt”. Also stamped and signed: “Approved…1901 by P.M. Woolley”. Noted on reverse in pencil: “Woolley 30523/4” and “7 Woolley”.
Condition: Embrittling and discoloration along all edges. Folding at corners and small tears along lower edge. Blueprint is faded.
Style / Design Details: Rusticated massive stone walls. Corners are comprised of carved sectioned pilasters (2 pilasters in height to each course of masonry) with tapered bases and carved capitals with leaf and torch detailing. Elevation is comprised of three courses of massive rusticated stone masonry. Window placed at center of elevation above second course of masonry.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: Undated.
Details: No title block, signature, or date.
Size: 12” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Discoloration, embrittlment, and very slight tears at edges. Small holes from binding.
Style / Design Details: Egyptian revival pyramid. Egyptian-style pilasters, massive at base with tapering toward architrave. Flat pediment, Egyptian gorge. Cavetto cornice with avian carvings. Eight courses of stone—base course extends beyond angled edge to rectilinear, square edge, approximately one foot beyond angled edge. Carving of Osiris at center of cornice.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: Undated.
Details: No title block, signature, or date.
Size: 12” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slight embrittlment and discoloration along edges. Small holes at edge from binding.
Style / Design Details: Prototypical pyramid design (i.e. symmetric at front and side elevations). Cornice line of entrance fluted symmetrically at side as at front—cavetto cornice extends around side of architrave.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: Undated.
Details: No title block, signature, or date.
Size: 12” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Discoloration and embrittlment at edges. Small holes at edge from binding.
Style / Design Details: Prototypical pyramid design; symmetrical to front and side elevations. Small vent detail just below third course from top, at center line.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: Undated.
Details: No title block, signature, or date.
Size: 12” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, white brick.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slight discoloration and embrittlement at edges. Holes at edge from binding.
Style / Design Details: Internally symmetric. Vent at center below third course from top. Post and lintel construction, corbel vaulted ceiling.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: Undated.
Details: No title block, signature, or date.
Size: 12” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze door, slate, white brick.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slight embrittling and discoloration at edges. Holes at edge from binding. Slight tear at left edge.
Style / Design Details: Two steps down from entrance grade to floor level of central space. Large catacomb handles. Catacomb panels stacked three high. 8’ interior ceiling height; sunken main space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: Undated.
Details: Full title: “Ground Plan – Section at ‘A’ – See Transverse Section. No title block, signature, or date.
Size: 12” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper. Copy is cut off at left edge.
Materials Noted: Bronze doors, tile floor.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Style / Design Details: Symmetric in plan.
Scale: 3/8” = 1’
Date: Undated.
Details: No title block or date. Signed by A.G. Thompson.
Size: 12” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Hand drawn in black and red ink on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In black ink, with dimensioning in red ink and notes made in pencil.
Condition: Discoloration, embrittlment, and very slight tears at edges. Small holes from binding.
Style / Design Details: Classic pyramidic plan shape and dimensions.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Undated.
Details: No title block, signature, or date.
Size: 15” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, concrete.
Notes/Markings: Pencil lines, perhaps to indicate grade lines. “Solid concrete foundation” noted. 1’ 1” square granite columns noted.
Condition: Embrittling and tearing at all edges. Several pieces torn and missing. Previously folded into twelfths—fold lines throughout drawing.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Undated. Per drawing 4645, ca. December 12, 1900.
Details: “This drawing supersedes drawing # 4707”; “Drawing No. 4716”
Size: 12” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on drawing linen.
Materials Noted: Bronze rosettes, marble.
Notes/Markings: In upper left corner in red pencil over blueprinted “A” is written “W”.
Condition: Lateral fold lines and wrinkling. Folding at bottom edge. Holes at upper edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Unadorned, simple, symmetric design—five catacombs on either side on center line. Two rosettes at each end of each catacomb front panel.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: ca. October 30, 1900
Details: Signed by Eugene Cushman in original, reproduced in blueprint. “Drawing no. 4644”.
Size: 26” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on drawing linen.
Materials Noted: Bronze grilles.
Notes/Markings: Strike line in upper left corner, in red pencil.
Condition: Some folding at edges and lateral tearing and weakening. Several tears along left and right edges on grain. Holes along upper edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Beaux arts. Symmetrical elevations, arched entrance. Floral carved detailing on door and door frame. In frieze below cornice line of door frame is noted “Incription [sic] of 6 letters”. In carved panel above cornice is carved “MCM”. Carved lions’ head in bronze door. Cross with floral/laurel detailing in front door panel.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: October 30, 1900
Details: Original signed by Eugene Cushman, reproduced in blueprint. “Drawing no. 4645”.
Size: 26” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on drawing linen.
Materials Noted: Sheet copper, granite, cement plaster, bronze sash and grille, concrete, marble ceiling, hinged glass in bronze door, bronze handles, bronze bolts.
Notes/Markings: Watercolor detailing added to blueprint—yellow, red, and green to indicate material details. Noted: “Marble work revised as shown on Drawing No. 4716 – 12/12/00 R.L.” In upper left corner in red pencil: “W”.
Condition: Weakening and slight tearing along center line. Wrinkling, folding, and tearing along edges. Holes at top edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Classical Greek detailing on sarcophagus. Interior elevations are symmetrical. Radial detailing on bronze window grille. Color coding on drawing corresponds with materials: yellow for bronze, green for concrete, red for marble. Beaux arts design.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: October 30, 1900
Details: Original signed by Eugene Cushman, reproduced in blueprint. “Drawing no. 4643”.
Size: 26” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on drawing linen.
Materials Noted: Cement plaster, marble pilasters, bronze sockets, bronze sash and grille on window, brick arch, concrete.
Notes/Markings: Watercolor detailing added to blueprint: red and yellow to indicate drawing materials. Upper left corner marked in red pencil: “A”. On reverse in pencil: “Bourne”; “30440”. In black ink: “Bourne Vault”. Stamped in blue and completed in blue pencil: “Set No. 7”; “Mausoleum, Greenwood Cemetery”.
Condition: Weakening along center line with slight tearing. Wrinkling, folding, and tearing along edges, with some discoloration. Holes at upper edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: “Plan of Chapel” indicates material details and later changes—i.e. “Bronze sockets for lifting rings to be submitted for approval 12/12/00 R.L.”; “Marble pilaster removable” noted at center line of “Plan of Chapel”. Catacomb plan indicates 10 burials in plan mirroring elevation of marble detailing (drawing # 4716). Greek chapel style design.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1908
Details: “760” noted in upper right corner.
Size: 17” x 18.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Luxter prism glass.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling and discoloration along lower edge. Two deep vertical creases. Row of holes along upper edge from staple binding. Right edge folded.
Style/Design Details: Three courses of rusticated ashlar masonry above brick foundation. Luxter prism set in oculars/entrance.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1908
Details: “760” noted in upper right corner.
Size: 17” x 18.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper, with hand colored details.
Materials Noted: Granite, tar, slate, brick.
Notes/Markings: Notes in graphite along foundation portion of drawing, noting dimensions. Noted on reverse: “Griswold (underground) 13241”.
Condition: Embrittling and small tears along edges. Two deep vertical creases. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design. Three catacombs high at either side. Central skylight.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1908
Details: “760” noted in upper right corner.
Size: 17” x 18.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper, with hand-colored details.
Materials Noted: Italian marble, Luxter prism glass, slate, concrete, tar, pitch, brick.
Notes/Markings: Notes in graphite regarding dimensions. Calculations noted at top left corner.
Condition: Embrittling and small tears around all edges. Two deep vertical creases. Small holes along top edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Three catacombs high, with prism lights just above grade level.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1908
Details: “760” noted in upper right corner.
Size: 17” x 18.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper, with hand-colored details.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Numerous calculations along left margin in graphite; some notes on dimensions.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Two deep vertical creases. Left edge folded and torn. Discoloration and warping throughout.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design. Central open space with catacombs at either side.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1908
Details: “760” noted in upper right corner.
Size: 17” x 18.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper, with hand-colored details.
Materials Noted: Tar (as coating to all belowgrade work).
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling and discoloration along all edges. Two deep vertical creases. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding.
Style/Design Details: Three catacombs stacked widthwise.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: ca. 1908
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 17” x 18.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze.
Notes/Markings: On reverse, pencil sketches of metal joints between blocks.
Condition: Embrittling and discoloration along lower edge. Two deep vertical creases. Row of holes along upper edge from staple binding.
Style/Design Details: Three courses of rusticated ashlar masonry; one trapezoidal course with edge parallel to grade line. Underground vault with metal door above grade level.
Date: ca. 1908
Details: 3-page legal document stating work agreement.
Size: 2 pages are 8” x 13”; one page is 8 ½” x 11”
Drawing Materials: Typewritten indigo ink on bond paper
Materials Noted: Pennsylvania slate, bronze, granite, marble, Atlas cement.
Notes/Markings: Under the heading of “Granite Work”, “vertical” joints is amended to “bed”. Final page signed in pencil by L.T. Coykendall.
Condition: Wrinkled, folded, warped, and embrittled. Bleeding of ink.
Details: The cover letter to the cemetery which accompanied the permit to create the mausoleum. The specifications document contains the general preamble for all specs of the general working conditions the contractor will undertake and the integrity of the workers. The specs also contain information as to the foundation work and materials to be used.
Drawing Material: Letterhead and thin tracing paper for typing.
Materials Noted: Granite, stone, cement, marble, brass and glass.
Condition: Good. Very readable and clear. There are a lot of folds along the bottom right corners and small tears around the edges.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details: The mausoleum is constructed in the Egyptian Revival style with two Greek urns flanking the three entrance steps. Two columns with horizontal banding and decorative palm leaves frame the recessed entrance. The exterior walls are slanted inwards. There is an ornamental relief above the double front, bronze doors. The doors themselves have an ornamental decoration on them split into three parts each: two small squares with a larger rectangle in the center. The lintel above the entrance has a relief carving of a winged solar disc -- this is an icon that Egyptians believe offered protection to the dead. Above the lintel is a flat roof made up of one large granite slab.
Size: 23.4” x 26.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is a hole at the top left hand corner and smaller staple holes running along the top. The bottom left corner is torn. However, the blueprint itself is in excellent condition.
Date: March 22, 1909
Details: Three Egyptian revival style columns, each with decorative palm leaves at the top line the side of the mausoleum. A large Greek urn sits atop the entrance way to the mausoleum. The slanted walls and mausoleum base are also noted. The flat roof is shown too.
Size: 23” x 26.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is a hole at the top left corner and small staple holes along the top. There is minor wear and tear along the left edge.
Details: A stained glass window with a bronze grille over it is in the back center of the plan. It is flanked by two columns of the same style as the others in this series. The window is outlined by a large frame in the same slanted style as the mausoleum itself.
Size: 23.3” x 26.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is a hole at the top left corner and smaller staple holes along the top. The blueprint has a small folded corner at the top right.
Details: The foundation and base of mausoleum are noted. To the left the Greek urn sits upon the floor base at the entranceway. One Egyptian style column is visible. The inner mausoleum notes four catacombs, each with two decorative rosettes on either end. The back wall shows the outline of the window and another column is visible. A rod extends from the ceiling to the roof.
Size: 23.4” x 26.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble
Notes/Markings: Inside the top catacomb is the note: “All exposed interior marble work to be highly polished.” At the bottom on the floor a note reads: “Floor Rubbed.”
Condition: Very Good. There is a hole at the top left with smaller staple holes along the top. There is very minor wear and tear around the edges.
Details: Each side of the blueprint shows an Egyptian revival style column. The inner mausoleum has four catacombs on each side with the window in the center. All this rests upon the floor and foundation of the mausoleum. There is a hanger going from the ceiling to the roof.
Size: 26.6” x 23.3”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: A note in the bottom center of the plan reads: “All wainscotting to be not less than 1 ¼” thick.”
Condition: Very Good. There is a hole at the top left with smaller staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: Outlined here is a view of the mausoleum and layout from above. There are 2 circles for the urns at the entrance with 10 column top outlines around the entire structure. Two are at the entrance, two are at the back and three on each side of the mausoleum. The inner mausoleum is divided into three parts with the far left and right sides for the catacombs and the center being the floor.
Size: 23.2” x 26.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The bottom left of the inside of the structure notes: “Rabbit” and the top left notes: “Stock.”
Condition: Very Good. There is a hole in the center of the plan with smaller staple holes either side.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: The foundation depth and materials used for the mausoleum are noted here. the inner mausoleum and catacombs are outlined.
Size: 25.5” x 27.8” (at longest and widest edges)
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rubble, Masonry
Notes/Markings: On the right side: “Top of rubble masonery foundation 2” below sod or grade line.”
Condition: Fair. Ripped edges all around the blueprint and holes along the top. There is a rip in the bottom center going upwards.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details:See Item H
Size: 27” x 29.5” (at longest and widest edges)
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. Similar to “H” in this series, this plan has not fared well over time. It is ripped with pieces missing and fold lines.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 20” x 29”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Original signed in lower right: “NG 10/5/04 Harrison Granite Co. by W. Stitch, Lilla Brown”.
Condition: Embrittled. Lower edge wrinkled and torn; discolored on reverse. Small holes from binding at upper edge.
Style/Design Details: Squat, Romanesque monument. Three courses of heavy, 3’ high masonry blocks, above which sits a solid angled block, just below roof stones, comprising tympanum and lintel, into which family name is inscribed. Above family name is a Greek cross with studded circular detail set inside arms of cross. Door has a fortified appearance: heavily studded, with grille work on upper half.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 20” x 29”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Original signed in lower right: “NG 10/5/04 Harrison Granite Co. by W. Stitch, Lilla Brown”. Note at right side of drawing specifies grade, which is then struck through in blue pencil.
Condition: Embrittled. Edges weakened with small tears. Lower edge discolored on reverse. Upper edge stapled; small holes from binding.
Style/Design Details: Two main courses of heavy, rusticated masonry. Building is set into fairly steep grade.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Limited drawing scope due to grade.
Size: 20” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Original signed in lower right: “NG 10/5/04 Harrison Granite Co. by W. Stitch, Lilla Brown”.
Condition: Relatively good. Very small tears along edges. Slight wrinkling and discoloration along left edge.
Style/Design Details: Upper course of rusticated masonry visible in rear elevation; lower portion of building is obscured due to grade. Vent at center of upper edge of upper course of masonry.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Does not include foundation level.
Size: 20” x 29”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Well broken stones”.
Notes/Markings: Original signed in right corner: “NG 10/5/04 Harrison Granite Co. by W. Stitch, Lilla Brown”.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight wrinkling and warping around edges.
Style/Design Details: Equivalent catacomb space and interment space. Catacombs stacked three high. Entrance door is recessed within thick façade.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Mainly interior elevation of vault fronts.
Size: 20” x 29”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Original signed in corner: “NG 10/5/04 Harrison Granite Co. by W. Stitch, Lilla Brown”.
Condition: Embrittled. Edges discolored, with very small tears.
Style/Design Details: Catacombs three high, three wide. No adornment or detailing noted.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: No variation in line weights.
Size: 20” x 29”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Original signed in lower right: “NG 10/5/04 Harrison Granite Co. by W. Stitch, Lilla Brown”. Noted on reverse in black ink: “Brown”. Also noted in pencil: “Brown 11922”.
Condition: Embrittled. Discoloration on reverse. Some very small tears along edges.
Style/Design Details: Equivalent space allotted for catacombs and visiting space. Floor is indicated as tile with 1’ square tiles. 2’ thick front wall.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Two drawings.
Size: 25” x 29”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite coping.
Notes/Markings: Pencil lines indicating lowest level of rear foundation added.
Condition: Embrittled and damaged. 2” tear/hole at center of drawing. Heavily wrinkled and warped throughout. Edges curled, discolored, and folded.
Style/Design Details: Stepped foundation walls.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Composite; two drawings.
Size: 22” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittled and warped. Small tears along all edges. Right lower corner torn, folded, and damaged. Holes along right edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Stepped foundation walls.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Two drawings: cross and longitudinal section of stepped foundation walls.
Size: 16” x 35”
Drawing Materials: Graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Numerous fold lines throughout—folded into 20 sections. Embrittled and slightly warped. Small holes along right edge from binding. Edges torn and discolored in places; small sections missing at upper left corner.
Style/Design Details: Stepped foundation walls.
The series consists of only one composite drawing, depicting a design for an addition to be added to the Lawrence family vault. The architect’s name is partially illegible, but most likely the designer was the firm Heins and La Farge Architects, particularly as the address of the business is listed as Temple Court, New York. Heins and La Farge were a well-known architectural firm in the late 19th century, and conducted business at Temple Court, 7 Beekman Street, New York. The drawing depicts several views of the mausoleum, including a ground plan and interior sectional drawings. The design was completed in 1896, and, as is the case with many earlier blueprint series in the collection, the drawing is in poor condition, and has no additional designs accompanying the single composite image. Perhaps the most unique feature of the Lawrence Mausoleum Series is that it depicts plans for additional vault space to be added to a preexisting structure, rather than design plans for the building of a new mausoleum. In this way, it shows the ongoing construction and reshaping that an older family vault at Green-Wood might have undergone. Further specific details on the drawing may be found in the item level description.
http://www.lehman.edu/vpadvance/artgallery/arch/bio/lafarge.html
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: A composite drawing of: Plan, Section, Longitudinal Section through Addition Catacombs, Longitudinal Section through Old Catacombs. Hand lettered title block, with longhand name and location of architect (illegible).
Size: 21” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, cement, asphalt, brick.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in pencil: “Lawrence 11251 etc.”, and “Lawrence 11251”.
Condition: Embrittled and heavily damaged. Numerous fold lines, with weakening along all lines. Upper left edge and lower right edge especially damaged, weakened, and torn, with sections missing. Numerous tears repaired on reverse with tape.
Style/Design Details: Vault addition has semicircular arch at face, two catacombs high by two wide.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: June 9, 1904
Details: Three part drawing. Front elevation portion is of enclosure only, not monument.
Size: 36” x 28”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze rails.
Notes/Markings: In pencil on reverse: “2407 Stephens”. On left edge next to plan of plot, written in red pencil, oriented upside-down from drawing text: “6/9/04 1’-8” from back line of lot H.B.D”.
Condition: Deep creases and fold lines throughout, with weakening and tears along fold lines. 4” x 1 ½” piece is missing from upper left edge of drawing. Central horizontal fold discolored and weakened.
Style/Design Details: Enclosure consists of rectangular—possibly stone—blocks with cylindrical bronze rails spanning between. Bronze rails along side are 7’ 7” in length; blocks are approximately 2’ tall. Both are simple and unadorned, with the exception of front elevation. Gate and faces of corner blocks at front elevation are carved with fanlight-style pattern at end blocks, and radiant oval patter at center of gate (cast bronze).
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: November 2, 1904
Details: Two part drawing—section and plan.
Size: 16” x 24 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Several dimensions and forms noted in pencil atop drawings—in red pencil on section; in graphite on plan. Noted on back in blue pencil: “B.F. Stephens”.
Condition: One deep central vertical fold line, and seven horizontal fold lines, with holes at intersections of all fold lines. Reverse is discolored and worn, particularly darkened on section where name is written. Embrittling and discoloration throughout. Small tears along edges and small holes at lower edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Indicates aboveground enclosure as well as footing for monument.
Scale: 1 ½” = 1’
Date: Three handwritten dates: June 17, 1904; July 9, 1904; June 22, 1904.
Details: All dimensions of box provided, with date added: June 22, 1904.
Size: 21” x 29”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Several handwritten notes in original; reproduced in copy. At right edge: “Accepted 6/17/04 Harrison Granite Co. by Chas H. Billings Estate of Benj. F. Stephens Annie W. Stephens as Executrix.” Note indicating sarcophagi: “Note housing of covers July 9th 1904 (per Greenwood Cemetery)”. Below this one additional note: “Size of box 7-3 ½ long 2-7 ½ wide 2-0 ½ high June 22 1904 Undertaker – Pyle”. On reverse in pencil are several dimensions added together (incorrectly, as it happens): “2-0”, 0-6”, 6-7”, 0-8” = 9’7”
Condition: One deep vertical crease at center; two deep horizontal creases roughly dividing the drawing into thirds. Several additional vertical creases warping the paper. Embrittling throughout; discoloration on revers, particularly along fold lines and upper right sector on reverse. Numerous small tears along edges. Holes along left edge. Was bound in packet.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical touches to design. Two sarcophagi side by side with wreaths in end entablature; inscriptions below. Large lintel stone above two stylized Doric columns, which flare extremely toward their bases, and two simple, rectilinear vertical stone blocks on either side.
Scale: 1 ½” = 1’
Date: Two signed dates: June 17, 1904; July 9, 1904.
Details: All dimensions of sarcophagi and covers, and pedestal base are listed.
Size: 21” x 29”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Several handwritten notes in original, reproduced in copy. At lower right corner: “Accepted 6/17/04 Harrison Granite Co. by Chas. H. Billings. Estate Benj. F. Stephens, Annie W. Stephens as Executrix”. Additional note in body of drawing: “Note housing of covers July 9, 1904 (per Greenwood Cemetery)”.
Condition: One deep vertical crease at center; two deep horizontal creases roughly dividing the drawing into thirds. Several additional vertical creases warping the paper. Embrittling throughout; discoloration on reverse, particularly along fold lines. Numerous small tears along edges. Holes along left edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Side elevation of interior detail of sarcophagi. Slight neoclassical inflection in detailing. Fairly simple, straightforward drawing.
The Riley family mausoleum was designed by John Feitner Monumental Works, which at the time was located at 24th & 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY—local to the cemetery. Though the series is undated in was probably created circa 1920s, based on the other designs by Feitner’s monument company that are included in this collection. The Riley drawings contain many hand-drawn original designs, as well as blueprint reproductions that appear to be copies of revised drawings, and that frequently differ from original designs in measurements and dimensions. Researchers may find this series of interest because it exhibits the development of a final design, as the original plans may be compared to blueprint copies and revisions noted. Designs display a neoclassical aesthetic, with inverted ovolo and inverted cavetto detailing. Standard views of exterior elevations, interior sectional drawings, and ground plans are included; the series also has an unusual interior elevation, showing marks on specific catacomb chambers, perhaps to show which of these chambers were intended for immediate use at the time of construction. Further information on the details and conditions of each drawing may be found under the descriptions of individual items.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 18” x 21.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Reproduction of embossed imprint of John Feitner Monumental Works is barely legible along left margin near base of building.
Condition: Embrittled. Numerous tears along edges, particularly along right edge. Small piece missing at center of lower edge. 3” tear at lower left edge. Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical design. Projecting lintel and cornice above doorway is held by carved brackets (scroll and leaf, detailed in side elevation). Double door is solid at kick plate, with tri-part grillework on upper portion. Family name is inscribed in stone course just below building cornice, above fifth full-height course of stone. One roof course above cornice, with flat roofline at topmost cornice line. Molding above base course is neoclassical: inverted ovolo and inverted cavetto.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 18” x 21.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Numerous small tears along all edges. Left edge folded and torn. Small holes at upper edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical design. Projecting lintel and cornice above doorway is held by carved brackets (scroll and leaf, detailed in side elevation). Double door is solid at kick plate, with tri-part grillework on upper portion. Family name is inscribed in stone course just below building cornice, above fifth full-height course of stone. One roof course above cornice, with flat roofline at topmost cornice line. Molding above base course is neoclassical: inverted ovolo and inverted cavetto.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 18” x 21.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Reproduction of embossed imprint of John Feitner Monumental Works is barely legible along right lower margin near base of building.
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Small tears along all edges. Discoloration and browning on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Beaux arts/neoclassical design. Three cornice lines in side elevation. Bracket of doorway cornice is carved with leaf and scroll detailing. Molding above base course is inverted ovolo and inverted cavetto.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 18” x 21.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Reproduction of embossed imprint of John Feitner Monumental Works is barely legible along right lower margin near base of building.
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Small tears along all edges. Discoloration along all edges. Small folds along upper and lower edges.
Style/Design Details: Beaux arts/neoclassical design. Three cornice lines in side elevation. Bracket of doorway cornice is carved with leaf and scroll detailing. Molding above base course is inverted ovolo and inverted cavetto.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 21” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Hand-drawn original—graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, bluestone, marble, brick.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Small tears along all edges. Upper and left edges especially damaged.
Style/Design Details: Beaux arts/neoclassical design. Three cornice lines in side elevation. Bracket of doorway cornice is carved with leaf and scroll detailing. Chambers four high. Depth of entrance space is nearly equivalent in depth to chambers.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 18” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Hand-drawn original—graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Bluestone, brick, concrete, granite, marble.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Edges are torn and wrinkled. Embrittling throughout.
Style/Design Details: Design is an alternate or revision to other longitudinal section—measurements and dimensions differ. Four chambers high. Three cornice lines at left edge of section. Scroll and leaf detailing in bracket below lowermost cornice.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Not a reproduction of the hand-drawn originals in file—details differ.
Size: 22” x 17”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, bluestone, concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Small tears along all edges.
Style/Design Details: Beaux arts/neoclassical design. Three cornice lines in side elevation. Bracket of doorway cornice is carved with leaf and scroll detailing. Chambers four high. Depth of entrance space differs from that specified in hand-drawn longitudinal section—this version is 2” deeper.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Materials: Hand-drawn original—graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Granite floor.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Small tears, particularly along left edge. Was in bound packet.
Style/Design Details: Four chambers wide by three tall. 4” vertical spaces between. 2 ½” horizontal spacers. Each chamber 2-10 ½” wide.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 17” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite floor, concrete foundation.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Small tears, particularly along left and right edges. Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Four chambers wide by three tall. 4” vertical spaces between. Each chamber is 2-11 5/8” wide, an increased dimension compared to hand-drawn copy.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block; no identifying text of any kind.
Size: 23” x 12”
Drawing Materials: Hand-drawn original—graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Interior elevation shows ends of chambers—three wide by four high. Eight of these are marked with an X: each of the three on the bottommost two rows, and the two side chamber of the third row (center chamber of the third row and all chambers of the top row are left blank).
Condition: Two deep vertical folds. Discoloration in paper. Embrittling throughout.
Style/Design Details: Interior elevation shows an arched ceiling profile, thus inconsistent with other drawings in the Riley series.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 18” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Hand-drawn original—graphite on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Granite floor, bluestone flag, brick, marble.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Small tears and holes throughout. Left and lower edges especially damaged.
Style/Design Details: Dimensions differ from other versions and views. Depth of visiting chamber is one foot greater than in sectional views. Base level and entrance steps appear chamfered.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block. Differs slightly from hand-drawn plan; dimensions vary.
Size: 17” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite floor, brick.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in pencil is noted: “Riley 2332”; in black ink: “Riley”.
Condition: Embrittling throughout. Small tears along right edge. Small holes along top edge from binding. Reverse is darkened and discolored.
Style/Design Details: Dimensions differ from other drawings. Base level and entrance steps appear beveled/chamfered.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Black and red ink on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: One vertical fold line and one horizontal fold line; wrinkling throughout. Lower corner embossed with John Feitner’s stamp. Reverse is discolored along fold lines.
Style/Design Details: Indicates one 1’ thick wall, and additional stepped buttressing walls.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “Foundation Plan for ‘Riley’ Mausoleum Lot – Sec – Green-Wood Cem.”
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Black and red ink on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: Granite, concrete.
Notes/Markings: Several notes added in pencil concerning dimensions. Embossed stamp of John Feitner at lower left corner. On reverse in pencil: “Riley 2332” and in black ink: “Riley”.
Condition: Numerous fold throughout, especially one central vertical fold and one central horizontal fold. Lower edge discolored and wrinkled.
Scale: 1 ½” = 1’
Date: November 10, 1930
Details: “Drawn by J.L.M.”, “Underground Vault/ Lots 1246 & 7 Sec. 99 & 100”.
Size: 17” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Black ink on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Some smudges and discoloration.
Style/Design Details: Four vaults wide by three high.
Scale: 1 ½” = 1’
Date: November 10, 1930
Details: “Drawn by J.L.M.”, “Underground Vault/ Lots 1246 & 7 Sec. 99 & 100”.
Size: 17” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good.
Style/Design Details: Four vaults wide by three high.
Scale: 1 ½” = 1’
Date: November 10, 1930
Details: “Drawn by J.L.M.”, “Underground Vault/ Lots 1246 & 7 Sec. 99 & 100”.
Size: 17” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good.
Style/Design Details: Four vaults wide by three high.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner. “J.R. Gould & W.D. Kenneth Associate Architects”.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Glass” noted in pane of front door.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; corners folded and weakened. Small tears along lower edge; small creases and wrinkling at center of lower edge. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Right edge faded, likely due to light exposure.
Style/Design Details: Greek chapel style building of roughly square proportions in elevation (similar height as width), with shallow pitched roof. Entrance door is flanked by two Doric columns; family name is inscribed or carved (specifications document calls for a raised carving) in architrave. Door is a wide single door with glass upper panel covered with bronze grillework. A single bronze pull is placed centrally below the window.
Date: undated
Details: Five page (includes cover page) typewritten legal document, in packet bound with brass brads at top margin.
Size: 8 ½” x 13”
Drawing Materials: Typewritten on bond paper.
Materials Noted: Atlas Portland cement, Bronze, Pennsylvania ribbon slate, Barre Vermont granite, pink Tennessee marble.
Notes/Markings: On page two, in “Granite” section, “Victoria White” is crossed out in black ink and changed to “Barre Granite”.
Condition: Good overall. Lower edge wrinkled and damaged; front cover discolored and slightly dirtied.
Date: undated
Details: Four page typewritten legal document in packet bound with brass brads at top margin.
Size: 8 ½” x 13”
Drawing Materials: Linen paper.
Materials Noted: Atlas Portland cement, bronze, Pennsylvania ribbon slate, Barre Vermont granite, pink Tennessee marble.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Several dimensions corrected: in black ink, the blocks of the second course of masonry are noted to be 9’ 5 ¾” instead of 9’ 8”, and 1’ 7” instead of 1’ 4 ¼”; in the foundation level masonry the frontmost block which is set halfway below grad is noted to increase in depth from 2’ 0” to 2’ 11”.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; corners folded and weakened. Small tears along lower edge, particularly at center of lower edge. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Small creases and wrinkling along center of lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Four courses of rusticated ashlar masonry between base/plinth and architrave. Blocks of second and fourth courses span nearly the full length of the building. Plinth is less than half the height of a single course of masonry, at 10” (at front elevation), whereas masonry is 2’ tall per course.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; corners folded and weakened. Small tears along lower edge, particularly at center of lower edge. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding. Lower corners folded and weakened; creases and wrinkling at center of lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Base of building rear elevation is roughly three feet below the front edge of base of building at front elevation. One window placed centrally at rear elevation, above second major course of masonry (counting four courses above front plinth/base level) and below architrave.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Materials key is noted along right margin: granite, marble, slate, brick, and concrete are noted. Art glass window in bronze frame and bronze ventilating rosettes.
Notes/Markings: In original, at roof level is noted: “Lewis and Block may be used to move bodies.”
Condition: Lower edge Embrittled, wrinkled, and folded, with small tears and wrinkling along lower central edge.
Style/Design Details: Roughly square, symmetrical design, with two catacombs at either side, art glass window placed centrally. Exterior edge of masonry is stepped outward, extending slightly over architrave belowroof line. Four catacombs in total.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Cast bronze rosettes, bronze doors, granite, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; lower edge wrinkled and discolored. Folding and slight tears at upper edge. Small holes along upper edge from staple binding.
Style/Design Details: Two catacombs tall, marble panels above. Columns at front entrance 8’ tall, noted to be carved of one piece.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor slab, top slate of catacomb, brick.
Notes/Markings: Corner piers at front elevation are indicated as separate masonry via lines in black ink; depth adjusted to 1’ 7” per note on left side.
Condition: Three inch tear near upper right corner. Lower edge wrinkled, warped, and Embrittled with discoloration on reverse. Lower left corner folded and weakened.
Style/Design Details: Two 8” square brick piers extend from top slate surface of catacombs to ceiling. Laterally symmetric design with exception of door, which latches at the right and swings to the left. Door is full width of occupiable interior floor space—no interior seat, etc., and relatively little room to stand—visiting is not privileged in the design over the permanent resting space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “Lot No. 8016-8017, Section No. 70, Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY”. “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in pencil is noted “Goodnough 8016/7”.
Condition: Five inch tear from upper edge near right corner toward center. Lower corners folded and weakened. Embrittling along all edges. Small tears along edges.
Style/Design Details: Foundation is perfectly square at 12’ 10” per side. Three cavities denoted in plan—one central cavity larger in width at 3’ 1” and 7’ 8” long—side cavities are same length but 1’ 10 ½” wide.
Details: Six-page (including cover) typewritten legal document, in bound packet with pale blue linen paper as backing/binding; bound at top margin with two brass brads. Included with drawings marked as Set #2, which were originally bound with brass brads, and contained a piece of construction paper at the front of packet, with handwritten note in black ink: “From E.G. Pohle 86 Westville Ave, Caldwell NJ”; “Greenwood Cemetery Corp—Brooklyn, New York”. Noted on same front sheet in red pencil: “8016/7”.
Size: 8 ½” x 13” typewritten pages; 9” x 13 ½” including blue backing paper.
Drawing Materials: Roman bond paper; woven linen cover.
Materials Noted: Atlas Portland cement, bronze, Pennsylvania ribbon slate, barre Vermont granite, pink Tennessee marble.
Notes/Markings: Second page of document (not paginated, but immediately following cover page) contains a payment schedule and work schedule (Farrington, Gould, and Hoagland to be paid a total of $11,600). Second page signed by J.R. Gould, Prest.; W.B.R Hoeffner; Annie F. Wallace. Final page of document (numbered 4 but appearing as 6th page in packet) is signed by the same three parties, and dated in Annie F. Wallace’s hand: “November 6, 1922”. On reverse of packet are several notes in Annie F. Wallace’s hand. In pencil: “Contract for Goodnough Mausoleum”. In black ink: “These specifications, blueprints, inscriptions, etc. are for the assistance of my executors in case the mausoleum now completed should be destroyed. A.F.W. Feb 1, 1924”; “$15,000.00 being the maximum to cover entire cost.”
Condition: Relatively good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner; “J.R. Gould & W.D. Kenneth Associate Architects.”
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Glass” noted in pane of front door.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed on original; reproduced in copy: “Approved Aug 13 1920 by W.E. Grassau Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Tear at center lower edge, portion of drawing is folded over at tear. Many small tears and folds along lower edge. Small holes along upper edge from staple and brad bindings. Three deep horizontal fold lines.
Style/Design Details: Greek chapel style building of nearly square proportions in elevation (similar height as width) with shallow pitched roof. Entrance is flanked by two Doric columns; family name is inscribed or carved (specifications document calls for a raised carving) in architrave. Door is a wide single door with glass upper panel covered with bronze grillework. A single bronze pull is placed centrally below the window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed on original; reproduced in copy: “Approved Aug 13 1920 by W.E. Grassau Superintendent”. One dimension adjusted in black ink in second course of masonry—9’ 5” is corrected to 9’ 5 ¼”.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Tear at center lower edge. Two deep horizontal folds across drawing. Small tears along lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Four courses of rusticated ashlar masonry between base/plinth and architrave. Blocks of second and fourth courses span nearly the full length of the building, at 9’ 5 ¼”. Plinth /base course is less than half the height of a single course of masonry, at 10” (at front elevation) whereas masonry is 2’ tall per course.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed on original; reproduced in copy: “Approved Aug 13 1920 by W.E. Grassau Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Tear at center lower edge. Three deep horizontal folds across drawing. Small tears along lower edge. Less pronounced vertical folds divide the drawing into fifths.
Style/Design Details: Base of building at rear elevation is roughly three feet below the front edge of base of building at front elevation. One window is placed centrally at rear elevation, above second major course of masonry (counting four courses total, above front plinth/base level) and below architrave.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Materials key is noted along right margin: granite, marble, slate, brick, concrete. Art glass window and bronze ventilating rosettes.
Notes/Markings: In original, at roof level is noted: “Lewis and Block may be used to move bodies.”
Condition: Lower edge embrittled and torn; right edge has many small tears and folds. Two deep horizontal folds across drawing; four less pronounced vertical folds. One inch tear at center of lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Roughly square, symmetrical design, with two catacombs at either side. Art glass window placed centrally. Exterior edge of masonry is stepped outward near the roofline, extending slightly over architrave below roofline. Four catacombs in total.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “2608” stamped in lower right corner. Original signed “Grassau”.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Cast bronze rosettes, bronze doors, granite, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; lower edge has slightly larger tears. One inch tear at center of lower edge. Two deep horizontal folds across drawing; four less pronounced vertical folds. Drawing is wrinkled overall.
Style/Design Details: Two catacombs stacked; marble panels above. Columns at front entrance are 8’ tall, noted to be carved in one piece.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” stamped in lower right corner; original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor slab, top slate of catacomb, brick.
Notes/Markings: Corner piers at front elevation are indicated as separate masonry, in contradiction with earlier drawing set. (This set is thus more recent.)
Condition: All edges embrittled; one inch tear at center of lower edge. Two deep horizontal folds across drawing; four less pronounced vertical folds.
Style/Design Details: Two 8” square brick piers are indicated to extend from top slate surface of catacombs to ceiling. Laterally symmetric design, with exception of door, which latches at the right and swings open to the left. Door is full width of occupiable interior floorspace—no interior seat, etc., and relatively little room to stand—visiting is not privileged in the design over the permanent resting space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” stamped in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau. Noted along lower edge: “Lot No. 8016-8017, Section No. 70, Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY.”
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in black ink: “Inscriptions on catacombs. Annie Frances Goodnough/ Beloved Daughter of Rev. Alfred E. & Annie F. Goodnough/ 1881-1920/ I have always tried to be fair./ Rev. Alfred Everett Goodnough/ 1855-1888/ Pastor of the First Unitarian Society/ He went about doing good.”
Condition: Lower left corner cut (with scissors or blade) and missing, just below and in line with inscription notes above. Horizontal holds are discolored and weakened on reverse, with holes forming at all junctions of horizontal and vertical folds. Embrittling along all edges; small tears along bottom.
Style/Design Details: Perfectly square at 12’ 10” each side.
Details: The front of this paper contains information regarding the lot and section numbers, name of lot owner, and lot size, plus a diagram of the lot and its relative dimensions. The back has an outline of the circular lot in relation to two nearby lots.
Drawing Materials: Ink on paper.
Condition: There is a crease down the left side and a brad hole in the upper left corner.
Details: The photograph of the stained-glass window is black and white. The note from Mrs. Wallace describes the subject of the window, lists the name and address of the person who made it, and states the final price of the window. It is initialed A.F.W.
Condition: The note is slightly stained around the edges and the photo is in good condition.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner; “J.R. Gould & W.D. Kenneth Associate Architects.” Original signed by W.C. Grassau, Superintendent.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Glass” noted in pane of front door.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; lower edge particularly damaged. Tears at center of lower edge; folded and wrinkled around tears. Discolored on revers, particularly at lower edge. Horizontal band of discoloration near upper edge.
Style/Design Details: Greek chapel style building of roughly square proportions (similar height as width) with shallow pitched roof. Entrance is flanked by two Doric columns. Family name is inscribed or carved (specifications document calls for a raised carving) in architrave. Door is a wide single door with glass upper panel covered with bronze grillework. A single bronze pull is placed centrally below the window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental. (Dimensions are the same as corrected dimensions of earlier drawing.)
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Lower edge has small tears and folds, with wrinkling extending from tears on lower edge. Right edge slightly faded.
Style/Design Details: Four courses of rusticated ashlar masonry between base/plinth and architrave. Blocks of second and fourth courses span nearly the full length of building. Plinth is less than half the height of a single course of masonry, at 10” (at front elevation) whereas masonry is 2’ tall per course. Additional 2’ deep course of masonry below plinth level; lower grade level at rear of building.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; small tears and discoloration along lower edge. Wrinkling and slight warping at lower edge and upward.
Style/Design Details: Base of building at rear elevation is roughly three feet below the front edge of base of building at front elevation. One window is placed centrally at rear elevation, above second major course of masonry (counting four courses total, above front plinth/base level) and below architrave.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Materials key is noted along right margin: granite, marble, slate, brick, concrete. Art glass window and bronze ventilating rosettes.
Notes/Markings: In original, at roof level is noted: “Lewis and Block may be used to move bodies.”
Condition: Lower edge wrinkled and warped with small tears. Embrittling along all edges. Discoloration on reverse along edges.
Style/Design Details: Roughly square, symmetrical design, with two catacombs at either side. Art glass window placed centrally. Exterior edge of masonry is stepped outward as it approaches the roofline, extending slightly over architrave below roofline. Four catacombs in total.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” stamped in lower right corner. Original signed by W. C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Cast bronze rosettes, bronze doors, granite, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: In pencil is noted: “3’ 0”” along masonry of rear elevation at foundation level.
Condition: Lower edge wrinkled and warped with small tears and folds. Embrittling along all edges. Slight white stains along left margin, as if from blueprint developing process.
Style/Design Details: Two catacombs tall; marble panels above. Columns at front entrance are 8’ tall, noted to be carved in one piece.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “Lot No. 8016-8017, Section No. 70, Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY”. “2608” stamped in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau, superintendent.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in pencil is noted: “Goodnough 8016/7”; in another hand: “Goodnough Vault” and “6”. In red pencil: “2608”. In black ink: “Goodnough”.
Condition: Embrittling and discoloration along all edges. Reverse is smudged and discolored, particularly at lower portion. Small tears along edges, especially left edge and at center of lower edge. Three small holes along upper edge—has been detached from stapled packet.
Style/Design Details: Foundation is perfectly square at 12’ 10” each side. Three cavities denoted in plan—one central cavity larger in width at 3’ 1” and 7’ 8” long; side cavities are same length but 1’ 10 ½” wide.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” stamped in lower right corner; original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor slab, top slate of catacomb, brick.
Notes/Markings: Corner piers at front elevation are indicated as separate masonry, in contradiction with earlier drawing set. (This set is thus more recent.) On reverse in pencil is noted: “Goodnough 8016”.
Condition: Embrittling at all edges, discoloration at edges on reverse. Small tears, wrinkling, and warping.
Style/Design Details: Two 8” square brick piers are indicated to extend from top slate surface of catacombs to ceiling. Laterally symmetric design, with exception of door, which latches at the right and swings open to the left. Door is full width of occupiable interior floorspace—no interior seat, etc., and relatively little room to stand—visiting is not privileged in the design over the permanent resting space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau, superintendent. “J.R. Gould and W.D. Kenneth Associate Architects”.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: “Glass” is noted in upper panel of front door.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges; several small tears along lower edge. Two deep fold marks across drawing packet: one vertical; one horizontal.
Style/Design Details: Greek chapel style building of roughly square proportions (similar height as width), with shallow pitched roof. Entrance door is flanked by two Doric columns. Family name is inscribed or carved (specifications document calls for a raised carving) in architrave. Door is a wide single door with glass upper panel covered in bronze grillework. A single bronze pull is placed centrally below the window.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner; original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental. Dimensions are the same as corrected dimensions of earlier drawings.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Small tears particularly along right edge. Two deep folds across drawing packet—one vertical; one horizontal.
Style/Design Details: Base of building at rear elevation is roughly three feet below the front edge of base of building at front elevation. One window placed centrally at rear elevation, above second major course of masonry (counting four courses above front plinth/base level) and below architrave.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” noted in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: In second course of masonry above base, “¼”” is noted over the printed measurement of 9’ 5 ¼”.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Left edge especially has small tears. Two deep creases—one vertical, one horizontal—which warp the drawing.
Style/Design Details: Four courses of rusticated ashlar masonry between base/plinth and architrave. Blocks of second and fourth courses span nearly the full length of building. Plinth is less than half the height of a single course of masonry, at 10” (at front elevation) whereas masonry is 2’ tall per course. Additional 2’ deep course of masonry below plinth level; lower grade level at rear of building.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” stamped in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Cast bronze rosettes, bronze doors, granite, marble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: In pencil several dimensions are corrected or added, including 8’ 8” as width of wall from ends of catacomb, etc.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Left edge has several small tears, with one larger near midpoint. Two deep creases—one vertical, one horizontal—across drawing. Slight white staining at lower left corner, as if from blueprint developing process.
Style/Design Details: Two catacombs tall, marble panels above. Columns at front entrance are 8’ tall, noted to be carved of one piece.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “Lot No. 8016-8017, Section No. 70, Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY”. “2608” noted in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau, superintendent.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in black pen is a list of monetary figures: “Lot 5000, Window 700, Door 445, Building 11600, Plans 100, Foundation 1000 = 18845 + 1155 (Extras moorings & reinterments & receiving vault & new caskets &c.) = $20,000”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Left edge has several small tears, and one larger tear near midpoint. Several small holes near the center of drawing. Reverse of drawing is discolored, especially lower half which is particularly browned.
Style/Design Details: Foundation is perfectly square at 12’ 10” per side. Three cavities denoted in plan—one central cavity larger in width at 3’ 1” and 7’ 8” long; side cavities are same length but 1’ 10 ½” wide.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” stamped in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor slab, top slate of catacomb, brick.
Notes/Markings: Corner piers at front elevation are indicated as separate masonry (in contradiction to earlier drawing set—thus this set is more recent).
Condition: Small vertical holes along top edge from brads—was detached from set. Embrittling along all edges, especially lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Two 8” square brick piers are indicated to extend from top slate surface of catacombs to ceiling. Laterally symmetric design, with exception of door, which latches at the right and swings open to the left. Door is full width of occupiable interior floor space—no interior seat, etc., and relatively little room to stand—in other words, visiting is not privileged in the design over permanent resting space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “2608” stamped in lower right corner. Original signed by W.C. Grassau.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Materials key is included along right margin: granite, marble, slate, brick, concrete. Art glass window and bronze ventilating rosettes.
Notes/Markings: In original, at roof level, is noted: “Lewis and Black may be used to move bodies.”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Upper right and lower left corners are folded with small tears. Large 4” tear at center of top edge. 3” tear at lower edge repaired on reverse with archival tape.
Style/Design Details: Roughly square, symmetrical design, with two catacombs at either side; art glass window placed centrally. Exterior edge of masonry is stepped outward as it approaches roofline, extending slightly over architrave below roofline. Four catacombs in total.
Scale: ½” = 1'
Details: No title block. Supplemental to composite drawing. Noted as “Design D”.
Size: 12” x 17”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Several notes made in black wax pencil at lower edge of drawing. “Note: See A Drawing for Names on Curved Walls and on Pylons.” On reverse in pencil is noted: “25/28”.
Condition: Several fold lines across document. Small holes in corners from binding. Some wrinkling near top edge.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical/Egyptian revival with some Baroque/gothic detailing. Four pylons in front elevation; two flanking entrance and two at ends of curved wall. Pylons at entrance are larger, with coat-of-arms on front face. Pylons are set atop neoclassical bases. Semi-circular, curved roofline with cavetto cornice, which also carries across curved walls to end pylons. Large Romanesque cross carved above arched doorway.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Noted near title block: “The block was built under the superintendence and engineering of Major Richd Delafield, United States Corps of Engineers during year 1853.” Title block states: “F. Delancey Robinson – Architect – 1933 Changes –New York City”.
Size: 26” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Several notes made in pencil on elevation drawing, regarding pylons and coat of arms. On reverse in pencil, “25/28” is noted in three places.
Condition: Missing section at center of top edge, repaired tape. Numerous tears along edges and along fold lines. Folds and tears at lower edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical with Baroque and Egyptian revival touches. Four pylons in front elevation—two flanking entrance, and one at either end of curved wall. Each pylon is stacked on a neoclassical base; entrance pylons are roughly twice the size of end pylons. Cavetto cornice on roofline, extending across curved wall, to corniceline of end pylons.
Scale: ¾” = 1’ in sections; 1/8” = 1’ in plan.
Details: “No. 4873 B” noted at lower right corner.
Size: 31” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, old white marble, brownstone, slate, bronze expansion bolts with rosettes, brick arch and stone wall.
Notes/Markings: At upper left is noted “Plan for new interior work/ F. Delancy Robinson/ Architect/ 121 East 37th St. New York”.
Condition: Deep fold line vertically at center. Several small tears along lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Three vaults high; five vaults wide.
Scale: Noted as ¾” scale—copies are not to scale.
Details: “Side-Hill Vault Lot No. 25-28 Sec 36”. Drawing notes future capacity of vault.
Size: Five copies total. Three copies are 8 ½” x 11”; one copy is 8 ½” x 14”; one copy is 11” x 17”.
Drawing Materials: Black and white photocopy on standard copier paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Style/Design Details: Cemetery engineer’s drawing to indicate future capacity of vault.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: “Side-Hill Vault Lot No. 25-28 Sec. 36”. Drawing notes future capacities of vaults.
Size: 12” x 17”
Drawing Materials: Black ink on drafting vellum.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good.
Style/Design Details: Cemetery engineer’s drawing to indicate future capacity of vault.
Scale: No scale noted—approximately 1” = 1’
Details: “Side-Hill Vault Lot Nos. 25-28 Sec 36”.
Size: 12” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Black ink on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slight wrinkling throughout. Fold lines across document.
Style/Design Details: Straightforward technical drawing indicating interred—total of four vaults as of this drawing.
Scale: No scale noted—approximately 1” = 1’
Details: “Side-Hill Vault Lot No. 25-28 Sec. 36”.
Size: 12” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slight fold lines along lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Straightforward technical drawing indicating interred—total of four vaults as of this drawing.
Scale: No scale noted—approximately 1” = 1’
Details: “Side-Hill Vault Lot No. 25-28 Sec. 36”. Drawing notes future capacities of vaults.
Size: 12” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in brown pencil is noted “25/28”.
Condition: Left edge slightly wrinkled and discolored. Small tear at lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Straightforward technical drawing indicating interred—total of four vaults as of this drawing.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Details: Shows an aerial view of the mausoleum and its surrounding plot.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting vellum.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: The title block specifies that this drawing is for “Lot Nos. 25-6-7-8 & 3977-78-79-80 Section 36”. A compass is included in the lower right of the plan. “Drawn by J.L.M.” On the reverse, noted in red pencil, is “25/28 & 3977/80”.
Condition: Good.
Scale: 1/8” = 1'
Details: Shows an aerial view of the mausoleum and its surrounding plot.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: The title block specifies that this drawing is for “Lot Nos. 25-6-7-8 & 3977-78-79-80 Section 36”. A compass is included in the lower right of the plan. “Drawn by J.L.M.”
Condition: Good.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Details: Shows an aerial view of the mausoleum and its surrounding plot.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: The title block specifies that this drawing is for “Lot Nos. 25-6-7-8 & 3977-78-79-80 Section 36”. No compass is included in the plan. “Drawn by J.L.M.”
Condition: Good.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Details: Similar to Items I, J, and K, this plan shows the mausoleum and its circular plot, but this drawing also shows the surrounding lots (12238-41, 3529, and 10744) as well as the neighboring roads (Acacia Path and Ravine Path). Letters A-Q denote specific elevations of the Parish vault and surrounding plots, and a legend in the upper right corner provides the elevations for the corresponding letters.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper; penciled notations added later.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “Drawn by J.L.M.” Penciled notes added later. On the reverse is written “25/28 3977/80” in pencil.
Condition: Good. Slight crease marks throughout.
Scale: Not stated.
Details: “Underground Vault Lot Nos. 3977-3980 Sec. 36.” Names and death dates are provided for 30 crypts.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “Drawn by J.L.M.”
Condition: Good. Slight creases in the lower corners.
Scale: Not stated.
Details: “Underground Vault Lot Nos. 3977-3980 Sec. 36.” Names and death dates are provided for 30 crypts.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “Drawn by J.L.M.”
Condition: Good. Two copies have tears along the bottom where the fold crease is. One copy is stained on the back and contains a pencil drawing. Another copy also has a pencil drawing on the back – a detailed plan – as well as a drawing in blue pen showing 11 crypts.
Details: The first photograph shows the front of the mausoleum; the second photograph shows the right side of the mausoleum; and the third photograph shows the right side and part of the front.
Notes/Markings: Each photograph is marked with a red marker. The backs of the first two photographs have the following notes written in black ink: "25/28 3977/80 Sec 36 Parish/Delafield." The back of the third photograph has a similar note: "27-30 3977-80 Sec 36 Parish/Delafied."
Condition: Good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “Lots 8174 etc. Sec 24”.
Size: 23” x 16”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, marble, Gustavino arch, slate.
Notes/Markings: Noted in pencil on reverse: “8174 Etc.”
Condition: Wrinkling along left edge; discoloration on right edge on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Three chambers high; two sets of chambers facing, with 7’ 2” space between. “Gustavino Arch” noted at roofline. Subterranean.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Possibly precedes other addition drawings—fewer details in text.
Size: 25” x 16”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, glass, Gustavino tile on barrel arch.
Notes/Markings: Noted in pencil on reverse: “8174 Etc.”
Condition: Wrinkling and paper clip impressions along left edge. Discoloration on reverse. Slight tears along edges.
Style/Design Details: Differs from alternate transverse section in being four chambers high, rather than three high. Glass skylight is place above centerline of space between left and right burial chambers; skylight is perfectly central in both plan and section.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Possibly precedes other addition drawings—fewer details on drawing.
Size: 25” x 16”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, Gustavino tile on barrel arch, glass.
Notes/Markings: Nothing supplemental.
Condition: Wrinkling and paper clip impressions along left edge.
Style/Design Details: Differs from alternate longitudinal section in being five chambers wide, rather than three. Total height is 11’ 2” rather than 9’ 7” in the alternate drawing. A glass skylight extends to grade from centerline of addition. (No skylight in alternate addition drawing.)
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “Lots 8174 etc. Sec 24”.
Size: 20” x 16”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, earth fill.
Notes/Markings: Nothing supplemental.
Condition: Wrinkling along left edge; small tears along upper edge.
Style/Design Details: Additional section of vault added—total height of addition 9’ 7”; total width 9’ 6”. Three chambers wide; three chambers high. Demi-circular vaulted roof. Subterranean space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Possibly precedes other addition drawings—fewer details on drawing.
Size: 25” x 16”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, marble.
Notes/Markings: Nothing supplemental.
Condition: Wrinkling and paper clip impressions along left edge. Slight tears along lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Differs from alternate half plan in being five chambers wide, rather than three.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “Lots 8174 etc. Sec 24”.
Size: 20” x 16”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, granite, concrete.
Notes/Markings: Nothing supplemental.
Conditon: Wrinkling along left edge. Small tears along top edge.
Style/Design Details: Three chambers laid lengthwise; slate walls between.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Noted as “# 2495” at lower edge of title block. Was contained in bound packet of five drawings.
Size: 26” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Brownstone piece set into granite (carved date).
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved 5/3/10 by W.C. Grassau, Superintendent”. In original, reproduced in blueprint: “Approved plan 4/14/10 – Harrison Granite Co. [Illegible] JDWC”. Noted at midpoint of drawing: “16 flutes on each column”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Small tears and folds along edges. Deep wrinkle along left edge with small tears extending from wrinkle. Staple holes along left edge, with small holes from earlier binding. Encapsulated in mylar.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical design with four Doric columns spaced across broad entry portico. Columns extend straight to floor with no base. Slightly atticurge doorframe with bronze grille double doors. “Cutting” is carved into stone above door, which is drawn as continuous with stonework of elevation wall, rather than a separate lintel or frieze. Stonework of roof is drawn as one continuous block the full width of building, roughly 19’ wide.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Noted as “# 2495” at lower right edge of title block. Was in bound packet.
Size: 26” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved 5/3/10 by W.C. Grassau, Superintendent”. In original and reproduced in blueprint: “Buttress added April 25 10. See change in joint in E course.”
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Small tears along edges, and extending from fold near left edge. Staple holes at left edge. Encapsulated in mylar.
Style/Design Details: Cornice extends toward front as well as sides. Set deeply into elevation of hillside.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Noted as “# 2495” at lower edge of title block. Was in bound packet.
Size: 26” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, slate covers, brick, concrete, bronze rod, bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved 5/3/10 by W.C. Grassau, Superintendent”. In original, reproduced in blueprint, along right edge of building: “Concrete instead of brick—changed 4/25/10”. Noted along left edge of building: “NO BRICK HERE”. In roofline, noted in pencil: “7 ½”” and "11" ".
Condition: Embrittled. Staple holes at left edge. Encapsulated in mylar.
Style/Design Details: Cross section indicates 24 catacombs—four chambers high by six chambers wide.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Noted as “# 2495” at lower edge of title block. Was in bound packet.
Size: 26” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble floor, slate, brick, brownstone, reinforced concrete.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved 5/3/10 by W.C. Grassau, Superintendent”. Noted in pencil within roofline are adjusted measurements or reinforcements.
Condition: Embrittled. Small tears along all edges. Staple holes from binding. Encapsulated in mylar.
Style/Design Details: Entrance space is same depth as catacomb chambers—large interior space for visitors, etc. Entrance door is relatively low compared to ceiling height—7’ to 9’ 6” interior ceiling. Interior wall surface comprises three large stone facing panels.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: Noted as “# 2495” at lower edge of title block. Was contained in bound packet of five drawings.
Size: 26” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, brick, marble wainscoting, marble floor.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved 5/3/10 by W.C. Grassau, Superintendent”. Noted on reverse in pencil: “Cutting (Apr 1 1910) 6612/4”. Drawn in pencil are dimensions of foundation plan.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Small tears along all edges. Large tear extends from upper left corner toward center, roughly 6” in length. Small holes along left edges from binding. Reverse is discolored/browned. Encapsulated in mylar.
Style/Design Details: Symmetrical plan. Six chambers wide. Buttress on each side of front elevation, extending forward from entry portico.
Details: Typewritten legal document, 6 pages in length. Bound at top edge with two brass brads.
Size: 8 ¼” x 13”
Drawing Materials: Bond paper, typewritten in black ink, with additional notes in black ink.
Materials Noted: Bronze, glass, concrete, Portland cement, brick, Barre Vermont granite, veined white or pink Tennessee marble, brass or copper wire, Pennsylvania ribbon slate, bronze doors, bars, grilles, ornaments.
Notes/Markings: On last page is one additional specifications section, handwritten in black ink. On reverse of last page is handwritten in black ink: “Copy for Green-Wood Cemetery/ Cutting Vault/ From/ Harrison Granite Co./ 200 5th Ave.,/ N.Y. City”. Sketched in pencil on reverse are two angles of stone edges, one 3” angle and one 6” angle.
Condition: Relatively good.
Details: On letterhead of Harrison Granite Company, typed in indigo ink. Stapled to specifications document. Contents refers to letter from James D.W. Cutting about “improvement of his vault in your cemetery”.
Size: 8 ½” x 11”
Drawing Materials: Bond paper, Harrison Granite Co. letterhead.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: A cursive “E” is written atop typed signature of Harrison Granite Company. Stamped on reverse in blue ink: “Received/ The Green-Wood Cemetery/ April 16 1910 826 AM Brooklyn New York”.
Condition: Several deep fold lines—one horizontal line at the center, two horizontal lines above and below central fold line. Wrinkling along left edge. Fold lines discolored on reverse.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Noted as “Revised Drawings”; “3182 C” also noted near title block. Was previously bound with staples at left edge to elevation drawings of the Cutting Mausoleum.
Size: 20” x 36”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Reinforced concrete, plate glass, expanded metal, old brick wall, cinder concrete, Clinton wine cloth (noted then crossed out), marble tile floor.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed by W.C. Grassau – 6/14/12. Signed in red pencil, stamped in blue. On original, reproduced in lighter tone in blueprint, are floor and drainage details, likely added after original drawing. Noted on reverse in pencil: “6615/17”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Numerous tears along lower edge, repaired on reverse with tape. Large tear at midpoint of right edge, approximately 8” long, repaired on reverse with tape. Encapsulated in mylar.
Style/Design Details: Simple, unadorned design. Plate glass in skylight shaft. Bronze grille gate.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 17” x 23”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Appears to be drawn by the cemetery engineer—same hand as the names/notes found on reverse of numerous drawings. Noted on reverse in black ink: “Lots 7001 &c. VanKensselaer”. Noted in pencil: “7001/10”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Small tears at upper and lower edges. Reverse is darkened and discolored. Wrinkling particularly along upper edge. Left has staple holes from being bound to original drawing.
Style/Design Details: Cross section of vault indicates five vaults wide by six vaults high—only five vault fronts are inscribed with the name of interred. Plan and section indicate large underground vault set into hillside with smaller ground-level monuments at surface.
Scale: 1/8” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 17” x 23”
Drawing Materials: Black ink on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Smudged and discolored along right edge. Lower edge discolored. Left edge wrinkled and warped. Two staples marks along left edge where drawing was bound to blueprint copy.
Style/Design Details: Cross section of vault indicates five vaults wide by six vaults high—only five vault fronts are inscribed with the name of interred. Plan and section indicate large underground vault set into hillside with smaller ground-level monuments at surface.
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the mausoleum within its surrounding lot. The lot is in the shape of an oval and borders Alpine Path, Andean Path, and Summit Avenue. The gate to the lot is on Alpine Path. A small diagram above the lot plan shows the structure above the ground line.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: “7001/10” written in pencil in the lower left corner.
Condition: Extremely brittle with tears along the right edge and portions missing from the bottom edge. The plan is in two pieces, torn down the middle where it had been creased.
Details: Similar to Item C in this series, this plan shows an aerial view of the mausoleum within its surrounding lot. Measurements are provided to show the distance from the front and back of the mausoleum to the lot line, and the monuments atop and next to the vault are given more detail. A diagram to the right of the lot plan shows the cross section of the vault with 4 catacombs inscribed with names and birthdates/dates of death. A drawing below the lot plan shows the vault and monument foundations below the ground line.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: “7001/10” written in pencil in the lower left corner.
Condition: Discolored and extremely brittle with portions missing from the bottom and left edges. The plan is in two pieces, torn down the middle where it had been creased
Scale: 1” = 1'
Details: Noted in lower right corner: “Est 2758”.
Size: 25” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in black ink: “Dunne”. Stamping in blue ink near lower right.
Condition: Embrittled. Numerous small tears along edges, especially lower edge and upper edge on right side. Small holes along right side from binding.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical, Greek chapel style design. Four columns at front façade. Family name inscribed in header of door frame. Unadorned architrave and tympanum. Tuscan columns without ribbing at front façade.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Noted in lower right corner: “Est 2758”.
Size: 25” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Stained glass window.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink near lower right corner; not signed. Noted on reverse in pencil: “Dunne”, “9063 etc”.
Condition: Embrittled. Numerous tears along edges, ranging from one to twelve inches long. One eight inch tear at lower edge toward center, through main portion of drawing.
Style/Design Details: Altar below stained glass window at center of back wall. Two fluted Ionic columns rise from level of altar surface, surmounted by peaked window header with cross and floral details in frieze. Five catacombs tall on either side.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Noted in lower right corner: “Est 2758”.
Size: 25” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink near lower right.
Condition: Embrittled. Numerous tears along right edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Four courses of heavy rusticated masonry between plinth and top of columns. One additional course at architrave height. Windowless side elevation.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Noted in lower right corner: “Est 2758”.
Size: 25” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite floor, bronze doors, slate, bronze threshold, bronze grille, stained glass.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink near lower right.
Condition: Embrittled. Numerous tears along all edges. Holes from staples at upper edge; was in bound packet of four drawings. Some wrinkling and warping of the drawing.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical design, Greek chapel style plan. Entry portico is fronted by a line of four Tuscan columns. Broad and deep visitor space within the mausoleum—8’ x 14’ 6”, with additional 7’ x 7’ space between catacombs, in front of altar—in total approximately 165 square feet of visitor space, an atypically large amount.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Composite—includes foundation plan, but also ½ front elevation, ½ cross section, longitudinal section, and axonometric.
Size: 25” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in lower right in blue ink. Pencil sketches of full plot on reverse, with survey details included. “Dunne” noted in black ink on reverse. “16 strips” also noted in pencil on reverse.
Condition: Wrinkled and embrittled throughout. Discolored on reverse. Small tears along all edges. Holes along right edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Noted in lower right corner: “Est 2758”.
Size: 26” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink near lower right. Original signed by Desmond Dunne, reproduced in blueprint.
Condition: Embrittled and weakened. Lower edge particularly damaged, with two eight inch tears severely weakening drawing. Smaller tears along all edges.
Style/Design Details: Four courses of heavy rusticated masonry between base and roof level. One rear window placed centrally between first and third courses of masonry, with thick window head.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Noted in lower right corner: “Est 2758”.
Size: 26” x 34”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble.
Notes/Markings: Stamped at center of lower edge, but not signed. Original signed by Desmond Dunne and Harrison Granite Co, reproduced in blueprint. “Dunne” noted in black ink on reverse.
Condition: Embrittled. Lower edge torn, folded, and weakened. Smaller tears along all edges. Small holes along right edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Catacombs five high. Full ceiling height is nearly twice the height of entrance doorway. Front columns massive and proportionally short.
Details: Nine-page signed contract document.
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Materials: Typewritten document on pure linen bond paper.
Materials Noted: Brick, Atlas cement mortar, light barre Vermont granite, Meyers Pruzzolan cement, white Italian Caviara marble, Pennsylvania ribbon slate, bronze doors, bronze grilles and handles, bronze hangers and window frame, art glass window.
Notes/Markings: Signed: “WH Harrison Pres” (of the Harrison Granite Company), and “Desmond Dunne”. Noted: “In presence of M. Winter.”
Condition: Some discoloration and wear along edges and on reverse of final page, as well as first page. Upper edge bound with two metal grommets, through which brass brads are fastened.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: April 14, 1910
Details: Was stapled to second drawing originally.
Size: 26” x 12”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Brick, concrete, slate.
Notes/Markings: Originals are signed and dated at lower right corner. Noted on reverse in black ink: “Sands”. In pencil: “10402”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout, small tears along all edges. Small holes along upper and right edges from previous binding.
Style/Design Details: Catacombs stacked three high on either side of stairs. Arched ceiling.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: April 14, 1910
Details: Originally included as supplement to composite drawing.
Size: 9” x 12”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Originals are signed and dated at lower right corner.
Condition: Embrittled throughout, small tears along all edges. Small holes from binding.
Style/Design Details: Catacombs stacked three high on either side of stairs. Arched ceiling.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Composite drawing of front elevation, plan, and side elevation. Originally in packet of drawings.
Size: 18” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped on reverse in blue ink: “Received the Green-Wood Cemetery June 13 9 43 AM – 18 Brooklyn New York.”
Condition: Three deep creases in each direction, horizontally and vertically.
Style/Design Details: Very diminutively scaled monument—6’ deep, close to 8’ tall. Front façade has a deco appearance.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Composite drawing of front elevation, plan, and side elevation.
Size: 18” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at lower right corner: “Approved 4/15/18 1918 By WCG Superintendent”. In pencil on reverse: “10233”.
Condition: Holes at upper edge from staples. Embrittling throughout. Small tears along left edge. Wrinkled/warped throughout. Smudges/fingerprints on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Very diminutively scaled monument—6’ deep, close to 8’ tall. Front façade has a deco appearance.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Five separate drawings and title block. “Design #3764”, “Order #8861”.
Size: 22” x 28”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, concrete, marble, glass, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at lower right corner: “Approved Feb 4 1918 By WC Grassau Superintendent”. Additional stamp at lower right (an atypical stamp in sans-serif font): “If satisfactory please sign approved ___”, though there is no signature. On reverse, in black ink: “Hapgood”. In pencil: “10233”.
Condition: Three deep vertical folds; one deep horizontal fold with several less pronounced horizontal folds. Wear along fold lines with small tears extending from fold lines. Holes along right edge from staples.
Style/Design Details: Diminutive monument for cinerary urns. Massive walls in proportion to interior space (1’ thick, roughly 9 square foot floor area). Front façade angular and simple, slightly moderne style.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Five separate views, plus detail of name inscription.
Size: 22” x 28”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, bronze, concrete, glass.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at lower right corner: “Approved 4/15 1918 By WCG Superintendent”.
Condition: Embrittled and wrinkled, edges very damaged. Discolored on reverse. Numerous tears along edges.
Style/Design Details: Diminutive monument for cinerary urns. Massive walls in proportion to interior space (1’ thick, roughly 9 square foot area). Front façade simple and angular, slightly moderne style.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 205”. Hand lettered title block in lower right corner.
Size: 20” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed in lower right corner, in blue ink.
Condition: Embrittled. Small tears and folds along edges. Small holes along left edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical style design with Richardsonian Romanesque stonework—heavy rusticated stones. Two half-height columns flank doorway. Family name inscribed in lintel. Rusticated roof block of one continuous piece. (All stone blocks are numbered in order of placement during construction.)
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 205”. Hand lettered title block in lower right corner.
Size: 20” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed in lower right corner, in blue ink.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled. Small holes along left edge from binding. Smudges and fingerprints on reverse. Upper edge discolored on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Neoclassical geometry and proportion with Richardonian Romanesque stonework—heavy rusticated masonry throughout. One window placed centrally, spanning the height of third and fourth courses of masonry. Rusticated roof block is one continuous piece. (All stone blocks are numbered in order of placement during construction).
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 205”. Hand lettered title block in lower right corner.
Size: 28” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed in lower right corner, in blue ink.
Condition: Embrittled. Two deep folds near left edge, with tearing along fold line. Small tears along edges. One larger tear at center of top edge, repaired on reverse with scrap blueprint paper.
Style/Design Details: Heavy rusticated stonework. Solid stone wall with no fenestration.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 205”. Hand lettered title block in lower right corner.
Size: 28” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed in lower right corner, in blue ink. Vents indicated in roof blocks via pencil notations on drawing.
Condition: Embrittled. Small tears along edges. Small holes along left edge from binding. Discoloration on top edge, especially on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric. 1’ thick exterior walls.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 205”. Hand lettered title block in lower right corner.
Size: 28” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed in lower right corner, in blue ink.
Condition: Embrittled. Small tears along edges. Small holes along left edge from binding. Small piece missing along lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetrical. 1’ thick walls.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 205”. Hand lettered title block in lower right corner.
Size: 28” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed in lower right corner, in blue ink.
Condition: Embrittled. Small tears along edges, particularly along lower right edge and upper edge. Uneven blueprinting process has resulted in splotchy print, with darker blue patches throughout. Three inch tear at center of right edge.
Style/Design Details: Two catacombs end on end on each side of building—two long and three high per side.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 205”.
Size: 28” x 19.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Hollow terracotta furring, brick wall.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in black ink: “Stevenson”.
Condition: Very poor. Embrittled, wrinkled, and torn. Small holes along left edge from binding. Drawing is torn in two pieces. Several pieces along right edge torn and missing. Large holes and wrinkling.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetrical. Two catacombs end to end on each side.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Grade line indicated differs from later drawings.
Size: 15” x 13.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Fold lines at center vertically and three horizontal. Holes at upper edge from staples.
Style/Design Details: Two Tuscan columns at entry portico, with two Tuscan angle pilasters at corners. Family name, “Bahrenburg”, inscribed in architrave. Unadorned tympanum, pitched roof. Neoclassical design; Greek chapel style monument.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Differs from other front elevation in inclusion of full name and entry steps.
Size: 18” x 15”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Very slight wrinkling and warping. Slightly darkened edges.
Style/Design Details: Two Tuscan columns at entry portico, with two Tuscan angle pilasters at corners. Full personal name—“John H. Bahrenburg”—inscribed in architrave. Unadorned tympanum; pitched roof. Neoclassical design; Greek chapel style monument. Four steps leading to plinth level.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Same as copy 2.
Size: 18” x 15”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Embrittling at upper edge. Slight warping across horizontal centerline crease.
Style/Design Details: Two Tuscan columns at entry portico, with two Tuscan angle pilasters at corners. Full personal name—“John H. Bahrenburg”—inscribed in architrave. Unadorned tympanum; pitched roof. Neoclassical design; Greek chapel style monument. Four steps leading to plinth level.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15.5” x 13.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Several pencil marks, dimension lines, etc. in foundation/plinth level.
Condition: Fold line at center line vertically; three horizontal fold lines. Relatively good condition. Holes at upper edge from staples.
Style/Design Details: Almost equal in height and depth of interior space. Two catacombs stacked widthwise. One window indicated at roughly 5’ sill height. Tuscan column at entry portico. Pitched roof.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 14.5” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, concrete, bronze, granite, slate.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slight warping at vertical center line crease.
Style/Design Details: Almost equal in height and depth of interior space. Two catacombs stacked widthwise. One window indicated at roughly 5’ sill height. Tuscan column at entry portico.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 18” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, concrete, granite, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slight warping at vertical center line crease.
Style/Design Details: Almost equal in height and depth of interior space. Two catacombs stacked widthwise. One window indicated at roughly 5’ sill height. Tuscan column at entry portico.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15” x 13.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: In pencil on reverse, additional notation of dimensions: “7’8 + 1’1 = 8’9”.
Condition: Relatively good. Smudges/fingerprints on reverse. Small holes at upper edge from staples.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design. Pitched roof; windows at either side. Two catacombs stacked widthwise at far interior. Bronze rosette handles on catacombs.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: On reverse in pencil: “13277”, “May 28 (Chacbre Lacomed 4388)”
Condition: Relatively good. Some discoloration on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design. Pitched roof; windows at either side. Two catacombs stacked widthwise at far interior. Bronze rosette handles on catacombs.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight warping at center line along horizontal crease.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design. Pitched roof; windows at either side. Two catacombs stacked widthwise at far interior. Bronze rosette handles on catacombs.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15” x 13.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, stained glass window.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Folded in eighths—3 lines vertically; one horizontal. Holes along upper edge from staples.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric. Greek chapel style design. Two Tuscan columns flanking entrance. Two stained glass windows at either side of visiting space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 18” x 15.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze grille, stained glass.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight warping at crease along horizontal center line.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric. Greek chapel style design. Two Tuscan columns flanking entrance. Two stained glass windows at either side of visiting space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 18” x 15.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate, bronze grille, stained glass.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight warping at crease along horizontal center line.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric. Greek chapel style design. Two Tuscan columns flanking entrance. Two stained glass windows at either side of visiting space.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15.5” x 13.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Pencil marks at lower left corner of base/plinth level.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight wrinkling throughout. Small holes along right side.
Style/Design Details: One small window place centrally at side elevation. Three courses of masonry in wall. Tuscan column at entrance.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 14” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good.
Style/Design Details: One small window place centrally at side elevation. Three courses of rusticated ashlar masonry comprising elevation. Tuscan column at entrance. Four steps leading up to base/plinth level.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 14.5” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight warping at center vertical line.
Style/Design Details: One small window place centrally at side elevation. Three courses of rusticated ashlar masonry comprising elevation. Tuscan column at entrance.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15.5” x 13.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight wrinkling throughout. Small holes from staples.
Style/Design Details: Grade level extends more than halfway up rear elevation. Windowless rear elevation.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 18” x 15.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight wrinkling throughout.
Style/Design Details: Grade level extends more than halfway up rear elevation. Windowless rear elevation.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 18” x 15.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight warping at center crease horizontally.
Style/Design Details: Grade level extends more than halfway up rear elevation. Windowless rear elevation.
Scale: 3/8” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 13277 Sec 90 Green-Wood Cemetery”
Size: 18” x 15”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “13,277” noted in pencil on reverse.
Condition: Relatively good. Small tears at lower edge. Small holes from staples.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric building on trapezoidal lot.
Scale: 3/8” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “No. 13277 Sec 90 Green-Wood Cemetery”
Size: 18” x 15”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: “13,277” noted in pencil on reverse.
Condition: Relatively good. Some discoloration on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric building on trapezoidal lot.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Pencil lines throughout foundation level of drawings, possibly indicating rebar in foundation. On reverse noted: “13277”.
Condition: Relatively good. Small holes from staples at upper edge.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric plan on trapezoidal lot.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: None supplemental.
Size: 15” x 18”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Slight warping at center horizontal line.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Appears to be the drawing used in construction process. (Fold patterns, wear, etc.)
Size: 18.5” x 18.5”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Numerous revisions and additions made in pencil on drawing. On reverse in blue pencil and graphite is noted in three places: “13277”. Sketches, measurements, and calculations are also on reverse.
Condition: Embrittled and weakened. Deep crease up center line, with discoloration and weakening along this fold. Numerous perpendicular folds—appears to have been folded into twelfths. Wrinkling and warping due to handling and heavy use.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design.
Scale: 3/8” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Sketch of lot.
Size: 10” x 15”
Drawing Materials: Pencil on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Wrinkling throughout, with slight tears at edges. Small holes from staples.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design. Extended entrance plinth at front.
Scale: 1 inch scale
Date: June 18 1896
Details: “Order #927”, “Lot # 21250-21253”
Size: 17” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in pencil: “21250/3”
Condition: Fold lines roughly in thirds horizontally and fourths vertically—weakened along all fold lines. Upper right corner missing, clean tear along fold line. Torn across lower horizontal fold line, repaired on reverse with non-archival tape. Tear at lower left corner, nearly removed, with missing corner piece. Wrinkling, discoloration, and embrittlement throughout. Dirt and discoloration on reverse, particularly on rectangular segments that may have been on the outside of the drawing when folded.
Style / Design Details: Laterally symmetrical plan with elongated entrance plan. Main space is rectangular in plan with each corner turned 45 degrees to create and extended corner with rectangular blocking.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Stamped and signed on November 9, 1908; first stamped and signed August 29, 1908 by Emma R. Ludlum.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: November 9, 1908 is written in pencil at lower right.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Small tears along lower edge. Small holes along upper edge. Was bound with brass brads at upper edge.
Style/Design Details: Romanesque design elements, with heavy, rusticated stone base and arched entrance. Paired columns with Corinthian capitals at either side of entrance. Paired Doric columns at corners. Shell and filigree carving in peaked roof slab. Family name is carved in frieze. Corners extend at 45 degree angles, with small projecting roofs over paired columns.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Stamped and dated.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Date is written in pencil; stamp is in indigo ink.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Small tears along edges, especially lower right. Bound with brads at top edge.
Style/Design Details: Massive base course of rusticated stone. Paired columns at corners, small projecting rooflines above. Relatively flat roof.
Scale: 1” = 1'
Details: Date and “W.C. Grassau” are written in lower right.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Small holes along upper edge, where drawing was stapled or bound previously. Embrittling along all edges. Tear at center of upper edge. Discoloration in horizontal band near upper edge.
Style/Design Details: Massive base course of rusticated stone. Paired columns at each corner, small projecting rooflines above. Relatively flat roof.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Stamped and dated.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Date is written in pencil, stamped in indigo ink.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Small tears along upper right edge and lower edge. Was bound with brass brads at upper edge.
Style/Design Details: Symmetrical rear elevation. Arched window placed centrally above base course of rusticated stone. Paired Doric columns at corners. Shallow pitched roof with rounded cornice beneath uppermost roof block.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Date and “W.C. Grassau” handwritten in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Small holes along upper edge where drawing was stapled or bound previously. Embrittling along all edges. Tear at center of upper edge. Right edge discolored.
Style/Design Details: Symmetrical rear elevation. Arched window placed centrally above base course of rusticated stone. Pared Doric columns at corners. Shallow pitched roof with rounded cornice beneath uppermost roof block.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Stamped and dated.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, wainscot.
Notes/Markings: Date is written in pencil, stamped in indigo ink.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Small tears along lower edge. Bound at upper edge with brass brads.
Style/Design Details: Symmetrical interior elevation. Arched window placed centrally, flanked by Doric columns with Corinthian capitals. Four catacombs at either side.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Date and “W.C. Grassau” handwritten in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, wainscot.
Notes/Markings: At foundation level in black ink is noted “8” thickness of brick”. Noted on reverse in pencil: “Ludlum 8948/9” and in black ink: “Ludlum”.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Small tears along left edge and right edge. Small holes and one larger 1” hole at upper edge, where drawings were stapled or bound previously.
Style/Design Details: Symmetrical interior elevation. Arched window placed centrally, flanked by Doric columns with Corinthian capitals. Four catacombs at either side.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Stamped and dated.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, bronze rosette handles, bronze ventilating hanger.
Notes/Markings: Date is written in pencil, stamped in indigo ink. Note in pencil pointing to floor level, “3” at ___”
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Small tears along left edge.
Style/Design Details: Four catacombs tall. Small bench below window.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Date and “W.C. Grassau” handwritten in lower right corner.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, bronze rosette handles, bronze ventilating hanger.
Condition: Small holes along upper edge where drawing was stapled and bound previously. Embrittling along all edges. Tear at center of upper edge. Left edge discolored with small tears.
Style/Design Details: Four catacombs tall. Small bench below window.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: Drawing is not dated; accompanying letter is dated April 5, 1909.
Details: Hand drawn title block.
Size: 19” x 21”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Numerous pencil notes adding dimensions throughout drawing. On reverse in pencil is drawn the dimensions of the full lot.
Condition: Folded across center line, which has weakened the paper resulting in a tear almost the full width of drawing. Seven vertical folds which have left deep creases across drawing. Embrittling along edges. Tears originating at fold lines.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric design, front entrance platform.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: “Plan of Ludlum Plot, Showing Location of Mausoluem”
Size: 17” x 23”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved 29th Aug 1908 by Emma R. Ludlum”. At lower left in pencil is noted: “Vault to face on path”.
Condition: 4” tear near top edge. Deep horizontal fold line at center; 7 vertical fold lines. Small holes along horizontal fold line. Discoloration on reverse, especially in upper right quarter, with particular darkening along folds.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Stamped and signed on November 9, 1908; first stamped and signed August 29, 1908 by Emma R. Ludlum.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble floor.
Notes/Markings: Date written in pencil; stamped in indigo ink.
Condition: Embrittling along all edges. Small tears and folded corner. Reverse is discolored and damaged due to being last page in packet, especially lower section. “Ludlum” is written in black ink on reverse.
Style/Design Details: 1’ thick walls throughout building. Symmetrical design. All four corners of building turned 45 degrees, with paired columns at each corner.
Details: Four typewritten pages, marked “Mausoleum for Mrs. Emma R. Ludlum”.
Size: 8 ½” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Typewritten on bond paper, bound in paper folder with brass brads.
Materials Noted: Granite, rubble stone masonry, LaFarge cement, marble, bronze, Pennsylvania ribbon slate, stained glass.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed by W.C. Grassau on pages one and two.
Condition: One deep horizontal fold line, two additional horizontal fold lines that are less pronounced. Discoloration along fold lines on reverse.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Details in drawing are largely of names and locations of the individuals interred.
Size: 14” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble closing slabs.
Notes/Markings: Noted on reverse in pencil: “Howland 3110” and “Howland Pine Hill”. Stamped on reverse in blue ink: “Richard N. Hunt, Architect. New York. June 4 1897.”
Condition: Folded in thirds horizontally and in fourths vertically. Wear and discoloration on reverse on uppermost quarters and along fold lines. Some tearing and weakening along fold lines. Embrittled throughout with small tears along edges.
Style/Design Details: Vault is roughly 48’ long, 8’ high, and 8’ wide, with 35 vaults in total. One central skylight. Upper row of vaults have rounded front vault slabs with shorter total height.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “Floor Plan, indicating present and proposed catacombs”. Noted: “Lot #3265/6”.
Size: 17” x 28 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate, brick, marble.
Notes/Markings: Materials are indicated with colored pencil (slate=blue, brick=red, marble=diagonal pencil lines). Noted in pencil: “1 ½” marble slab” with arrows indicating front edge of proposed catacomb. Noted on reverse in pencil: “Gilbert 3265”.
Condition: Several tears along upper and lower edges, including one 4” tear at center of lower edge. Somewhat embrittled throughout.
Style/Design Details: Proposed catacomb is set by itself near entrance. Present catacombs are set four wide.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Noted: “Lot 3265/6—Green-Wood Cemetery”.
Size: 14” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Slate.
Notes/Markings: Upper and lower edges of catacomb front are colored with blue colored pencil; corners detail with diagonal pencil lines.
Condition: Small tear along lower edge. Relatively good condition.
Style/Design Details: No interior details aside from catacomb rosettes. Six catacombs high.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: March 6, 1918
Details: Shows plan, cross section, and perspective drawing.
Size: 13 ½” x 22 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Date written near bottom; calculations written in orange pencil on plan.
Condition: ¼” tears along bottom and top right corner. ¼” pieces missing on right side and top.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Blueprint is dated November 15, 1917; signed December 26, 1917 by Grassau; signed November 20 1917 by Harrison Granite Co.
Details: Composite drawing with two views.
Size: 14” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, concrete, brick.
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by architect and superintendent of cemetery. “12”” is noted in eight places along roof. Signed by Bromell.
Condition: Top and corner folded, with many small tears along top. Embrittled, with small missing pieces at bottom left.
Design/Style Details: Catacombs two deep on each side of entryway. Three steps lead to entrance, with columns flanking.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Blueprint is dated November 15, 1917; signed December 26, 1917 by Grassau; signed November 26 1917 by Harrison Granite Co.
Details: Composite drawing with two views.
Size: 14” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by architect and superintendent of cemetery. “12”” is noted in six places along roof. Signed by Bromell.
Condition: Top right corner folded. 2 ½” tears along bottom.
Design/Style Details: “Bromell” is carved on lintel above door. Double door with Art Deco floral design, flanked by columns topped with floral finials. Built into slight grade.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Blueprint is dated November 15, 1917; signed December 26, 1917 by Grassau; signed November 26 1917 by Harrison Granite Co.
Details: Composite drawing with two views.
Size: 14” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by architect and superintendent of cemetery. “12”” is noted in six places along roof. Signed by Bromell.
Condition: Top right corner folded. 1” tear near top right. Several ¼” tears on left edge.
Design/Style Details: Polished granite floor with catacombs on either side. Front doors open out, flanked by columns.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: March 6, 1918
Details: Unmarked copy of drawing A. Shows plan, cross section, and perspective drawing.
Size: 13 ½” x 22 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Small pieces missing from bottom. 2” tear at top edge.
Date: April 17, 1918
Details: 11 page specifications agreement and contract.
Size: 8 ½” x 11”
Drawing Materials: Printed on letter paper.
Materials Noted: Detailed material specifications in document.
Notes/Markings: Numerous handwritten and typed corrections throughout.
Condition: Good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Shows front elevation and plan.
Size: 13” x 16 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: “John Feitner Brooklyn NY” written in orange pencil.
Condition: Relatively good. Several crease marks throughout.
Design/Style notes: “DodeALDAMA” written in arched roof. Entrance is a gate in front of granite door. 6’ 11” long foyer, with catacomb chamber at rear.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block.
Size: 13” x 16 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good. Large vertical crease down center.
Design/Style notes: Name in arched lintel above door.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: Shows grade line over approximately two thirds of structure. No title block.
Size: 13” x 16 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good.
Design/Style notes: Roof is a relatively shallow slope.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block. Shows grade line.
Size: 13” x 16 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good.
Design/Style notes: Five courses of masonry between base and roof. Rusticated roofline, with relatively shallow slope.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block. Materials specified in key at lower left corner.
Size: 13” x 16 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, concrete, slate.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Relatively good.
Design/Style notes: Shows tomb at the rear, noting “Old Catacomb Chamber—to remain intact”.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: No title block. Materials specified in key at lower left.
Size: 13” x 16 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate.
Notes/Markings: On the left side is noted: “One half looking towards rear”; on the right: “one half looking towards front.”
Condition: Good.
Design/Style notes: Shows space for four catacombs on each side. “Opening to rear chamber” demarcated in center of design. Vents in upper walls.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: undated.
Details: Rear section not shown.
Size: 13” x 16 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, concrete, slate, bronze rosettes, bronze vents.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good.
Design/Style notes: Four catacombs high, each with two bronze rosettes.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: April 17, 1935
Details: “Drawn by: J & Son.”
Size: 13 ¾” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Black ink on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good.
Design/Style notes: Second row from top: “Daniel Parish Jr. Born 4/30/1842 Died 12/17/1914.” Third row: “Susan Delafield Parish B. 3/10/1835 D. 2/14/1916;” “Mary Ann Parish D. 8/25/1878 Age 77 yrs;” “Daniel Parish D. 4/5/1880 Age 83 yrs;” “John Harris Parish B 7/22/1822 D. 9/21/1896.” Fourth row: “Helen Parish B. 9/22/1843 D. 1/20/1925;” “John Parish Kingsford B. 8/17/1847 D. 3/7/1891;” “Mary Ann Kingsford B. 2/27/1849 D. 4/6/1935.” Apparently space for twenty, shown in cross section inside arch.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: April 17, 1935
Details: “Drawn by: J & Son.” Blueprint copy of Item A.
Size: 13 ¾” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good.
Design/Style notes: Second row from top: “Daniel Parish Jr. Born 4/30/1842 Died 12/17/1914.” Third row: “Susan Delafield Parish B. 3/10/1835 D. 2/14/1916;” “Mary Ann Parish D. 8/25/1878 Age 77 yrs;” “Daniel Parish D. 4/5/1880 Age 83 yrs;” “John Harris Parish B 7/22/1822 D. 9/21/1896.” Fourth row: “Helen Parish B. 9/22/1843 D. 1/20/1925;” “John Parish Kingsford B. 8/17/1847 D. 3/7/1891;” “Mary Ann Kingsford B. 2/27/1849 D. 4/6/1935.” Apparently space for twenty, shown in cross section inside arch.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Date: April 17, 1935
Details: “Drawn by: J & Son.” Blueprint copy of Item A. Identical to Item B, except for pencil markings that were added later.
Size: 13 ¾” x 14”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted in pencil on vacant catacombs: “7’ 3” x 27 ¾” x 19 ¾”” or “7’ 3” x 27 ¾” x 20””. On “Mary Ann Kingsford” niche, middle name is amended to “Anne.” Details added to last niche on third row of catacombs: “Margaret Sewell Kingsford B. 12/18/1854 D. 5/26/1938.”
Condition: Good.
Design/Style notes: Second row from top: “Daniel Parish Jr. Born 4/30/1842 Died 12/17/1914.” Third row: “Susan Delafield Parish B. 3/10/1835 D. 2/14/1916;” “Mary Ann Parish D. 8/25/1878 Age 77 yrs;” “Daniel Parish D. 4/5/1880 Age 83 yrs;” “John Harris Parish B 7/22/1822 D. 9/21/1896.” Fourth row: “Helen Parish B. 9/22/1843 D. 1/20/1925;” “John Parish Kingsford B. 8/17/1847 D. 3/7/1891;” “Mary Ann Kingsford B. 2/27/1849 D. 4/6/1935.” Apparently space for twenty, shown in cross section inside arch.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: Drawing is dated July 24, 1912; signature is dated October 25, 1912.
Details: “Drawn by M.T.C. Traced by M.T.C.”, “Drawn for G.S.H.”
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: At lower right, stamped in blue ink and signed with red pencil: “Oct 25 ’12 – W.C.G” (initials of William Grassau, Superintendent). Original signed “Design approved Donald McLean Somers Aug 28, 1912”.
Condition: Small holes along left edge from binding. Small tears along right edge and a tear or hole just inside right edge. Embrittling throughout; small tears along lower edge.
Style/Design Details: Doric style chapel design—four Doric columns with simple capitals, each of which has a corresponding triglyph above it in the frieze. Doric doorframe with family name inscribed just above the door win the stonework of the doorframe. Stonework of building elevation is heavy and rusticated. Classical pitched roof with unadorned tympanum.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 25, 1912.
Details: In roof cornice of original is noted: “Pat’d May 14, 1907”.
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped or signed by W.C. Grassau, superintendent, in red pencil, dated October 25, 1912.
Condition: Small holes along left edge from binding. Embrittled. Small tears along edges. Discoloration and wrinkling around edges on reverse.
Style/Design Details: Four courses of 2’ tall masonry blocks, with one base course slightly shorter. Nearly symmetrical side elevation, but for window at front half of building, situated to the right of center line, between base course and top course of masonry. Classical (Doric) entablature, with triglyph and metope in side elevation (8” side elevation). Plinth is one course of smooth-faced stone, below this is one heavier course of rusticated masonry. Doric columns with simple capitals at either end.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 25, 1912
Details: Stamped and signed.
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink and dated and signed in red pencil by W.C.G.
Condition: Embrittled. Small tears along lower edge. Mottled and discolored on reverse. Small holes along left edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Nearly identical to front elevation. Doric style Greek chapel style design. Four Doric columns at front with unadorned capitals and no base. Four corresponding triglyphs in frieze, directly above each column. Window situated at center, top same height as door at front. Doric frame around window, with family name carved above opening in frame, similar to at front elevation. Lintel below window, with smooth-faced masonry below lintel. Rusticated stone masonry in building face at either side of window. Classical pitched roof with unadorned tympanum.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 25, 1912.
Details: Stamped and signed.
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, slate, granite.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink and signed in red pencil—“Oct 25 ’12 W.C.G.”
Condition: Embrittled. Small tears along lower edge. Small holes along left edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Catacombs five high. Centrally placed window has arched window header, with cornice below this; window ledge is held by two small Tuscan columns. Two slender Tuscan columns in vestibule.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 25, 1912.
Details: Stamped and signed.
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, bronze, marble, plate glass, stained glass, bronze grille.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink and signed in red pencil: “Oct 25 ’12 W.C.G.”
Condition: Embrittled, small tears along lower and right edges. Small holes along left edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Catacombs are stacked five high, with bronze rosettes on each marble face. Side windows are a smaller scale version of same window at rear elevation, with arched window header and cornice, through without lower ledge and supporting columns. Niche spaces above front entrance and rear window indicated as 1’ thick.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: October 25, 1912.
Details: Stamped and signed.
Size: 19” x 32”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, slate, marble.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink and signed in red pencil: “Oct 25 ’12 W.C.G.”
Condition: Embrittled, small tears along all edges. Small holes along left edge from binding.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetrical. Two walls of catacombs, generously proportioned front vestibule space and space between catacombs. Vestibule has four quarter-circle seats built into corners.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: April 13, 1913; April 25, 1913 (signed and dated twice)
Details: Composite drawing; three views.
Size: 24” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Original signed in two places, reproduced in copy. At lower left: “Approved Donald McLean Somers – April 13, 1913”. At center right: “Revising former plan approved WCG 4/25/13”. In foundation levels are several altered/corrected dimensions noted in pencil, additional to original drawing. On reverse is noted “Somers” in pencil, and in blue pencil: “Somers 3981”.
Condition: Very poor. Severely weakened and embrittled. Numerous tears along all sides, upper right corner torn and missing. Deep vertical crease at center line, extremely wrinkled and weakened throughout. Large tears at upper edge. Reverse is discolored and mottled.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: April 25, 1913
Details: Composite drawing with three views.
Size: 24” x 33”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Signed in red pencil near upper right corner: “Revising former plan approved WCG 4/25/13”. On reverse is noted “Somers” in pencil.
Condition: Very poor. Embrittled and weakened with numerous tears and fold throughout. Numerous edge pieces torn and missing.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: undated
Details: “Plans of Vault in Lot 111 GreenWood Cemetery for Mr. Robert Martin”. Composite drawing of plan, cross section, longitudinal section, and details of cover and coping.
Size: 15” x 25”
Condition: Embrittled and highly fragile. Deep horizontal fold line, with tearing and discoloration along much of the fold. Three vertical fold lines. Discoloration and small tears along all edges. Reverse is warped and discolored.
Markings / Misc. Text: Signed at lower right by A. Wells, possibly the architect. On reverse, in blue pencil: “Lot 111” and in pencil: “111”.
Materials Noted: Concrete, brick arch.
Drawing Materials: Ink on linen paper.
Style / Design Details: Stairway flanked by gateposts begins at grade of the ground and descends approximately ten feet into underground vault. Catacombs four high, and four across.
Scale: Not applicable
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: Document specifies the work to be done by the contractor, their liabilities and all materials they will supply as well as their responsibilities. The document notes the scale of the mausoleum being built as well as the depth of the foundation. All materials to be used are noted.
Size: 8” x 14”
Drawing Material: Typewritten document on legal paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, stone, marble, slate and bronze.
Notes/Markings: Each page is signed, dated and approved.
Condition: Very good. The last page has some folds in it. The document is held together by a flat-backed push pin.
Scale: N/A
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: Written by the architectural firm, this letter is advising the cemetery of changes made by Mr. Barrow to the “Barrow Mausoleum.” The letter indicates that the blueprints note the changes and have been sent to the cemetery under separate cover.
Size: 8 ½” x 11”
Drawing Material: Green ink typewritten on the company letterhead.
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: Pencil signature by a B. Fuller. Letter has two folds in it and a small hole on the upper left-hand corner. The back of the letter is stamped “received” by the cemetery.
Condition: Very good.
Scale: N/A
Date: July 14, 1910
Details: Written by the architectural firm, this letter notes a conversation with Mr. Johnson, from the cemetery, and a conversation with Mr. Barrow regarding the figures for the front line and back of front edge of the lot.
Size: 8 ½” x 11”
Drawing Material: Green ink typewritten on the company letterhead and signed in pencil by G.H. Barrone.
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: The back of the letter is stamped received by Green-Wood Cemetery.
Condition: Very good. There are some creases and fold lines in the letter.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: The plan states on the bottom left, “General Sizes 12’-0” x12-8” x 13:8””
Size: 16” x 25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good. Some staple holes along the top of the plan.
Design/Style: The front of the mausoleum is depicted with two doors which each have two rectangular panels inset in them. The top two panels have roman style wreaths in the center. The two below panels have decorative poles in each. Above the doors and below the roof is the family name, “Barrow” with the measurements “6” sq raised 5/8 letter” written next to it. The front brick work has a flower pattern, with the ground beneath the step filled with stones. The peaked roof also has the same design in it has the rest of the brick work.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: The top of the plan says “Barrow 1313” in white type.
Size: 16” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good. There are some staple holes along the top of the blueprint.
Design/Style: This plan shows the side walls with the flower design on each slab used to build the wall. On the second layer of the wall rectangle are two smaller rectangles with a different patter on the inside of them. The top part of the side view has no pattern in the wall.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: The top of the plan says “Barrow 1313” in white type.
Size: 16” x 16.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good. A few staple holes along the top of the plan. The back of the plan has some red ink smudges.
Design/Style: The walls are all patterned with stones under the foundation. In the center of the plan, below the beginning of the peaked roof is a square with decorative rods and rosettes at the top and bottom.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: See item D.
Size: 16” x 25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Very good. Some staple holes along the top of the plan. A slight crease along the middle of the plan.
Design/Style: See item D.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: See item E.
Size: 16” x 25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Some staple holes along the top of the plan. A slight crease along the middle of the plan. A small piece of tape is over the back of the top staple hole.
Design/Style: See item E.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: See item F.
Size: 16” x 25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Three holes along the top of the plan. There is a slight crease along the middle of the plan.
Design/Style: See item F.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: None.
Size: 16” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Very good. Small holes along the top of the blueprint along with staple holes.
Design/Style: The inner part of the plan shows three large rectangles of space with the outer walls marked. The doorways and steps up to the doors are also shown. The largest of the rectangle measurements is the center one, measuring 3’-6” across (this shrinks by .5 near the front door) and 8:5” width.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: None.
Size: 16” x 16 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: On each side of the slanted roof, in red ink measurements are written (1’-0”) and signed for by the architect. This is also written in the same hand on the bottom center of the plan. (1’-6”)
Condition: Very good. Some hole marks and staple holes visible along the top of the plan.
Design/Style: This section view of the plan shows the view of “looking toward the window” (lower left-handside) and “looking toward the door” (lower right-handside). The horizontal line divides each side of the plan. Each part of the plan is broken down into squares and rectangles. Foundation stone can also be made out.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: None
Size: approx. 16” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Very good. Some hole marks and staple holes visible across the top of the plan.
Design/Style: This sectional view breaks down into four rectangles in the center of the plan; each rectangle has a decorative circle on each end. The base and foundation are also shown. The rectangles measure 7’-6” across with the wall they sit in measuring 8’-5¾”.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: None
Size: approx. 16” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental
Condition: Good.
Design/Style: See item L.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: See item K.
Size: 16” x 16 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Good.
Design/Style: See item K.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: See item J.
Size: 16” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Very good. Some small holes along the top of the plan.
Design/Style: See item J.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: The bottom of the mausoleum is laid out (very faintly), with measurements from the entrance into the main crypt where three rectangles are delineated. Along the bottom of the main plan are four squares of different sizes with the note underneath them saying “Section of A B.” The right-hand side of the plan has “Section at C-D” noted.
Size: 15 ½” x 16 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: The back of the plan has handwritten, in pencil, measurements and a circle drawn with a square inside of it. A note reads, “start foundation level at this point,” with an arrow pointing toward the corner marked “320.”
Condition: Very faint, hard to make out, but otherwise in good condition. Fold marks are clearly visible on the back of the plan–folded into halves, then quarters and then refolded into a small rectangle. Top left of plan has some small tears and fraying.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Date: July 11, 1910
Details: See item P.
Size: 15 ½” x 16 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Slightly better than item P, as it is a little less faint. There are some small holes along the top of the plan. Fold lines are clear – into halves, then quarters, then folded down again.
Details: Specifies all the materials and labor needed to build the mausoleum, including requirements for the four requested catacombs and their measurements. Sets out work rules of the site.
Size: 8 ½” x 14”
Drawing Material: Thin legal-sized typing paper, with black typed specifications.
Materials Noted: Concrete (cement, grit, broken rock), stone, slate, brick, marble, bronze, granite and stained glass.
Notes/Markings: Each page is signed and dated by the Superintendent of Green-Wood Cemetery.
Condition: Good. Some creasing along the top of the document, on the first page. The binding paper is torn in the center
Details: A rectangle inside a large circle “Front of it” written along the bottom of the plan and “front” written on the bottom of the rectangle as well. At the back of the plan, the space measurements between the rectangle and the circle are 1’-0” on either corner of the rectangle and 2’-7” from the center of the rectangle to the circle.
Size: 25” x 27.3”
Drawing Material: Pencil on thin tracing paper.
Notes/Markings: “Sec. G” written on the bottom right-hand side of the plan.
Condition: Paper is torn and fraying along the center fold lines. There are torn away pieces of the paper along the left had side of the drawing. Tape has been used on the back of the drawing to hold some parts together.
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 29” x 16 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Written in pencil along the bottom center of the plan is, “Keep foundation 1 or 1½ below grade on right front corner.” Pencil notes change some of the original measurements. Next to the front, 13’-8” is crossed out and “13-10” is written instead. Pencil changes are also noted along the top of the foundation.
Condition: Very good. There is some fraying and minor tearing along the left side and top of the plan.
Design/Style: The foundation is solid. It is not equal all around, but contains different heights, all connecting to each other.
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Details: This is very similar to item C in this series, minus a few of the added pencil markings. The plan sets out the original measurements for the front (13’-10”).
Size: 20 ½” x 15 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The top right-hand corner has pencil calculations.
Condition: Good condition. Fold marks are visible with them very thick along the back of the blueprint. The top right corner has a fold line across it. The left side of the plan has some frayed edging and visible staple holes.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 41 ½” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, slate, cement, concrete and stained
Notes/Markings: The longitudinal section has a pencil addition underneath the bottom step. No measurements are noted. Each of the three section plans are signed and approved.
Condition: Fair condition. The left and right sides are ripped, destroying some of the plan. The top right corner is also missing and the top of the plan is frayed.
Design/Style:
Ground Plan: The left plan is a detailed ground plan, marking out four Tuscan-style columns at the entrance, bronze doors with brick walls on each side leading into the crypt. Marble flooring, air space vents and marble tablets are also marked out. There is a stained glass window at the back and on either side of the window are “niche for cinery urn.” A stained glass window is also marked on the right side of the ground plan.
Longitudinal Section: The foundation is clearly marked with cement above it and a marble floor. There are two rectangles in the middle with bronze handles on either end of them. The left-side wall has a stained glass window with the note “pattern to be selected” written in. The inside of the mausoleum also denotes a “niche for cinerary urn” on the right side, at the back is another stained glass window. The ceiling of the mausoleum is marble. Three steps up to the mausoleum are shown with a Roman Tuscan style column at the front and a square roof.
Transverse Section: Foundation level with concrete above is noted. The stained glass window is shown at the back. The roof is peaked with a bronze hanger from the ceiling of the mausoleum to the top peak of the roof. Two windows on either side of the mausoleum are marked. Below the window are two rectangles one has bronze handles marked and a marble cover.
Scale: 1½” = 1’
Size: 25” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rock.
Notes/Markings: The main note here discusses the grade: “ON FRONT FROM LEFT TO RIGHT GRADE FALLS 9” ON 8-0” FEET. ON SIDE FROM REAR TO FRONT GRADE FALLS 1-8” ON 4’-8.”
Condition: Good. Some fraying of the left side of the plan. The bottom left is slightly curled. The back has clearly marked fold lines – into quarters. There are staple holes along the left side.
Design/Style:
Front Elevation: Points out the grade lines along the back and front of the stairs, noting the grass line and grass around the foundation. Both sides of the elevation plan have circular column tops (Roman Tuscan style).
Right Side Elevation: Marks out the rock that will be used and the foundation. The grade line is present with grass above it.
Ground Plan: Visible here are the column top circles (1-4” in diameter). The center of this plan is divided into three section of differing measurements from the front (1’-1”), the center (1’-6”), the back (1’-4”). Two squares along the back flank the last division of the center, each measuring 1’-4” wide.
Size: 41 ½” x 19 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Each plan is individually signed, approved and dated. Pencil lines on each plan denote the grade line.
Condition: The right side is ripped into the drawing itself. The top right corner is also missing. The left side of the plan is frayed with some tearing.
Design/Style:
Front Elevation: Shows the front view of the entrance of the mausoleum. The name “HORN” is at the center of the front and next to it is a note on the blueprint, “7” letters raised 1” front only, face of letters polished.” The roof is peaked. Three steps lead up to the bronze doors and on either side of the door are Roman Tuscan columns. One set of Roman Tuscan columns are on the bottom of the stairs with a square base, the second set are on the top stairs, with a thinner base.
Side Elevation: Shows the side wall leading up to the stained glass window on the right side. Air vents are noted on the floor of the mausoleum as well as the ceiling. One Roman Tuscan column is visible here with a height of 9’-3.” Measurements from the top of the foundation to the roof is 17’-3.”Air vents are also noted on the top right of the plan.
Rear Elevation: Notes the stained glass window on the back wall and states that the “pattern to be selected.” The length of the wall is 13’-7.”
Scale: ” = 1ft
Details: This plan is split into three parts of the foundation. The first diagram on the far left is a large square outline containing a smaller square that delineates the plot itself. The inner square is then divided into three equal rectangles. The middle plan shows the foundation, with concrete slabs below ground and granite steps above ground. The third plan on the far right of the page is the same as the center plan, with the addition of two concrete slabs below ground.
Size: 39” x 13.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint on tracing paper in black ink with red lines
Materials Noted: Concrete and granite
Condition: Very good. The far left has dark, dirty spots and small holes, but the diagrams themselves are in excellent condition.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details:
Front elevation: The entrance to the mausoleum is outlined. Two thick columns flank the large doorway leading into the inner mausoleum. The gabled roof is made up of three large slabs that lead to a peak. The lintel above the front door contains a large “G” to mark that the family name will be on the front of the mausoleum.
Side elevation: One large column is shown with concrete slabs making up the side wall of the mausoleum. The side view of the roof is shown as one large slab.
Rear elevation: The back wall, made of concrete slabs, is shown with a stained-glass window at the center of the plan. The gabled roof is also shown.
Size: 40.2” x 15”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass
Notes/Markings: The Front Elevation plan has a note next to the “G” on the lintel that reads, “6-6 in ‘V’ Sunk Letters:-“
Condition: Very good. The left side of the plan has minor wear and tear, with some slight tears visible. The top left of the plan has a small chunk taken out of the top. This does not affect the legibility of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details:
Plan: The layout of the mausoleum is shown from the entranceway to the back wall, with the window shown. Blue stone is noted along the bottom.
Longitudinal Section: Marble is shown for the flooring, with a bronze rod also noted from the top of the inner ceiling to the bottom of the roof base. An outline of a column is visible on the left-side of the plan, and the entrance is also marked.
Transverse Section: An outline of the back window, marble floor and bronze rod is shown. Walls with vents at the top by the roof slabs are also outlined.
Size: 39.5” x 14.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble (blue stone)
Condition: Good. The edges show wear and tear, with the top left corner torn away and a piece missing from the right side of the blueprint.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: This view shows the stairway and entrance to the mausoleum. There are two greek doric-style columns on each side of the doorway. The entranceway is a large arch with a decorative wreath -like pattern around the top of it, leading up to a hemispherical domed roof. The family name is written in block letters on the lintel above the doorway. Smaller columns line the area between the base of the roof and lintel.
Size: 26” x 21.7”
Condition: Very good. The plan itself is clear, but the writing below it is hard to read and rather faint. There is wear and tear around the edges.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: This plan lays out the entire foundation of the mausoleum plot. The inside of the plan notes two equal sized areas that are “not to be excavated.” Between these two areas is a space noted as the “cross wall” with a depth of 4’-0”.
Size: 21.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The blueprint is slightly faded, but still legible. There is minor wear and tear around the edges. On the lower right side of the plan there is a triangular shaped tear, but this does not change the ability to read the plan. Again, as in the above print, the text is very faded and written in a font that is hard to read.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: The section shown here outlines the side view of the mausoleum. Six steps are shown leading up to the entranceway of the mausoleum. One column is shown. The inner view shows the outline of six catacombs with handles along each end. The lower left side shows what looks like a decorative base of a column. Above the catacombs are three equal sized squares below the lintel leading to the roof.
Size: 26.2” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The center of plan, highlighted by a gold pencil box and initialed, is a note that reads: “THIS DRAWING APPLIES TO GRANITE WORK ONLY. SEE REVISED SECTION DATED AUG. 26 1919 FOR MARBLE INTERIOR.” In the center of the roof there is a note that reads, “ALL INTERIOR WALLS IN DOME TO BE PAINTED WITH r.i.w. DAMP RESISTANT PAINT.”
Condition: Very good. Minor wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Date (cont'd): July 10, 1919 (marked and initialed on the left side of the plan and on the inner part of the blueprint).
Scale: ½” = 1ft
Details: This outline highlights the arched entrance way, the brick wall around it and the hemispherical domed roof. Vents are also noted along the bottom of the plan and “weep” holes at the base of the roof dome.
Size: 26” x 21.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The same two notes are written on this blueprint as in drawing “C” above. Along the left side of this plan is a note that states, “ SEE SIDE ELEVATION FOR HEIGHT OF BASE.”
Condition: Very good. Minor wear and tear along the edges of the plan. Staple holes line the left side of the plan.
Details: SEE “B” IN THIS SERIES
Size: 22” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is faded making it harder to read.
Date (cont'd): July 10, 1919 (handwritten and initialed).
Details: This view shows the mausoleum from the steps through the entrance into the inner part of the mausoleum. The top of two entrance way columns are visible, as are the outer walls of the mausoleum. The inside of the mausoleum shows the granite floor and a back window.
Size: 26” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, granite
Notes/Markings: Inside the mausoleum on the floor area it reads, “GRANITE FLOOR POLISHED SURFACE.” There is a handwritten word next to it which is hard to make out. The right side of the plan by the step has a note that reads, “STEPS HOUSED 2” INTO BUTTRESSES.”
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan and minor wear and tear along the bottom edge of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: The difference between this plan and “D” in this series is that this transverse section does not include the outline of the roof, this plan shows only the arch.
Size: 21” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick
Notes/Markings: The right side of the plan notes, “BRICK PIERS. SEE PLAN.” On the inside of the plan on the top left is a note that reads, “BRICK PIERS TO SUPPORT CROSS BEAMS.”
Condition: Very good. Staple holes along the bottom left side of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: This plan is exactly the same as “C”, except it shows just the inner section of the mausoleum with 8 catacombs visible instead of the entire mausoleum, including the roof.
Size: 21.2” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick
Condition: Very good. Staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: This plan shows the outside view of the mausoleum in its base form -- the outline of the base, entrance way, brickwork and domed roof.
Size: 26” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Staple holes along the left side of the plan. Some minor wear and tear along the top of the plan.
Date (cont'd): July 10, 1919 (handwritten on the left side of the plan).
Scale: ½” = 1ft
Details: This plan shows the outer side view of the mausoleum. Visible is the base at the top of the stairs with a doric-style column leading to the entrance of the mausoleum. The side brick wall is shown and above that is the domed roof with smaller columns leading from the mausoleum ceiling to the base of the roof.
Size: 26.4” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is wear and tear around the edges of the plan but does not affect the plan itself.
Details:
Transverse Section Through Rear: This plan is at the top left of the blueprint and it outlines 9 graves and the outer wall
Front Plan: The bottom left plan outlines six equal rectangles with grave numbers inside of each - each plot holds 3 graves numbered 1 through 18
Longitudinal Section: The bottom right plan shows the plots for the graves from a different angle with the outer wall visible.
Size: 16.7” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint - on thicker tracing paper with black and red ink.
Condition: Very good. Minor folding along the bottom of the plan.
Details: SEE DRAWING “A” IN THIS SERIES
Size: 16.7” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Some tearing along the edges.
Details: From the builder John McKeefrey, this document outlines all the specifications, materials and work to be done in the construction of the mausoleum.
Size: 9” x 13.5”
Drawing Material: document
Materials Noted: concrete, granite, cement, marble, slate, glass and bronze.
Notes/Markings: The last page of this document, under the section titled, “MARBLE - INTERIOR FINISH” handwritten words have been added, “SHALL BE 4” THICK AND…”
Condition: Very good. The first page is curled at the bottom and there is a staple hole along the top left side of the plan.
Details: Written to Green-Wood Cemetery, Mr. Lavery states that enclosed with the letter are foundation blueprints.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Cream colored letterhead paper with engraved name and address.
Condition: Good. The paper is curled along the bottom and the top of the paper is dirty from age. The address portion is smudged. There is a staple hole on the top left side.
Details: Written to Green-Wood Cemetery by the builder, the letter discusses the position of the mausoleum and requests that the cemetery begin the installation of the foundation. Mr. McKeefrey states that he will pay for the foundation costs.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: cream colored letterhead paper with the engraved name, address and telephone number of the builder.
Notes/Markings: The back of the letter is stamped with the date, April 27, 8:29AM, 1918 in blue ink.
Condition: Good. The letter has minor fold lines visible and a staple hole on the top left side.
Details: This view shows the entrance and front of the mausoleum. There is a peaked roof made of three slabs, with a thick lintel bearing the family name in deeply incised letters, which rests upon two thick Roman Tuscan-style columns. The columns are on either side of the front door. There is a bronze grille on the front door.
Size: 15.3” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very good. There is some visible wear and tear and the blueprint is fairly faint, but still legible.
Details: SEE “D” ABOVE
Size: 15.3” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. Much of this blueprint is very faded due to age and exposure to light. There are staple holes along the left side of the blueprint.
Date: December 10, 1917
Details: This back view shows the construction of the mausoleum as large slabs with a window in the center which has a grille over it. The back of the peaked roof is also shown.
Size: 15.3” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the left side of the blueprint.
Details: The only difference between this blueprint and “F” is that this blueprint has not been approved by Green-Wood and its condition is not as great.
Size: 15.3” x 12.6”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. There is visible wear and tear around the edges with rips along the top of the plan.
Details: Here we see a side view of the mausoleum building. One of the Tuscan-style columns is shown leading up to the base of the roof, and a large slab of the lower part of the roof is shown. Four air vents are illustrated on the blueprint, with two on the bottom and two at the lower roof level. The side wall is made up of large slabs.
Size: 15.5” x 12.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is faded, but readable. There are staple holes along the left side of the drawing and a very small curl in the paper at the bottom right-hand side.
Details: SEE “H” IN THIS SERIES
Size: 15” x 12.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is very faded, but still readable. There are staple holes along the left-side of the plan
Scale: ¾” = 1ft
Date: December 10, 1917
Details: This plan is the layout of the mausoleum floor. It shows the entranceway and the doorway leading into the mausoleum. The inside is divided into three rectangles with the center one being the largest of the three. The outer wall is also outlined.
Size: 15.4” x 14.1”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble
Notes/Markings: There are some orange pencil notes in the center and right side of the plan. The center note reads: “is this 1 piece.” The right-side note reads: “4” thick floor.”
Condition: Very good. There is visible wear and tear around the edges, but nothing that detracts from reading the plan. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: SEE “J” IN THIS SERIES
Size: 15” x 14.1”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. While still legible, the plan has thick paper-colored lines over portions that cover the blueprint making it harder to read than the duplicate in this series.
Details: This view shows the outer wall of the mausoleum and the inner marble floor. The outer wall is also shown below the grade line to show depth of foundation. The window at the back of the mausoleum is outlined, with a large arch around it. A brass bar extends from the ceiling of the mausoleum to the top slab of the peaked roof. Four vents are outlined on the sides of the mausoleum.
Size: 14.8” x 13.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble
Notes/Markings: There are orange pencil markings of measurements on the inner portion of the mausoleum and the top right side of the roof. The bottom of the plan has a note that reads: “NOTE: FOOTINGS AS REQUIRED BY THE GREENWOOD CEMETERY.”
Condition: Very Good. There is visible wear and tear along the edges of the plan and staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: SEE “L” IN THIS SERIES
Size: 13.7” x 13.6”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. There are thick lines over the blueprint making it harder to read, but not unreadable. Some of these marks look like arrows or notes to be read, but it is unclear.
Details: This view shows one of the columns and the bronze door leading into the mausoleum. Three catacombs are shown, each with two rosettes on their sides. There is a ceiling hanger that extends from the ceiling inside the mausoleum to the roof. The marble floor of the inner mausoleum is also shown.
Size: 13.3” x 13.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: marble, bronze
Notes/Markings: The bottom of the blueprint reads: “NOTE: FOOTINGS AS REQUIRED BY THE GREENWOOD CEMETERY.”
Condition: Very good. The blueprint is faded from age but readable. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: SEE “N” IN THIS SERIES
Size: 13.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Along the bottom of the plan there are thick circles and a line that seems to be highlighting the circles, denoting stone at the foundation level of the plan.
Condition: Very good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges of the plan, and staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1”= 1ft.
Details: This plan lays out the entire mausoleum with all measurements and materials to be used. The bronze doors that are the entranceway to the inner mausoleum open outwards. Marble flooring lines the inside of the mausoleum floor, with a slate around the edges. The back window is also shown.
Size: 16.8” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble and slate.
Notes/Markings: There are numerous notes about the plan. By the doorway, it reads: “BRONZE DOOR OPENS OUT.” At the very bottom on the right side, it reads: “STEP CHECKED.” The center of the plan has a note that reads: “MARBLE FLOOR 2 PIECES 4” THICK.”
Condition: Good. The plan is legible but quite faded and not very clear. There is visible wear and tear around the edges with the bottom left and right corners missing.
Scale: 1”=1ft
Details: For more detailed explanation of this plan SEE “N” AND “O” IN THIS SERIES. The only difference in this blueprint is that this blueprint is larger, and contains additional notes (see below).
Size: 18.3” x 19.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble
Notes/Markings: On one of the catacombs it reads: “ALL EXPOSED SURFACES POLISHED.” On the ceiling below the rod, a note reads: “1 ½” CEILING IN 2 PIECES.” On another catacomb at the bottom of the plan , a note reads: “⅛” SQUARE HOLE TO RECEIVE BRONZE ROSETTES.” On the left side of the plan at the door entrance a note reads: “OPENING 6’-3” DOOR.” The floor of the plan reads: “4” MARBLE FLOOR.”
Condition: Good. The plan is in-tact and readable, but very faded with age. There are visible fold lines and staple holes along the bottom of the plan.
Details: This plan outlines the foundation of the mausoleum. On the inside of the plan it says that there is sotted concrete under the marble. The foundation is made out of concrete and there are at least two walls.
Size: 18.5” x 19.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete and marble.
Condition: Fair. The blueprint is very faded with age and has visible fold lines. There is also a large piece missing from the top right side of the plan.
Details: This one page specifications document is unsigned and undated. It contains the general preamble for all the work to be done a as well as some information on the materials to be used, dimensions and foundation composite.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, bronze, stone, marble, cement.
Condition: Very Good. The page is clear and readable. There is visible wear and tear along the top of the plan with a staple hole on the top left side. There are fold lines along the edges.
Scale: 1”=1ft.
Details:
Front Elevation: this blueprint shows the doorway with two columns on either side of the door. There is an “S” initial on the lintel below the roof and above the door. The roof is peaked with three slabs making it up.
Side Elevation: from this view the side wall made up of slabs is visible along with one column and the flat part of the roof.
Rear Elevation: The back of the mausoleum is shown here, made up of various slabs with a stained glass window in the centr. The peaked roof is also noted.
Size: 41.8” x 13.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass
Notes/Markings: On the Front Elevation plan next to the “S” is a note that says, “6in ‘V’ sunk letters.”
Condition: Very Good. The left side of the plan has a piece missing which does not affect the blueprint, but it close to the edge of it. The right side of the plan has a fold line along the bottom with staple holes along the left side.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Date: November 13, 1919
Details:
Plan: This floor plan shows the outline of the inner mausoleum with the entrance way through to the back stained glass window. Blue stone is outlined on the inner wall.
Longitudinal Section: Here there are three catacombs visible with rosettes on either side of the catacomb. The door opening is on the left side and a hanger is shown from the ceiling to the bottom of the roof. The back wall has the window area cut out. A marble floor lays by slate.
Transverse Section: this view shows six catacombs, three on either side of the main floor. The outer walls are also noted as well as the peaked roof with the hanger rod from the ceiling to the roof. Concrete is below the marble floor for the foundation.
Size: 41.8” (at its longest) x 13.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: slate, concrete, marble, bronze, blue stone.
Condition: Good. The bottom right corner is ripped away and there is wear and tear around the edges. The blueprints are all readable.
There are two documents, exact duplicates, that are stapled together.
Details: This document contains all the information regarding the construction and materials of the mausoleum. The document is not dated, nor is it signed or approved by the architect or Green-Wood.
Size: 9” x 14”
Drawing Material: Specifications Document
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, slate, marble, bronze, glass
Condition: Good. The cover pages of both specifications documents are faded and dirty, the content however is in excellent condition.
Scale: ¾”
Details: This blueprint shows the front entrance to the mausoleum. There are three steps leading up to the front door. There are two Greek Ionic style columns flanking the front doors. The double doors each have a large cross engraved on them. The mausoleum family name is engraved into the lintel, “PONVERT” (large capital letters). Two columns in the Roman Tuscan style are shown on the sides of the mausoleum going from the base of the steps to the bottom of the roof. The roof is peaked and made up of three stones meeting at a point. The stones that make up the mausoleum walls are shown too, with the measurements of each are written down the right side of the plan.
Size: 14.7” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are three staple holes along the top of the plan.
Drawing is a duplicate of Item B in this series.
Size: 14.7” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. More faded and showing wear and tear unlike “B” in this series. There is also a visible fold on the lower left corner of the plan.
Details: This outline shows how the mausoleum will be laid out according to the architect. Two column tops flanking the front doorway are visible. Inside, the mausoleum is divided into 7 rectangles, two on each side of the wall. The middle is divided into three. There are “slate rests” in the middle of either side. The outer wall of the mausoleum is also shown with a shaded pattern.
Size: 14.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate
Notes/Marking: The bottom right corner of the plan has a note in orange pencil that reads: “Front line 3’ 6” in from path & 2 ft. above ‘K’ on Survey.”
Condition: Very good. Some minor wear and tear along the edges with a visible fold on the bottom left corner. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This view outlines the grade line for the foundation as well as brickwork for the side wall of the mausoleum. sOne column is shown at the entrance on the base of the doorway. The side view of the roof is also drawn. There are two vents on the ceiling of the inner mausoleum. Another vent is shown on the side wall.
Size: 23.5” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In orange pencil the grade line is highlighted with a handwritten note next to the inner vent that says, “vent moving up.” In lead pencil there are drawn in boxes where the foundation would be to give it an outline and depth.
Condition: Good. The blueprint itself is in very good condition. There is visible wear and tear around the edges of the paper, with some minor tears in the paper.
Drawing is a duplicate of Item E in this series. The only differens is there are no pencil markings on this blueprint.
Size: 23.5” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is some fading along the right side of the plan and there are staple holes along the right side.
Duplicates of Items E and F in this series.
Size: 23.5” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the right side of the plan and some wear and tear along the bottom of the plan.
Details: The foundation section and the entrance way above it are outlined here. The foundation is marked in an arch of concrete with concrete pillars below ground for the sides of the mausoleum. The above-ground part of the mausoleum is outlined with 4 squares (possible catacombs?) on each side of the wall with a ceiling of 1 ½” thick and vents are marked. The peaked roof is also shown.
Size: 14.3” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Some handwritten measurements are in the foundation part of the plan.
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Duplicate of Item H in this series.
Size: 14.3” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Staple holes along the top of the plan.
Dupicate of Item D in this series.
Size: 15.8” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This plan shows 8 above-ground catacombs, each with two rosettes on the side. The floor is marble and there are vents at the base of the ceiling. There is a visible column at the entrance way and the concrete foundation is outlined.
Size: 23” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble, concrete
Condition: Very good. There is visible wear and tear along the top of the pan, with tears and a small portion missing. There are staple holes along the right side of the plan.
Duplicate of Item K in this series.
Size: 23” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the right side of the plan.
Details: Divided into two parts, both of which are very faded, and the lower plan is missing half along its right side. The top part notes the raise of the floor above the foundation platform, the lower plan seems to outline the steps and grade of the floor level. The outside wall of the building is also noted on the top plan.
Size: 22.3” (at its widest point) x 26” (at its longest point)
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. Plan is very faded and the lower half is missing. It is not the easiest plan to read.
Details:
Front Elevation: this left side plan is an outline of the front of the mausoleum. There are four Roman Tuscan style columns - two on each side of the doorway leading into the mausoleum. The family name is written in raised letters above the door. The roof has two thick slabs and a peaked top made up of three large slabs. There are three steps leading up to the entrance of the mausoleum.
Side Elevation: this view shows the side wall with stone slabs. The steps leading to the entrance and one column are shown. The side view of the roof is also visible. There are four vents, two on the bottom of the mausoleum and two on the ceiling.
Size: 36” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Some visible wear and tear around the edges, with some rips and tears around edges as well.
Details:
Transverse Section: this section shows the back window of the mausoleum as well as 10 catacombs (5 on each side). Each catacomb has slate between it. The outer wall of the mausoleum is shaded and the brick foundation is also visible. There is a rod between the ceiling and the peaked roof and the marble floor is shown.
Longitudinal Section: this view outlines 5 catacombs with rosettes on each end. A stained glass window with a bronze grill is noted on the back wall of the mausoleum. The rod between the ceiling and roof is shown as is one of the columns outside the mausoleum and the side view of the steps leading up to the entrance is noted, as is the door opening.
Size: 35.8” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, marble, glass, bronze
Condition: Good. The blueprints themselves are readable and clear apart from a small portion of the lower left print, which has been ripped away. The left side of the blueprint has a lot of tears and there are some tear lines around the other edges.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details:
Rear Elevation: this is the back view of the above ground mausoleum. The rear window is shown as is the back wall made up of large slabs of stone. The peaked roof is also shown.
Plan: the top of 4 columns are shown at the entrance to the mausoleum, the outline of the bronze doors are also noted. The inner mausoleum is shown in large rectangles with the window at the back.
Size: 36” (at its longest) x 19.6”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, glass
Condition: Good. The plans are readable and clear, but a small portion of the lower right corner is missing, which takes away the foundation portion of the “plan” blueprint.
Scale: ½” = 1ft
Details: This blueprint lays out the 3 crypt vault and the foundation. The front of the lot is on Mistletoe Path
Size: 16.2” x 26.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate
Notes/Markings: the top left of the plan in thick black print says, “PLAN NUMBER ONE (1).” The top right corner says, “COMPLETED” in a box. At the bottom of the plan on the left side a note reads: “Lower Slate Cover (without rings) 7’-4” x 2’-10” x 0.3” to be discarded before temporary sealing of vault.” The bottom right of the blueprint has a note that reads: “See Sheet 2 for Sections.”
Condition: Very good. Very minor wear and tear along the edges and staple holes along the top.
Dupicate of Item A in this series.
Size: 16” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Similar to “A” in this series, there are printed notes. However, this blueprint has other, very hard to read handwritten notes along the bottom of the plan.
Condition: Very good. There are fold lines along the bottom half o f the plan and down the center as well.
Duplicate of Items A and B in this series.
Details: This plan looks to be an earlier, handwritten version of the previous two plans for this mausoleum. The details in the drawing itself remain the same, but there are only handwritten notes on this plan.
Size: 14.2” x 28.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: slate
Condition: There are deep fold lines in this plan with holes in the center fold lines. The plan is stained in the center, but still readable. The handwritten notes however, are harder to read.
Details: This blueprint lays out the foundation for the three crypt vaults, which will be underground. The cement seal and slate cover over the flooring is shown with steel beams, also noted in the vault. The front area of Mistletoe Path is also shown.
Size: 16.8” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Cement, slate, steel.
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the top of the plan and the bottom of the plan is slightly faded, but not too badly.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details:
Longitudinal: this detailed plan outlines the top of the foundation (2” below grade line) and notes a concrete seal and slate cover. The top of the vault is outlined below the slate cover. There are also five I beams above the concrete seal. This vault is 15’-0”
Transverse: this view also notes an I beam (6” in length), the temporary concrete seal and slate cover is also shown. This vault is 12’-0.”
Size: 21” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: concrete, steel and slate.
Notes/Markings: the bottom right of the plan gives the dimensions for the steel I beams: 6” steel I beams 17.25lbs per foot - Flange width 3.575n- web. 0.475; 4” steel I beams 10.50lbs per foot. Flange Width 2.88 - Web. 0.41.
Condition: Very good. While a little faded, the plans are still very readable. There is wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the right side of the plan.
Duplicate of Item E in this series.
Size: 21” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details:
Transverse: Unlike the sections in “E” and “F” of this series, this transverse section shows the three crypts from ground level and how deep into the foundation they go. Between each crypt is a reinforced concrete slab. The very top of the crypts that is above ground has two 1” thick rings.
Longitudinal: this view is also different from “E” and “F” in this series. The side views of the three crypts are shown with reinforced concrete slabs between each crypt. Slate slabs are placed at the top of the top crypt.
Size: 19.9” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: concrete, slate.
Notes/Markings: Above the Longitudinal section of the plan there is a printed note that reads,“CRYPT ….1 and 3 are Vacant. CRYPT….2 contains the remains of MARY KRAFT MILLER.” The bottom of the plan also notes that the grade line is to be established and that the concrete is reinforced.
Condition: Very good. There are small staple holes along the right side of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: SEE “G” IN THIS SERIES. This plan is also mostly handwritten making it much harder to read.
Size: 19.9” x 14”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: there are numerous marking and notes, but they are mostly unreadable as time has blurred the ink. There is a penciled-in note above the plans and below the white printed ink notes that is difficult to make out.
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan and a fold line down the first quarter of the page.
Details: This blueprint outlines the base moulds, the cap moulds and the carving details. The joints are also shown on the main portion of the moulds. The carving is ornate with a floral-like element to it.
Size: 19” x 23.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is some visible wear and tear along the edges but the plan itself is very clear and readable.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: Longitudinal Section: this view notes the proposed monument on the left side of the plan, with crypts inside the mausoleum and concrete slabs on top of them; Plan: This view also shows the proposed monument for the mausoleum on the left side of the plan, with three graves inside with a concrete wall around them; Cross Section: this view outlines the three graves and the concrete wall with the proposed monument behind it.
Size: 27” x 21.3”
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete
Condition: Very good. The left side of the plan is the only part that has visible wear and tear and is dirtier than the rest of the plan.
Details: This document contains all the labor estimates, materials, and plans for the mausoleum. It also includes the dimensions of the mausoleum and how it will be constructed, as well as the specifics required by the mausoleum owner.
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Material: Typewritten on bond paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, stone, cement, marble, slate and bronze.
Notes/Markings: Approval stamp and signature of Green-Wood on every page.
Condition: Very good. All clear, no rips or tears.
Details: This letter was written by the architect and builder to the cemetery regarding the sending of the finished building to Green-Wood as it has already been completed in their Barre workshop.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: An "Answered" stamp by Green-Wood is at the bottom of the letter.
Condition: Very good. The letter only has a stamp hole on the top right corner.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: This blueprint shows the front of the mausoleum with three stairs leading up to the double doors that lead inside the mausoleum. There are four columns, two on either side of the doors. The doors are ornate with bronze grille work and a handle on each door. The roof is made up of flat slabs. The mausoleum name, RICHARD HYDE, is written in block letters above the door in a frieze.
Size: 16.8” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is minor visible wear and tear with a fold line along the center of the page.
Details: This blueprint outlines the entire layout of the mausoleum from a birds-eye view. From the entrance way there are the tops of two columns visible either side of the front door. The inside of the mausoleum has a granite floor and is split into three long rectangles with a wall around the inner mausoleum and outside.
Size: 16.8” x 19.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Condition: Good. There is a large amount of visible wear and tear around the edges with deep fold lines outline a square fold in the blueprint.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: From this view the side wall and sides of two of the columns are visible. Steps up to the base of the columns and entrance way are also noted. There are four vents shown - two on the bottom of the mausoleum and two on the top of the mausoleum. Large slabs for the roof are also noted.
Size: 16.8” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Silver
Notes/Markings: At the base of the roof is a note written in: “GERMAN SILVER COVERS ON RAISED JOINTS.”
Condition: Very good. Minor wear and tear around the edges of the plan. There is one visible fold line.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: This plan is the back view of the mausoleum with two of the columns visible on each side on the top of the second step. The roof is flat with a smaller slab on the top of a larger one.
Size: 16.4” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Very minor wear and tear around the edges. There is a deep fold along the horizontal line of the page. The back of the blueprint has tape over the fold line.
Scale: ¾” = 1"
Details: This blueprint shows the side of the inner and outer mausoleum. The left side of the plan has two steps leading up to the entrance way of the mausoleum. There is a Roman Doric style column shown in front of the doorway. Inside the mausoleum are three crypts each with two rosettes on either end. The floor of the mausoleum is pitched and there is a drain on the floor of the front part of the mausoleum.
Size: 16.7” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The bottom crypt has a note that reads, “Hole 1 ⅛” to receive rosette.” The floor of the mausoleum has a note that reads: “floor pitched to ¼” to front.”
Condition: Very good.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: The blueprint notes the base of a bronze statue on the left side with the bronze rod at the top, running from the ceiling to the base of the roof. Each side of the mausoleum contains three equal sized squares. The outline of the wall shaping the mausoleum is also present. Four vents are also shown.
Size: 16.5” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very good. Minor wear and tear around the edges of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: This is the plan that was included with the letter in “B” of this series. It is split into 3 sections, laying out different foundation areas for the mausoleum. It is very faded and hard to read.
Size: 26” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. The plan is very hard to read as it has faded greatly over time. There are deep fold lines in the paper - folding the paper into sixths.
Date: Document is undated, except for one typed year, "1920".
Details: The specifications document lays out all the general conditions of the contractors and the materials to be used. The last page is a contract of payment written up by the contractor, Memorials Art Company, Inc. but is unsigned by the Executor.
Size: 12” x 14”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, bronze and glass.
Notes/Markings: Signature of the Memorial Arts Company, Inc. on the last two pages.
Condition: Very good (all 3). They are clear, readable and only a little dirty from age.
Details: There is a square, cream stamp in the center of the blueprint that has a stamp inside it which reads: “THIS DESIGN IS THE PROPERTY OF MEMORIALS ART COMPANY, INC. BUFFALO, N.Y., AND MUST BE RETURNED UPON REQUEST. “
Size: 19” x 16.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is very faded with large holes on the left side of the plan, but since it is just a stamp for of the architect, it is readable.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details: This blueprint has the entrance way to the mausoleum outlined with double doors which each have an ornate design on them - the doors have upper panels with plate glass and bronze grills over them; below are two door knockers with a rectangular design. Above the doors is the family name in block letters on the lintel. On the first slab of the flat roof is a design into the wall which looks like angel wings meeting in a circle in the morning.
Size: 19.5” x 18.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The blueprint is clear with only minor wear and tear along the edges. There is a tear in the paper along the top left side and staple holes along the left side of the plan - neither of these things make the blueprint unreadable.
This blueprint is very similar to Item C in this series.
Details: This drawing is slightly smaller than Item C, and the bronze door is barely visible.
Size: 18.5” x 15.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: On the faded door design is the handwritten note “bronze door.”
Condition: Very Good - just very faded. All dimensions and outlines are readable. There are three large punched holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: This plan outlines the inner floor plan of the mausoleum itself. The left side of the plan shows the entrance way and notes the door’s inward swing. This leads to a granite floor with crypts on either side of the inner mausoleum. The outer walls of the plan are also noted.
Size: 18.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, slate, granite, marble, bronze.
Notes/Markings: The number 5 is printed on the bottom right corner.
Condition: Very good. Slightly faded, but very readable. There are three punched holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: From this view a clear outline of the walls, vents and back stained glass window are shown. This window is decorated with a flower design in the center. The flat roof with parapet is also shown. The foundation is made up of concrete and brick.
Size: 18.9” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, Concrete, Glass
Condition: Very good. The paper is just rather faded, but very readable. There are three large punched holes along the left side of the plan. There is a printed number 7 on the bottom right corner.
Details: From this view four crypts with a bronze rosette on each end of them are visible. The outline of the stained glass window at the back of the mausoleum is also visible. The entrance way to the mausoleum shows the outline of a column and the flat roof with the parapet.
Size: 18.8” x 15.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble and bronze.
Notes/Markings: “Bronze rosettes” with an arrow pointing to one within the plan is marked. “Marble” is also written in the center of one of the crypts.
Condition: Very Good. Faded with age, but still readable. There are three punched holes along the left side of the plan, with the center hole ripped to the edge.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Date: July 21, 1921 (blueprint printed date) & August 8, 1921 (Green-Wood approved date)
Details: The outside back wall of the mausoleum is shown here with slabs making up the wall. The center has a window opening with a decorative bronze grille over the opening. The flat roof and parapet are also shown.
Size: 19.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In pencil above the printed window it says: “Extend Window 6” in height.”
Condition: Very Good. Small staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Duplicate of Item H in this series. The only difference is that the window extension is not noted on this drawing.
Size: 18.6” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Fair. The blueprint is very faded with a fold corner on the bottom right side. The left side has three holes punched.
Scale: 1”=1ft.
Date: July 21, 1921 (blueprint printed date) & August 8, 1921 (Green-Wood approved date).
Details: This side wall made up of large slabs of concrete is shown with bronze vents - there are two on the top and two on the bottom. Bronze joint covers are also noted on the top before the parapet of the roof.
Size: 19.1” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very Good. Minor wear and tear along the top left corner. There are small staple holes along the left side.
Duplicate of Item J in this series. The only difference is that this drawing does not show bronze joint covers on the top near the parapet.
Size: 18.9” x 15.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Fair. Very faded, but readable. There are small staple holes and three large holes punched in the blueprint along the left side.
Details: This lays out the entire floor of the mausoleum and the foundation work to be done.
Size: 16” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The top of the plan says, “dotted line indicates brick support.” The center of the plan says, “dotted line indicates floor slab.”
Condition: Fair. The plan is very faded but readable. There are three large punched holes and smaller staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details:
Plan: It is different from “E” in this section as the view it shows is slightly different with different notes on it. Inside the main square of this plan are three rectangles - two thinner, one large and all three have the words, “NOT TO BE EXCAVATED” written in them.
Sketch View: This shows the depth of the foundation with the three rectangles outlined in the center.
Size: 23.9” x 15.1”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: the back of this blueprint has two pencil-drawn sketches. There is also an “Answered” stamp by greenwood with the date August 23, 1921 at 9.22AM on it.
Condition: Fair. There are visible folds with tape to strengthen the paper along the back. The plan is also very faded and there are staple holes along the left side.
Duplicate of Item G in this series.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Date: July 21, 1921 (blueprint date) & August 8, 1921 (Green-Wood approved date)
Size: 19.8” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There seem to be faded and light colored lines through the center of the plan, but they do not affect the readability of the plan. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Date: July 21, 1921 (blueprint date) & August 8, 1921 (Green-Wood approval date)
Details: This blueprint is a very detailed section of the mausoleum. The below ground foundation walls are noted with the inner part of the mausoleum shown divided into various squares with three larger one in the center. The window is shown in the center with a part of the decorative bronze grille outlined. The outer wall is also outlined and as well as the flat roof.
Size: 19.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is a slight curl at the top left corner of the plan with small staple holes along that side too.
Similar to Item E in this series.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Date: July 21, 1921 (blueprint date) & August 8, 1921 (Green-Wood approval date)
Details: Slightly different from “E” in this series, this plan outlines the granite floor and swing of the doors. The wall between the inner and outside of the mausoleum are shown shaded. The frame of the back window is also noted.
Size: 19.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, brick
Notes/Markings: “GRANITE FLOOR AXED” written in center; “DOUBLE FRAME” written by window frame outline.
Condition: Very Good. The blueprint is clear with only small staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: This document gives the regular preamble of all specifications documents and includes the materials to be used, measurement, working conditions and ventilation of the mausoleum.
Size: 13.5” x 9”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, cement, slate, marble, bronze and glass
Condition: Good. This document is no longer held together by a staple and the front pages and backing are dirty. However, the specifications are very clear and readable.
Details: This document is very similar to “A” above. However, there are minor differences in layout - not content. This document is made up of a lighter type and has the headings on the left side of the page instead of centered.
Size: 13.5” x 9”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: SEE “A” ABOVE
Condition: Very Good. This document is clean and exhibits only minor wear and tear around the edges.
Scale: ¼” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint outlines the entire lot for the mausoleum from the street through to the grounds and the building itself.
Size: 10.2” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In pencil, there is a handwritten note that is partially unreadable, but for the most part, says: “in _______ grade of platform.”
Condition: Good. There is a ripped away piece of the blueprint at the top left side and small staple holes along the top.
Details: See Item C in this series
Size: 10.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is slight wear and tear around the edges.
Details: See Item C in this series.
Size: 10.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Two staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: See item C in this series.
Size: 10.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Two staple holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: The blueprint outlines the entranceway to the mausoleum. There are steps leading up to the doorway. Two ornamental bronze doors are surrounded by a decorative frame with the family name on the lintel above the front door in block letters. The flat base of the ceiling is made up of a decorative stone with slabs above it and another flat base. The entire mausoleum is a rectangular shape.
Size: 25” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: On the steps a note reads: “steps housed 2”” below this note reads another on the steps that says: “cut solid.” A note on the left side of the door says: “False Joints Cut on Jambs.” Another note above the family name says: “One PIece With False Joints.”
Condition: Very Good. There is visible wear and tear around the edges, most particularly the right side which is torn. There are staple holes along the left side.
Details: See item G in this series.
Size: 25.2” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Minor wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the top.
Details: See Item G in this series.
Size: 25.2” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Minor wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the left side.
Details: This blueprint outlines the foundation and steps leading up to the mausoleum. The side of the entrance way is noted as are five catacombs each with two bronze rosettes on them. An outline of a window on the back wall of the mausoleum is shown. There is a hanger from the ceiling vent to the roof also noted.
Size: 25.2” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very Good. Very minor wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: See Item J in this series.
Size: 25.5” x 23.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Minor wear and tear around the edges with staple holes.
Size: 13.5” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. A lot of wear and tear around the edges with rips and tears. The blueprint is also dirty and there are visible fold lines throughout.
Details: The left side of the plan shows the catacombs (5 of them). The art glass window is also outlined as is the swing frame. The ceiling is visible as is the bronze hanger from the ceiling to the roof.
Size: 25.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass
Notes/Markings: in orange pencil there are various notes on the blueprint: the walls are 1 ½”; the ceiling is 2”; and a last note reads: 1 ¼” front.”
Condition: Good. There are tears around the edges of the paper with staple holes, but the plan is still very clear and readable.
Details: See Item M in this series
Size: 26.4” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Condition: Good. The edges of the plan are not in good condition, but the plan is clear and readable.
Details: See Item M in this series.
Size: 25.2” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is only minor wear and tear around the edges with small staple holes along the left side.
Details: Here the rear, foundation, wall and ceiling are outlined. The wall has two vents along the bottom with a window in the center. There is a decorative border between the main wall and the ceiling, which also has two vents in it. There is another decorative border and a flat roof.
Size: 26.5” x 23.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The bottom right says: “raised joint.”
Condition: Very Good. The plan itself is in very good condition, but the paper is torn and very worn along the right side, with minor wear and tear along the other edges.
Details: See Item P in this series.
Size: 25.5” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Very minor wear and tear around the edges. Staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: See Item P in this series.
Size: 25” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Minor wear and tear around the edges with staples holes along the left side.
Details: This blueprint view shows the side of the mausoleum from the foundation upwards. The platform and steps leading up to the building itself are shown with the side wall drawn. There are four vents on the side - two at the top and two on the floor. The roof is flat.
Size: 25.8” x 23.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: See Item S in this series.
Size: 25.2” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges, with staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: See Item S in this series.
Size: 26.2” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges of the plan, with staple holes along the left side.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint lays out the entire mausoleum from the outside steps to the entranceway and inner mausoleum building. Measurements are given for each area of the plan.
Size: 25.1” x 23.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges but the plan is clear and readable.
Details: See Item V in this series.
Size: 25.4” x 23.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Small staple holes along the left side of the plan. There is tape along the back bottom of the plan.
Details: See Item V in this series.
Size: 25.4” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint itself is clear and readable, but the edges of the paper are torn away.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This plan outlines the foundation for the entire lot of the mausoleum and the land it sits on.
Size: 26” x 31.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Poor. The blueprint is very faded and hard to read. The edges are torn and deep folds mark the paper.
Details: Duplicate of Item Y in this series.
Size: 26: x 31”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Measurements written in pencil dot the page.
Condition: Poor. This blueprint is very faded with torn edges. It is readable but faint.
Details: See Item Y in this series.
Size: 26 x 31.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Poor. This duplicate is the best of the three. The plan is faint but readable. The edges are all torn and ripped.
Details: This photocopy shows a corrected selection for the position of the mausoleum for the Vatable family. the lot will be next to lot 34832 belonging to the “Ponvert” family, the note contains the names of whom the deed will be in: Mrs. Matilda C. Vatable, #42 West 53rd Street, Auguste S. Vatable, #340 Madison Avenue and Jules J. Vatable, #52 Broadway, all in Manhattan, New York. The page also notes a fee of $1,857.30 as being paid.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is a staple in the top left corner but this page was not attached to anything in the file.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: Detailed front view of the mausoleum entrance and stairs. There look to be 5 steps up to the main entrance way with double doors that are ornately decorated. the lintel has the family name written in capital block letters. The roof is made up of separate slabs.
Size: 16.5” x 15.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. Slightly faded with some minor wear and tear around the edges. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: This basic plan notes the steps leading up to the entryway and inside the mausoleum itself. The floorplan inside is split into three rectangles. The outer wall is also outlined.
Size: 16.5” x 15.3”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are noticeable creases in the paper, and staple holes along th eleft side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint shows the foundation under the stairs and mausoleum as well as the back wall and foundation. The stairway leads up to the mausoleum entrance and inside the mausoleum itself a vent is noted on the ceiling, below the roof.
Size: 16.5” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Some visible creases in the paper. Staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: Vents around the entire mausoleum are noted as well as inside the mausoleum as well. the grade line and depth of foundation are shown along with the inside floor layout of the mausoleum.
Size: 16.5” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Some creases in the papers and minor wear and tear along the top edge. there are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: This section shows the mausoleum from the foundation upwards with the grade line. the mausoleum wall and roof is visible along with an outline of the stairs.
Size: 16.5” x 15.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are some creases in the paper and staple holes along the left side. Along the right side, not affecting the blueprint at all, seems to be some minor water damage. Very minor wear and tear around the edges.
Details: Unlike the rest of the plans in this file, this plan is hand-drawn with all handwritten markings, notes and family information. the plan notes the buttress level, step level, floor level and seat level as well as the back of the catacombs.
Size: 16.6” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Poor. Very hard to read with many deep crease lines throughout the plan; the plan is very faded with marks all over it.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details: This shows the front entrance of the mausoleum. Either side of the entranceway are two large urns, further in towards the door are two Greek Doric style columns - 1 each side of the doors. the doors themselves are ornate with three square/rectangle shaped decorations. Above the doorway on the lintel is the family name in capital letters. Above that is the peaked roof made up of the three large slabs.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Family signature approving the blueprint on the right side of the page.
Condition: Very Good. Minor wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the top.
Details: Outlined here is the side wall and view of the mausoleum. The mausoleum is made up on cement slabs with an urn shown on the right side of the plan. The flat roof slabs are also shown.
Size:18.2” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is some minor wear and tear around the edges and a visible fold line along the bottom right corner. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This plan outlines the entire mausoleum. From the bottom up the top of two columns are visible at the entrance to the inner mausoleum The door is made of bronze which opens outwards. The inner mausoleum has catacombs on either side of the doorway. Each catacomb has a rest block marked. The outer walks are also noted.
Size: 17.8” x 23.9”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very good. Minor wear and tear around the edges. Staple holes line the top of the page and there is a visible fold line along the bottom right corner.
Details: This blueprint outlines the back of the mausoleum wall and window in the center of the wall. The peaked roof is noted with three slabs to make it up.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is a fold along the bottom right corner and staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: Here is a detailed look at the foundation walls of the mausoleum below ground and the vents just above it from the inside of the mausoleum. The window is also outlined in the center of the back of the mausoleum with 8 catacombs built into the sides. A ceiling hanger for ventilation is drawn in from the ceiling to the bottom of the peaked roof. The peaked roof is also shown.
Size: 18.1” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, Bronze
Condition: Very good. There is a fold along the bottom right corner of the plan. There are staple holes along the top.
Details: From this view four of the catacombs are shown, each has two bronze rosettes on either end which are moveable for handles to be attached. The right side of the plan is the entrance to the mausoleum. One Greek doric style column is shown, as is one urn on the top step of the entrance way. The hanger vent at the top of the ceiling leading to the bottom of the roof is also shown. The back wall has the outline for the window noted.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: Under one of the rosettes it states, “Cast bronze rosettes with movable centers for handles.”
Condition: Very Good. There is a fold along the bottom right side of the plan with staple holes along the top.
Details: This basic plan lays out the mausoleum foundation and how it will look.
Size:18” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are holes along the top of the plan with separate smaller staple holes.
Scale: ⅜” = 1’
Details: This lays out the entire lot of the mausoleum and grounds surrounding it.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is readable but very faint.
Details: This is the general specifications document for the mausoleum. Included is the regular preamble about the contractor’s obligations and information about the blueprints. All materials are noted as well as all the materials to be used in the construction of the mausoleum.
Size: 9” x 14”
Drawing Material: Typewritten on thin paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, bronze, glass, cement, sand
Notes/Markings: The document is unsigned and undated by Green-Wood, the contractor and the owner.
Condition: Very good. The cover page of the specifications is dirty from time, but still very readable.
Details: This plan is written on the construction company letterhead. It is pencil-drawn with a few notes. The walkway is outlined at the top of the page with the mausoleum step as well as the foundation for the base of the mausoleum.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Pencil on paper.
Notes/Markings: On the bottom section of the plan is a note that reads, “this side about ½” over grass line.”
Condition: Good. The paper is rather dirty and has visible folds.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details: The front of the mausoleum entrance is outlined here in detail. The mausoleum is a square shape with a decorative doorway. There is a large bronze door which has two circular hoop knockers. Above this are ornamental outlines in squares, and around the edges of the door are detailed carvings that reach from the top of the door frame to the bottom. The top has decorative Roman-style garden urns flanking the family name. The name is written in block letters. The walls on either side of the doorway have two large, less decorative urns that are next to the steps up to the doorway. The roof has two smaller slabs making it up.
Size: 19.2” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Good. The blueprint is rather faded, especially along the left side, but is still readable. There are three large punch holes along the left side.
Details: This plan lays out the ground plan of the mausoleum's interior and the entrance way. The mausoleum flooring is constructed of slate and marble with crypts on either side of the main floor walk space. The back wall contains a window.
Size: 19” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, granite and brick.
Notes/Markings: The upper part of the blueprint, next to the entrance way, has a note that reads, “for cinerary urns.”
Condition: Very good. The plan is faded but very readable and clear. There is minor wear and tear around the edges and three large staple holes along the left side.
Scale: ⅜” = 1ft.
Details: This plan is the basic lot plan with the circumference of the lot outlined. The walkway from the street to the mausoleum is shown. This walkway extends to the steps leading up to the mausoleum entrance. The mausoleum is shown as a square within the circumference markings. The lot is 27.0” in diameter.
Size: 13.2” x 13.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The bottom of the plan has notes written in pencil.. The name “W.eatherly” is penciled inside a square and underneath is written the name “John B. Declue”.
Condition: Very good. The plan is faded and multiple folds are visible, but the plan is still very readable. There is tape on the back of the plan to strengthen the folds so they do not tear.
Details: One urn is visible outside the entry-way. The side wall is made up of three large slabs and two smaller slabs make up the roof. Ventilations areas are also noted along the top and bottom of the mausoleum.
Size: 19” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze.
Condition: Very good. The plan is slightly faded along the right side but still readable. There are three large staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: This back view of the mausoleum shows the slabs that make up the exterior walls of the mausoleum as well as the two smaller slabs for the roof. A window with a bronze grille is in the center of the rear wall.
Size: 19” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very good. Slightly faded along the center and right side of the plan. The left side has three large punched holes in it.
Details: One urn is shown on the landing to the mausoleum. Inside are three large crypts, all with bronze rosettes and made of marble. A window is located on the rear wall.
Size: 19” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, concrete, and marble.
Condition: Very good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges of the plan and the plan is faded, but still readable. There are three large punched holes along the left side.
Details: This section view outlines the back stained glass window as well as 6 equal-sized crypts in the inner mausoleum around the back wall and floor. The outer wall and roof is noted.
Size: 19” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, brick, slate and concrete
Condition: Very good. The plan is slightly faded but readable. There are three large punched holes along the right side.
Details: This plan outlines the entire foundation of the mausoleum. The stone and floor lines are marked out
Size: 18.5” x 15.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone
Condition: Very good. The plan is faded on the left side with three large punched holes there too. There is also minimal wear and tear along the edges.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This view outlines the front of the mausoleum and the entrance. There is one step to the doorway. The family name is written above the doorway on the lintel below the roof in thick, capital letters. The roof is peak and made up of three separate slabs. There are decorative carvings with a curled motif on either side of the doorway.
Size: 18.4” x 16.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is visible wear and tear along the edges of the plan, but this does not affect the readability at all. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint shows the foundation layout of the mausoleum from the front to the back.
Size: 18” (at its widest) x 22” at its highest)
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In much lighter white ink is a handwritten note that reads: “Note: Lot is supposed to be level.”
Condition: Very Good. There is visible wear and tear around the edges with the edges being uneven. There are some rips and two large holes along the top.
Date: July 20, 1904 (Patent date March 18, 1903 as per blueprint)
Details: This shows the side view of the mausoleum with the outer wall slabs. The flat roof is also shown, as is the first step up to the entrance.
Size: 18.8” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan and some minor wear and tear around the edges.
Details: The rear of the mausoleum is outlined here with the slabs of concrete making up the back wall. There is a peaked roof made up of 3 separate slabs. There is a window outline in the back center of the wall.
Size: 18.5” x 16.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: This general plan outlines the basic layout of the inner mausoleum. From the entrance way the wall that makes up the mausoleum is noted with striped lines. The inside is split into three rectangle shapes with the center one divided into 3 squares. The back window is also noted. Two drains are drawn in on either side of the doorway.
Size: 18” x 16.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite.
Condition: Very Good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges and staples holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: The foundation blocks are shown up to the floor of the mausoleum with the outer wall of the building also outlined, including the peaked roof. This sectional view also shows the inside of the mausoleum with 4 squares on either side as well as the outline of the back window. A hangar from the ceiling up to the roof is also shown.
Size: 18.4” x 16.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: The left side of the plan shows the entrance way above the foundation, with a view of a decorative carving. Through the doorway the view of 4 catacombs is outlined. Each has a marble rosette on either end. From the ceiling of the mausoleum up to the roof is a hangar and above that the roof. The back of mausoleum shows the window opening and below that a thing column-like hangar below the window from the floor. There is a drain noted at the front of the mausoleum, going down into the foundation wall.
Size: 18.5” x 16.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble
Notes/Markings: The bottom of the plan has a note above the foundation but below the floor of the mausoleum, “floor at front to set ⅜” lower than at back.”
Condition: Very good. There is minor fading along the right side of the plan and the left side has staple holes down the side.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: For General Plan, Longitudinal Plan and Transverse Sections, see Items E,F & G in this series.
The only differences in the above blueprints is that this entire blueprint is about the laying of the marble and slate in the mausoleum. The plans include a detailed breakdown for the “Fine Light Italian” Marble Schedule which includes notes on measurements and placement of each piece of slate and marble. The number of pieces needed for each are is also noted. The Slate Schedule is also detailed in the same way, only there is a diagram which notes where the slate is to be polished and rounded. The top right-hand plan on the blueprint is a detailed look at the make-up of the rosettes and how they will be attached. This diagram includes the screws to be used.
Size: 34.4” (at its widest) x 21.2” (at its highest)
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, marble, glass, granite & bronze
Notes/Markings: All the various notes about the slate and marble schedule. Also, notes around the rosette design.
Condition: Very good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges with some visible rips in the top left-hand corner of the plan.
Details: This specifications document contains the usual preamble about the responsibilities of the contractor. The document also contains information as to the materials, measurements, construction and completion of the mausoleum.
Size: 14” x 9”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Cement, granite, bronze, glass and marble.
Condition: Very good. Some minor wear and tear around the edges, just some slight folds and a little dirty.
Scale: ⅜” = 1ft.
Details: The entire mausoleum lot is outlined here from the grounds around the outside to the mausoleum itself. The blueprint notes the front of the lot at the bottom center of the page.
Size: 17.5” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Diameter of Lot 27-0’”
Condition: Very good. Just slightly faded.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: Here the outline details the front of the mausoleum. The front doorway to the inner mausoleum is flanked by large panels with a cross carved and polished. Above the doorway, on the lintel is the family name in carved block letters, with a decorative frame around it. Above this area is the roof, the center of the roof has an ornamental wreath carved into the cement work. The roof itself is peaked and made up of three slabs.
Size: 17.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. The blueprint is very faded. It is still readable but not very clear. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This plan is a basic outline of the mausoleum layout. The large square has 3 inner rectangles and a large square at the back of the plan.
Size: 17.7” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. The blueprint is readable, but very faded, especially at the bottom. There is so minimal wear and tear around the edges and staple holes along the top.
Details: The side view of the mausoleum is show in this blueprint. Large slabs make up the wall with an area cut out for what looks like a window. The flat slabs of the roof are also shown. A small vent on the floor of the mausoleum, above the foundation, is also shown.
Size: 17.4” x 19.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. The blueprint is readable but very faded with time. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This section outlines the 16 catacombs for the inner mausoleum all of equal size. The outer wall and floor of the mausoleum is outlined as well as the roof and its peaked top.
Size: 17.5” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. The blueprint is very faded but readable. There is minor wear and tear around the edges of the plan.
Details: The side view shows the outer back wall of the mausoleum with the foundation line noted. The base of the mausoleum is made up of bigger slabs that the wall itself.
Size: 17.2” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. The plan is very faded but readable. There are staple holes along the top of the plan with minor wear and tear around the edges.
Details: The entire mausoleum ground plan is outlined here. The outer wall and the inside of the mausoleum are shown. The inside shows a clear floor at the front with the back split into four rectangles. There appear to be windows on either side of the plan.
Size: 17.4” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Notes/Markings: “Polished Granite” is written on the floor of the inside of the mausoleum floor.
Condition: Fair. The plan, like the others in this series is very faded and there is minor wear and tear around the edges. The plan is readable but faint. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This long axis section shows the back of the mausoleum as well as the window outline on the back wall. The flat side portion of the roof is also shown.
Size: 17.5” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. Not as faded as the others in this series, this blueprint is still faded. However the fading is more along the bottom left side of the plan. There are staple holes along the top of the plan and some wear and tear around the edges of the paper.
Details: This letter is written by Farrington Gould & Hoagland to Green-Wood regarding the location of the mausoleum. The builders find the location to be “satisfactory.”
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: There is a “received” stamp on the back of the letter by Green-Wood on August 12, 1938.
Condition: Very good. There are 3 visible fold in the paper but they do not affect the letter at all which remains in very good condition.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This plan shows the front of the mausoleum. It is a beautifully ornate design with the very edges of the mausoleum edges flanked by two large urns. Between the urns and the doorway are thick, joined pillars. There four stairs leading up to the outer entranceway which has two fluted columns on each side of the front door. Above the entranceway, behind the columns are decorative, hand-carved buntings/ornaments. Above this, and above where the column tops end is the lintel with the family name carved into a rectangle in block letters. On either side of the name is a square decorative carving. Atop that, on the first section of the roof, around the entire mausoleum is a carved banner with separate squares. One has a star, one has a moon, one is a planet and the pattern repeats. The roof of the mausoleum is flat and made up of thick, large slabs with smaller slabs atop that.
Size: 27.6” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “hand carved ornament” is written above the bunting.
Condition: Very good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges. The top right corner has a long fold line that is deep-set into the page, but does not affect the blueprint’s readability.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This plan offers a bird’s eye view of the mausoleum from the entrance to the inside and back. A bronze front door is noted with two sarcophagi noted on the left side which has slate linings and granite floors between them as well as brick work around them. Also between the two sarcophagi is an Altar against the wall. The left side of the plan has four catacombs. At the back of the catacombs is a closet for lower containers, this is made of slate. This closet has a bronze door. The back wall has an area for a window carved out
Size: 27.7” x 20.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, brick, slate and bronze.
Notes/Markings: On the center of the floor it says, “Polished Barre Granite Floor.”
Condition: Very good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges, with the top of the blueprint having some tears in the page. There are also staple holes along the left side. The plan has a deep fold line on the left side of the page.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint is made up of 4 blueprints outlining the foundation. The top left side of the page is the floor layout for the main inner mausoleum and how it is divided up. The top right plan is named “Section B.B” and it lays out more of the foundation of the mausoleum. The bottom left plan is named, “SECTION A.A” and takes a section of the first plan and expands upon it. The last plan on the bottom right side is the “Isometric View” of the mausoleum.
Size: 27” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: The back of the plan has pencil markings which say, “13384 yds” and below that it says, “3613.68 cu. ft.”
Condition: Good. There are deep and visible fold lines in the page, which have worn through in the center to create a small hole. However, the readability of the plan has not been affected at all. The plan is a little faded.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This view is the representation of an object as it would appear if cut on the vertical plane passing through the longest axis of the object. A window cut out is visible in the center of this blueprint, which is the back window. A view of two columns is also visible; they are ornate with decorative capitals, and above that there is an ornamental frieze. On the bottom right of the plan is the side of the altar with a sand carved frieze above it. The floor is shown along with a granite interpiece. The top of the plan is the flat, slab roof. The bottom is the foundation.
Size: 27.5” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite and sand.
Notes/Markings: The inside of the mausoleum has a note written, “Balfour Pink Granite Interpiece.” The floor notes, “Floor Pol Barre Grid.”
Condition: Very good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges of the plan. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This back view shows two large, ornamental urns on either side of the mausoleum. The center of the mausoleum has a window in the center and the flat slab walls of the mausoleum. The bottom of the mausoleum walls has a vent noted. The roof outline is also shown.
Size: 27.6” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are two fold lines down the blueprint and there are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Date: Steps & Column Revised: February 21, 1938. Catacombs Revised: May 18, 1938. Front Steps Revised: March 16, 1938.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This detailed plan gives us a side view of the mausoleum from the entrance through the inner mausoleum to the back. There are four steps leading up to the entrance way. There is a fluted column that reaches the top of the entranceway roof. The doorway is behind this with the inner mausoleum and 8 catacombs each with a bronze rosette on them. The closet area has a granite door in a bronze frame outline.
Size: 27.6” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, Granite, Sand.
Notes/Markings: The top carving has “sand carving” written. Next to this it says, “continue ornament.” The bottom of the inner mausoleum says, “Balfour Pink Granite Interior.”
Condition: Very good. There are two fold lines on the plan, but they are not deep. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¼” = 1ft.
Details: This plan lays out the mausoleum. There are 16 graves, each for a single internment. The graves are drawn on this plan and numbered. The floor is in the center of the mausoleum. Canna Path is noted on the right side of the plan and Jasmine Avenue along the bottom of the plan.
Size: 13.6” x 13.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The plan is faded along the top but readable and clear. the written information along the bottom with the family name and Green-Wood information faded and harder to read. There are staple holes along the bottom of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: Here the foundation is laid out as a square with three rectangles in the middle. The grade line is noted.
Size: 14” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The bottom right corner says “low point 2” below grade. keep foundation level with this point.”
Condition: Very Good. The plan has some minor wear and tear, but is very readable.
Scale: ¼” = 1ft.
Details: This front view shows a granite circular temple containing a built-in polished dark gray granite sarcophagus inscribed with “EMILE PFIZER.” The structure is a Greek tholos (a circular temple with a domed or open roof) styled in the Doric Order and open to the sky. It consists of three circular stepped platforms supporting the colonnade. The colonnade has four full round Doric columns forming the opening between two engaged square columns, and four pilasters defining the walled portions of the enclosure. The colonnade supports a simplified circular entablature, having a plain frieze bearing the incised block lettered legend: “+ TONGUES IN TREES BOOKS IN THE RUNNING BROOKS SERMONS IN STONES AND GOOD IN EVERY THING +.” Within the interior of the temple (the naos) above the sarcophagus, there is an ornately carved bas relief, winged female angel gesturing upwards.
Size: 15.9” x 14.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Notes/Markings: The right side of the plan says, “Columns & Cap Cut in One Piece.”
Condition: Very Good. The top right of the page is a little faded and has blurred, but the drawing itself is readable. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: Five Doric columns are shown here, all on the flat base that leads up from three steps. The side of the colonnade is visible, showing the words “STONE AND GOOD IN EVERY THING +”.
Size: 15.9” x 14.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are three large holes along the top of the plan.
This drawing has less ornate detail than Item A in this series.
Scale: ¼” = 1ft.
Details: Unlike “A” in this series, this plan has no shading or extra details added. The main outline of the mausoleum is shown with more attention given to various measurements (unlike “A” which is purely a drawing). Above the main drawing is a larger drawing of the joint for scale. The name “EMILE PFIZER” is visible below the statue of an angel.
Size: 15.8” x 15”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, stone.
Notes/Markings: Along the left side of the plan: between the roof and the ceiling - “Bronze dowels connecting each piece.” Along the bottom left side: Raised Joints, no covers,” below that - “2 dowels on bed of each base piece.” The bottom right side of the blueprint: “See separate drawing for foundation.”
Condition: Good, but rather faded making it hard to read many of the measurements, especially along the bottom of the plan. There are three large holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: ¼” = 1ft
Details: This blueprint gives us the entire plan of the mausoleum and the surrounding land the plot sits on. The view is a bird’s eye view so the tops of the columns are visible. The inside of the mausoleum has a ground vault and above ground sarcophagus noted.
Size: 15.5” x 15”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. Plan is quite faded making it hard to read the smaller measurements and details of the plan. There are three large holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1ft
Details: Seemingly split into 3 areas. The top left side of the plan is the plan of the mausoleum noting a center line. Below this is a section of the catacombs, which shows the front elevation. The left side plan is the most detailed, this notes the solid foundation, air vents, reinforced concrete bars and the grade line.
Size: 18.4” x 18.3”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate
Notes/Markings: There are notes written around the blueprint regarding reinforcement of areas. The top right has a note that says, “Depth As May Be Required.”
Condition: Good. Faded in places making it slightly harder to read. Minimal wear and tear around the edge. The left side has three large holes along it.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: The left side plan is the foundation outline of the entire mausoleum and its lot. Inside the main circle is the entrance to the mausoleum with the family name and statue. The sarcophagus outline is behind the entrance. The right side of the plan notes the side elevation of the foundation as a large rectangle.
Size: 18.4” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges, and three holes along the top.
Date: August 1, 1939
Details: This letter looks to be a standard request form from John Feitner to the Cemetery. Feitner is asking for the Miner mausoleum foundation to be built in the way that the plans were filed.
Size: 8.5” x 5.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. The paper is slightly yellowed and crumpled with age, but readable and clear.
Details:
Front Elevation: four steps lead up to the entrance way of the mausoleum; Greek Doric fluted columns flank either side of the doorway (two on either side). Four far smaller columns sit above the entrance lintel and blow the peaked roof. The family name “MINER” is written in a rustic slab serif. Small ornate design on either side of the name is drawn in, but hard to make out exactly what it is. The peaked roof is made up of three slabs.
Rear Elevation/Half-Section Transverse: split down the middle with the left side showing the rear of the mausoleum. A column, half the peaked roof is shown and half of a rear stained-glass window is noted. The right side is the transverse half-section which shows the inner mausoleum and a raised area which is likely a sarcophagus. A rod between the ceiling and the roof is also visible.
Size: 30” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass
Condition: Very Good. Minor wear and tear around the edges. A fold in the center of the paper to halve the blueprint is clear. There are very small holes along the bottom left of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft
Details: Drawn as if looking from the side through the wall, the stairs leading up to the entrance way are visible, as is one Greek Doric fluted column. Going through the doorway to the inner mausoleum a large, ornately designed sarcophagus is in the center. The back wall has the outline for the stained glass window. The ceiling of the mausoleum, leading to the base of the roof has three bronze hangers drawn in. The building height is 16’.4” with columns 9’-0.”
Size: 27” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, granite
Notes/Markings: The inside of the mausoleum has notes for areas of the floor that say, “Balfour Granite” and “Tennessee Marble.” Where the hangers join the ceiling and roof it says, “Bronze Ceiling Hangers.”
Condition: Very Good. Minor wear and tear around the edges. An off-kilter fold line is visible with small holes along the bottom of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft
Details: This side view notes the outer side view of the mausoleum with steps leading up to the entrance way, a fluted Greek Doric column followed by three non-fluted more columns along the side. There are visible smaller columns from the ceiling to the roof. The grade line is also present.
Size: 27” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The bottom left of the plan below the full grade line is a short grade line with a note that says, “Present Grade.” Above that, where the full grade line is, it says “Finished Grade.”
Condition: Very Good. There is a fold line down the middle of the page. there are staple holes along the bottom of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint gives the general outline and layout of the mausoleum itself, from the stairs at the front to the inner mausoleum and the back wall with stained glass window. The tops of four columns are noted, as well as two large rectangles on either side of the inner mausoleum. The floor is noted as granite.
Size: 18” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Condition: Very Good. There is a horizontal fold along the center of the blueprint. Very minor wear and tear is visible on the edges of the plan. Small staple holes are visible along the top left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” - 1ft.
Details: Here the entire foundational layout of the mausoleum is shown. The floor level is 6” above the rear grade. There is concrete through the center of the mausoleum. The plan is split into various squares and rectangles with one area to the upper left of the plan that is unexcavated.
Size: 27.3” x 18.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete & stone
Notes/Markings: “NOT EXCAVATED” at top left corner; “concrete level through center” down the center line of the mausoleum.
Condition: Good. The plan is readable but very faint with a fold line down the center of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: See Item F in this series
Size: 27.5” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In red pencil across the entire blueprint it says, “SEE REVISED PLAN”
Condition: Very good. The plan is clear, with slight fading, but readable. Very minor wear and tear around the edges of the paper and staple holes along the top right corner.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: The entrance to the mausoleum is outlined here very plainly. The family name is written on the lintel above the bronze doors in a gothic style serif. The bronze door has an ornately decorated frame around it. The square style mausoleum has a peaked roof made up of three slabs.
Size: 13.4” x 15.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very Good. There is only minor wear and tear around the corners of the blueprint. There is a fold line along the bottom left side of the plan.
Scale: ¼” = 1ft.
Details: This plan notes the position of the mausoleum on the lot with the grounds around it. The entrance to the mausoleum is on Primrose Path in the cemetery.
Size: 13” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the top of the plan with a small hole on the right side of the plan (outside of the drawing). There is a small fold line on the bottom left corner.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This is the layout for the mausoleum with all pertinent measurements and blocks. A line outlines the section through the center and the right side notes a section through the sides.
Size: 13.5” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is only minor wear and tear around the edges. There are small staple holes along the top of the plan. The corners each have small folds or are curled.
Details: This view shows a cross-section of the mausoleum. Two sarcophagi are shown, both with a bronze rosette on them. The materials used inside the mausoleum and their depths are also noted, including the floor line, marble walls and a bronze grille on the back window. A ceiling vent is shown as well as two other outer roof vents. Each different material is noted in a key at the bottom left of the plan, by a different type of pattern.
Size: 13” x 15.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, marble, slate and bronze
Condition: Very Good. The blueprint is clear and readable. There is a minor fold along the bottom left of the page and small staple holes along the top.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: Here the architect has given measurements and outlines for the side axis of the inner and outer mausoleum. All materials used are noted in a key at the bottom left of the plan. The inner mausoleum shows the window, the bronze hanger and the ceiling vent. The right side of the plan outlines two sarcophagi.
Size: 12.6” x 14.6”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, slate and marble
Condition: Very good. There are small staple holes along the top of the plan, but otherwise it is in very good condition.
Details: This plan illustrates the inside and walls of the mausoleum. All measurements are given for the entrance way opening leading to the inner mausoleum. The main inner area is a large square with window outlines on either side - both with bronze grilles and stained glass. The back of the mausoleum is noted by granite walls and a window space. Similar to the other plans, the material key is also at the bottom left of this plan.
Size: 13.3” x 15.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, granite, glass.
Condition: Very Good. There are minor creases in the paper and staple holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This plan show the side wall from below ground of the mausoleum. It outlines window in the middle of the wall. The side angle of the roof is shown as flat.
Size: 13” x 15.7” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This is a simple outline of the back wall of the mausoleum. It is made up of large concrete slabs with a peaked roof at the top.
Size: 13.5” x 15.3”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This plan outlines the front of the mausoleum. It is gothic in style with a large gothic, cathedral-style arch for the doorway to the inner mausoleum. There is some ornate decoration on the arch. There are two steps up to the entrance. The right side of the entrance wall has the mausoleum owner and occupant’s name in block capitals on it in a square frame: “FRANK E CLARK.” The sides of the front view have gothic walled decorations and the roof has smaller arched windows on each side (3 on each).
Size: 17.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Inside the doors a note reads: “DOORS AS SHOW ON PERSPECTIVE DESIGN - (KLIEGL).” The right side of the plan has two notes, the top one reads: “FINE AXED FINISH.” The second one reads: “SQ R S D LETTERS IN PANEL.”
Condition: Very good. There is some creasing and a fold line down the center, but the drawing is clear and very readable. There are small holes along the top of the plan.
Details: See Drawing A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Fairly creased, but still readable and clear.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: The mausoleum outlines gives a birds-eye view of the floor plan of the mausoleum. The outer walls and gothic style columns that flank each outer corner are thick. The inside floor of the mausoleum has a polished granite surface with the back of the mausoleum a smaller rectangle. There is a window frame on the back wall.
Size: 17.9” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite and glass.
Notes/Markings: The back window has a note that reads: “shatterproof protection glass.” The floor of the mausoleum has a note that reads: “Granite Floor - Polished Surface.”
Condition: Very Good. There are visible creases in the paper and some minor wear and tear around the edges. But the plan itself is very readable and clear.
Details: See Drawing C in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are visible crease in the paper and staple holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: ¾” - 1ft.
Details: From the bottom up this blueprint notes the cross-section of the foundation. Smaller cathedral style windows can be seen on either side of the walls with small gothic columns next to them. Above this are a large cathedral style gothic arch and a bronze hanger from the ceiling to the roof. There is a vent on the bottom right of the plan.
Size: 17.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble
Notes/Markings: “Belgian Black Marble” is written in the center of the plan with arrows pointing to the flooring.
Condition: Very Good. Some creasing is visible and there are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: See Drawing E in this series
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint gives a view of the side (inside and out) of the mausoleum. The stairs leading to the entrance way are on the left side of the paper with the inner mausoleum following. The bottom right side has a separate, sarcophagi area, which is against the back wall. The outline of a window frame is visible. The top right of the blueprint has the door from the interior elevation plan.
Size: 17.5” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: slate, marble
Notes/Markings: Inside the sarcophagi is a note that reads: “Interment to be made during construction.”
Condition: Very Good. There is visible creasing and a fold down the center of the plan. Minor wear and tear around the edges.
Details: This letter to the Green-Wood Superintendent discusses the enclosure of the blueprints for the mausoleum. The letter also discusses the change in the grade line towards the lake. A request to sign and return one set of plans with the changed grade line is requested.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Cream, thick, letterhead paper.
Condition: Good. The letter itself is very clear, but the paper is creased and dirty from age. There are two staple holes along the top of the letter and two folds in the letter itself.
Details: Split into three smaller plans, the foundation plan contains a plan section, a front section and a side section. Each section is a square layout of the size and area of the mausoleum.
Size: 24” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The plan is slightly faded and there is a tear along the bottom center. There are also creases on the paper, but it is still readable. There is minimal wear and tear along the edges of the blueprint.
Details: See Item A in this series
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. Minimal wear and tear around the edges and a small fold in the bottom left corner. There are some minor tears along the left side of the plan. There is a fold line down the center of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint shows the foundation line and entrance way to the mausoleum. There is a large doorway that has a lined frame. The two sides of the entranceway have decorative, inset column shapes with decorative urns and leaf patterns around them. The roof is in three sections with the main, largest part of the roof being at the highest level. The family name is written in decorative block letters.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan. There are creases but the plan is very readable.
Details: This birds-eye view of the mausoleum shows the outside leading into the mausoleum. The entranceway shows the door opening circumference. The inner mausoleum has a polished granite floor in the center with two large rectangle areas on each side. The front of these side rectangles has a rectangular “rest block” inside them. The outer wall thickness is noted by a shaded area.
Size: 23” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Notes/Markings: “GRANITE FLOOR POLISHED” is written in the mausoleum.
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: This view shows the stairs up to the entrance leading inside the mausoleum. There are three large sarcophagi with two rosettes on each end made of bronze with movable centers for handles. The roof has a bronze ventilation rod leading to the. An outline of the back window is also noted as are the outer walls of the mausoleum.
Size: 22.6” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very Good. There are several small staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: Various sections of the mausoleum are noted through this section with the entrance way in the center, the back window outlined and the ventilation rod from the ceiling to the roof also noted. There are 3 squares on either side of the center floor of the plan. The outer wall is shaded with vents noted.
Size: 22.6” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Filler
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan and very minor creasing of the paper.
Details: This shows the grade line at the bottom of the plan with the rest of the rear view outline above ground. There is an outline of a window at the back of the mausoleum and the roof is in three sections with the main, center part the more elevated than the sides.
Size: 23” x 18.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: With the grade line noted at the bottom of the plan, this blueprint shows the side of the mausoleum with four air vents - 2 on the bottom and 2 on the ceiling. The right side shows the stairs leading up to the entrance to the mausoleum.
Size: 22.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Small staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft
Details: This front elevation view has four steps leading up to the doorway. There are four Roman Tuscan style columns, two on either side of the entrance. There is a lintel with the family name in capital letters engraved into the stone. The roof of the mausoleum is peaked - made up of three separate slabs.
Size: 15.5” x 16.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The edges have very minor wear and tear.
Details: This blueprint notes the side view of the mausoleum with the thick base and three visible columns - two on the front and one at the back. The tops of the columns rest of the lower part of the roof. Above the small base of the roof is a thicker rectangular block that is the base for the not visible peaked roof.
Size: 15” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The plan is very faded, but readable. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: This blueprint view illustrates the back of the mausoleum. There are two columns flanking each side on the base of the mausoleum. The back wall has the frame of a window outlined with the window seemingly sitting on a base of some kind. Above the window is a thick frame that reaches the base of the ceiling. The back of the peaked roof is noted.
Size: 15.6” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is clear and very readable. The paper is rather worn and faded. There are staple holes along the top of the plan and some along the bottom left side.
Details: This view outlines the concrete foundation and foundation below the grade line. The outer walls of the mausoleum are shown as shaded up to and including the peaked roof. The inner part of the mausoleum notes the back window and three squares of equal size on either side of the mausoleum - likely catacombs. There are two vents on the ceiling.
Size: 15.8” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate
Condition: Very good. There is very minimal wear and tear around the edges of the plan and staple holes along the top.
Details: This blueprint outlines the three steps leading up to the entrance of the mausoleum with one Roman Tuscan style column shown, which reaches to the base of the roof that overhangs the entrance way. The inner mausoleum has three catacombs of equal size and shape. These reach from the floor to the base of the ceiling. The flat part of the roof is shown and the back window is outlined.
Size: 15.4” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the top of the plan and minor creases in the paper.
Details: This blueprint outlines the entire mausoleum from the entranceway through the inner mausoleum to the back wall with the window outlined. The tops of the four columns are shown as are the walls of the inner mausoleum, all shaded. The doorway itself has, what looks like, a decorative handle drawn on the blueprint.
Size: 15.4” x 18.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. There is creasing on the paper and staple holes along the top. The drawing itself is on a more faded paper than the area around it. None of this affects the readability of the blueprint. The back of the blueprint is very dirty.
Details: This letter to the cemetery is a cover letter for the enclosure of the plans for the mausoleum. The letter also requests that the foundation be installed.
Size: 7.3” x 10.5”
Drawing Material: Letterhead
Notes/Markings: There are notes written in pencil at the bottom of the plan which outlines the plot and surrounding land. It notes that the front of the vault is facing Garland Avenue. A date of 9/16/58 is handwritten, approving the location of the vault.
Condition: Good. The letter is very creased with wear and tear along the top, but it is still easily readable.
Details: This document gives permission for the foundation to be built and notes when it is completed. A small drawing of the foundation shape and size is drawn in the center of the work order. It also notes that the mausoleum foundation will be a depth of 5ft. The document shows that the work was completed on 10/21/58 and inspected by C. Napoli on 10/22/58.
Size: 5” x 8”
Drawing Material: Orange Lined Paper
Notes/Markings: The back of the document has pencil written notes, one notes the time it will take and the note underneath that says, “Pour” and the bottom note says, “Clean - 3 men - 10 hours.”
Condition: Very good. There are visible folds in the paper.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: The main facade of the mausoleum is drawn in this blueprint. Stairs leading up to the entrance way are visible with a Greek Doric style column flanking each side of front door leading into the mausoleum. The front door is made up of two doors with decorative, vertical designs on each. There is a handle on each door. Above the columns are bunting style carvings with a circle design above them. There is a plain block for the bottom layer of the roof with a small slab that is decorated with lines to form squares along the roof.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “All Exposed Surfaces Smooth Finish” is written in the top left of the plan.
Condition: Very good. There is a fairly deep horizontal fold line down the center of the plan. The plan itself is a little dirty, but does not affect the readability of the plan at all.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This detailed, birds-eye view of the mausoleum outlines the entrance way leading into the mausoleum and the back wall. Two column tops are visible with a gap for the doorway. The interior has a polished granite floor and is split into three rectangles. The back wall has a window frame outlined
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, Granite.
Notes/Markings: By the back window a note says, “Bullet Resistant Glass.” The interior floor reads, “Polished Granite Floor.”
Condition: Very good. There is a deep and visible horizontal fold in the center of the plan. There is minor wear and tear around the edges. The plan is also a little dirty. However, overall it is still easily readable.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: This foundation plan is broken down into three separate plans on this page. Clockwise from the top the “Plan” notes the outline of the foundation and shows in the center where it has not been excavated. The next plan is “Section B-B” and is an enlarged part of the plan which is split into three sections of different sizes. The bottom plan is “Section A-A” and is also an enlarged portion of the foundation.
Size: 17” x 16.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The first plan has a notation that reads, “Top of Foundation 2” Below Grade.”
Condition: Very good. There are visible fold lines both vertically and horizontally down the center of the plan and some creasing. The readability of the plan is not affected at all.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: Here the floor, sides and walls of the mausoleum are outlined, and their measurements are shown. The center of the mausoleum has six equal sized squares with clear slate on either side of a larger rectangle. The bottom of the rectangle shows a decorative base. Vents are shown on the right side of the plan in the wall.
Size: 18” x 19.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate
Condition: Very good. There are visible fold lines both vertically and horizontally through the center of the plan. There is a blue tinge covering the paper but the plan is very readable and clear. Small staple holes are along the left side of the plan.
Details: A large rectangular shaped window is outlined with a thick top and bottom frame is placed in the center of the back wall of the mausoleum. Three large concrete slabs make up the back wall. The roof is flat with a bronze two spouts in it.
Size: 18” x 19.1”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan and a small hole in the center of the blueprint itself. There are visible fold lines. However, the blueprint it very readable.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This view notes the side wall of the mausoleum and the steps up to the entry-way. The main wall structure is split into three large, rectangular slabs. The top and bottom slabs have vents built into them on either side. The flat roof is also noted.
Size: 18” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: The top right vent has a pencil-in note that reads, “SEE F.S.D.”
Condition: Very good. There are small staple holes along the bottom left side and top left side of the blueprint. There are visible fold lines.
Details: This blueprint shows the inner part of the mausoleum and three burial chambers. Each chamber has two bronze rosettes on either end. To the left side of the plan is one Greek Doric column on the base of the entryway into the mausoleum. There is a step and the foundation also shown. The right side of the plan has the back window outlined as well as the back wall and foundation. The side view of the roof is also outlined with measurements.
Size: 17.7” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze and marble.
Notes/Markings: The center of the plan reads: “Alabam Cream Marble Highly Pol’d.” Inside the column it is noted: “20 Flutes.” The bottom center under the floor of the mausoleum has a note that reads: “Floor Slopes ¼” to Front.” with an arrow pointing up to the floor.
Condition: Very good. There are folds and creases in the paper and small staple holes along the bottom of the plan, but nothing that affects the readability of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: Elevation: The stairs and front of the mausoleum are drawn here. The doorway is a large arch with a wide base on either side at the bottom of the arch. There is a peaked roof made up of three large slabs. The family name is written in script on the lintel above the doorway; Side: here we are shown a side view of a wall which looks to be at a slight slant with the lower base of the roof on it.
Size: 11” x 8.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is dirty and the drawing, done in pencil, is faded, but still readable.
Details: See Item A in this series
Size: 10” x 6”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is dirty and faded, but readable.
Scale: ½” = 1ft
Details: Plans: this outlines the floor plan for the mausoleum from the entrance way, through the vestibule and into the main mausoleum area and catacombs; Section of Vestibule: this enlarges the vestibule area noted on the plan. Stairs leading up to the doorway and arch are shown with the arched wall noted; Catacombs: here 18 catacombs are visible. There are some names written in them but the pencil markings are too small and faded to make out.
Size: 11” x 8.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. Plan is very dirty and fading in areas, but it is still readable.
Details: See Item A in this series
Size: 9.5” x 9”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. Very dark in areas with minimal wear and tear around the edges.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: The front of the mausoleum is outlined. There are steps leading up to the entranceway with Roman Tuscan style columns (4 in total) flanking either side of the double front doors. The doors themselves have ornamental decorations on them. Each side has a large rectangle with a pattern inside the frame. Below are door handles and below that are more ornamental carvings. The lowest decorations are circles, with what look to be a flower design. The name of the mausoleum is written in carved, capital letters on the lintel below the roof. The roof itself is peaked, made up of three separate slabs that meet at the top.
Size: 27.4” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are two large holes along the left side of the plan. There is also minimal wear and tear around the edges - tears and rips in the paper that do not affect the blueprint at all.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: In this blueprint, the black wall of the mausoleum is shown. The wall is made up of cement slabs leading up to the lintel, then the peaked roof. There are three vents along the ceiling area below the roof.
Size: 26.7” x 20.1” (at its highest point)
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. The blueprint drawing is in excellent condition. The paper is worn with the top, right corner missing. There are staple holes along the right side of the plan.
Scale: 1”= 1ft.
Details: The side wall of the mausoleum shows a window frame with a grille over it towards the front. There is one column outlined at the entrance way on the left of the plan - looking head-on, this would be the right outside wall. The wall is made up of separate cement slabs and the roof is a large flat cement slab.
Size: 27” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Letters “A” through “K” (there is no “I”), are along each section of the wall at the right side of the blueprint, from bottom to top.
Condition: Very Good. There are small water stains along the right side of the plan covering the roof area of the plan. The plan is still readable. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: Of all the plans in this file, this one is the most detailed. This sectional view notes the entrance way, the inner mausoleum and stained-glass window, the 4 catacombs , the back wall with a drain pipe, vents along the ceiling and the concrete foundation. The window design has a potent style ross in the top center with lines coming out of it, almost like sun rays. Ornately designed flowers fill in the main area of the window with a banner-like design at the bottom.
Size: 27” (at its widest point) x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, concrete, slate, gravel and brick.
Notes/Markings: Underneath the slate floor of the catacombs a note reads: “Footings Under Brick Partition Piers.”
Condition: Very Good. There is wear and tear around the edges of the plan, but nothing that makes the blueprint unreadable.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: Space for 12 catacombs is the main view scene from this blueprint. The outer walls also include a window on each side of the mausoleum, both with a bronze grille over it. The foundation is also outlined, as is the peaked roof. Vents running along the roof are shown. There is one rosette on one catacomb. Air space in-between the walls is noted.
Size: 26.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, brick, granite .
Notes/Markings: On one rosette reads the note: “Rosette on each catacomb front.”
Condition: Very good. There are crease in the paper and small staple holes along the left side.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: The outline of the entire mausoleum is show here. The entrance way notes two columns, one on each side of the doorway. The doorway is marked as a thick line with a large interior floor and three catacomb spaces noted. There are window outlines on either side of the inner mausoleum. The outer walls are also shown.
Size: 20.5” x 27.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: granite, bronze, brick and slate.
Condition: Very Good. There is visible wear and tear around the edges of the plan and creases throughout the blueprint. However, none of this affects the readability of the plan itself.
Details: This contains the usual preamble as all specifications documents with general conditions for the construction of the mausoleum. All dimensions and materials to be used are also covered.
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, slate, marble, stone, glass, bronze.
Notes/Markings: The front of the document has a pencil written note that says: “4” copy of GSH 11/13/06.”
Condition: Very Good.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: The front exterior of the mausoleum is shown here with three steps leading up to the entrance way. There are four Roman Doric style columns, two flanking each side of the doorway. The doors themselves are two bronze with decorative rectangular center pieces. There are handles on each of the doors. On the lintel above the doorway is the family name in block, carved out letters. There is a peaked roof made up of three slabs.
Size: 23” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Next to the carved family name reads the note: “7” hammered letter square raised 5.8””
Condition: Very Good. The blueprint itself is clear and readable. The edges of the paper are worn, especially along the right side, with staple holes along the left side.
Scale: 1”= 1ft
Details: This plan lays out the entire foundation for the mausoleum and the plot of land it is built upon.
Size: 17.8” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: On the inside of the plan two same notes read: “This wall 3.0 deep”
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the top of the plan with minimal wear and tear around the edges.
Scale: 1” = 1ft
Details: This plan outlines the entire mausoleum and its foundation. The steps, columns, entranceway and inner mausoleum are visible. The door opening circumference is noted along with the measurements of the catacombs. The back window is also outlined.
Size: 17.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges and staple holes along the left side of the blueprint.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: Here the blueprint notes one column at the entrance to the mausoleum with 4 catacombs and the back window outline. The flat roof is shaded as are the steps and the foundation walls. The column height is 8’.0”
Size: 23” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint notes a more detailed outline of the back window which is framed by an ornate arched design. On either side of the back window are four catacombs of equal size going from the floor to the ceiling. There is a rod extending between the ceiling and the roof. The three slabs making up the roof are shown meeting in a peak. The foundation walls are also noted.
Size: 23” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The lower center of the plan has a handwritten note that is partially unreadable. What can be made out is: “Tablets to be 1” thick……….”
Condition: Very Good. There are small staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: The side view of the mausoleum shows the left side, if looking at the mausoleum head-on. Three columns are shown with two at the entrance and one at the back. The columns reach from floor to ceiling of the mausoleum. The roof that is noted is flat.
Size: 23” x 17.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. The right side of the plan has some fading, but nothing that affects the readability of the blueprint. There are small staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: This back view of the mausoleum outlines the window and two columns, as well as the base of the mausoleum. The roof, both the flat base and the peaked top are noted.
Size: 23” x 16.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “Design no. 3108”
Size: 20” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Original signed by Harriet Colyer, reproduced in blueprint. Stamped and signed: “Approved Nov 7 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Edges embrittled with small tears and folds. Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: 2 views—section, plan.
Size: 12” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite.
Notes/Markings: Several notes in red pencil on drawing, specifying dimensions. Signed in red pencil: “Approved 11/19/30 HC Nail Supt”.
Condition: Previously folded in eighths; deep fold marks visible. Some discoloration along central horizontal fold line.
Design/Style: Four crypts, two on either side. Symmetrical design.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: 3 views—plan and 2 sections
Size: 20” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed: “Approved Nov 7 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent”. Original signed by Harriet Colyer, reproduced in blueprint. On reverse in pencil: “Colyer 36276”, and in blue pencil: “36276”.
Condition: Warped, wrinkled, and embrittled. Numerous small tears and missing pieces at corner and upper edge.
Design/Style: Open cants within foundation.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: "3108"
Size: 20" x 24"
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Stamped and signed at lower right: "Approved Nov 7 1924 by HC Nail". Signature of Harriet Colyer reproduced from original.
Condition: Relatively good. Holes from staple binding along top edge.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “3108”
Size: 20” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Original signed by Harriet Colyer, reproduced in blueprint. Stamped and signed: “Approved Nov 7 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Edges somewhat embrittled with small tears. Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Pitched roof, window placed centrally at rear. Four courses of large masonry units.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Design 3108
Size: 20” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Art glass window, bronze frame, marble seat.
Notes/Markings: Original signed by Harriet Colyer, reproduced in blueprint. Stamped and signed: “Approved Nov 7 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent”. Corrections in red ink on foundation portion of drawing.
Condition: Edges somewhat embrittled with small tears. Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Symmetric design, four catacombs high at either side. Art glass window placed centrally in rear wall, with marble seat placed beneath.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “3108”
Size: 20” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite girder, bronze rosettes.
Notes/Markings: Original signed by Harriet Colyer, reproduced in blueprint. Stamped and signed: “Approved Nov 7 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent”.
Condition: Edges somewhat embrittled with small tears. Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Four catacombs tall. Catacombs make up full height and length of interior space.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “3108”
Size: 20” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze doors, granite floor, marble shelf, brick.
Notes/Markings: Original signed by Harriet Colyer, reproduced in blueprint. Stamped and signed: “Approved Nov 7 1923 by HC Nail Superintendent”. Several notes in red ink and blue pencil redrawing dimension. On reverse in pencil: “Colyer 36276”.
Condition: Edges somewhat discolored and embrittled. Small holes along upper edge from binding.
Design/Style: Symmetric. Intercatacomb space is only space for visitors.
Details: “Design #3108
Size: 8.5” x 13”, in 9” x 13.5” packet.
Drawing Material: Back typed ink on bond paper, in blue paper bound with brads.
Materials Noted: Greenslanding granite, Atlas Portland cement, pink Tennessee marble, Pennsylvania ribbon slate, bronze metalwork.
Notes/Markings: None supplemental. Unsigned.
Condition: Some smudging and discoloration. Relatively good condition.
Details: This document is dated but unsigned. Included within this document are the dimensions, materials, workmanship and working conditions to be used in the construction of the mausoleum.
Size: 8.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone, mortar, cement, glass and bronze.
Condition: Very good.
*See Item A, Specifications Document, for image.
Details: This piece of paper has numerous measurements and measurement additions written on it. Only 3 of the calculations have any type of note next to them - these are on the left column and say “at __ front,” “and side,” “other side,” and “rear.”
Size: 5.5” x 8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The paper is yellowed with age and has a little wear and tear around the edges.
Details: This blueprint outlines in great detail the entrance and front of the mausoleum. Four steps lead up to the entranceway. Four Corinthian-style columns flank the doors (two on each side), with four additional columns on either side of the building. The front door has a decorative frieze above it, with a lintel above that. The family name is carved and sunken into the cement work. Above the family name is a peaked roof made up of three cement slabs. The top of the mausoleum is a large glass dome with a decorative topper that looks almost crown-like. The dome is ornately designed with carvings around the edges and three windows at the front, bottom part of the dome.
Size: 30” x 36.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is wear and tear around the edges and there are visible fold lines. However, the blueprint is clear and readable.
Date: Green-Wood approval date: April 11, 1923
Details: This view of the back of the mausoleum is very similar to the front elevation, except there is a large window instead of a doorway. The back wall has visible slabs making up the wall. Eight (8) columns are shown for the back of the mausoleum. The dome is round so the glass and window outlines are the same as the front of the plan. The datum line is noted at the bottom of the plan.
Size: 30.3” x 36.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The blueprint is clear and readable. The edges have some wear and tear with a fold line down the right side of the page.
Date: Green-Wood approval date: April 11, 1923
Details: From this view both the inner and outer parts of the mausoleum are visible. For the outside, we see the dome, the side columns and vents on the ceiling. The inner part shows a decorative sarcophagus and the outline of the back window.
Size: 30.2” x 36”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, bronze
Notes/Markings: Each separate area is noted where a window will be as well as the art glass window at the back of the mausoleum. The sarcophagus will have inscriptions on it and the vents will be of perforated bronze.
Condition: Very good. The blueprint is slightly faded, but still very readable. There are fold lines down the page and minimal wear and tear around the edges. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This blueprint gives more detail as to the designs to be used inside the mausoleum. The outline of the mausoleum is clear and detailed with side columns, the entrance way and the lower glass domed roof are visible, as well as the domed roof above it that is the top of the mausoleum. The stained glass window at the rear of the mausoleum is noted as well. The sarcophagus spaces are also delineated, and the outer ornamental walls are shown.
Size: 30” x 36.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, bronze & masonry
Notes/Markings: There are lots of notes on this blueprint: On a decorative dias in the center of the mausoleum reads: “Emblems, three degrees of masonry entered apprentice fellow graft north south.” Above this note on the glass window at the rear of the mausoleum: “Art Glass Window With Protective Plate Glass ½” in Cast Bronze Frame.” On the left side, inside a sarcophagus reads: “Sarcophagus at Rear to Contain Three Small Bodies.” On one of the pillars on the left side it reads: “Bases, Grafts & Caps.” Inside the lower glass dome a note reads: “Golden Glass Dome. Cast bronze Frame.” At the top, on the base of the domed roof a note reads: “MANHOLE 18” DIAM.”
Condition: Very good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges of the plan and staple holes along the top of the plan. There are fairly deep fold lines in the paper, but nothing that affects the readability of the plan itself.
Details: This side view outlines the side of the mausoleum in detail. There is a window and six visible columns. The side view also notes the lower peaked roof, followed by the higher glass dome and then domed roof. The base of the mausoleum is also noted with vents along the bottom of the center side. Cement slabs make up the walls and a decorative wainscoting is along the first flat part of the roof. The grade line is also noted.
Size: 30.1” x 36”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: Along one of the right side columns it says: “All Shafts of Columns & Pilasters Polished.” the bottom of the top dome reads: “Ventilation Bronze Grille.”
Condition: Very good. There is some minor wear and tear around the edges and fold lines, but nothing affects the plan itself.
Details: This blueprint outlines the entire foundation of the mausoleum and its lot. This includes the walkway from the street to the lot and the land around it.
Size: 13.7” x 13.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The plan is a little faded and there are small staple holes along the top.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: The plan is split into two, with the top part of the plan called “Plan” and the lower plan called “Section.” The “Section” plan from the left shows the entrance to the mausoleum from the street with 28 steps leading to the mausoleum. The lower three (3) steps have “Entrance to IMRE KIRALFY MEMORIAL” carved into them. This blueprint also has the foundation depth from the steps to the ground. The upper plan outlines the steps size and length from the mausoleum plots border.
Size: 33.4” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: The bottom of the steps has a note that says: “Granite Steps Lower Section of Kiralfy Path - Scale ½” = 1’ Risers 6 ¼” - Wash on All Steps.”
Condition: Very Good. There is minor wear and tear around the edges of the plan.
Details: This plan illustrates the entire foundation of the mausoleum. The shaded parts are walls or solid areas with the non-shaded portions open or inside areas.
Size: 28.5” x 29.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. The plan is faded with large holes along the left side of the plan. There are two torn pieces of the blueprint on the right side of the plan. There is a fold line down the center of the plan.
Details: See Item J in this series
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Fair. The edges of the plan have a lot of wear and tear, specifically along the right side. There are tears in the center of the paper as well. There are creases on the paper and a fold lines in the center of the plan.
Details: This blueprint gives a bird’s eye view of the entire mausoleum. All 16 outer columns are noted as well as 4 inner ones. The stairs leading up to the entranceway are shown as well as the doorway to the inside of the mausoleum itself. The center of the plan notes a bronze urn. The windows on each wall of the inner mausoleum are also noted.
Size: 30” x 36”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: “shelves for incinery urns” on top right corner
Condition: Good. Visible wear and tear around the edges of the plan and visible creases.
Details: This document contains the materials to be used in the construction of the mausoleum and all the measurements. The document is an original with original approval signatures by Green-Wood Cemetery.
Size: 10” x 13”
Materials Noted: Cement, granite, slate, bronze, glass & marble.
Notes/Markings: There are some lines of type crossed out that are either not approved or to be included in the construction of the mausoleum (page 2).
Condition: Very Good. There does appear to have been something attached to the top page of the documents as remnants of it remain around the clasps at the top.
Details: This small piece of paper contains only measurements and two drawings on either side of the paper. One side of the paper looks to be the plan of the mausoleum and its surrounding land and roads, the other side has the same drawing but with measurements.
Size: 5.5” x 8.5”
Drawing Material: Paper
Condition: Very good. The paper is just dirty from age.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: A bird’s eye view of the entire mausoleum is shown in this plan. Four column tops are visible along with two outlines of large vases. The doorway is outlined as is the inside of the mausoleum with 4 catacombs on either side of the inner walls. A shelf on the back wall is noted, along with a space for a window on the back wall.
Size: 15" x 17.4"
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite and Bronze
Condition: Very Good. The blueprint is clear with only small staple holes along the top.
Details: The entire entrance and front of the mausoleum are drawn in this blueprint. Four Greek doric-style columns are noted, two on either side of the front door. Three steps lead up to the front door. There are two large, ornamental Greek-style urns on either side of the entrance-way steps. The bronze front doors that lead into the inside of the mausoleum have ornamental, rectangular designs on them. Directly above the front door, on the lintel, is the family name, “CHAFFEE” in tall, capital script. Above this area is a flat slab below the roof area. Eight small columns are between the flat roof area and the three slab, peaked areas. The top of the roof has three ornamental granite carvings - one on either end of the roof and a larger one on the top peak of the roof.
Size: 15” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are small staple holes along the left side of the plan and some fading around the edges, but the plan is clear and readable.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This side view shows the left side wall, roof and entrance way (if viewed head on from the right side of the page). The granite making up the walls of the mausoleum is in slabs. Ornamental decoration on the lower part of the roof is shown on the front and back as well as the upper part of the roof. Two columns are shown at the entrance way with one large urn on the entrance base.
Size: 18” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: See Item E in this series
Size: 18.4” x 15.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan and some minimal wear and tear.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint shows the back of the mausoleum. The granite wall and granite slab base are noted. The outline of two columns on either side of the plan is also shown. In the back center of the plan is a window with a grille over it. The roof and the small columns joining the upper and lower parts of the roof are also noted. The peaked roof with its ornamental designs on the ends and the top are drawn as well.
Size: 15.1” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Measurements of all areas are written.
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint gives us the view of the outside, entrance-way to the mausoleum (right side if looking head on). An urn and a column along with a side view of the door are drawn. Inside the mausoleum there are 4 catacombs, each has two rosettes on either end. The back wall and window outline are also noted, as well as the flat part of the roof. The foundation under the mausoleum is also outlined here.
Size: 18.5” x 16.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, concrete
Notes/Markings: The lower left part of the floor has a note written, “bronze saddle.”
Condition: Very Good. There is minor wear tear around some edges and small staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1ft.
Details: The inner part of the mausoleum notes 8 burial chambers, 4 on each side of the floor space. The concrete foundation base is shown as is the outline of the outer walls and roof. A vent is shown on the top of the inner mausoleum.
Size: 15” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The plan outlines the entire plot of land for this mausoleum - greenery around the building itself as well as the building outline. A smaller section of the plan is shown in a larger fashion on the right side of the page (marked A-----B in the main blueprint). It details the concreted foundation and footing the the grade line.
Size: 19.4” x 19.1”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Condition: Very good. There is some wear and tear on the way of paper rips and tear around the edges.
Details: The letter opens with reference to two other mausoleums with outstanding debts. The second paragraph relates to the Gale mausoleum and states that it includes all the specifications with the blueprints following under separate cover.
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The bottom of the letter has a small, drawn plan of the mausoleum with measurements and an area marked “A” that has a note which reads: “All “A” distances are to measure alike.”
Condition: Very Good. There are three visible folds where the letter was folded into thirds for mailing.
Scale: 1” = Scale
Details: The entrance and front of the mausoleum are drawn in this blueprint. Two steps up to the base of the entranceway are noted with two Doric-style columns flanking the front doors. The lintel above the doors has the family name carved into the granite. Above this is the lower, flat portion of the roof with a domed top.
Size: 18.7” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “7” SQ RAISED ¾” written below the family name
Condition: Very Good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges, more pronounced along the left side.
Details: See Item B in this series
Size: 18.7” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Paper is slightly faded and there is a large fold on the bottom left corner.
Details: This view outlines the layout plan of the mausoleum itself, the style, shape and size of everything. The walls are shaded and a window on the back wall is drawn in. There are two column tops flanking the front doors. The circumference of the door opening is drawn in.
Size: 18.8” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble
Notes/Markings: “NO MARBLE TO BE LESS THAN 1 ¼” THICK ENTIRE INTERIOR TO BE OF MARBLE.” Written on the right side of the plan.
Condition: Very Good. There is wear and tear around the edges of the plan. There are two holes along the top of the plan.
Details: See Item D in this series
Size: 18.8” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. Plan is faded and has visible tears and rips in the paper. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This side view of mausoleum (right side if looking head on) shows the concrete slabs making up the wall. There is also the outline of the entranceway steps. There are four vents - 2 on the bottom and 2 on the ceiling. The side of the domed roof is also visible.
Size: 18.9” x 20.6”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is a fold line along the bottom left side of the plan. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: See Item F in this series
Size: 18.9” x 20.6"
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are small staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: The back wall of the mausoleum is drawn here. A window with a decorative square pattern is noted in the middle of the wall. The wall is made up of cement slabs and the domed wall is noted.
Size:19” x 20.6”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is a fold along the bottom left of the plan and minimal wear and tear around the edges.
Details: See Item H in this series
Size: 9” x 20.6”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There are staple holes along the top of the blueprint.
Details: The bottom of the plan notes that the left side of this plan shows the view towards the front and the right side shows the view towards the rear of the mausoleum. The left side has four burial chambers, the same as the right side. The outer walls are shaded with the top part of the domed roof also shaded. The right side of the plan has half the entranceway area noted and the back half the rear window. The foundation of the mausoleum is also shown.
Size: 18.6” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is a fold line along the bottom left corner of the plan.
Details: See Item J in this series
Size: 18.6” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. The paper is slightly creased and there is minor wear and tear around the edges.
Details: This lengthwise view of the mausoleum shows the concrete and rubble masonry foundation with four sarcophagi outlined, each with a rosette on either end. The back wall of the mausoleum notes a small column at the bottom right of the plan and the outline of the back window is shown against the shaded walls. The entrance way has one Doric-style column visible. The domed roof is outlined and shaded. There is a smaller plan which shows the dome plan and course. There is a decorative hanger with a rod from the ceiling to the lower part of the roof.
Size: 18.8” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, rubble masonry.
Condition: Very good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges of the plan but the drawing is clear.
Details: See Item L in this series
Size: 19” x 20.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. There is some wear and tear around the edges and the lower half of the paper is very creased. However, the plan is still clear and readable.
Details: This plan is split into four plans, with one large plan and three smaller ones which are section areas. The main plan is the foundation for the entire mausoleum layout. The smaller ones, “Section Through A-B” notes rubble and masonry level with depths. The second two plans are joined and named “Section Through C-D” which has the rubble/masonry depths outlined.
Size: 28” x 27”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rubble, masonry
Condition: Very good. The paper has crease lines throughout, but nothing that affects the readability of the plan itself.
Details: From the Top Clockwise: Section at “A”: this small area notes the concrete base walls for the foundation floor; Posts: these two posts are at the entranceway to the mausoleum. Only the tops of the posts are above the grade line and are smaller than what is below the grade. the posts are made of granite; Section Thro “B”: this foundation section is a larger version than that of Section “A” here. The concrete foundation and granite posts are noted as well as the granite stoop and grade line; Foundation Plan: this outlines the entire mausoleum and notes where Sections “A” and “B” are.
Size: 17.7” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: concrete, granite
Condition: Very Good. There is wear and tear around the edges of the blueprint paper, but nothing that affects the readability of the plan itself. There are fold lines in the paper as well.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: Longitudinal Section: this outline notes the grade line and the outer/inner sections of the mausoleum from the side. A decorative column is visible. An outline of a sarcophagus is also shown and the flat area of the roof is drawn; Side Elevation: Here we see the mausoleum’s right side view with a column outline and the gradated wall from above the grade line. The foundation is also shown. The lintel above the entrance is drawn as is the roof area.
Size: 21.5” x 10.3”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Small staple holes run along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: This blueprint shows the outside of the mausoleum. There are two steps leading up to the entranceway with a Roman Corinthian-style column flanking the front doors. The walls of the mausoleum are gradated and come together at the top to form a peak. Inside a middle slab is a decorative ornament and the top peak has a decorative flower carved into the stone. Some areas of the walls are shaded while others are not.
Size: 13.5” x 11.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Details: This blueprint shows the outside of the mausoleum. There are two steps leading up to the entranceway with a Roman Corinthian-style column flanking the front doors. The walls of the mausoleum are gradated and come together at the top to form a peak. Inside a middle slab is a decorative ornament and the top peak has a decorative flower carved into the stone. Some areas of the walls are shaded while others are not.
Size: 13.5” x 11.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Scale: ½” = 1ft.
Details: Plan: This portion of the blueprint gives an outline of the entire area and mausoleum. A large round wall demarks the boundary line for the mausoleum. The rounded wall meets at the entrance to the mausoleum. Both the outside and inside plan is marked with the inside broken down into 3 rectangles. A smaller diagram at the top right of the plan notes two posts, one for the entrance and one for the curb. They are both very similar in style, size and design. The main difference being that the entrance posts have higher decorative caps on them; Cross Section: this smaller blueprint shows the outer wall and design of the mausoleum with a marble cut out for a door and a decorative cut-out at the top of the mausoleum. The grade line is also shown.
Size: 27” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, slate, tile, marble
Notes/Markings: At the top of both a note states, “mortice for 6x8 cojoining.”
Condition: Very Good. There is minimal wear and tear around the edges and small staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1ft.
Details: Catacombs: this portion of the blueprint shows 18 tombs. Fourteen are full, with two featuring the names of the individuals. There are 4 empty tombs. The outer wall of the tomb is noted by brick work leading upwards into an arch shape with a narrower area which is the light shaft section and thicker brick work; Light Shaft: this sliver of a section outlines the wall on the right with the light shaft at the top of the plan; Center Line of Stairs: the mausoleum stairs are outlined here with brickwork and flat ground also shown.
Size: 27.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Each tomb that is filled (or to be filled by exhumations from a different cemetery) has the name, birth and death years, as well as their age at the date of death marked on the tombs. All are printed, but two are handwritten - in tomb 12 and tomb 18. There is a plaque that reads” CATHERINE MULLER, WIFE OF WILLIAM P. HUNT INTERRED AT FOREST HILLS CEMETERY BOSTON, Mass” on the top right side of the plan.
Condition: Very Good. There is visible wear and tear around the edges of the plan and some creases in the paper, but the blueprint is very clear and readable.
Details: See Item A in this series
Size: 27.5” x 18.7”
Drawing Material: Black ink on linen.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series. One of the empty catacombs in Item A is now filled in with a name.
Condition: Very Good. The paper is creased and some of the ink has bled. There is some wear and tear around the edges.
Details: See Item A in this series
Size: 25” x 18”
Drawing Material: Black ink on linen
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series
Condition: Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ⅜” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the mausoleum and its surrounding circular plot. The plot measures 31 feet across and the mausoleum is set 19 feet in, with 6 feet of land behind it. The building itself is 16’6” across and looks like an oval cut in half lengthwise. There are two columns at the entrance and two wings on either side of the entrance that swing forward.
Drawing Material: Black ink and pencil on drafting linen.
Notes/Markings: Measurements regarding the mausoleum were added in pencil. “35211” is written in pencil on the back of the plan.
Condition: Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¼” = 1ft.
Details: This plan outlines the entire circular plot of the mausoleum with each lot (6 total) delineated. The entrance to all is outlined. The graves that are in use have the names and dates of death marked on them, and there appears to be a monument in the center of the plot.
Size: 18.5” X 20.2”
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting linen.
Notes/Markings: This is the only plan that has a note written on the bottom left corner that lets the builders and cemetery know that all the dates of death are inscribed on the graves, apart from two members of the family, but that their dates of death appear in the cemetery records.
Condition: Very good. Minimal wear and tear around the bottom right of the plan.
Scale: 1/4" = 1'
Details: See Item A in this series.
Size: 18.5” x 20.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very Good. Some minimal wear and tear around the edges.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Doric columns, 3 stacked catacombs with bronze rosettes, bronze ventilators, granite walk, glass shutters
Size: 15” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, glass
Notes/Markings: Stamped, approved, and signed by superintendent Grassau
Condition: Edges worn, staple holes on the right side, discoloration on the reverse side
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: 3 catacomb spaces
Size: 15” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted:
Notes/Markings: Pencil lines; stamped and approved by superintendent Grassau
Condition: folded; staple holes at top; tears along sides
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Greek revival with Doric columns, bronze doors. SOELLER engraved above doors and cross on roof. Rusticated stone.
Size: 15” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: none
Notes/Markings: Stamped and approved by superintendent Grassau, Apr 27, 1922
Condition: Some folds and wrinkling; staple holes on top; tears along edges
Scale: ¾” x 1’
Details: Center window, rusticated stone
Size: 15” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted:
Notes/Markings: Stamped and approved by superintendent Grassau, Apr 27, 1922
Condition: Folds, tears along edges
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: none
Size: 14.5” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Notes/Markings: Stamped and approved by superintendent Grassau; signed Apr 27, 1922
Condition: Tears along edges; wrinkling
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: 6 spaces visible
Size: 14.5” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: none
Notes/Markings: Pencil lines on drawing. “One half looking toward rear, one half looking toward front.” (In reference to the catacombs). Stamped and approved by superintendent Grassau; signed and dated Apr 27, 1922
Condition: Tear on left edge; staple holes at top
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: none
Size: 14” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, brick, slate, concrete
Notes/Markings: “Brick or concrete” handwritten in pencil with line marking over drawing; stamped and approved by superintendent Grassau and signed Apr 27, 1922
Condition: Wrinkling; some tears on edges; staple holes at top
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Four vaults wide by four vaults high. Names of interred on front panels of vault.
Size: 16” x 28”
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting linen
Notes/Markings: “Drawn by JSM”
Condition: Good. Right edge and upper right corner folded, some warping along right edge and lower left corner.
Details: Duplicate of Item A, aside from notes and markings
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: On panel of Abiel Abbott Low, death date is corrected in black ink from July to January. On reverse in pencil is noted, “Annie Wroe Scollay Low/Born Nov 29 1847/Died April 1 1929” and “Abiel Abbott Low/Born Feb 7 1811/Died Jany 7 1893”. At lower left corner in pencil is noted, “127-130 & 710-711”
Condition: Encapsulated in mylar due to embrittled throughout drawing. Left edge, from 3” in is torn and missing. One large tear from lower edge toward center, 4-5” in length. Warping along upper edge. Discoloration on reverse.
Scale: 1” = 4’
Details: Entrance to plot marked and mausoleum labeled. “Dotted lines indicate spaces.” 11 catacomb spaces visible around mausoleum in circular plot
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Pencil on drafting paper
Notes/Markings: Catacomb marked for Alice Jenks, Aug. 19, 1945.
Condition: Relatively good condition; smudging and fingerprints; small tear on upper left
Scale: 1” = 4’
Details: See Item A.
Size: 14.5” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A.
Condition: Relatively good condition; fold crease horizontally through the center.
Details: Three spaces, EARTH
Size: 14” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: “#11 ALL WALLS 4 FEET DEEP”; pencil markings of measurements on one copy
Condition: Folds, some tearing along edges, staple holes at top
Scale: 1”=1’
Details: Two catacomb levels with slate shelves
Size: 14” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, bricks drawn
Condition: Corner folded and fold across middle
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Bronze double doors, “DALAND” engraved above entrance, rusticated stone.
Size: 14” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Measurements added in pencil
Condition: Some folds along edges, staple holes on right
Scale: 1”=1’
Details: Rusticated stone
Size: 14” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good, some folds at edges
Scale: 1”=1’
Details: Four catacombs visible, bronze rosettes
Size: 14” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Good, some folds
Scale: 1”=1’
Details: Two catacombs, spaces visible
Size: 14” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble, slate
Notes/Markings: Measurements added in pencil
Condition: Some tears on edge, folds, and water spot
Scale: 1”=1’
Details: Rusticated stone
Size: 14” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Tears along corners, staple holes right, discoloration on back
Details: Typed 3 page document, “for Mary M. and Eliza H. Daland”, approved, stamped and signed by superintendent Grassau. Describes process of mausoleum construction and conditions.
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Material: Typed on typing paper
Materials Noted: Granite, mortar, cement, marble, slate, bronze
Notes/Markings: Names handwritten in pencil
Condition: Folding at top, fragile paper, staple holes on top. Discoloration.
Scale: unstated
Details: D & M stamp in purple ink. Stoop 3ft deep; two front posts; path to vault
Size: 10” x 19”
Drawing Material: Hand-drawn in ink on drafting linen
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Lot no. in pencil
Condition: Very wrinkled and folded; some tears; missing top corners; hole torn through stoop
Details: Greek revival, Tuscan tapered, round columns
Size: 12.5” x 13.5”
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper
Notes/Markings: Lot number written in pencil. Stamped, approved and signed by Eugene Cushman, July 16, 1897.
Condition: Delicate, some tears and folded edges
Size: 13.5” x 15”
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper
Notes/Markings: Handwritten on reverse in blue pencil, “Plans of Boocock Vault, J. Pittbladdo”
Condition: Delicate, tears along edges, folding and crumpling, mold spots and discoloration
Details: 16 catacomb spaces visible
Size: 11.5” x 12”
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper
Materials Noted: Granite ceiling
Condition: Delicate, tears and folds throughout, discoloration and mold spots
Size: 12.5” x 12.5”
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper
Notes/Markings: “Front and back pediments all one piece”. In red pencil on reverse, “Plans of Boocock Vault”
Condition: Delicate, major tears across center and along edges, discoloration, mold spots
Details: Four catacombs are shown; dimensions are provided for the roof, catacombs, entrance vestibule, walls, floor, and base.
Size :12.5” x 14.5”
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper
Materials Noted: Slate.
Condition: Delicate, folds and wrinkles throughout with a small tear and a hole at the top edge and discoloration and mold spots in the upper right corner.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Granite shaded light blue. Space for four stacked catacombs visible; granite sidewalk at front entrance; 2 large and 2 small Doric columns at entrance
Size: 17” x 19”
Drawing Material: Ink on paper
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Handwritten title; Platt-Bliss written on back
Condition: Staple holes on the right edge; discoloration, dirt, and smudging; tearing on upper right corner and missing lower right corner
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Granite shaded light blue; concrete gray; catacomb spaces marked
Size: 15” x 20”
Drawing Material: Ink on paper
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite
Notes/Markings: Handwritten title
Condition: Staple holes on left edge; discoloration; fingerprint smudges
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Arched roof; granite block walls
Size: 15.5” x 15”
Drawing Material: Ink on paper
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Handwritten title
Condition: Discoloration; staple holes on left edge; water stains; tears on upper left corner
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Front entrance reads “PLATT BLISS 1895”; bronze door; Doric columns
Size: 16” x 21”
Drawing Material: Ink on paper
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Handwritten title
Condition: Discoloration; fingerprint smudging; staple holes on right edge
Scale: n/a
Details: Typed; 5 pages; bound at top with brass staples
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Material: Ink on typing paper
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, bronze, stone
Notes/Markings:
Condition: Discoloration; some creasing; first page folded
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details:
Size: 19” x 34”
Drawing Material: Ink on paper
Materials Noted: Brick
Notes/Markings: Handwritten titles. “Platt-Bliss Vault” handwritten on reverse
Condition: Very poor: embrittled; many pieces missing on edges and corners; extensive tearing. Staple holes on right edge. Severe discoloration. Taping.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Frontline and rearline marked; side hill line drawn
Size: 15” x 33”
Drawing Material: Ink on paper
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite
Notes/Markings: Handwritten titles; no title block
Condition: Tears along edges; missing lower left corner; ink fingerprint smudges; discoloration; holes from staples on right edge
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Four parallel vaults with adjacent stones. Space for another vault between them.
Size: 15” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Notes/Markings: “Lot no 22783, Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn NY, Wm M. and Abigail Jones.” Notes in red pencil: “May add lettering to his mark stone viz Sarah Lawrence Hill her daughter 1842-1912” with arrow to one stone and A written on it. Initialed 11/22/12. Lot number noted in pencil on reverse: “#22783 = Jones” in three places. Red stamp: “Received, The Green-Wood Cemetery, Nov 25, 1912, 10:58 AM, Brooklyn, New York.”
Condition: Small tears on left side; creasing; water drop on right side. Major discoloration on reverse.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Five vaults -- two adjacent vaults in center, one vault far left and two vaults upper right corner
Size: 9 ½” x 10”
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black ink
Notes/Markings: “Lot nos 21182 & 21183 Sec 148”
Condition: Lower left corner folded. Relatively good.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Five vaults -- two adjacent vaults in center, one vault far left and two vaults upper right corner
Size: 9 ½” x 9 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Notes/Markings: “Lot nos 21182 & 21183 Sec 148”
Condition: Relatively good condition
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Five vaults -- two adjacent vaults in center, one vault far left and two vaults upper right corner
Size: 9 ½” x 10”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Notes/Markings: “Lot nos 21182 & 21183 Sec 148”
Condition: Good.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Size: 9 ½” x 9 ½”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Notes/Markings: “Lot nos 21182 & 21183 Sec 148.” Names noted in pencil: “Maude Corlies, Arthur Corlies, Howard Corlies, Barbara Corlies, Newton Adams, Stuart Adams, Anne C. Adams”
Condition: Some discoloration on reverse. Creasing from being folded in small squares
Scale: ⅜” = 1’
Details: Shows mausoleum's place in lot.
Size: 15” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Approved stamp signed by Hattie Luckenbach
Condition: Heavily creased, discoloration on reverse
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Four Doric columns, three steps up to entrance, “LUCKENBACH” in raised letters above door, Greek Revival
Size: 17” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Order No 2182, Hallowell Granite” typed. “Approved” stamp with date. Handwritten on original, “Hattie W. Luckenbach…” illegible, signed.
Condition: Staple holes on left, some wrinkling, relatively good condition
Scale: ¾”=1’
Details: Doric columns, Greek revival
Size: 17” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Luckenbach, Order No 2182”, “Stock Hallowell”, “PATENTED OCT 31, 1899 AND MAR 10, 1903” written on top of mausoleum
Condition: Staples on left side, wrinkling
Scale: ¾”=1’
Size: 17” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Luckenbach Order No 2182, Stock Hallowell”
Condition: Staple holes on left, folded, embrittled corner on upper left
Scale: ¾”=1’
Size: 17” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Luckenbach Order No 2182”
Condition: Staple holes on left, wrinkling, corner folded
Scale: ¾”=1’
Size: 17” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Luckenbach Order No 2182, Stock Hallowell”
Condition: Staple holes on left, wrinkling around edges, strip of discoloration on reverse
Details: 5 pages, typed, clipped together
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Material: Typing paper
Materials Noted: Granite (Hallowell), Italian marble, slate, stained glass, bronze
Notes/Markings: Signed by Hattie W. Luckenbach, Executrix and John W. Weber and William A. Martin, Executors
Condition: Discoloration, some corners folded
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: 20 flutes noted on columns
Size: 17” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Hallowell granite
Notes/Markings: 3’10” measurement changed to 3’9”
Condition: Staples on left, some discoloration and wrinkling around edges
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 16” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Name and lot number handwritten on reverse
Condition: Staple holes at top, severe discoloration on reverse
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 16” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “All side walls above course A must be roughed off to thickness indicated to make room for interior finish” ; “Foundation” marked twice
Condition: Staple holes on left, wrinkled, missing top right corner, discoloration on reverse
Scale: ½”=1’
Details: Aerial view of the mausoleum. Four stairs and walkway lead to the entrance. Beyond the vestibule at the rear of the mausoleum, four catacombs fill the space between the side walls.
Size: 19” x 43”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glazed brick
Notes/Markings: Signed by Eugene Cushman on January 20, [---]6.
Condition: Folds and missing pieces on lower right corner
Scale: ½”=1’
Details: Shows the interior rear of the mausoleum. Appears to be space for 14 catacombs.
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed by Eugene Cushman on January 20, [---]6.
Condition: Staple holes along right side, good condition
Scale: ½”=1’
Details: A set of stairs leads to the front door. The mausoleum is constructed of rusticated stone.
Size: 16” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed by Eugene Cushman on January 20, [---]6.
Condition: Staple holes along right side, folds on corners
Scale: ½”=1’
Details: Vertical space for four vaults
Size: 18” x 32”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glazed brick
Notes/Markings: Signed by Eugene Cushman on January 20, [---]6.. Grade lines, water table, and door sills are marked
Condition: Fold on upper right corner, staple holes on right edge. Small tears on edges, creasing
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Side hill vault, large rusticated stone, four steps down on front entrance
Size: 17” x 33”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed by Eugene Cushman on January 20, [---]6. Grade lines marked. “Sturges” marked in pencil on reverse.
Condition: Staple holes on right side, embrittled, significant damage, tears and folds on edges. One large piece missing on lower edge.
Scale: ½”=1’
Details: Four rows of graves, 3-4 graves wide, 15 graves in total
Size: 9 ½” x 18”
Drawing Material: Black and red ink on drafting linen
Notes/Markings: “Lot No. 22594, Section 35, Owned by Gideon Fountain”. Lot no 22594 noted on reverse in 3 places in pencil
Condition: Corner folded on upper right and lower right, some creasing
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: 17 vaults arranged in circular formation
Size: 15” x 16”
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting linen
Materials Noted:
Notes/Markings: Dates written in two vaults’ diagrams, in pencil, 1936 and 1955
Condition: Overall good condition, ink smudging
Scale: ¼”=1’
Details: 17 vaults arranged in circular formation
Size: 15” x 16”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Materials Noted:
Notes/Markings: “Lots 21285-21288, Section 163, Green-Wood Cemetery”
Condition: Relatively good condition, some discoloration on reverse
Scale: ¾”=1’
Details: Building composed of large stone blocks with peaked roof. Double doors. “Alexander S. Kirkman” above door.
Size: 14 ½” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Stamped for approval, but not signed
Scale: ¾”=1’
Details: Shows hill grade nearly exactly diagonally bisecting the tomb. Stone blocks shown on free side, “all in bank” written in other
Size: 14 ½” x 19"
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed
Condition: Small tear near top left corner
Details: 8 catacombs shown, 4 on each side. Peaked roof.
Size: 14 ½” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, granite - both in floor
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: 8 catacombs shown
Size: 14 ½” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze sill
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed. “Keep 4” down” with arrow pointing to front edge of foundation, written in pencil
Details: 4 catacombs shown (each is 4 tall, for 16 total slots)
Size: 14 ½” x 19"
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “Solid lines show outline of concrete foundation”
Size: 14 ½” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite floor, slate shelves (for catacombs)
Notes/Markings: Stamped but not signed. In pencil, “18’ from front” written at both front corners. Sketches on back of foundations, L, R, rear.
Details: “Solid lines show outline of concrete foundation”
Notes/Markings: In pencil, “18’ from front line of lot” written at left front corner, “18” written at right.
Condition: Piece missing from bottom, crumpling, has been folded several times, some wear along the edges of lines.
Details: The name Pietro Brucato is above the door, under a peaked roof. Four Corinthian columns flank the front door. The lintel has a leaf design.
Size: 11" x 13.5"
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: Dated and signed by Superintendent WG Grassau.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips. Embrittled.
Details: Peaked roof. Space for eight catacombs shown, four on either side.
Size: 9" x 13.5"
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, bluestone, and brick in foundation.
Notes/Markings: Note in black ink in tympanum: Blind gable set in center between front and rear walls to support roof stones – measurements noted as well. Dated and signed by Superintendent WG Grassau.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips. A bit of folding near bottom left corner.
Details: Peaked roof. Space for eight catacombs shown, four on either side.
Size: 9" x 13.5"
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, bluestone, and brick in foundation.
Notes/Markings: Note in black ink in tympanum: Blind gable set in center between front and rear walls to support roof stones – measurements noted as well. Dated and signed by Superintendent WG Grassau.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips. A bit of folding near bottom left corner.
Details: Corinthian column at front. Space for four catacombs shown.
Size: 11.25” x 13”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete at base of building.
Notes/Markings: Dated and signed by Superintendent WG Grassau. Two measurements written in on roof.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips. Crumpling along left and right sides.
Details: Corinthian column at front. Stone layout of side wall shown.
Size: 12” x 12.25”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted:
Notes/Markings: Dated and signed by Superintendent WG Grassau.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips. Crumpling along left and right sides.
Details: Four columns flanking the front door.
Size: 10.25” x 14”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate around catacombs.
Notes/Markings: Dated and signed by Superintendent WG Grassau. Notes at front: Steps housed 2”.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips. Embrittled.
Size: 9.25” x 14.25”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted:
Notes/Markings: Stamped: Grant R. Pitbladdo. Note: Excavate 4’ Deep. Three other measurement notes written in.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips. ½” tear on bottom, folding by right corner.
Size: 9.25” x 14.25”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted:
Notes/Markings: Stamped: Grant R. Pitbladdo. Note: Excavate 4’ Deep. Four other measurement notes written in.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips. ½” tear on bottom, folding by right corner.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Shows three drawings. 1) Basic foundation plan. 2) Section through A-A on plan. 3) Section through B:B on plan. Concrete and earth sections marked, and “Keep foundation 3” below grade or sod line at lowest points.”
Size: 17.5” x 16.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Condition: 4” tear on top, 1” tear on left, crumpled bottom left and top right corners, ½” tear on bottom.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Shows three drawings. 1) Basic foundation plan. 2) Section through A-A on plan. 3) Section through B:B on plan. Concrete and earth sections marked, and “Keep foundation 3” below grade or sod line at lowest points.”
Size: 17.5” x 16.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Condition: 3” tear on left, bit of bottom left corner gone, small tears on top, top left corner folded and piece missing, 2” tear on right.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Peaked roof. Two doric columns on either side of double front door. “Kassing” in sunken letters in lintel. Peaked roof.
Size: 16” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by WG Grassau, superintendent.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips. Bottom right corner folded.
Design/Style: Neoclassical.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Column in front and back.
Size: 16” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by WG Grassau, superintendent.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Doric column at either corner. Peaked roof.
Size: 16” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by WG Grassau, superintendent.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Doric column at front. Side view of four rows of catacombs shown. “All walls to be 1’ thick.”
Size: 16” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze (note at back “See FSD for construction of bronze frame”). “Interior to e of blue-veined Italian marble highly polished.
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by WG Grassau, superintendent.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Peaked roof. Two columns of catacombs, four rows each; on the left, “looking toward door;” on the right, “looking toward window.”
Size: 16” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze frame
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by WG Grassau, superintendent.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Two column spaces shown at front. “All walls to be 1’ thick.”
Size: 16” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by WG Grassau, superintendent.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Details: Shows four drawings, for “Order No 4347 granite for Wiley vault, Leland & Hall Co, NYC.”
Size: 16.75” x 10.25”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite. Dark barre cover; light barre rails.
Condition: Slight crumpling on bottom right corner. Faded.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: “Dotted line shows size of lot.” Three sections inside: stoop; vault; monument.
Size: 18” x 11”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Condition: Small holes on top from clips; faded.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Vault plan.
Size: 17.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Condition: Small holes on top from clips, crumpling along edges, small tears on all sides.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: 5 rows of catacombs.
Size: 20” x 17.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite roof; bronze vent; brick; marble; concrete base.
Condition: Crumpling and small tears along all edges.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: 2 columns of catacombs, 4 rows in each. Arched roof with vent protrusion on top.
Size: 16.75” x 10.25”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite on roof; brick arch; concrete base.
Condition: Crumpling along all edges. 2” tear on right.
Details: Contains instructions for the general conditions for and materials to be used in the construction of the mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on paper with additions in pencil.
Details: Side elevation: 4 steps up to top of grade. Front elevation: 4 steps up with banisters on either side and large decorative urns at top of steps (6’ apart, center to center). Holes drilled down through center of urns “for drains.” Plan: Front stoop at top of steps, with mausoleum beyond.
Size: 29” x 31.5”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite stoop.
Condition: Crumpling on left half, upper right corner missing, 3” tear on right side.
Scale: 1”= 1’
Details: Shows “swing of door.” Single column at either front corner. “Crypts on each side” in the tomb, as well as “2 crypts” in the back.
Size: 24.25” x 25.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor. Slate back of the crypt at the back of tomb.
Condition: Many tears and small pieces missing on left and right sides. Small holes from clips and tiny tears on top.
Details: 9 rows of crypts shown, 3 below grade; also 2 crypts at back of tomb, above grade. On top of these is a cross.
Size: 23.25” x 33”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite floor. Slate shelves between crypts. Marble top on two back crypts. Art glass on back wall set into bronze frame.” Bronze haners for ceiling panels.” Roof is made from a single solid piece of stone.
Condition: Several 1” tears on right side.
Details: 9 rows of crypts on either side of tomb, 3 of them below grade. In center of back wall is a round art glass above a cross with the words “holy holy holy” on its base.
Size: 23.75” x 34.5”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Roof is one solid piece of stone.
Condition: Two 2” tears on right, bottom right corner folded, four 1” tears on bottom, many 1” tears on left, small holes from clips on top.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Single ionic column at front.
Size: 23.75” x 29.5”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Condition: Bottom left corner folded, many small tears on left and top, small holes on top from clips, 2” tear on right and a few smaller ones.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Ionic column at both front corners. Double front door set into ornate archway with leaf designs and Christ set into tympanum. Names “Rinelli & Guardino” below door, with a cross instead of ampersand. Above the door is a large circular window? Female angel seated on roof.
Size: 23.75” x 28.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Condition: Several tears on right side, small holes on top from clips.
Details: Design of two decorative bronze grilles in back wall shown. In center: arched design; above that: circular design.
Size: 23.5” x 29”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze grilles.
Condition: 3” and several small tears on right, bottom left corner folded.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Square mausoleum with peaked roof. Space for four rows and four columns of catacombs.
Size: 21.25” x 19.25”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete foundation. Bronze hanger in ceiling.
Notes/Markings: Embossed stamp for The New England Granite Works, Western RI.
Condition: Tears on right, small holes on top from clips.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Square mausoleum with peaked roof. Space for four rows and four columns of catacombs.
Size: 21.25” x 19.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete foundation. Bronze hanger in ceiling.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips. Folded bottom right corner.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Peaked roof. Mausoleum constructed of large stones.
Size: 19.75” x 20.75”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed “approved” and dated in pencil.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details:16 catacombs in the back of mausoleum. Two columns on either side of front doors. Window near the front on either side of mausoleum.
Size:19” x 25.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: Signed “approved” and dated in pencil.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: 16 catacombs in the back of mausoleum. Two columns on either side of front doors. Window near the front on either side of mausoleum. “Floor in 3 pieces. Ceiling in 4 pieces as per dotted lines.”
Size: 19” x 25.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze doors.
Notes/Markings: Embossed stamp for The New England Granite Works, Western RI.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips. Tiny tears on top.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Corinthian column at front. Four rows of catacombs in back.
Size: 20.75” x 27.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze hanger in ceiling. Concrete foundation. “Brick wall under each partition.”
Notes/Markings: Signed “approved” and dated in pencil. 8” specified in red pencil for brick wall.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Corinthian column at front. Four rows of catacombs in back.
Size: 20.75” x 27.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze hanger in ceiling. Concrete foundation. “Brick wall under each partition.”
Notes/Markings: Embossed stamp for The New England Granite Works, Western RI.
Condition: Small holes on right from clips. Two 2” tears on bottom.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Corinthian column in front.
Size: 27.5” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed “approved” and dated in pencil.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips. Small tears on right. Bottom right corner folded.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Written in center of plan: “Specification. The foundation walls shall be built of good local foundation stone, laid in best quality cement mortar, made in proportion of one part Portland cement to two parts clean sharp sand; to be well bonded, and all joints to be well filled. The outside of walls to receive a heavy coat of cement mortar. All to be put in according to the rules and regulations of the Cemetery Authorities.”
Size: 21.75” x 28”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone, mortar, cement, concrete.
Notes/Markings: Embossed stamp for The New England Granite Works, Western RI. Written in black ink: “Added sizes in black ink are correct” – signed.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips. Crumpling on all edges. Folding on bottom right corner.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “Ehlers” in raised letters above double doors. Doors have barred windows with wreaths in the center. Two Corinthian columns on either side of door. Steps leading up to entrance, “housed into buttresses.” Peaked roof.
Size: 20.5” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: Embossed stamp for The New England Granite Works, Western RI. Signed “approved” and dated in pencil.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips. Several tears on bottom and left sides.
Design/Style: Neoclassical.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Circular lot with rectangular tomb in center.
Size: 10.25” x 10.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Blueprint has been folded.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Squat tomb with slightly peaked roof. Window in center of rear wall.
Size: 17.5” x 24.25”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: Dated (3/15) and signed by WG Grassau in red pencil.
Condition: Tiny tears near upper right corner. Small holes from clips on top.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Six rows of catacombs, two below ground.
Size: 24.25” x 17.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: “Cast bronze rosettes, for handles.”
Notes/Markings: Dated (3/15) and signed by WG Grassau in red pencil.
Condition: Tiny tears near upper right and bottom left corners. Small holes from clips on top.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Four rows of catacombs shown above ground, one column on either side of tomb. Between those, “2 granite pedestals, polished.” Window in center. Another two catacombs shown below center of floor. Slightly peaked roof.
Size: 24.25” x 17.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite pedestals. Marble floor. Slate slab.
Notes/Markings: Dated (3/15) and signed by WG Grassau in red pencil. Marble floor and slate slab written in red pencil.
Condition: Bottom left corner folded. Small tears on bottom side, and a 2” one.
Details: Six rows of catacombs, two below ground.
Size: 24.25” x 17.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: “Cast bronze ventilators.”
Notes/Markings: Dated (3/15 ) and signed by WG Grassau in red pencil.
Condition: Tiny tears near bottom right corner. Bottom and upper left corners gone. Small holes from clips on top.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: “Street” in “raised and polished” letters above door. Scroll design on either side of door. Slightly peaked roof.
Size: 24.25” x 17.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: Dated (3/15) and signed by WG Grassau in red pencil.
Condition: Bottom right and upper left corners folded. Several long tears on bottom. Small holes on top from clips.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: 6” concrete bottom, top of this floor to be 3-10 ½ below grade line.
Size: 24.25” x 17.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: Dated (3/15) and signed by WG Grassau in red pencil.
Condition: Small tears on all sides. 6” tear on bottom and small piece missing. Small holes from clips on top.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Size: 24.25” x 17.75”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: Dated (3/15) and signed by WG Grassau in red pencil.
Condition: Many small tears near upper left corner, and tiny ones along right side near bottom. Small holes from clips on top.
Details: Type-written instructions detailing how the mausoleum is to be erected. The document includes materials to be used, measurements, instructions for waterproofing, alterations, specifics for doors and windows, how stones and materials are to be set. Each page is signed and approved and specifies where materials are to be selected from.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on thin paper, with a purple and red ink. The cover letter is typed in black and red ink on thick paper (on company letterhead).
Materials Noted: Concrete, stone, granite, cement, marble, glass, bronze and slate
Notes/Markings: Page 1 of the document has handwritten additions that state, “drawings, details, specifications section.” This is initialed.
Condition: very good, paper has yellowed over time; one clip at the top of the document on the left-hand side is missing.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: front view and entrance to mausoleum. Steps lead up to the main doors with family name “MICHEL,” directly above on the lintel. There are two Greek style vases on each side of the entrance. The roof has a peaked top below four gables with a four-course dome above it. The top of the dome culminates with a sculptured ornament. Measurements include 8’7” width for the steps.
Size: 18.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Handwritten signature of approval on bottom right of plan. #7472 printed on the bottom right of plan
Condition: very good. Puncture holes along left side of plan, some staple holes also along left side of plan.
Details: One of the crypt covers, right side cover, had a bronze wreath near the top. The plans show the end view, side view (7’-8 ½’) and top view (3-6 width x 2 and length of crypts 7’4”). The right side plan notes the floor line and floor slabs below it, with the material slate marked.
Size: 21” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, slate, mortar.
Notes/Markings: Left side of plan, right side crypt cover says, “inscription to be cut on this cover.” Top of plan says #9808. Right side plan notes, “to be mortarized and clamped at corners.”
Condition: Fold lines visible along the back of the plan; two hole on the top some visible creases and rips along the bottom of the plan. 5 stacked crypts cane be seen. Side view of 4 course dome and ornamental topper. Expansion bolts are between the top crypt and start of dome.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Side view of stairs leading up to entrance of mausoleum, noting solid foundation and bottom of steps underneath the steps themselves. Side of lintel visible and five rectangles are shown. The domed roof detail is visible with its four sections and ornamental top. The grade line is also shown.
Size: 18.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: blueprint; pencil on back of blueprint
Notes/Markings: “lettering here” marked on the bottom crypt. “total height 31-6” written along right side of plan. “#7474” printed along bottom right of plan. Back of blueprint has hand-drawn, rough outline of plan with notation for steps and measurements.
Condition: very good. Hole in top left of plan.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Side view of stairs leading up to entrance of mausoleum, noting solid foundation and bottom of steps underneath the steps themselves. Side of lintel visible and five rectangles are shown. The domed roof detail is visible with its four sections and ornamental top. The grade line is also shown.
Size: 21” x 23”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: “lettering here” marked on the bottom crypt. “total height 31-6” written along right side of plan. “#7474” printed along bottom right of plan. Back of blueprint has hand-drawn, rough outline of plan with notation for steps and measurements.
Condition: Very good. Three puncture holes along left side and staple holes also along the side and bottom left.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Aerial view of base of mausoleum with note of “solid foundation under steps” on the right-hand side of the view. The center of the mausoleum base notes, “Floor to be 1’ thick, 2’-3’ from top of base course to top of concrete (see longitudinal section).” Underneath it also states that the section is to be excavated and filled in with broken stone as per the specifications. The smaller, second blueprint underneath the main aerial view is a side view of the base of the mausoleum shown the depth and measurements of the foundation, all to be masonry.
Size: 21” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, stone, granite
Notes/Markings: Additional pencil marking to measurements in a large oval around the aerial view
Condition: holes in the left side of the blueprint, with frayed edges and the bottom right-hand corner is missing. Some of the notes have faded.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan is the same as the prior plan (E). For original blueprint notes see above.
Size: 21” x23.5”
Drawing Material: blueprint, orange pencil
Materials Noted: Concrete, stone, granite
Notes/Markings: this version of the foundation blueprint has orange measurements and broken lines throughout, on both the top and bottom plans. Most orange notes are on the top aerial view plan.
Condition: Left side of the blueprint has a small piece ripped away and there is a hole on the upper left side. The bottom right-hand corner is missing and the bottom is slightly frayed. There is a small tear on the left hand side of the plan, with it taped together on the back.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Aerial view of the layout of the mausoleum. Stairs lead up to the interior mausoleum. At the top of the stairs flanking each corner of the mausoleum, are vases measuring 2’-0 in diameter. The floor is laid out with red westerly granite. There are 5 catacombs on the left and right-hand side, with two crypts. Both crypts have Greek style wreaths at the top.
Size: 21” x 22.5”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Notes/Markings: the signed and approved is done in orange pencil.
Condition: Very good. Three puncture holes along the left-hand side of the blueprint, with small staple holes on the bottom left and side-left of the print.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Aerial view of the domed room and surrounding mausoleum area. The dome itself shows four larger circles and a small inner circle.
Size: 21” x 23”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed and approved in orange pencil.
Condition: Very good. 2 puncture holes along the left side of the blueprint with staple holes also running along the left side and corner of bottom left. The back of the blueprint shows some minor water damage and stains.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Side view of the outer wall of the mausoleum, showing the stairs. The roof has a peaked top with a four-course dome above it. The top of the dome culminates with a sculptured ornament. The side of the mausoleum has two Greek style vases on each side of the entrance. A small side view of the ornamental lintel above the entrance to the mausoleum is also seen.
Size: 21” x 23”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: the signature and approval are written in orange pencil.
Condition: The back of the blueprint shows some water damage. The left-hand side has three puncture holes in it and staple holes along the bottom left and left side.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This blueprint shows the back of the mausoleum. Two Greek style vases flank the back walls. There is a decorative piece in the center of the back wall. The back of the roof has a peaked top with a four-course dome above it. The top of the dome culminates with a sculptured ornament.
Size: 20.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: Approved signature and date are in orange pencil.
Condition: Very good. Three puncture holes run down the left-hand side of the blueprint, with smaller staple holes also along the bottom left and side left. There is some minor water damage along the back of the blueprint.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: lined breakdown of each section of the front of the mausoleum. Five equal squares flank both sides of the doorway. The lintel above the door is split into 7 sections and the roof and dome are split into section with the ornamental domed roof top also shown. The bottom of the plan notes the concrete thickness of 1’.
Size: 20.5” x 23”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: approved and signed written in orange pencil.
Condition: Very good. Three puncture holes along left side with staple holes also running along the left side.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Back view shows domed roof with ornamental top and concrete foundation of 1’ thick. The top center of the blueprint has a cherub above what looks to be a large rectangle. Vents are marked on the lower left of the drawing and slate “shelves” (hard to make out the exact word), written on the bottom left square.
Size: 21” x 23”
Drawing Material: blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate
Notes/Markings: signed and approved in orange pencil.
Condition: Very good. Three puncture holes run along the left-hand side and smaller staple holes also run along the bottom left side of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Back view shows domed roof with ornamental top and concrete foundation of 1’ thick. The top center of the blueprint has a cherub above what looks to be a large rectangle. Vents are marked on the lower left of the drawing and slate “shelves” (hard to make out the exact word), written on the bottom left square.
Drawing Material: blueprint
Notes/Markings: only difference from M is that the signed and approved is in black pen.
Condition: Very good. Three hole puncture marks along left-hand side and small staple hole on bottom left.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Drawing Material: blueprint
Details: This document lays out the general specifications and overview of the mausoleum. It includes details on how the work will be carried out and from where the workers and materials will be supplied. The contractor notes that all plans and drawings will be detailed with scale included. Dimensions listed for the building will be 12’ wide by 16’6” long and 14’3” high. Details of the excavation of the foundation are noted as well as all materials to be used. The specifications also note that the mausoleum will include columns, vases, carvings and a window – the window will be supplied by the mausoleum owner, Mr. Frederick Robinson.
Size: 8.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Typed document in black ink on thin tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, stone, marble, slate, bronze and brass.
Condition: very good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan details the layout of the mausoleum itself. The top of two large columns are visible at the bottom of the plan with four ones behind the two. The doorway is marked with drawn swing circumference of the doors noted. Wall thickness is to be 1’ for all. A granite floor is noted. The inner mausoleum has decorative walls in the corner drawn.
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite.
Condition: Very good. Small staple holes along the top of the blueprint.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Detail: Front of mausoleum is shown in great detail with four columns on the stairs leading up to the doorway and to the base of the roof. Two vases flank the entrance on the stairs. The entrance doors to the mausoleum are two rectangular decorative doors. The walls on each side of the doors have “”sunken letters” inscribed (the letters are not given). The base of the roof has the family name carved, “ROBINSON.” The carving in the tympanum has a circular “R” in the center. The blueprint notes that the “carving is to be raise in high relief and finely rendered.” The top of the roof is triangular.
Size: 16” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Only a few staple holes along the top of the blueprint.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This side elevation is a view of the side of the mausoleum. The left side of the plan shows the top step with a vase (top to bottom of vase measurements are: 2’4” in diameter) – below the vase and step the foundation is marked by rocks. One of the columns is visible and four vents are around the inner part of the mausoleum (each are 10” x 2”). The base of the roof is shown.
Size: 16” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Three small holes along the top of the print and below them two sets of staple holes.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan details the back of the mausoleum building. It shows the base and the back wall with the window in the center of the wall. The window dimensions are: 2’8” x 3’2¼”. There are two vents along the top of the wall which flank each side of the window. The height of the building is 14’3”.
Size: 16” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In the window it says, “sight side of window 2’7” x 3’1¼”
Condition: Very good. A few holes are along the top of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This sectional view details the mausoleum similarly to the side elevation plan but with greater detail. The foundation and top stair are detailed, along with the vase. The Roman-style column in front of the door to the inner mausoleum has an ornate top. The back wall notes a “square bronze frame, see fsd for construction.” The inner floor of the mausoleum notes, “blue veined Carrara Italian marble, highly polished with a putty finish.” A bronze ventilator with a supporting rod is shown on the roof of the inner mausoleum.
Size: 16” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, marble and bronze
Condition: Very good. Three small holes along the top of the plan, with two sets of staple holes below them.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan splits down the center of the inside and walls of the mausoleum. The left side is “looking toward window” and the right side is “looking toward door.” The left side has two catacomb tablets with round bronze sockets and rosettes. The outer wall shows a vent and the foundation section. The “sight size of window” is marked as 2’7” x 3’1¼.” The right side that looks towards the door notes the walls are all to be 1’ thick. The door is to be of “hammered granite.” The bronze ventilator and rod sits in the top center of the plan.
Size: 16” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Notes/Markings: Left side of plan has “A, B, C, D, E” written.
Condition: Very good. Top of plan has 3 holes along the top with staple holes below.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: What remains of this plan shows the foundation of the mausoleum. Rubble masonry is noted on the bottom part of the main drawing. The left side is a section of the foundation, with handwritten foundation notes and measurements included (these are dated in pencil: 4/9/11).
Size: at its widest & longest parts that remain it is 21.5” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rubble
Notes/Markings: A circular drawing is in pencil on the back of the plan.
Condition: the plan is partially destroyed. The bottom left is missing as is the bottom right side. A small portion of the bottom part of the plan remains. Fold marks are visible.
Details: Type-written instructions detailing how the mausoleum is to be erected. The document includes materials to be used, measurements, instructions for waterproofing, alterations, specifics for doors and windows. There are handwritten changes and additions which are signed and the document itself is signed and approved.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on thin paper, with handwritten changes in pen.
Materials Noted: Bronze, granite, marble, cement, hemp, mortar and sand.
Notes/Markings: Page 1 of the document has handwritten additions that state, “drawings, details, specifications section.” This is initialed.
Condition: very good, paper has yellowed over time; one clip at the top of the document on the left-hand side is missing.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Includes transverse section in upper left side of drawing.16'9” concrete bottom; longitudinal section center AA 25'5½”; Arch split into 3 with semi-circular middle, radius of 7:1 from bottom center of semi-circle.
Size: 15.5” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: concrete – made up of cement, sand and broken stone; asphaltum
Notes/Markings: Center notes the combination to be used for the concrete “approved by greenwood cem.” Transverse section notes an unexcavated portion. Left side of drawing notes “one coat of asphaltum 2’ below grade on main wall.” All measurements for each part of the foundation are written out.
Condition: Fold marks from square folding; some water damage across the blueprint
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: The only differences between the two foundation plans are an illegible note in the center of the semi-circle and pencil lines in the top half of the transverse section.
Size: 15.5” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: concrete – made up of cement, sand and broken stone; asphaltum
Notes/Markings: Center notes the combination to be used for the concrete “approved by greenwood cem.” Transverse section notes an unexcavated portion. Left side of drawing notes “one coat of asphaltum 2’0 below grade on main wall.” All measurements for each part of the foundation are written out.
Condition: Fold lines into a square; tape on back of blueprint over fold lines; staple holes along the bottom left and right corner. Minor tear on the top right.
Scale: 2” = 1’
Details: Wainscot marble with Greek-style urns (left side on a square mount, right side on a column) to showcase the center stained glass piece, “The Ascension of St. Germain.” Bronze buckles run through the ceiling slabs. The floor is made up of mosaic tile, cement and concrete. The bottom section of the plan is thick concrete walls. Ceiling slabs will be 2” when finished.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: marble, concrete, glass, mosaic tile, bronze.
Notes/Markings: right side of the drawing notes that the system of ventilation is shown on the blueprint by arrows. Top right of the roof has hand written measurement of <1’-0”.
Condition: Very good. Four holes along the top of the blueprint.
Details: two Roman-style columns are to the left of the drawing, with a vent system and bronze door to the left of the second column. The inner part of the drawing has a rectangular plaque reading, “Dedicated to The Sacred Memory of ALTHEA RUDD WARD.” The base of this part has two claw foot stands and in the center it reads “1875 – ALTHEA - RUDD – WARD -1905.” The right-hand side has one Greek-style urn atop a square base with a claw foot stand. To the left of the urn is a “stained glass plate set in a Bronze sash,” and within that is a “bronze grill.” Below ground is concrete.
Size: 26” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: concrete, bronze, mosaic tile, stained glass.
Notes/Markings: No. 5 in a circle on the bottom left of blueprint. Bottom left side has handwritten signature next to “approved by” stamp. Two vents at bottom of mausoleum are crossed-out by a pen marking. Above air outlet on top right of roof is a handwritten measurement of 1’:0.”
Condition: staple holes along right side of blueprint. Minor tears along top left.
Details: large No. 4 inside a circle on the bottom left of plan. The floor plan from the bottom up starts with a large semi-circle split into 3. The innermost part of the semi-circle has 4 circles that look like the top of columns, with the note, “line of architrave,” the beam that sits across the top of the columns. This left side also includes soffit paneling. The inner part of the plan details a bronze door with “Bronze frame constructed double to swing on pivots see specs.” The swing of the door is outlined. The left side of the main part of plan details space for three sarcophagi, with one “under window and one at each side.” Next to this is ½ of the floor plan with shaded areas. There is one more sarcophagus at the top of the plan with a bronze sash built in to accommodate “art and plate glass.” “Flooring marble border with marble mosaic fields.” Details of the design are ornate. Decorative moldings are shown. There are two bronze ornamental flowers to ceiling hanger.
Size: 18” x 26”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: right side of plan, “Interior ventilated thro space allowed for between ceiling slabs and cornice.” The top left of the plan notes, “End of beam to have bearing on granite wall.
Condition: Excellent. Five holes along the top of the blueprint.
Details: No. 3 in a thick circle on the bottom left of the plan. Apertures for ventilation are marked by an A in a circle along the top of the rear elevation, with bronze guards over them. There are also two apertures with bronze guards at the bottom of the plan – one on the left and one on the right. Center of plan has decorative oval with wheel-like spokes coming out of center. Measurements of the height of rear elevation is 17’.
Size: 26” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: Approved and by notes on bottom left of plan.
Condition: excellent, with a few holes on the right-hand side of the plan.
Details: No. 2 in a thick circle on the bottom left of the plan. Apertures for ventilation and light are marked along the bottom and top of the side view. Center of plan has decorative oval with wheel-like spokes coming out of center. The top left of the roof, shows the end of the name, “RUDD – WARD.” Below this are two Roman-style columns with a width of 10 ½” between them. There are three steps leading up to the columns with the columns themselves on the third step.
Size: 26” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Approved and by notes on bottom left of plan.
Condition: Very good. Some tears along the top left-hand side of the plan with a small piece missing from the corner (does not affect blueprint diagram itself). Staple marks along right side.
Scale: 7” = 1’
Details: No. 1 in a thick circle on the bottom left of the plan. Three steps lead up to the front doors with insert designs in stained glass. Two Roman-style columns on each side flank the doors. Above the doors is a decorative rectangle with a rectangle above that with the words, “IN MEMORIAM” written. Above this, below the roof is the name of the interred, “ALTHEA RUDD WARD.” To the right of the main plan is a smaller plan detailing the “doorway at the rear of OWMN.” (last part unclear). Measurement of the height of stairs and base are 16’9.”
Size: 26” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Approved; notes on bottom left of plan.
Condition: Very good. Small tear in bottom the middle and staple marks of the right side of the plan.
Details: All the general conditions of the workmanship, contractors, designs and materials to be used are noted in this document. Each area of the mausoleum and mausoleum piece is described in a separate section of this document.
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Material: Document - typed legal size paper.
Materials Noted: granite, stone, glass, marble, slate, and bronze.
Notes/Markings: The cover page has a handwritten note on the top left corner; it is two words –one word is “for” and the other word is unclear. Page 4 has the mausoleum family name written in pencil under the heading name, and in pencil, “door lintel” is in place of the crossed out words, “front of frieze.” The document is signed by the architect and Mrs. Ellen Harrison. The back of the document has “Garrison copy for FBM” in green pencil.
Condition: Good. The document is creased and folded. Some of the typing is blurred, making it a little hard to read, but nothing is unreadable.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This view of the front of the mausoleum entrance outlines the details on the front door, the columns and the gables roof. Three steps are shown leading up to the doorway. There are two Ionic columns on either side of the double doors. The detailed doors each have rectangles with vertical bronze rods which meet with a circle, and above that is a pattern of triangles inside a square. Above the doors on the lintel is the family mausoleum name engraved in raised axed letters. The gabled roof is made up of three slabs put together.
Size: 15” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is only very minor wear and tear along the edges of the blueprint.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This layout is a basic plan of the foundation of the mausoleum. The plan notes that the foundation is to be 5ft deep. The whole plot is noted with the entrance way and inner part of the mausoleum shown.
Size: 17.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good, with small staple holes along the right side of the plan.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: The bottom part of this plan shows the foundation and 10 shown posts that go above ground to seemingly surround the mausoleum plot. The brick foundation wall has a 3 foot elevation noted. The main plan is a large circle that outlines the entire mausoleum plot. There is a marked entrance way.
Size: 18” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: On the smaller diagram, the post that is shown underground has a note next to it that reads: “rough off square.” Inside the main diagram are detailed notes for the posts, drainage, steps, and rails.
Condition: Very good. The left side of the plan has some tears in it and there is very minor wear and tear along the bottom of the blueprint.
Details: The bottom plan is the most detailed and has the below-ground foundation shown with two posts that are above ground on either side with a space in the middle. To the right side of the post that has the family name written on it is a rail leading to a small post. The top plan is fairly light and looks to be an aerial view of the top of the posts.
Size: 25.5” x 16.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good; just very light to read. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This plan looks to be a ground plan of the inner mausoleum. A lot of the figures and notes at the top of the plan have been smudged.
Size: 14.5” x 24”
Drawing Material: Brown tracing paper with pencil drawings and notes.
Notes/Markings: The entire drawing is covered in notes and markings.
Condition: Good. The plan itself is clear, but the left side of the document is torn and very frayed. The top of the plan has smudged notes, but they are still readable.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the outline of the mausoleum from an aerial view. Two steps are noted with two column tops on either side of the doorway. Through the doorway is a foyer which opens up into the main mausoleum, which is split into three rectangles. The back wall has a smaller space for a window.
Size: 15.2” x 20.4”
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the left side of the plan and very minor tears visible along the bottom of the plan.
Details: This view outlines the foundation depth with earth filling. The brickwork forming the building and gabled roof is also marked out.
Size: 15.3” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good, with staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: There is one Ionic column shown from the top step to the base of the roof. The side wall is shown delineated by slabs for its construction. An air vent is noted at the top of the mausoleum. The base of the roof is also shown.
Size: 15.4” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the left side.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The back of the mausoleum is shown with slabs of concrete and a window in the middle-center of the back. The window has a bronze grille and ornate decoration above the bars. The back of the gabled roof is shown.
Size: 12.7” x 20.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. A small tear can be seen along the bottom of the plan and small staple holes are along the left side of the plan.
Details: This sectional view shows 4 catacombs with the third one down having a note written in it that reads, “_____________ Garrison January 3, 1833 - July 8, 1902.” The catacombs have ornate handles on each end. In front of the catacombs are the entrance way and one Ionic column is noted. The sectional view of the roof is also shown. Earth filling is noted in the foundation area.
Size: 15.3” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good, with minor wear and tear along the edges of the blueprint and small staple holes visible.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This view is the front of the mausoleum itself. There are four Doric-style columns visible, two on either side of the door that leads to the inside of the mausoleum itself. The two front doors are decorated with a panel on each door that is divided into ornamental squares. There are round handles on the doors. The roof is gabled, made up of three large slabs. There are two steps that lead up to the entrance way.
Size: 14.5” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Above the front door is a note discussing the lettering. There is a thick “S” and a note that reads, “8 letters raised.”
Condition: Very good. There is a visible tear along the bottom of the blueprint that leads up into the drawing itself. However, the plan is still very clear and readable. There is visible wear and tear along the edges of the plan, with staple holes along the top.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This blueprint lays out the entire mausoleum plan, giving an aerial view. There are four column tops visible on either side of the doorway to the inner mausoleum. The inner mausoleum is divided into three rectangles with a thick outer wall for the building. Areas of the plan are shaded in different styles to indicate different materials used (see below).
Size: 14.2” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: concrete, granite, marble, slate, and brick (all indicated in a key at the bottom left of the plan).
Notes/Markings: The back of the plan has a hand-drawn (in pencil) rough outline of the plan.
Condition: Very good. There is some wear and tear around the edges with staple holes along the top.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The concrete foundation is the main focus of this plan with three equal-sized rectangles in the middle of the plan.
Size: 14.2” x 16.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are small staple holes along the top of the plan and tape on the back of the plan on the lower right side.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This sectional view outlines one of the Doric-style columns at the entrance to the mausoleum on a base above the steps. The doorway has glass shutters marked out. Through the entrance from this angle can be seen 4 equal-sized rectangles with bronze rosettes on each end. A back window is also outlined as are the roof blocks.
Size: 16.5” x 15”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass and bronze.
Notes/Markings: The slab atop the column has a written note that says, “Back of Granite Fine Cut.”
Condition: Very good. The left side of the plan has holes along the edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This section shows half a view looking towards the rear and the second half notes the view towards the front. The roof is outlined with three slabs making a gabled roof. The glass shutter of the door is shown, as is a bronze rod at the peak of the inner roof slab and the top of the mausoleum.
Size: 14.5” x 16.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite and glass
Notes/Markings: On the half looking towards the front is written, “Back of Granite to be Filled Out.”
Condition: Very good. Small staple holes are along the top left and right sides of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The rear part of the mausoleum is made up of large concrete slabs from the base to the top of the gabled roof. In the center of the back wall is a decorative window. Its decorative design is two rectangles with a crisscross design inside of them.
Size: 14.5” x 16.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Staple holes are visible along the top of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Monument with details of back elevation, front elevation, and side elevation. Bottom center detail says “plant.” Top of back elevation shows detailed crosses in squares for the gate with a cross at the top. Center detail shows the cross’ base with the right two plans detailing the base of the cross and the monument’s base and stand.
Size: 35” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Front elevation plan states “ground line,” as does the back elevation plan.
Condition: Top left and bottom right corners are missing; some tears and fraying around the edges.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This blueprint contains three drawings. The top plan is a transverse section; the lower plan is a longitudinal section; and the lower right plan is a foundation plan. Each plan shows the ground line.
Drawing Material: Blueprint; some pencil
Notes/Markings: The top right of the plan has pencil notations of measurements; the bottom right has a date and signature.
Condition: Very good. Minimal fraying around edges.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Underground vaults with three plans. The top plan is a general foundation plan; the middle plan is a longitudinal section; and the bottom plan is a transverse section. These last two plans have detailed arches with flowers and columns designed inside.
Size: 18” x 36”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, copper, stone, slate, marble, cement
Notes/Markings: The right side of the longitudinal section shows a half-round vault center line. The inner arch marks 3” in foundation. The top and left side of the plan note materials used. The transverse section contains notes in the top of the arch detailing materials. The center column of the arch notes it is the center.
Condition: Tears and fraying along the bottom; top left and bottom right are torn.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: General foundation plan of the monument; a transverse section is also provided. 1’ thick wall between inner and outer walls.
Size: 16.5” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Plan has been folded in half
Condition: Hole in top right corner
Size: 20.5” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite posts, brass tubes, and granite stoop.
Notes/Markings: Measurements of granite post: 10” x 10”; diameter of brass tube: 2 ¼”
Condition: There is a piece missing from the bottom of the paper and on the left side; a staple hole is in the bottom right of the blueprint.
Details: This plan notes the entrance to the mausoleum split into three large rectangles with a polished granite floor. There is a shaded wall area noted around this end of the plan.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In pen is written “rings and sockets” with two circles on either side drawn pointing to the note. The left rectangular-shaped side has an unreadable note in pencil. Measurements of the first rectangle are 2’8” (w) x 7’6” (h); the middle is: at first, 3’6” (w) then 3’4” (w), then it is 11’4” (w) x 7’6” (h). The third rectangle at the right of the plan shares the same measurements as the first rectangle.
Condition: The top of the plan has been ripped away and there are tears along the rest of the top of the plan. The bottom of the plan has a visible tear line (which is taped up on the back) and the sides of the plan show some wear and tear.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This blueprint is split into 3 plans. At the top left is the foundation plan for the mausoleum. The entrance and the main space of the mausoleum are noted. Longitudinal Section: the top left of this plan is missing. However, this length-wise view is split into three parts with a fourth center wall being slightly shaded. An outer wall on the left side is also somewhat shaded. Transverse Section: this cross-sectional view shows two main areas with outer walls.
Size: 29.5” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Damaged. The left-side center is ripped away with large tear lines running downwards through the plan. There are rips and tear lines across the top of the blueprint.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This blueprint is split into 3 plans. At the top left is the foundation plan for the mausoleum. The entrance and the main space of the mausoleum are noted. Longitudinal Section: the top left of this plan is missing. However, this length-wise view is split into three parts with a fourth center wall being slightly shaded. An outer wall on the left side is also somewhat shaded. Transverse Section: this cross-sectional view shows two main areas with outer walls.
Size: 29.5” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. No missing pieces, however, there are deep tear lines throughout and the left side of the plan is faded and torn. There seem to be 3 rust circle marks on the bottom right of the plan.
Scale: 1”= 1’
Details: The plan shows the front and entrance to the mausoleum. From the bottom up: the grade line is shown at the front of the plan with stairs leading up to the doorway to the mausoleum. On the walls on the left and right sides of the entrance way are vents on the bottom of the wall. The doorway itself is square with decorative corners; below each corner is a date. On the left side the date is 1842 and on the right side the date is 1925. The top center of the entrance-way has the family plot name written in block letters: “VAN WAGENEN CARD.” The roof is double layered with the top layer not quite as wide as the lower level. Halfway up the front elevation on both sides of the plan is the rear grade line.
Size: 25.8” x 20.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: On the center right of the plan is the approval date and signature.
Condition: Very good; slightly faded but still readable. There are three holes along the left side of the plan. The top has some tear lines.
Details: This view shows the side of the mausoleum both above ground and below the grade line – which is drawn in also. Above the grade line shows the walls leading up the lower vents. Below the grade line and under the mausoleum, a wall is shown by broken lines leading to the right side of the print.
Size: 26” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Bottom right of the plan has a pen line drawn on it with the word “tenor” written on it. Approval initials are also in the center of the plan.
Condition: Very good. Three holes along the left side. There is a tear on the upper right corner with folds on the bottom right and upper left corners.
Details: This view details 8 catacombs, 4 on each side of the mausoleum. The entrance and side walls are noted. The dimensions of each are the same. The bottom two have a width of 2’8” written in them.
Size: 26” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Many of the measurements have been crossed out and written over with new ones in red ink. The same red ink was used to change dimensions and sizes of the lower parts of the walls on this blueprint.
Condition: Very good. There is fading along the top of the blueprint with two holes at the top left of the plan.
Size: 26” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: This is a larger version of the section contained in items B and C. There are some red ink notations and cross-outs on the lower portion of the blueprint. The only readable marking is in the lower-center of the plan - the stair outline - which says: “1 ½”
Condition: Very good. Some minor fraying around the edges of the plan, with two holes along the top left side of the plan.
Details: This view outlines the back of the mausoleum. It shows the wall wider at the base and thinner at the top. There is a line going through the first wall part of the thinner part of the rear wall.
Size: 26.5” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In the center of the blueprint is a faint “OK” with a signature.
Condition: Very good. There are two holes along the top left of the plan. There are also some minor tears along the top. The back of the plan is browned from age.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Includes Plan, Longitudinal Section, and Elevation of Vault Front. Signed by “H.R. 1925”. The Plan lays out the entire lot. From the bottom up: The gutter line is marked out. The lot is laid out with the gate noted and two squares for the width of the gate. Above the gate comes the mausoleum itself, with the stairs up to the doorway and monument next, the rectangular floor comes next with the words, “BODY ON FLOOR” written. Behind this are five rectangles of equal size. The middle plan is a side view and notes the gutter, grade and ground lines. It also marks out, on the left side, the base of the monument. The third plan shows the location of each tomb, with room for 13 caskets. The width of the archway is 10’1.”
Size: 22” x 28”
Drawing Materials: Black ink on drafting linen
Notes/Markings: At the lower left corner, in pencil is the note “65-194-33365”
Condition: Stained and wrinkled along the edges, particularly along the right side. Relatively good condition due to drawing material.
Scale: 1” = 4’ (blueprint); 3/32” = 1’ (smaller copy)
Details: The primary Front Plan shows the entire circular lots with Bayview Avenue on the right. The vaults themselves, beginning clockwise from the left, are laid out as follows: Margaret Mills Shepard 11-28-91; NC Shepard, 7-19-51; Clarabel Treat, 12-9-86; Mary II. Condit Shepard 1936; F.M. Shepard 3rd, 1-25-11; F.M. Shepard Jr., 9-17-19; Eleanor Boote, 3-13-97; Dickinson Shepard, 1941; T.R. Shepard, 12-13-66; empty vault; Alfred Boote, 3-10-02; Clara Margaret Boote, 1948; empty vault; G.H. McBride, 7-1-52; empty vault; empty vault; empty vault; Joseph Minott Shepard, 11-10-95; Annie Rockwell Shepard, 9-12-21; E.M. Shepard, 3-2-59; Rebecca C. Rockwell, 11-16-98; E. J. Oberlander, 11-16-98; empty lot; empty lot; empty lot; empty lot; empty lot; empty lot. In the center of this vault are 6 more vaults; from the left: Max F. Hein; Annie E. Hein; Florence G. Shepard; W.A. Shepard; F.M. Shepard; A.C. Shepard. There are 12 more empty coffins in the center of the vault. There is a shaded square in the center of the vault. The stapled diagrams (3 of them) at the top of this blueprint are duplicates of each other and smaller scale copies of the larger blueprint, only without names and numbers marked in the graves. The top of this print states that is was drawn by “LP” on 8/1/1968. Below notes, “dotted lines indicate probably unused graves.” Underneath the diagram are the typewritten words “FUTURE CAPACITY.” It then states: “Graves 2, 7, 9, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 & 35 will admit of one more interment each.” The next line marks “Graves 1, 3, 11 & 13 will admit of two more interments each.” The third line states, “Graves 12, 14, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 36, 37, 38, 39 & 40 will admit of three interments each.” The last line states, “Graves 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 19, 21, 41, 33 & 34 will not admit of any more interments”. The bottom left of this page says “Total 71.”
Size: 23.5” x 20” (large blueprint); 6” x 10” (smaller one)
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The larger blueprint notes on the bottom right, “NOTE: PLAN SHOWS APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF GRAVES ACCORDING TO SURFACE CONDITIONS ETC. DOTTED LINES INDICATE PROBABLE SPACES.”
Condition: Excellent
Details: Very similar to “A” above. The only difference here is that there are fewer names on the graves, indicating that this was an earlier version of the larger blueprint. However, the date remains the same on both drawings. Everything else is the same, including the note on the bottom right of the plan, which reads, “NOTE: PLAN SHOWS APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF GRAVES ACCORDING TO SURFACE CONDITIONS ETC. DOTTED LINES INDICATE PROBABLE SPACES.”
Size: 23.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Only a minor fold along the top left of the plan.
Scale: 1”= 1’
Details: This plan gives a detailed outline of the front of the mausoleum and its front doors. There are two ornately decorated doors. The doors have two rectangular panels on each side with handles between them. Above the doorway is a decorative archway with a carved leaf design on the inside. The two thick walls either side of the doors have what looks like three outlines of columns above thicker concrete or stone walls. Above the columns are decorative Roman-style column tops. The roof is a triangular shape with a sculptured cross with an ornate base.
Size: 17.5” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: There is an illegible signature and very faded date on the bottom left of the blueprint.
Condition: Very good. There is some wear and tear around the edges of the blueprint. There are three staple holes along the top of the plan and minor tears on the top and bottom of the plan.
Details: This view shows the sidewall and inset side window of the mausoleum. There is also a view of a partial column. The window has decorative bars in the design. The walls above the window and column area are different -- a smooth surface as opposed to the rougher look of the lower wall. The side view on the roof of the cross is visible.
Size: 18” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Hard to see, but clearer than the Front Elevation in this series, is a signature and date on the bottom left of the plan.
Condition: Very good. A fold line is visible on the bottom right corner of the plan with some wear and tear around the edges of the paper, not affecting the plan itself.
Details: This view marks out four rectangular sections, equal in size, which each have two handles on either end of the rectangle. The triangular roof and cross are outlined. There is a small circle inside the space between the top rectangle and the roof. A mosaic floor is also noted on the bottom of the plan, just above the concrete floor.
Size: 18” x 21.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: There are pencil “X’s” along the left side of the plan and the bottom has pencil measurements reading 1’9” on the left and right side of the plan.
Condition: Very good. There are staple holes along the top of the plan. The right bottom of the plan is frayed.
Details: This is the overview of the layout of the mausoleum. Measurements for each part of layout are noted. The outer square measurements are 11’4” x 12’9”. The inside square dimensions all relate to the various parts of the plan.
Size: 18” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Pencil outlines at the bottom of the plan extend the plan outwards with two column-like squares noted. Signature and date are also visible on the bottom of the plan.
Condition: Very good. Design is clear. There is some wear and tear along the bottom left corner. Also wear and tear is visible along the right side of the plan.
Details: This view notes the back wall leading up to the area below the peaked roof. There is a clear delineation between the two areas as the materials used are clearly different. The space below the roof has a decorative circle in the center. This circle has a flower design in the center of it. The peaked roof has a joining piece at the top where the cross sits on a base attached to the roof.
Size: 18” x 22”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The date and signature are seen on the bottom left of the plan.
Condition: Very good. The plan is faded more so than the others, but the drawing is clear.
Details: What remains of the plan is very clear; however, the bottom right and center are missing -- they have been ripped away. The left side of the plan is fully intact. It shows the entrance from the side view with a partial column visible - the side view shows a decorative column. There is a window in the center of the plan that has a small design of squares on the interior. The side view of the cross is also visible on the top of the plan.
Size: 18” (where not ripped) x 22” (where not ripped)
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Okay. As noted above, the bottom center and right are ripped off, missing those parts of the blueprint. The top left corner is also missing. The rest of the edges only have minor fraying. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan is barely legible due to how very faded it is. However, there are two separate blueprints on this page. The larger one, to the right, shows the back and front of the vault. There is no detail beyond two squares inside of each other, with the larger square measuring 11’4” x 12’9”. The second, smaller plan to the left of the page notes “section” along the left, but does not elaborate as to which section.
Size: 19” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Okay. The paper is extremely faded making it hard to read. There is a round staple hole along the right upper side of the plan. Many fold lines are visible.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: There are steps leading to the doorway with two colonial columns flanking each side of the doors. Above the doorway is the family name in thick capital letters - above is a note that the letters are 6” and raised ⅝”. The roof has a long rectangular part with a triangular space and peaked roof at the top.
Size: 20” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Good. The blueprint is faded and there are visible tears in the paper going through the drawing. Visible wear and tear along the edges of the paper. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: There are steps leading to the doorway with two colonial columns flanking each side of the doors. Above the doorway is the family name in thick capital letters - above is a note that the letters are 6” and raised ⅝”. The roof has a long rectangular part with a triangular space and peaked roof at the top.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. Visible tears around the blueprint and running through the drawing itself. The bottom left side of the plan is very faded, when compared to the rest of the plan.
Details: This plan is very detailed with notes included as part of the blueprint throughout the plan. The mausoleum has a concrete bed and brick foundation. A granite floor is next with slate to the left and right of the floor. Marble wainscoting is noted around the edges of the main floor. A stained glass window is marked out with “Pattern to be Selected” also written. To the left and right of the floor are 4 equal-sized vaults. Behind these is a 1” thick wall. Air vents are at the top of the mausoleum, below the roof.
Size: 16.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, granite, concrete, marble, glass, and slate.
Notes/Markings: Two pencil marks outline an already included part of the blueprint on the top of the blueprint - the roof.
Condition: Very good. The paper is faded, but that does not affect the plan. There are minor tear lines visible along the top and small staple holes also visible along the top.
Details: This plan is very detailed with notes included as part of the blueprint throughout the plan. The mausoleum has a concrete bed and brick foundation. A granite floor is next with slate to the left and right of the floor. Marble wainscoting is noted around the edges of the main floor. A stained glass window is marked out with “Pattern to be Selected” also written. To the left and right of the floor are 4 equal-sized vaults. Behind these is a 1” thick wall. Air vents are at the top of the mausoleum, below the roof.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Paper is faded, but it does not affect the blueprint at all.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This side view shows the view of the sidewall base of the mausoleum and one of the colonial-style columns that is visible from the side view. Two vents are visible along the bottom and two along the top of the plan. The side view of the flat part of the roof is visible on the plan.
Size: 20.5” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The plan itself is clear. The blueprint paper has many visible tears and rips around all the edges. There are staple holes along the top of the plan.
Details: This side view shows the view of the sidewall base of the mausoleum and one of the colonial-style columns that is visible from the side view. Two vents are visible along the bottom and two along the top of the plan. The side view of the flat part of the roof is visible on the plan.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The plan itself is visible. The paper has visible tearing and rips.
Details: The back of the plan notes the raised main mausoleum by stairs. The back wall is made out of cement slabs with a window that has a brass grill in it. The back of the roof is also noted with three pieces making up the triangular top.
Size: 18” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: Along the bottom of the plan, on the top step, is a small line that has been drawn in after the blueprint was made.
Condition: Very good. The blueprint looks as though it has been cut off along the right side from a second half of the plan as the scale is not visible but the words “scale” are. There are rips in the bottom corners of the plan.
Details: The back of the plan notes the raised main mausoleum by stairs. The back wall is made out of cement slabs with a window that has a brass grill in it. The back of the roof is also noted with three pieces making up the triangular top.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Excellent. Better condition than the above duplicate.
Scale: 1”= 1’
Details: From this view the entire side of the mausoleum and entrance way is laid out. From the left side: the very first step is noted as a platform; the colonial-style column sits on the top step of the entrance way. The column reaches from the top step to the base of the roof. The doorway is marked out as opening at 6’9”. The doorway also rests from the bottom of the top step to the base of the roof. The inside of the mausoleum notes 4 rectangular crypts, each with two bronze rosettes on each end of them. The back wall has a window in the center made with stained glass in the window and a bronze grille. The foundation of the mausoleum sits on a concrete bed.
Size: 20” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, glass, concrete
Notes/Markings: A bronze ceiling hanger is noted at the top of the plan, with a marble ceiling also noted on the top of the plan.
Condition: Very good. There is noticeable wear and tear around the edges, with small tears along the sides and bottom of plan, but the actual diagram itself is very clear and not affected by the wear and tear.
Details: From this view the entire side of the mausoleum and entrance way is laid out. From the left side: the very first step is noted as a platform; the colonial-style column sits on the top step of the entrance way. The column reaches from the top step to the base of the roof. The doorway is marked out as opening at 6’9”. The doorway also rests from the bottom of the top step to the base of the roof. The inside of the mausoleum notes 4 rectangular crypts, each with two bronze rosettes on each end of them. The back wall has a window in the center made with stained glass in the window and a bronze grille. The foundation of the mausoleum sits on a concrete bed.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The corners of the blueprint have suffered some wear and tear with the top left corner missing - not affecting the drawing at all.
Details: From the bottom (front of mausoleum) up through to the top (back of mausoleum) of the plan, there are two columns on each side of the entrance way. The columns are noted as 1’6” each in diameter. From the doorway, the inside of the mausoleum is made of marble and granite with large rectangular spaces on either side of the mausoleum. The back wall has a stained glass window with a bronze grille. The rest of the plan is the outline of the walls of the mausoleum.
Size: 17.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, granite, and glass.
Condition: Very good. There is noticeable wear and tear around the edges of the plan but it is minor. There are holes along the top of the plan and rip lines visible.
Details: From the top left, going clockwise: The top foundation plan lays out the grade line and steps upwards. The plan next to it shows a side view of this. The largest of the plans, on the bottom, shows top rock going in an outward curled shape.
Size: 15.4” x 8.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rock
Condition: Very good. Some staple holes and small holes along the top of the plan. The blueprint is slightly faded, but very readable.
Details: From the top left, going clockwise: The top foundation plan lays out the grade line and steps upwards. The plan next to it shows a side view of this. The largest of the plans, on the bottom, shows top rock going in an outward curled shape.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Some staple holes and small holes along the top of the plan. The blueprint is slightly faded, but very readable.
Details: This outlines the layout and foundation of the mausoleum itself, from the entrance to the thick walls of the mausoleum. There are three large rectangles drawn in. The center one is the largest with the outer two having the same height and width until the front half of the rectangle.
Size: 16.5” x 24.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Concrete is written in pencil twice on the inside of the plan between the rectangles.
Condition: Very good. Some wear and tear around the edges. The bottom right has a fold and some staining, as with all the corners, but this does not impact the blueprint itself.
Details: Front Elevation: This very detailed view outlines the front of the mausoleum. There are two decorative doors; each door has three types of decoration on it: the bottom has two squares with decorative circles inside of it, above are bars, and then above that are decorative panels. The top part of the entrance way has space for blocked letters of the plot name. Here is only written “NAME.” The roof is made up of 3 separate parts that meet to form a peak. The sides of the mausoleum each have a column with a striped column top. The sides are made of concrete. Side Elevation: Here visible is the side wall broken down into slabs and the side view of the roof pieces (not the peaked top). The grade line is also noted. Transverse Section: The center of this view has a depiction kneeling at the foot of a cross while holding a flower. It is not stated whether or not this is a stained glass window or carving. However, underneath the depiction are the words “FINE HAMMERED.” The top of this section notes two vents on either side of the roof. On either side of the center carving/window are three equal blocks and then the outer walls of the mausoleum. Rear Elevation: Here we see a window with an ornamental grating; surrounding this window are the back walls and the back of the roof of the mausoleum. Side Elevation: The bottom of this smaller blueprint begins at the grade line with the side walls split into four rectangular blocks before reaching the roof which is made from a different material. Longitudinal Section: This section view marks out three equal rectangles in the middle of the blueprint, with a block on either side. The sides have the words “FINE HAMMERED” along the side. The foundation depth is also noted in its width - 2’. Plan: The bottom and final plan on this page is an overview of the entire mausoleum layout. The center is a granite floor with the words “FINE HAMMERED” again present. Above and below the granite floor outline are two rectangles with brick-work all around them. The entranceway is noted with a bronze door drawn.
Size: 28” x 41”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, concrete, granite, brick, and bronze
Condition: Excellent. Fold lines across the entire blueprint are visible but do not affect the plan There is one visible tear along the top left side of the plan and a small one also on the left side. The back of the plan is aged and has some black dirt.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Rear Elevation: The back of the mausoleum outlines brickwork and a window in the center of the wall. The window has a bronze frame around it. Above the main wall is the rear view of the roof with joints and concrete marked out. The first triangular meeting point of the roof has the words “continue” written on either side.
Roof Plan: This outlines the building line and the ridges of the roof as well as the joints.
Side Elevation: From the bottom up, the grade line is noted; then there are three bronze grilles marked. There are also three grilles marked out at the top of the plan, just below the roof. Brickwork is shown for the side of the plan.
Longitudinal Section: Concrete foundation is noted along the bottom with a note above that states, “footings under brick vent walls.” There is a granite floor. The center of the plan has four rectangular sarcophagi with bronze handles on either end of them. The right side of the plan notes the window with a bronze grille. There are two visible Roman Doric-style columns on either side of this view. Above each column is brickwork leading to the roof.
Foundation Plan: From the left side, the stairs and entrance way are visible. A thick wall surrounding the inner mausoleum is shown as is the empty floor plan of the mausoleum and the back wall.
Unknown Plan: This view notes four equal-size vents at each corner of the mausoleum. The door circumference is noted, as is the bronze frame for the window at the back. The main floor of the mausoleum is plain with brick backing and marble around the edges.
Front Elevation: Below the roof but above the door is the name of the tomb, “COLL. J. TURNER.” The bronze doors below are ornate with matching decoration on either side. Brickwork surrounds the doors. The roof is laid out similarly to the Rear Elevation plan with the exact same notations.
Size: 22.5” x 43.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, marble, bronze, and concrete.
Condition: Good. Blueprint overall is very faded with the bottom left and left side faring the worst with rips, tears and fading. The bottom left corner is missing, as is the bottom of the lower left plan. There are many visible tear and fold lines.
Details: This document covers the general conditions that the contractor will provide, including materials and labor. The specifications discuss the foundation, front, roof, and floor of building. The document also covers the interior of the mausoleum and will have twenty (20) catacombs.
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Material: Tracing paper for typing
Materials Noted: Stone, cement, granite, marble, glass, and bronze.
Notes/Markings: The bottom of page 4 describes the floor of the building. There is a line crossed out referring to the use of granite. It is replaced in black ink with the words, “marble mosaic set on blue stone glaze 3.”
Condition: The specifications themselves are very good. There are folds along the corners of the documents and there is a hole at the top left of the plan where it looks like the staple of pin that held the pages together has been removed or fallen out.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: There are four steps that lead up to the entrance of the building itself. There are three Corinthian-style columns on each side of the entrance way. There are two doors made of bronze. The doors have grilles with glass shutters in the bronze frame. Above the doors is a glass arch. The first part of the roof has the mausoleum name on it in block letters reading “CHARLES FELTMAN.” Above this is a decorative frieze which has two carved winged figures with a circle that has an “F” inside it. Above the “F” is a large decorative goblet. The peaked roof has a dome atop it with two urns on either side of the dome. The domes have three visible columns and a window. The dome itself leads to a granite figure of an angel. The measurement of the angel is 7ft high.
Size: 23.5” x 35”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Window” is written in the dome
Condition: Very good. There is visible wear and tear along the bottom of the plan with tear marks and a small chunk missing, but that does not affect the plan at all.
Details: This plan shows the entrance stairway inside the front doors with the columns laid out. Moving further inward are group pedestals and polished floors. Towards the back of the mausoleum are two thick granite piers with four equal sized rectangles.
Size: 23.5” x 34.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite and marble.
Notes/Markings: Handwritten in the center of the plan is “marble mosaic” and “Marble mosaic floor to be selected by purchaser.” It is signed by the architect.
Condition: Very good. Slightly faded but not unreadable. There is visible wear and tear around the edges, but does not affect the plan itself. There are three staple holes along the top of the plan. There is a visible center fold line.
Details: This view from the side of the building notes the 20 catacombs as well as the blue stone mosaic floor. A stained glass window is also shown along with the roof leading up to the domed top of the mausoleum. The domed roof notes the three columns in it as well as the window and the top of the dome itself. Sides of two of the columns are visible.
Size: 23.5” x 34”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone and glass
Condition: Very good, but it is faded, especially along the bottom of the blueprint page. There is visible wear and tear along the edges, but nothing that directly affects the blueprint design itself.
Details: This representation of the mausoleum from right to left shows the stairs leading up to the entrance of the mausoleum with three Corinthian-style columns visible from the top stair up to the roof entrance. Inside, the mosaic floor is noted, as is the main area of this view which is broken down into 8 various sized blocks. Behind that are 5 equal sized rectangular blocks with a larger square area at the top. The domed roof with the two decorative urns is shown with columns and windows visible as well as the domed top of the roof. The very bottom of the plan shows the brick foundation and the far left side has a barely visible column.
Size: 23” x 34”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, mosaic tile.
Condition: Good. There is a great deal of wear and tear along the left side of the plan with a portion of it torn away. The rest of the blueprint is in good condition. There is more slight wear and tear along the edges of the blueprint, but not affecting the plan. Three staple holes are visible along the top of the plan.
Details: Aerial view of the mausoleum.
Size: 24” x 34.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good.
Details: There is a thick base of cement blocks as the rear foundational part of the rear view. Four Corinthian-style columns are shown, as is the base of the roof which is peaked, leading up to the dome base and the dome itself. The dome is simply an outline of the shape with no detail given at all.
Size: 23.5” x 34.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Faded with visible wear and tear but nothing that detracts from the blueprint diagram itself. The top right corner is very faded with a deep fold line.
Details: This plan shows the left side of the mausoleum. The statue, dome, five columns, and entry stairs are visible.
Drawing Materiat: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed and approved in the lower right corner
Details: This document contains all the materials and specifications for the mausoleum. This also details all materials to be used for the exterior and the interior. The specifications note that there will be 14 catacombs with 10 above the floor line and 4 will be below the floor line. There will be a stained glass window at the back of the mausoleum.
Size: 9.5” x 14”
Drawing Material: Typing paper and thicker card as backing.
Materials Noted: Concrete, stone, sand, slate, marble, bronze, and glass.
Notes/Markings: On the back of the last page at the bottom is a handwritten note that says,‘Show joints on front elevation roof stone must be 12” leaving air space at least ½”. Brick walls must be 8”matter of catacombs below floor.’ Page 2 also has pencil markings of a question mark and an “x.”
Condition: The typewritten specs themselves are in very good condition. The thicker paper that the papers are attached to is brittle and ripping. This spec document has a duplicate stapled to it.
Details: See Item A. Also see Item A for images.
Drawing Material: Typing paper using purple ink as opposed to the black ink of the document in “A” of this series.
Condition: Good. The ink has bled slightly making it a little blurry, but still readable. The backing of the document is brittle and tearing.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: From left to right: Front Elevation: This plan shows the foundation and entranceway to the mausoleum. There are 4 visible Ionic-style columns, two on each side of the front doors. The front doorway contains double doors made of bronze with glass shutters in them. Above the front door is a block that has the note, “Front All Hammered” written on it. Above this is the name “JOHN J. ENGEMAN” carved into the front of the vault. The roof is shown as being composed of three large pieces of granite which overlap each other with a peaked top. Side Elevation: This side view shows cement blocks for the wall. One column is visible. There are two air vents, one on the bottom of the plan and one on the top. The side view of the roof is also shown. Rear Elevation: The back wall of the mausoleum is shown with cement slabs. There is a stained glass window in the back center of the plan. Also shown is the rear view of the roof.
Size: 41” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass
Condition: Very good. The plans themselves are in very good condition, but the blueprint paper has suffered a lot of wear and tear around the edges. The right side has chunks missing and visible tear lines - the back of which has tape holding the tears together.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Ground Plan: This detailed aerial view of the mausoleum and plot shows the outline of the four column tops on either side of the front doorway. Through the doorway is a marble floor leading to the inside of the mausoleum center. This part of the plan is broken down into three rectangles with the larger of the two on either side of the center. An outer wall is shown as is the back window. There are also circles on each corner of the center rectangle. Longitudinal Section: This section gives a detailed side view of the mausoleum from the foundation up. The foundation is deep with the back section split into three rectangles. Above the granite girder are 5 long rectangles with the entranceway doors and columns in front of them. The back also marks out the window area. Transverse Section: Concrete foundation is visible at the bottom with a view of the slate and granite back and floor; above this in the middle section is the stained glass window. On either side of this center area (with the window) are slate squares and then the outer wall. A marble ceiling is also noted.
Size: 41” x 21.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, marble granite, slate, concrete, and glass.
Condition: Very good. The blueprint diagrams themselves are in very good condition. However, the edges of the blueprint paper are ripped and torn, with a large chunk missing on the lower right side of the plan. Visible tears are all over the plans.
Details: These specifications include all general work specifications and conditions of the contractor. The document includes detailed information about the general dimensions of the mausoleum, the foundation, grouting, pointing, and interior and exterior of the mausoleum. There are to be eight catacombs in the interior of the mausoleum.
Size: 8.5” x 13.5”
Drawing Material: Thin typing paper with bluish/purple ink.
Materials Noted: Granite, stone, cement, marble, bronze, slate, stained glass, and plate glass.
Condition: Very good, no rips or tears or fraying.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This blueprint is an overview of the entire lot. It marks out the driveway around the lot and the slope leading up to the front of the mausoleum. In front of the mausoleum entrance are steps and columns leading to the front doors of the mausoleum. There is a smaller plan to the right side showing the side elevation.
Notes/Markings: The plan is unsigned and undated.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This blueprint depicts the side view of the mausoleum including the steps leading up to the mausoleum itself as well as the concrete foundation. The side view of the Greek-style columns is also shown. The inner sanctum shows four rectangular sarcophagi, each with bronze rosettes on the left side. The rear wall is also seen and the edge of another Greek column is visible with an entire side of a column drawn. A marble floor is shaded in a square around the inner mausoleum. A bronze ceiling hanger is noted at the top of the mausoleum.
Size: 36” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, concrete, and marble.
Notes/Markings: The date and approval signature are the only notes.
Condition: Very good. One deep crease in the center of the blueprint is clearly visible. The corners are frayed and there are small holes along the left side.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This foundation plan depicts the longitudinal and front elevations of the foundation. This view is shown as a series of squares and rectangles depicting the outer and inner mausoleum with outlines for the sarcophagi. All dimensions are given for each block noted.
Size: 24.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: A long tear on the back of the blueprint has been taped from the center to the right-hand side. Some of the edges are fraying and there are small holes along the left side. Deep crease lines are visible along the top right side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: The plan states “…COLUMNS OMITTED SHOWING PILASTER TREATMENT AND WINDOW OPENING.” The plan shows two Greek-style columns on either side of the mausoleum entrance. The tops of the built-in columns are noted to be “built alike.” These form the base of the roof. The ridged roof itself is a design of three sections on each side converging at the tip. The rear wall is shown as one large piece with measurements of “10’8” x 8’10.”
Size: 37” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The architect has written as part of the blueprint itself, “Note: Left on Platform for Columns, Same as front.”
Condition: Very good. Some fraying is noticeable around the edges and there are minor tears on the right side of the plan. Small staple-like holes are along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This bird’s eye view of the mausoleum depicts the entire space from the stairs outside to the inner sanctum of the mausoleum itself. It also shows the back of the mausoleum. The front entrance to the mausoleum shows 4 column tops with a note written into the blueprint stating, “All Columns and Pilasters to be Fluted.” The very back and outside of the mausoleum also show four column tops but no note. The inside of the mausoleum notes that the ‘Walls and wainscot to be 1¼” marble and floor 2”, and ceiling 1½”.’
Size: 37” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite and marble
Condition: Very good, with some minor fraying around the edges and staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Four steps leading up to the entrance to the mausoleum with four Greek-style columns flanking each side. The first, left-side column has the design of the column shown (ornate ancient Greek design at the top with ridges around the main part of the column). The roof of the mausoleum is ridged with a rectangular base between the columns and the ridging. The entranceway to the inner sanctum is shown as a large rectangle.
Size: 37” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The right side of the plan between the two columns notes, “ONE PIECE.”
Condition: Good. The blueprint itself is very clear and in great condition. The paper is frayed with some holes around the edges. There are staple holes along the left hand side of the plan. There is a faint fold line along the back of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This side plan illustrates five Greek-style columns. Each column stands on the top level of the stair area of the mausoleum. Between two columns is noted “ONE PIECE.” Noted on the inside of three of the top of the columns is, “ALL CAPS CARVED.” The first column at the entrance to the inner mausoleum notes, “ALL COLUMNS AND PILASTERS FLUTED AND CAPS CARVED.” The first section of the roof states, “PAT. MAY 1907.” No measurements are given at all on the plan itself.
Size: 37” x 19.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good, with slight fraying and a small tear on the right side of the plan and staple holes on the left side.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This cross-section view outlines the foundation, the inner mausoleum, the roof, and the outer walls. A slight side view of the columns is seen on each side of the drawing. Inside the mausoleum the cross-section view is split into 4 equal squares with a rectangle in the middle. All tablets are noted to be in marble. The foundation is noted to be in concrete.
Size: 37” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete and marble.
Condition: Very good. Some deep creases are along the top right side of the plan, but they do not affect the plan itself. Fraying along the left side and staple holes are also present.
Details: This short document contains information pertaining to the location, materials, finish, joint and bed work, type of cement to be used, the size of the sarcophagus (big enough to hold four coffins), how the doors shall be built and from what materials, as well as carvings to be engraved on columns and surfaces. The document also includes information on the clean-up process. The document agrees to all rules and regulations of Green-Wood Cemetery and is signed and dated by the Superintendent of Green-Wood.
Size: 9” x 11”
Drawing Material: Pale brown typing paper with black ink. The cover and back page are blue with a thicker feel.
Materials Noted: Cement, stone, glass, bronze, and granite
Condition: Excellent.
Details: Letter written from the Presbrey-Leland Company to Mr. Vail at Green-Wood Cemetery regarding corrected plans for the Kendall Mausoleum. The letter also requests approval of the corrections. The “General Specifications” cover the rules and regulations that will be approved by Green-Wood as well as excavation plans for the construction of the mausoleum. Foundation plans and granite work are also included, plus detailed information regarding materials to be used.
Size: Letter: 8.5” x 11”; Specifications: 8.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Letter: plain letterhead of the company; Specifications: thin tracing paper with black ink typewritten notes and information.
Materials Noted: Granite, plaster, slate, glass, stone, marble, and bronze.
Notes/Markings: The envelope has pencil markings crossed-out.
Condition: Excellent.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: 11 smaller blueprints make up this entire blueprint; each is called “Course A-K.” Note: there is NO Course I. Each course lays out the rise. Course A is 1’2”; Course B is 1’8”; Course C is 3’3”; Courses D-J are 2’3”; Course K is 10”; and Course L has no rise noted. Courses A-J show a view with the outlined column tops.
Size: 36” x 24.2”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In the middle of Course L, written in orange pencil is the note, “6 oblong be 3.”
Condition: Very good. Some wear and tear is present along the bottom of the blueprint. Two notable tears are visible along the top of the plan and they have been taped on the back. Two holes along the left side of the plan are also visible, as are folds.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This blueprint contains 9 plans. The top left of the blueprint shows the Foundation Plan. The top of this part of the plan is ripped away. Below this is “Section A” which is a long rectangle split into squares and rectangles which are made of concrete. The bottom left plans are titled “Bottom Course B” and “Bottom Course C”. Each scale is ¼” = 1’. These plans outline the exterior walls of the mausoleum with the entrance and columns visible. In the center of the blueprint is a plan marked by the letters “M, N, O, P & Q” with a vertical line running down beside each letter. The line is broken up by the words “line” and “wall.” To the right of this plan are two smaller plans; the top one is simply titled “Plan” and the one below is “Section.” These two plans are of the sarcophagus bottom and side sections. Below these is a drawing titled “Top Bed Course K.” The scale of this plan is ¼” = 1’. The last plan at the right hand side of the blueprint is the isometric view of the sarcophagus itself.
Size: 36” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Material Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: The sarcophagus is made up of two stones. The front states “incised name,” and the side states, “side panels tracery ornaments.”
Condition: Good. The top left side of the plan is torn away with wear and tear along the left side. There is also some wear and tear along the top of the plan and a small tear along the bottom. Fold lines are visible. The back of the plan seems to have sustained some water damage and is much darker along what must be the space where it sat on the ground. Parts of the plan have been taped.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This detailed plan of the front view of the mausoleum shows the front door and window above it. The decorative peaked roof and side views of the ornate columns are also shown. Below level foundation at the front is also detailed. A bronze hanger is noted at the top center of the plan, above the window and before the first peak of the roof.
Size: 31.3” x 35”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, glass
Notes/Markings: In the center of the plan pointed towards the window is written, “vent in bronze frame.” Another written notation is also pointed towards the window, “potted amber glass not ___________ glass in windows.”
Condition: The drawing of the plan itself is in excellent condition. The bottom left side of the blueprint has significant wear and tear with the bottom left corner torn off. Creases running down the left and right side of the drawing are visible. The bottom right side also has some pieces torn away. The top of the plan has a hole in it.
Details: This detailed plan of the front view of the mausoleum shows the front door and window above it. The decorative peaked roof and side views of the ornate columns are also shown. Below level foundation at the front is also detailed. A bronze hanger is noted at the top center of the plan, above the window and before the first peak of the roof.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is a deep fold along the left side of the blueprint and visible wear and tear along the bottom of the plan. There are three large holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This is an extremely detailed blueprint of the front of the mausoleum. The second step from the bottom has “GEORGE H. KENDALL” carved into the stone with a notation to its right stating “included letters.” Three large and ornate Corinthian columns with decorative bases flank both sides of the arched doorway. The doorway itself includes two doors which both have carvings in them. Above the doors is a decorative archway with a base sitting on top of the arch for the window and its frame. The frame of the window arch is decorative in a similar style to the base of the columns. Above the window at the center of the rounded rod is a wreath pattern leading to a decorative oval.
Size: 31” x 36”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Base shaft cut solid” is written above the decorative part of the left column. The word “joint” is noted on the left side columns both top and bottom
Condition: Excellent. There is some minor fraying along the edges of the plan, but nothing that touches the blueprint itself. There are two holes along the top of the plan and a crease line along the left side of the plan.
Size: 30” x 36”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. There are tears in the top right corner, along the bottom, and around the edges of the plan. A deep fold line is visible on the left side of the plan. The back of the plan has been taped along the bottom.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Five plans are included on this blueprint: a plan, a front elevation, a rear elevation, a longitudinal section, and a side elevation.
Plan: this outline, located at the top left of the blueprint, shows the entrance to the mausoleum with “half section at top of base course” written in the center of the plan. The wall around the outside of the plot is marked out.
Front Elevation: this shows the front entranceway of the mausoleum. The stairs, columns, doorway, and window are all laid out with all ornamental details included. The bases of the columns each have rectangles in them saying “carved” on it.
Rear Elevation: this view outlines the back wall with the window and its details shown. The view also shows the top of the peaked roof and columns on each side and ground lines.
Longitudinal Section: located at the bottom left of the blueprint, this plan details the entrance and decorative Corinthian-style columns that flank the entrance way. The bronze hanger is also shown. Details for a door leaf are also provided, with “carved panel bas relief” noted in the drawing. A smaller drawing next to the door leaf is a thin rectangle noted as “Section AA.”
Side Elevation: this shows the side wall with a side view of the decorative entrance columns – the words “carved” are visible here too. The back of the wall also shows a thinner detailed column. The main part of the plan is the wall from the ground level up. From the ground up alphabetical letters A through L (minus I) are marked out in each separate section of the wall up to the top of the roof.
Size: 36” x 24.3”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: On the right side of the plan is written “Models for bas relief panel are to be furnished by owner.”
Condition: Good. The top of the blueprint has wear and tear with visible rips down the center into the top center plan. There is wear and tear along the bottom of the plan and three holes along the left side of the plan. The back of the blueprint has tape where the tears are and has visible fold lines.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This detailed view is a larger version of the longitudinal section shown in the Composite blueprint (Item “I” in this series). Carved and ornamental columns are visible on the left side of the plan, as is the side view of the entranceway to the inner mausoleum. Inside, bronze rosettes can be seen on either end. At the far right of the plan, the sarcophagus is shown with an ornate front end. The side view of the roof notes a vent and two bronze hangers at the top, plus a ventilator. The foundation line is also visible.
Size: 31” x 35”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze rosettes and bronze hangers
Notes/Markings: On the left side of the plan is a shaded square with some writing in it (unreadable) with a note below it that is only partially readable: “ _____ foot on _____ of doors.” The right side of the plan, towards the top of the column, has a handwritten note: “Provide vent in bronze frame”.
Condition: Very good. There is a deep fold along the left side of the plan. There are also small rips and tears along the bottom and left side of the plan.
Details: See Item J in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: The plans themselves are very clear and in good condition. Some of the blueprints are frayed around the edges with some tears and deep folds.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the side wall with a side view of the decorative entrance columns – the base of the column says “carved see front elevation.” The back of the wall also shows a thinner detailed column. The main part of the plan is the wall from the ground level up. Four vents are drawn in; two are on the bottom and two are on the top of the side wall – the top two are below the roof.
Size: 31” x 36”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very good. Some wear and tear is visible along the bottom of the blueprint. There is a tear out of the top left of the plan and a hole in the top right part of the plan.
Details: See Item L in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is a deep fold along the left side of the plan. The diagram itself is in excellent condition. The blueprint has a rip along the bottom center of the plan and some wear and tear along the bottom and left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This blueprint provides the view from the back of the mausoleum from the ground up. The back wall is broken down into slabs with the side view of the columns on each side visible. Outlines of two ornate columns are also shown at the back of the print. The window is at the top center of the print. Above the window is the arched roof that also has a rounded smaller arch at the top with an ornamental top. Two vents are also marked on each side of the first arch of the roof.
Size: 30.5” x 35.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is a rip on the left side of the blueprint drawing and a visible fold line. The bottom of the plan is ripped away in some places with wear and tear along the rest of it, but it does not affect the plan itself.
Details: See Item N in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The blueprint drawing itself is clear with a fold along the left side of it. There is visible wear and tear around the edges of the blueprint with rips along the bottom. The back of the blueprint is visibly darker along the bottom.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan – one of the few designed by the Presbrey-Leland Company – is a very simple plot outline. It is a large oval with the mausoleum outline inside of the oval. A broken line goes through the entire blueprint with measurements from the outside of the oval along the bottom to the beginning of the inner outline (3’6”), from the inner rectangle to the top of the rectangle (27’1” H and 6’6” W), and from the top of the of the inner rectangle to the outer oval line (5’8”).
Size: 32” x 41”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Some pencil markings around the blueprint clarify measurements.
Condition: Very good. Some wear and tear is visible around the edges with the lower corners torn, but the blueprint itself is not affected. The back of the print has tape along the bottom.
Details: This plan is also designed by the Presbrey-Leland Company.
Plan: This is the biggest print on the page with an outline of the mausoleum itself – both the outer walls and the inner sanctum are marked out. The inside of the mausoleum is divided into sections with the top section marked “B” and the middle section marked “A.”
Section A-A: this plan, at the bottom of the blueprint, is the more detailed view of the section. It notes the grade line and is divided into ten blocks with the two blocks at the end measuring 2’7”, the next two blocks measure 3’3½” each and the center blocks measure 1’ across.
Section B-B: this is a long rectangle divided into five parts with each block split in the center. The left block measurement is 5-4” across; the next block measures 5’; the center and smallest block measures 1’” across; the following block is the widest, measuring 6’8” across, and the last block measures 2’ across.
Size: 26” x 31.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: To the right of the Section A-A is a note that reads: “Note: concrete to start 1” below grade at lowest point…no foundation to be put in above grade at lowest point…setter to take care of same when setting…”
Condition: Good. The blueprints are faint, but in good condition. The paper is curled with a tear on the upper left-hand corner.
Details: This plan is also designed by the Presbrey-Leland Company.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Better than “Q” in this series. There is minor tearing along the left side of the plan and it is slightly curled up.
Details: This plan is also designed by the Presbrey-Leland Company.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Some minor tears are along the left side, which is also curled. There is tape on the back of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Detailed outline of the mausoleum via an aerial view. The bottom of the plan shows the entranceway with column tops flanking each side; an archway joins them. Carved into the entrance before the doors are the words, “EVENING BRINGS US HOME.” The doors are outlined to open inwards with their sweep drawn out. Inside the mausoleum the floor is noted to have polished granite. As you walk further back marble outlines are noted as a faint shaded area is visible to the right of the center. The wall thickness and outline are also marked on the plan.
Size: 31.5” x 35.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, granite, bronze, and marble.
Notes/Markings: To the lower right of the blueprint is a faint hand-drawn step. The words look like they read “bronze steps.” Something else is written underneath but it is unreadable.
Condition: Very good. The blueprint is clear. There are visible tears and rips along the bottom of the plan and there is also a visible fold along the left side.
Details: See Item T in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. It is faded, especially along the bottom of the plan. There is a deep fold along the left side of the plan, with a tear at the bottom. Frayed corners and small rips are all around the edges of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This blueprint contains two drawings. The larger of the two drawings is the Transverse Section, looking towards the rear. This plan is very detailed from the foundation to the roof. The center of this plan has three detailed plaques with carvings on them. The top one has the most detail but the lower two have a note in them to repeat the detailed carving. Above these, in the center of the plan, is the window, and to the right of the window and slightly below it are three delineated squares. The outer walls of the mausoleum are also shown as shaded areas. Vents are placed all around the transverse section. The smaller blueprint is the front elevation view of the sarcophagus. It is ornamental in design around the edges with “GEORGE H. KENDALL” engraved into the stone. The sides of the wall of the sarcophagus are marble.
Size: 31” x 35”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble, bluestone, slate.
Notes/Markings: Along the right side of the main plan, in faint pencil is written, “pencil size x given” with the date of 10/3/24 also noted.
Condition: Excellent. Fraying around the edges of the blueprint but nothing that impacts the drawing itself. There is a visible fold down the left side of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: See Item V in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is a deep fold along the left side of the plan. The left side of the blueprint has sustained some wear and tear with the top of the plan faded. A small tear along the bottom left of the plan.
Details: This document contains all the general conditions, dimensions, and materials needed for construction and completion of the mausoleum.
Size: 8.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Letter
Materials Noted: Granite, stone, bronze, glass, and marble.
Condition: Good. The paper is brittle and folded along the bottom. The document has been folded into thirds.
Details: This letter, written by the architectural firm to Green-Wood, is confirmation of a telephone conversation regarding a change in the foundation material from rubble masonry to concrete above the grade line. Handwritten measurements and notes regarding the change were at one point stapled to the letter; they are no longer attached, but are included in the file.
Size: 8.4” x 11”
Drawing Material: Thick, cream-colored letterhead paper, with black pen ink.
Materials Noted: Concrete, rubble
Condition: The ink and pencil writing and measurements are clearly visible and in very good condition. The letter, however, is folded and creased. Staple holes are visible.
Details: This blueprint shows the front doors, front side walls, roof of the mausoleum, and a bronze window above the doors. The family name is written in block, raised letters. The two ornamental doors each have a square on the bottom, a handle above, and rectangular decorative windows. The roof is made up of three large stone slabs coming together in a peak.
Size: 24” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, granite, marble, cement.
Notes/Markings: The right side of the plan has a handwritten note in black ink which reads, “Note: All granite and marble to be set in La Farge Cement.”
Condition: Excellent. There are a few staple holes along the left side of the plan. The back of the blueprint has some water damage.
Details: This is the general foundation plan for the mausoleum. The front of the mausoleum is shown on the right side of the drawing, illustrating the entranceway foundation through the interior of the mausoleum to the back wall. The interior is divided into three long rectangles from the entrance to the back wall. There are two intermediate walls between them that are 3’ below grade. The outer wall measures 1’6” thick to the interior of the mausoleum. The main walls are 4’ deep.
Size: 24.2” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The left side of the plan has some creases, but they do not adversely affect the readability of the plan. The back of the blueprint is very dirty and yellowed with age.
Details: See Item D in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good, the same as Item D apart from the lack of creasing on the left side.
Details: This general plan is similar to Items “D” and “E” in this series. However, the flooring is laid out differently. This plan shows marble flooring and lines running horizontally (if viewed from the front of the mausoleum) down the center of the floor. Slate is noted as the material for the intermediate wall that divides the floor.
Size: 24” x 18.7”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, marble
Notes/Markings: A couple of pencil and pen notations are on the plan along the bottom half of the blueprint.
Condition: Very good. Some wear and tear along the bottom right side. Visible staple holes along the left side. The back of the plan has some water damage, which does not impact legibility.
Details: The side elevation shows the mausoleum from the foundation upwards. Each portion measured with the level line noted.
Size: 22.7” x 16.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rubble, concrete
Notes/Markings: In the center of the plan is written, “Note, Concrete Side Walls 1’-2” thick above level line. Rear 1’-4” thick.” Along the level line a note says, “LEVEL LINE - grade at front of Step.”
Condition: Very good. There is mild creasing and a fold long in the center of the plan.
Details: The side elevation shows the mausoleum from the foundation upwards. Each portion measured with the level line noted.
Size: 23.2” x 16.5’
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The paper is faded, but the blueprint diagram is still readable.
Details: This side elevation shows the entire side of the mausoleum, not just the foundation. The grade line is marked through the plan from the foundation of rubble masonry to the top of the roof. The side cement slabs are also shown.
Size: 24” x 18.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rubble masonry
Condition: Very good. There is some minor wear and tear around the edges of the plan and there are slight tears along the top of the plan. Staple holes are visible along the left side of the plan.
Details: Here the blueprint outlines bronze handles in each square of the interior of the mausoleum (24 bronze handles in total). The outer walls surround the squares and bronze handles. The three stone slab peaked roof is also shown.
Size: 24” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Very good. There are a few staple holes along the left side of the plan.
Details: The blueprint outlines the brass grille on the left side of the plan (the front entrance of the mausoleum) and the bronze hanger on the roof. The flat platform of the roof is visible.
Size: 24” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, bronze.
Condition: Very good. There is very minor wear and tear along the bottom of the plan. Two sets of staple holes are visible along the left side of the plan.
Details: This document contains all the general specifications for the construction and materials to be used in the building of the mausoleum. The first two pages are a standard contract of business practices of the architect and the contractor. The rest of the pages describe the materials to be used in detail, as well as measurements and how the mausoleum will be constructed to the specifications of Mr. White.
Size: 8.5” x 14”
Drawing Material: Thick cream paper with printed text. Specifications documents are typewritten on thin tracing paper with black ink.
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, cement, glass, and granite.
Notes/Markings: The last page of the document notes the typist’s name and address: “Miss G.Waldo, Stenography and Typewriting, 99 Nassau St, N.Y., Room 212." Throughout the specifications are some handwritten notes/additions to the document.
Condition: Excellent
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: This view shows the steps leading up to the entranceway doors and pillars of the mausoleum. Two Tuscan-style columns are on either side of the doorway. There are two doorways made of bronze. There is grille work on each door - two squares at the top with two rectangles below that, there are also two bronze door knockers. Above the doorway are flat slabs with the family name written in the center in block letters, “WHITE.” Above that is a square roof. Around the outside of the doorway and columns are brick cement walls.
Size: 16.5” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: On the left side of the plan are the words “IDENTIFIED AND ACKNOWLEDGED” and on the bottom right are the measurements “13:10 x 15:9 x 13:3.”
Condition: Excellent. There are staple holes along the top of the plan which do not do anything to the blueprint.
Scale: ¾” x 1'
Details: This plan illustrates the floor of the mausoleum. From the bottom up, the top of the two columns on either side of the door are visible, as is the doorway and the surrounding walls. The inside of the mausoleum floor is divided into three rectangles with the center rectangle as the largest. There is a thick inner wall between the interior and outer wall.
Size: 16.5” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, brick, slate, and marble.
Notes/Markings: The center of the plan has what looks like a signature with the word “O.K” marked. There is also a possible signature on the bottom left of the plan, but it is illegible.
Condition: Very good. There is visible wear and tear along the top left of the plan, and some pieces ripped away at the top of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: The foundation is shown from the outer wall to the inside of the mausoleum itself. The right side of the plan shows a concrete base with a brick wall that is slightly apart from the rest of the plan. A drain is marked in the very center of the plan.
Size: 17.7” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Condition: Good. There are visible fold lines in the plan with the top creased and missing both corners. The center fold is very deep with a tear at the top.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This blueprint shows a cross-section of the mausoleum, both above and below the grade line. The internal vaults and thick outer walls are illustrated.
Size: 16.5” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Gravel, concrete, rubble.
Condition: Very good. There is some creasing of the plan at the bottom right corner, and the top left corner is torn away.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This blueprint shows a longitudinal cross-section of the mausoleum, above and below the grade line. The front columns, internal vaults, thick external walls, back window, and drainage are all illustrated.
Size: 18” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The left side of the plan says, “IDENTIFIED AND ACKNOWLEDGED.”
Condition: Very good. The top left corner is torn away, but the rest of the plan is in great condition.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: On the left side of the plan is the front of the mausoleum; two steps and one column are illustrated. The side wall is shown divided by concrete slabs.
Size: 16.5” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The left side of the plan says, “IDENTIFIED AND ACKNOWLEDGED.”
Condition: Excellent. Very minor wear and tear is present along the top edge of the paper.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The back of the mausoleum is shown, made up of concrete slabs. In the center of the back is a window with a grille.
Size: 16.5” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The left side of the plan says, “IDENTIFIED AND ACKNOWLEDGED.”
Condition: Excellent. Some minor wear and tear along the top with staples holes, but nothing that affects the reading of the blueprint.
Details: Contained in this document are the specifications for the manufacture and construction of the mausoleum. It details the general dimensions, foundation, excavations, materials to be used, number of catacombs (10), and details to be added.
Size: 8.5” x 14.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone, concrete, cement, bronze, slate, marble, granite and glass
Condition: Good. The edges are worn and the left side is torn.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This view outlines the entire front of the mausoleum. It shows four steps leading up to the platform where four fluted columns stand. There are two ornamental doors with grilles and round decoration on each door. Above the door on the lintel, in “square sunk letters” is the family name, “ENGLISH.” The roof is made up of three stones that run the length of the building and meet in a peak.
Size: 34” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The edges show wear and tear with staple holes running down the left side of the plan.
Details: This blueprint shows the general floor plan of the mausoleum. The right side of the plan shows the front, with steps leading up to the entrance and two columns flanking each side of the doorway. Outside at the back are two more columns flanking each side of the mausoleum. The outer walls of the mausoleum are also shown.
Size: 31.5” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Notes/Markings: The center of the plan has the note saying, “FLOOR HAMMERED GRANITE.”
Condition: Good. The plan itself is legible. The right side of the blueprint is torn and ripped, and the left side has staple holes.
Details: This plan shows the entire side of the mausoleum and the entrance way. The right side of the plan shows the doorway and the outline of stairs leading up to a fluted pillar. The side wall of the mausoleum is outlined in blocks, with a grilled window near the front. On the back of the blueprint, another fluted pillar and the side of the roof, featuring 8 columns, is drawn.
Size: 34” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are just three staple holes on the left side of the plan.
Details: This blueprint shows the back of the mausoleum in detail. There are four fluted columns and a large back window with a grille over it. Four smaller columns separate the peaked roof from the main part of the mausoleum.
Size: 33.5” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. The blueprint itself is in excellent condition. The left side of the plan has minor wear and tear.
Details: This blueprint shows a cross-section of the mausoleum. A portion of the doorway and its ornate lintel is visible in the center, with five vaults at the left and a window opening on the right. The peaked roof, granite floor, and thick external walls are also illustrated.
Size: 33.5” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Condition: Excellent. Minor wear and tear along the left side of the plan.
Details: This blueprint shows a longitudinal cross-section of the mausoleum. Fluted columns are shown at the front and rear, as are window openings with decorative designs at the side and rear. The front steps, five vaults, granite floor and foundation are also illustrated.
Size: 33.5” x 18.8”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Condition: Excellent. Some very minor wear and tear along the top of the plan, and the bottom right corner is ripped.
Details: This document, unsigned and unapproved, outlines how the mausoleum is to be constructed and includes excavation measurements, construction details, materials, and designs for the exterior and interior of the mausoleum.
Size: 8” x 12.5”
Drawing Material: Specifications Document on typed paper
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, cement, slate, brick, marble, bronze and glass.
Condition: Poor. The document is very fragile and torn. The back pages are ripped apart. There are deep creases in the pages.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan illustrates the outline for the foundation of the mausoleum. It shows the perimeter of the mausoleum, interior walls and floor, and includes handwritten measurements.
Size: 16.8” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Good. The blueprint is very faded with lots of wear and tear, but still legible.
Details: This document includes detailed plans for the mausoleum, and covers the general working conditions and construction methods. The materials to be used are noted, as well as the types of cement and concrete needed for construction. Each part of the mausoleum is outlined with which material to be used and how it is to be set into the design and construction. At the back of the document is a letter from Benisch Bros. Monumental Works dated October 7, 1908 which discusses the excavation noted in the plans of Mr. Sudlow. There is a diagram of “Vine Avenue” and in pencil under the typed part of the letter is written, “Start digging Monday, October 12.”
Size: 8” x 13”
Drawing Material: Typing paper
Materials Noted: Concrete, cement, brick, cinder, granite, stone, brass, marble, bronze, glass, and slate.
Notes/Markings: On page 12 of document written in pencil along each section in the margin is the word, “thickness.” Underneath that word, along the bottom is written in pencil, “2”.
Condition: Very good. The only damage is along the bottom right of the document which is curled throughout the 15-pages.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the mausoleum from the bottom up. There are four columns at the bottom (entrance to the mausoleum), two on each side of the door. A step is shown leading up to a bronze saddle, door, and frame. Inside the door a circular bronze inlay is shown in a marble floor, which is made up of three pieces. The top of the plan shows a window at the rear of the mausoleum. In addition to the perimeter of the mausoleum, the foundation line and line of stylobate are also shown.
Size: 16” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, slate, and marble.
Notes/Markings: At the top center of the plan is written “drawing of the sarcophagus given after.”
Condition: Very good. A couple small tears/holes at the top of the drawing.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the foundation of the mausoleum. The bases of the internal and external walls are shown and marked with the material they will be made of.
Size: 15.5” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, cinder fill, brick, and concrete.
Condition: Very good. There are a few small tears/holes at the top of the drawing.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Front Elevation: this plan, on the left side of the blueprint, is a detailed diagram of the front of the mausoleum. The line of footing under the stylobate is noted underneath the foundation. Above the foundation are steps leading to the doorway and entrance. There are two fluted columns on either side of the front door. The ornate front doors feature rectangular grilles and smaller cross designs. The top of the peaked roof has an ornate floral design, and either side of the roof also has decorative ornamentation.
Side Elevation: this plan, on the right side of the blueprint, shows the mausoleum from the side. It illustrates one front column, the side wall, roof, and decorative ornamentation at the roof’s front and rear. The grade of the slate and two side vents are also shown.
A small drawing illustrating the “Elevation of Door” is also on this blueprint, between the two larger drawings.
Size: 28.5” x 17.3”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate
Condition: Very good. Some small holes/tears along the edges.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan features three drawings: a full foundation plan, “Section Thro. Line B-B”, and “Section Thro. Line A-A”. The full foundation plan illustrates the outer walls, interior mausoleum, and spots for “cinder fill”. The two smaller drawings illustrate specific sections of the full plan, which are marked by lines “A” and “B” on the large drawing.
Size: 27.8” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Cinder fill
Condition: Good. There is a crease down the middle and light wear and tear.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan shows a cross-section of the mausoleum from the rear. The external walls, roof, and foundation are illustrated, some marked with measurements or materials to be used. A window with decorative bronze grille, featuring the Masonic insignia, is shown at the center of the mausoleum’s rear wall.
Size: 14.5” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Iron, bronze, glass, cinder fill, slate, marble, and stone (marked as ashlar).
Notes/Markings: Notes throughout the plan indicate building materials and measurements, including a note under the window calling for bronze frame, sash and sill.
Condition: Very good. There are three holes along the top of the blueprint.
Details: Longitudinal Section: This plan shows a detailed view of the interior right side of the mausoleum. Each different part of the structure is illustrated, and the building material to be used is indicated. The grade line and foundation are also shown.
Rear Elevation: This plan shows the mausoleum from the back, including two side columns, the roof and ornamentation, and rear window with Masonic insignia. The grade line is also shown, extending from one side of the mausoleum to the other.
Size: 28.5” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass, slate, cinder fill, marble, and bronze.
Condition: Good. Small rips and holes along the edges, visible crease lines.
Details: Written by Joseph Bermel, on his letterhead, to Green-Wood. He states that Miss Kratsch informed him of the positioning of the vault and the removal of a pump. The letter also asks for acknowledgment of this. The bottom of the letter has a hand-drawn diagram of where the vault is located, and where the pump to be removed is positioned.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The back of the letter features handwritten figures in pencil.
Condition: Very good. There are visible fold lines and folds in the paper and minimal wear and tear on the top of the letterhead.
Scale: 1”= 1’
Details: This plan shows the front view of the mausoleum, and illustrates the separate components of the structure, complete with measurements. Four Corinthian-style columns, a polished door frame, frieze, and “1908”-inscribed keystone are also illustrated.
Size: 18” x 24.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Minimal wear and tear along the edges of the plan.
Details: The only differences between Item B and this blueprint are that there is less decoration on this plan, and no year etched into the space between the top of the door and the peaked roof.
Size: 18” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “dark awning” is written around the door frame and “dark quiney” is written on the pillars.
Condition: Excellent
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows a cross-section of the mausoleum from above. At the bottom of the plan are the four columns, the middle section shows an open area with two side windows, and at the back are four symmetrical rectangles, presumably the vaults.
Size: 17.5” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble, brick
Notes/Markings: “wainscot to finish” is noted on the bottom left of the inner part of the plan.
Condition: Excellent. Minor wear and tear along the edges of the plan.
Scale: 1”= 1’
Details: This view shows the side of the mausoleum. One column is visible, as are the foundation, floor, roof, one window and ventilation vents.
Size: 22.5” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There are four sets of staple holes along the right side of the plan and a small corner fold along the bottom left of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This view illustrates the blocks that make up the back of the mausoleum, and their respective measurements. The outline of the back of the peaked roof and its base are also visible.
Size: 18.3” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. There is some minor wear and tear along the edges of the blueprint. The bottom right side corner is torn and folded.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This view shows two cross-sections: “½ section in front of catacombs” and “½ section thro catacombs”. In each, the foundation, external walls, and roof are illustrated. The right section of the plan shows more detail, including measurements.
Size: 17.8” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble
Condition: Very good. There is minimal wear and tear along the edges with some staple holes along the top of the plan.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows a detailed view of the side of the mausoleum. At the left, one column is shown. In the middle of the plan, a window opening with marble shelf, a bronze ventilator, and the marble floor are shown. At the rear of the mausoleum are three symmetrical, stacked vaults. The roof, foundation, and rear wall are also illustrated.
Size: 23.5” x 18”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, marble, brick and bronze.
Notes/Markings: “POL” is written on the column and on the front wall.
Condition: Very good. There are three holes along the right side of the plan.
Details: This diagram shows the mausoleum as it is situated on the lot. Measurements of the structure and of the lot are indicated.
Size: 12” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Pencil on drafting paper.
Notes/Markings: On the top left corner it says: “Diameter of lot 38 Feet.” The bottom left corner says: “this vault to face the junction of path or walk - and driveway.”
Condition: Good. Some visible fold lines and surface dirt.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This is a basic outline of the foundation of the Kratsch mausoleum. The concrete portion of the foundation, and the open areas of the mausoleum are illustrated, and measurements of each section are indicated.
Size: 17.5” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Very good. Some minor wear and tear along the edges.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Front Elevation: Duplicate of Item B, but with less detail and without measurements. This plan does show a large cross atop the mausoleum’s roof.
Side Elevation: Duplicate of Item E, but shows more detail of the columns and roof.
Size: 38.5” x 20”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: Inside the door outline on the Side Elevation plan reads: “Bronze doors patterns to be as per design.”
Condition: Poor. The center left side of this blueprint is ripped away, as is the bottom center of the plan. However, the plan is mostly legible.
Details: Ground Plan: This detailed layout shows the top of the four columns that are at the entrance to the mausoleum, on either side of the doorway. The doorway and bronze doors, floor plan, thinner interior brick wall, stained glass window and marble floor are also shown.
Rear Elevation: This plan is less detailed than Item F. It shows no details or ornamentation, just two columns, a window, and the peaked roof with a circular bronze grille at its center.
Size: 40.5” x 21.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, brick, slate, and glass.
Condition: Poor. The edges are ripped away and missing from this plan and part of the left side is missing.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Transverse Section: This view illustrates each component of the mausoleum from the rear. It also shows the stained glass window in the center of the back wall, and the foundation.
Longitudinal Section: This is a duplicate of Item H in this series. The details are slightly different, but the main elements remain the same. .
Size: From the widest part of the remaining blueprint: 40.5” x 20.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate, brick, concrete, and marble.
Condition: Poor. Large pieces are missing from both the right and left sides. However, the majority of the plan is legible.
Details: Documents contain all the owner and architect responsibilities and liabilities. The document also includes all the materials to be used in detail and where they are to be used in the mausoleum itself.
Drawing Material: Thick blue paper with white typewritten letters.
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, cement, sand, stone, and bronze (made up of 90% copper and 10% tin)
Notes/Markings: Pages 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 and 13 have crossed out sentences. Some have corrected words or have been omitted altogether. Each page is signed and approved in orange pencil.
Condition: The document was once stapled together. There are two holes on the top of each page indicating this. Page 12 has a tear at the bottom left of it.
Details: “1913” is engraved on the top step leading to the double doors. The doors each have an ornamental rectangle inset in them with a circular design below. On either side of the doors are pillars from the top step to the top of the door frame. The mausoleum family name, “Ahlstrom” is engraved into the top of the front of the mausoleum with decorative vertical lines on either side. The roof is in three separate pieces. Foundation is 5’8” from bottom to steps. Grade line is marked.
Size: 20.7” x 24.4”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Bottom of plan is frayed with rips in it. Top right-hand corner is missing. There are holes along the top of the plan, equally spaced.
Details: This aerial view outlines the foundation layout. The bottom half of the foundation measures 5’4” in depth; the middle square depth is 7’; and the top reads 1’9.”
Size: 21.4” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In orange pencil are new measurements and notes. The top of the elevation has measurements reading 11’9½ ’’; down the righthand side is the new measurement 4’8”. The bottom left side of the plan reads in orange ink, ‘Keep this corner 2” below the grade.’ Within the plan are also pencil lines and measurements. One measurement on the left-hand side of the plan is circled and reads, ‘2” higher.’
Condition: There is a lot of fraying around the edges; a large tear is visible along the bottom, with some small tears along the left, right, and top sides of the plan.
Details: This transverse section details the back of the mausoleum with all materials and measurements. The stained glass window is shown in the upper middle of the plan. Removable shelves are noted on both the bottom left and right side of the plan. There are two vents flanking both the top sides near the roof and two vents flanking the bottom sides of the walls. There is a small, decorative hanger supporting the top of the inner mausoleum and the roof.
Size: 20.5”x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, glass (stained), marble, slate, granite.
Notes/Markings: Orange pencil overlays the plan lines on the left and right sides of the bottom of the plan. Orange pencil markings are also visible on the top right side of the roof, with the measurements, 1”-0’ written.
Condition: Very good. A few minor holes and staple markings along the top of the plan, with minimal fraying along the bottom edge. Top left-side corner is slightly curled.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Aerial view of floor, stained glass window, and the entrance to the inner part of the mausoleum. The door width is measured at 3’6” and the circumference at which the door opens is shown.
Size: 21.7” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, slate, glass, and bronze
Notes/Markings: The granite floor is to have a rubbed finish, the marble notes is said to be Grey Tennessee and the frame of the stained glass window is to be bronze. By the door outline is written “Bronze Doors & Sadd.” (Presumably this is short for Saddle Threshold for an irregular floor)
Condition: Excellent. Some staple holes along the top of the blueprint.
Details: The side wall of the mausoleum is clearly marked out with separate cement slabs delineated. There are four bronze vents at each corner of the mausoleum. The grade line is also shown on the bottom right-hand side of the plan.
Size: 21.2” x 23.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: On the bottom right side under the grade line is an orange pencil line. There is also a small orange line on the right side above the foundation.
Condition: Excellent. There are staple holes along the top of the blueprint and one minor tear along the bottom of the blueprint.
Details: Layout of cement slabs, foundation, and stained glass window in the middle center of the blueprint. There are four bronze vents noted and the grade line.
Size: 20.5” x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze and stained glass
Condition: Very good. There is a small tear with some minor fraying along the bottom-center of the blueprint. Three hole punch markings along the top of the blueprint.
Details: The side view of the mausoleum is outlined with the foundation plan along the bottom and four separate blocks with circular rosettes on each side of the blocks in the center of the plan. The roof section shows the decorative bronze hanger. Vents are marked out along the right-side of the plan. The roof shows a slight peak. Various areas of the plan are shaded.
Size: 21.2”x 24”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Marble and bronze
Notes/Markings: There are orange pencil marking along the bottom half of the plan – the foundation. The word “Floor” is written out with an arrow pointing down to a shaded area. The orange marks in the foundation just make clearer the lines already delineated with measurements written out. On the back of the blueprint the name of the family is misspelled “Ahlstom” instead of “Ahlstrom.”
Condition: Very good. Some fraying around the edges of the blueprint.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Two Doric columns on each side of front door. Peaked roof.
Size: 10.75” x 14.25”
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black ink
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item A.
Size: 11.5” x 14.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Side view of building showing two columns at front and one at back.
Size: 11.25” x 14.75”
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black ink
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item C.
Size: 11.75” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Rear view of building with peaked roof, with one Doric column at either corner.
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black ink.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item E.
Size: 11.25” x 16.75”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Shows back view of building with peaked roof and window in center.
Size: 11.5” x 17”
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black ink.
Materials Noted: Concrete bed in foundation.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips; slight discoloration along right edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item G.
Size: 11.5” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete bed in foundation.
Condition: Tiny piece missing near upper right. Some holes at top from clips.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Side view of building with four steps up to the entrance and Doric columns at front and back.
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black ink.
Materials Noted: Concrete bed in foundation.
Condition: Some holes from clips along left edge.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item I.
Size: 11.5” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete bed in foundation.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Aerial view; shows steps up to the front of the building and two columns on either side of front door.
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black ink
Materials Noted: Bronze front doors.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item K.
Size: 11” x 17”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze front doors; marble.
Notes/Markings: Some pencil markings around steps, and two measurements noticed in building.
Condition: Some holes at top from clips.
Design/Style: Neoclassical.
Size: 13” x 18.25”
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black ink
Notes/Markings: Signed and dated by Superintendent WG Grassau with lot number and name Mathiesen written just above.
Condition: Folding and crumpling at corners.
Details: Shows diameter of lot, at 31 feet, and details of jointings.
Size: 10” x 15.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed OK and initialed WGG.
Condition: Some folding
Details: 9-page contract document specifying materials and construction.
Size: 8” x 13"
Drawing Material: Typewritten on linen.
Materials Noted: Concrete, cement, brick, granite, marble, slate, brass, bronze, glass.
Notes/Markings: Handwritten on the last page: “In presence of: M. Winter.” Signed by W. H. Harrison, president of Harrison Granite Company, and Desmond Dunne.
Condition: Staple holes and brad holes at the top; crease marks from being folded in thirds.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899” Stamp of Farrington, Gould, and Hoagland at lower right corner.
Size: 17 ½” x 41 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Note on original: “Green lines show present condition”—no green coloring on blueprint
Condition: Somewhat warped and faded with small holes from bindings.
Design/Style notes: Most of plan is below grade line.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Cast bronze ventilating rosettes, polished granite floor
Notes/Markings: Signed on original: “Approved Nov 14 1929 H.C. Nail, Supt.”
Condition: Somewhat warped and faded.
Design/Style notes: Nine steps to entrance. Doric column at top of steps. Neoclassical design.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block. Same as Item B, but lacking superintendent’s signature.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Cast bronze ventilating rosettes, polished granite floor
Notes/Markings: None supplemental.
Condition: Somewhat warped and faded. Holes from staple bindings on left side.
Design/Style notes: Nine steps to entrance. Doric column at top of steps. Neoclassical design.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted in original, in center of foundation: “Platform steps and Buttresses in one piece”, and on foundation steps: “Steps and Buttresses in one piece”. Signed in original: “Approved Nov 11 1929 by H.C. Nail, Supt”.
Condition: Somewhat warped, faded, and embrittled. Crease in upper left corner. Holes from binding on left side.
Design/Style notes: Shows design of foundation steps only.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block. Same as Item D, but lacking superintendent’s signature.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Noted in original, in center of foundation: “Platform steps and Buttresses in one piece”, and on foundation steps: “Steps and Buttresses in one piece”.
Condition: Relatively good. Somewhat warped and embrittled, particularly on left side. Holes from binding on left side.
Design/Style notes: Shows design of foundation steps only.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block.
Size: 19” x 25 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Noted in original: “Steps and buttresses in one piece,” “Polished granite floor,” and “Polished granite tablet.”
Condition: Relatively good. Holes from binding at upper edge.
Design/Style notes: Granite tablet in exact center of floorspace.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block.
Size: 19” x 25 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Noted in original: “”Steps and buttresses in one piece,” “Polished granite floor,” and “Polished granite tablet.” Original signed: “Approved Nov 11, 1929, H.C. Nail, Supt.”
Condition: Somewhat faded. Holes from binding at upper edge.
Design/Style notes: Granite tablet in exact center of floorspace.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Noted in original: “Steps and buttresses in one piece,” “Polished granite floor,” and “Polished granite tablet.” Original signed: “Approved Nov 11, 1929, H.C. Vail, Supt.”
Condition: Somewhat faded. Holes from binding at upper edge.
Design/Style notes: Granite tablet in exact center of floorspace.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Noted in original: “Steps and buttresses in one piece,” “Polished granite floor,” and “Polished granite tablet.” Original signed: “Approved Nov 11, 1929, H.C. Nail, Supt.”
Condition: Somewhat faded. Holes from binding at upper edge.
Design/Style notes: Granite tablet in exact center of floorspace.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “No. 3899”. No full title block.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Noted in original: “Steps and buttresses in one piece,” “Polished granite floor,” and “Polished granite tablet.” Original signed: “Approved Nov 11, 1929, H.C. Nail, Supt.”
Condition: Small holes on the left side.
Design/Style notes: Granite tablet in exact center of floorspace.
Details: Steps lead to the entrance door, which is set back to create a portico. The roof is supported by four fluted Doric columns. The pediment is blank but a frieze is decorated with triglyphs and metopes.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: "No. 3899."
Condition: Holes on the left edge but eitherwise good.
Details: Similar to Item K in this series, except this drawing shows "William M. Greve" etched above the door.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: "No. 3899." Signature of approval from H.C. Vail, superintendent.
Condition: Holes on the left edge but eitherwise good.
Details: The triglyph/metope design continues around the whole building. Two plain columns are on either side of a central window.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: "No. 3899." Signature of approval from H.C. Vail, superintendent.
Condition: Three staple holes along the left edge.
Details: Similar to Item M in this series, except it is undated and does not have a signature of approval.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: "No. 3899."
Condition: Holes on the left edge but eitherwise good.
Details: The left side of the mausoleum is depicted. Nine steps lead to the front door; plain columns are located at the front and rear corners, plus a fluted column supporting the roof's overhang.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: "No. 3899." Signature of approval from H.C. Vail, superintedent.
Condition: Three staple holes on the left edge but eitherwise good.
Details: Similar to Item O in this series, except this drawing does not contain the superintendent's signature.
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: "No. 3899."
Condition: Three staple holes on the left edge but eitherwise good.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: detailed square plan with two cross-in-squares and a rectangle in the middle (1’6” between the outer and inside square and 8” between inner square and rectangle). Detailed measurements for the flooring, walls and thickness of the walls (8’2”) given.
Size: 20” x 20”
Drawing Material: Paper with pencil and red, black, and pale blue inks
Materials Noted: Marble base.
Notes/Markings: Written in the center of the plan, “Note – 4 pieces of marble base to be laid on floor before walls are carried up.”
Condition: Missing bottom right corner. Tape used to mend tear above missing corner. Staple holes along the right side of plan. Tear in the paper on the top right side of the plan.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Revised June 26, 1912
Details: Drawing shows base of column (“column furnished by owner”); “this end of stone [of column] to be below grade”; column to be fixed to base with “5 brass anchors to be furnished & fixed by contractor”; “waterproofing” at bottom of base; at one side of base, “this end to be opened for internment.”
Size: 20.5x13.25
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brass anchors, stone column, granite base.
Notes/Markings: In longitudinal section, “iron” is crossed out and replaced with “brass.” 12” measurements are noted in all sections.
Condition: Small holes on top from clips, crumpling at upper left.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Grade line and measurements given for this blueprint. Grade line is 5-2. Blueprint has a large square with a thick wall, inside the wall area are 8 smaller squares with a large rectangular center. A ledger sits atop the main square
Size: 12” x 14”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In red, along the right side of the blueprint, “see revised plan.”
Condition: Small holes all along the top of the blueprint. Small tears in the paper along the bottom.
Details: Side elevation: “8 Like This.”
Size: 14” x 14.75”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Condition: Small holes on right from clips, crumpling and small tears at bottom left corner.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: July 20, 1908 – revised May 24, 1911
Details: “Existing monument” at front of plot. Taller column to be erected behind that – “column furnished by owners” – situated on “new granite block.” Low, two-rail fence surrounding plot. “Column, step, & vault centered on space between existing work.”
Size: 28.25” x 21”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone
Condition: Small holes on left from clips. Some crumpling.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Two drawings: Longitudinal Section and Cross Section. Note: “Centere on space betwee existing work” [sic]
Size: 16.75” x 21.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Cement
Notes/Markings: Written across the top in pencil: “Revised plan superseding others” – initialed by WGG.
Condition: Bottom left corner folded. A few small tears on left and bottom. Small holes on left from clips.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Two drawings: Longitudinal Section and Cross Section. Note: “Centere on space betwee existing work” [sic]
Size: 16.75” x 21.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Cement
Notes/Markings: Pencil writing on bottom: “Batterson – Eisele #6Z4 Bryant”
Condition: Bottom left corner folded. Crumpling on left side. Small holes on left from clips.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: revised October 30, 1905
Details: Two graves shown. Cooper & Hewitt Family Plot. “Hoppin, Koen & Huntington Archts, 144 Fifth Ave, NYC.”
Size: 20.25” x 15”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Blue stone floor on top of graves; concrete below graves; brick on sides and between.
Condition: Hole on top from clip. Folded bottom corners.
Details: “No 4968 Leland & Hall Co, NY.” Two drawings, one showing front of monument foundation and other showing bird’s eye view.
Size: 15” x 13.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Brick, concrete footing.
Condition: Has been folded into eighths.
Details: Two interment spaces shown, at bottom of “steps from central monument.” “From Ecclesiastical Department, Tiffany Studios, 46 West 23rd St, New York City.”
Size: 9.5” x 13.75”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone
Condition: Tiny tears on right, 1” piece missing near bottom right corner.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Grade line and measurements given for this blueprint. Grade line is 11-2.
Size: 12” x 14”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In red, along the right side of the blueprint, “see revised plan.”
Condition: Very good. Small holes all along the top of the blueprint.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Circular plot with sections divided radially. Names at six o’clock: “Sarah Cooper Hewitt; Eleanor; Erskine.” Name at four o’clock: “Amy H Green.” Space for more catacombs shown around the rest of the circular plot. Space for two catacombs at four o’clock. Drawings at top left show detail of Bronze Rings F.S. Drawings at bottom left of blueprint show smaller blueprint of waterproofing areas and layout of bronze rings F.S.
Size: 38” x 31”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze rings F.S.
Condition: Tears along left side of blueprint and corner are worn away. Folded into fourths. Holes on the left side of blueprint. Small hole in center of blueprint. The blueprint is taped along the right and bottom sides.
Details: Circular plot with column, monument, and tomb, and a fence around the perimeter.
Size: 18” x 18.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Stamped “H.Q. French & Son, 15 East 40th Street, New York.”
Condition: Several 1” tears on left. Small holes from clips on bottom.
Details: Circular plot with column, monument, and tomb, and a fence around the perimeter.
Size: 18” x 18.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Stamped “To be returned to H.Q. French & Son, 15 East 40th St, NYC.”
Condition: Hole on top from clip. Upper left corner missing. 2” tear on top. Small tears on left.
Details: Shows ¾ of the circular plot with “existing railing” around it. “Existing work” shown in the center. Four “approx. steps” in front.
Size: 35” x 24.25”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite block, brass anchors.
Condition: Crumpling all along all edges, especially top; small holes on left from clips.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Circular plot with sections divided radially. Names at six o’clock: “Sarah Cooper Hewitt; Eleanor; Erskine.” Name at four o’clock: “Amy H Green.” Column and space for two catacombs shown at twelve o’clock as well. Space for two catacombs at four o’clock. Drawings at bottom left of blueprint show that each two catacombs are two columns and two rows.
Size: 38” x 30.75”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Small tears on bottom and 1” piece missing; 4” tear on left; 1” tear on right.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Circular plot with sections divided radially. Names at six o’clock: “Sarah Cooper Hewitt; Eleanor; Erskine.” Name at four o’clock: “Amy H Green.” Column and space for two catacombs shown at twelve o’clock as well. Space for two catacombs at four o’clock. Drawings at bottom left of blueprint show that each two catacombs are two columns and two rows.
Size: 38” x 30.75”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Several 1” tears on bottom; bottom left corner missing; 12” tear on left and several 1” tears; holes from clips on right.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Circular plot with sections divided radially. Names at six o’clock: “Sarah Cooper Hewitt; Eleanor; Erskine.” Name at four o’clock: “Amy H Green.” Column and space for two catacombs shown at twelve o’clock as well. Space for two catacombs at four o’clock. Drawings at bottom left of blueprint show that each two catacombs are two columns and two rows.
Size: 38” x 30.75”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: In red pencil at twelve o’clock: Rectangular drawing with X in the center, with note: “new creation”?
Condition: 8” tears on left and right, 1” tears on top, many small tears on bottom and small pieces missing, ½” part of bottom corner gone, holes from clips.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Circular plot with sections divided radially. Names at six o’clock: “Sarah Cooper Hewitt; Eleanor; Erskine.” Name at four o’clock: “Amy H Green.” Column and space for two catacombs shown at twelve o’clock as well. Space for two catacombs at four o’clock. Drawings at bottom left of blueprint show that each two catacombs are two columns and two rows.
Size: 38” x 30.75”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Penciled in with arrow pointing to catacombs at four o’clock: Eiseles men brooke a chip off bottom slab in setting same.”
Condition: Many tiny tears on top and bottom.
Details: Circular plot with column, monument, and tomb, and a fence around the perimeter.
Size: 18” x 18.25”
Drawing Material: Tracing paper
Materials Noted: Concrete
Condition: Crumpling on all sides. Many tiny tears on left, and one small piece missing. Small holes from clips on bottom.
Scale: 1” = 4’
Details: Circular plot divided into six wedges with numbered rectangular spaces inside, #1-21.
Size: 24” x 22.25”
Drawing Material: Thick paper with pencil
Notes/Markings: Names listed: 2: Amy Hewett Green 5/28/1922, James Olive Green MD 3/12/1924; 3 John Cooper 5/29/1854; 4 Martha Cooper 1/21/1850; 5 John BL Cooper 4/29/1872; 6 Asbury W Kirk 3/13/1870; 7 Eleanor Garnier Hewitt 12/1/1924; 8 Erskine Hewitt 5/25/1938; 9 Abram Stevens Hewitt 1/21/1903, Sarah Amelia Hewitt 8/17/1912; 10 Thomas Kirk 10/12/1851, Sarah C Kirk 12/30/1855, Julia S Kirk Post 6/20/1868; 11 Rebecca Rayner 3/25/1862; 12 Menzies Rayner 11/24/1850; 13 Lucy Hewitt Pantaleoni (ashes) 8/28/1934; 14 Mary Ashley Hewett (ashes) 11/9/1945; 15 Maryon C Hewett 4/18/1941; 16 Peter Cooper Hewett 9/14/1921; 17 Sarah Cooper 1/12/1861; 18 Peter Cooper 4/12/1883; 19 Sarah B Cooper 12/22/1869; 20 Underground Vault: Cornelia R Cooper 3/22/1894, Peter Cooper 11/5/1865, Lloyd S Bryce 4/4/1917, Edith Cooper Bryce 5/1/1916, Edward Cooper 2/28/1905; 21 infant son of James O Green 3/29/1893; 7 Sarah C Hewitt 10/19/1930.
Condition: Somewhat crumpled.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Two square plans of back and front of the Well. The Well has a ledger above the roof that is 9’5” long and 5’5” long respectively. The Well walls are 1’6” thick and made of concrete.
Size: 31” x 17.5”
Drawing Material: Thick paper with pencil, black, blue, and red ink.
Materials Noted: Concrete, stone.
Notes/Markings: Top right side notes “Foundation walls to extend down 9’-0” below ground at center of front wall.” Handwritten measurements on the entire plan detailing the well width (left side of plan – 11’2” length and 5’2.” Notes on the inside of the Well drawing itself say, “From top of floor 6’-8” to top of wall” and also repeats the top right side note. “Top of concrete walls” is written in the upper left of the right side plan.
Condition: Bottom left corner missing. Right side of plan has staple holes along it and some minor tears in the top right corner. Plan is in good condition with colors and notes clearly visibly.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Vault details lays out measurements of the concrete wall and inner part of vault. Whole vault measurements are 12’6” x 11’2”.
Size: 12” x 14”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Typed on white paper with a handwritten signature and affixed to the blueprint on the bottom right is: “Plan for underground Vault and Ledger to be built in the Cooper Plot Green-Wood Cemetery for the Estate of Edith Cooper Bryce – R/R Mr. W. C. Grasseau, Supt. Green-Wood Cemetery.” Top right corner has the words “Order No.: 651” printed.
Condition: Very good. Small holes all along the top of the blueprint. Some small tears along the bottom of the blueprint.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Main diagram outlines “present vault” and “present headstone” along the bottom half of the circular plot. To the immediate left and right of the present vault are outlines for two “new vaults” with measurements of 7’8” x 2’8.” The bottom half of the innermost circle notes, “Foundation of present monument.” The upper half of the circle has plans for “proposed new vaults and column.” The left-hand side of the diagram has three smaller prints which are enlargements of the main plan details. One is named Bronze rings F.S. and the other two are enlarged vaults with the notes “waterproofing” and “bluestone” on them.
Size: 38.5” x 31.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bluestone, Bronze Rings F.S.
Notes/Markings: Pencil markings draw straight lines with “x’s” marked on them, through the main diagram with lot numbers 3937, 3933, 3935 also written in.
Condition: Fold lines horizontally and vertically are clearly seen, a taped rip along the bottom center of the blueprint exists and some wear along the bottom. Small puncture holes are visible along the left side of the blueprint.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Circular plot with two concentric circles of graves surrounding two graves in center for Peter Cooper and Sarah B Cooper. Names in outer circle: at 12 o’clock: Sarah Cooper 1/12/61; at 8-10 o’clock: Julia S Kirk Post died 6/18/1868; Sarah C Kirk died 12/28/1855; Thomas Kirk died 10/9/1851. Names in inner circle: at 2-4 o’clock: Edward Cooper died 2/25/1905; Cornelia R Cooper; Peter Cooper; Infant son of JO Green; at 6-7 o’clock: John Cooper; Martha Cooper; at 9 o’clock: Abram S Hewitt died 1/18/1903 “on bottom.” Size of graves ranges from 2’6” to 2’9” wide.
Size: 22” x 15”
Drawing Material: Thick paper with black ink
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Circular plot with two concentric circles of graves surrounding two graves in center for Peter Cooper and Sarah B Cooper. Names in outer circle: at 12 o’clock: Sarah Cooper 1/12/61; at 9 o’clock: Julia S Kirk Post died 6/18/1868; Sarah C Kirk died 12/28/1855; Thomas Kirk died 10/9/1851. Names in inner circle: at 2-4 o’clock: Edward Cooper died 2/25/1905; Cornelia R Cooper; Peter Cooper; Infant son of JO Green; at 6-7 o’clock: John Cooper; Martha Cooper; at 9 o’clock (“monument built over slate graves” “double slate grave one above the other”): Abram S Hewitt died 1/18/1903 “on bottom.” Size of graves ranges from 2’6” to 2’9” wide; at 10 o’clock: ashes of Lucy Hewitt Pantaleoni 8/28/1934.”
Size: 20.5” x 17”
Drawing Material: Drafting linen with black, red and green ink
Materials Noted: Slate
Notes/Markings: “Red lines indicate divisions as shown on cemetery map. Green lines indicate divisions as shown on family map.”
Condition: Crumpling on all edges. Small holes on top from clips.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: Circular plot with two concentric circles of graves surrounding two graves in center for Peter Cooper and Sarah B Cooper. Names in outer circle: at 12 o’clock: Sarah Cooper 1/12/61; at 8-10 o’clock: John BL Cooper 4/29, 1872; Asbury W Kirk 3/13/1870; Julia S Kirk Post died 6/18/1868; Sarah C Kirk died 12/28/1855; Thomas Kirk died 10/9/1851; Rebecca Rayner 3/15/1862; Mengies Rayner 11/24/1850. Names in inner circle: at 2-4 o’clock: Edward Cooper died 2/25/1905; Cornelia R Cooper; Peter Cooper; Infant son of JO Green; at 6-7 o’clock: John Cooper 5/29/1854; Martha Cooper 1/21/1850; at 9 o’clock (“monument built over slate graves” “double slate grave one above the other”): Abram S Hewitt died 1/18/1903 “on bottom.” Size of graves ranges from 2’6” to 2’9” wide.
Size: 22” x 15”
Drawing Material: Thick paper with black ink
Materials Noted: Slate
Condition: Pieces missing from bottom and bottom right corner, also on left side near top and bottom. Crumpling. Holes from clips on bottom.
Details: Includes Side Elevation, Front Elevation, One Half Plan, and Rear Elevation. Shows five steps up to monument.
Size: 14.5” x 18.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Pieces missing from upper right corner and all sides. Folded twice with tears along vertical fold. ½” tears on top.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Measurements of the side of the ledger are provided (11’2” for the top drawing with 12” for the top half of the ledger). “Joint” is written underneath the measurement. The lower drawing has measurements of 12’ x 6’.
Size: 12” x 13”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Polished” is written in the lower half of the blueprint. On the back in pencil is written, “Bryce (lat plan) 3932/37.”
Condition: Very good. Small holes all along the top of the blueprint.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Three rectangular sections for the tomb at bottom. Fence around the perimeter of plot. Column in center. “From Ecclesiastical Department Tiffany Studios, 46 W 23rd St, NYC.”
Size: 19.25” x 19”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Condition: Several 1” tears on left. Small holes from clips on top.
Details: Circular plot divided into six wedges. Wedge at 6-8 o’clock is 3932, containing seven rectangular sections.
Size: 21.25” x 12.75”
Drawing Material: Drafting linen
Condition: Small holes from clips on top.
Details: The plan shows a circular plot with five lots. Several graves and monuments are drawn, with the names and dates of those interred there included.
Size: 14.5”x15”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Materials Noted: Granite block
Condition: Good. Folded in quarters, wear along fold lines.
Scale: ⅛” = 1’
Details: No title block. Appears to be drawn by cemetery engineer - same hand as names and notes on reverse of numerous other drawings.
Size: 17” x 23”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Notes/Markings: Note on reverse in black ink, “Lots 7001 & Co. Van Rensselaer
Condition: Fair. Embrittlement throughout. Small tears at upper and lower edges. Reverse is darkened/discolored. Wrinkling particularly along upper edge. Left edge is bound with two staples, bound to original drawing on drafting linen.
Design/Style: Cross-section of vault indicates 5 vaults wide by 6 vaults high - only 5 vault fronts are inscribed with names of interred. Plan and section indicate large underground vault set into hillside, with smaller, ground-level monuments at surface.
Scale: ⅛” = 1’
Details: No title block. Appears to be drawn by cemetery engineer - same hand as names and notes on reverse of numerous other drawings.
Size: 17” x 23”
Drawing Materials: Black ink on drafting linen
Condition: Smudged and discolored along right edge. Lower right edge discolored. Left edge wrinkled and warped. Two staples along left edge, bound to blueprint copy of same drawing.
Design/Style: Cross-section of vault indicates 5 vaults wide by 6 vaults high - only 5 vault fronts are inscribed with names of interred. Plan and section indicate large underground vault set into hillside, with smaller, ground-level monuments at surface.
Scale: 1’ = 1’
Details: Approved stamp with red pencil: “Design No. 1688”
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze door
Condition: Folded lower right corner; tears; staple holes at top edge; discoloration on reverse.
Design/Style: Bronze door, rusticated stone blocks, “DALY” inscribed above door, crest of clock face and elk image above name. “BPO ELKS NO 1.”
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Approved stamp with red pencil: “Design No. 1688”
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Cast bronze ventilations
Condition: Good. Staple holes at the top edge.
Design/Style: Cast bronze ventilators are visible on the side. Rusticated stone.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Approved stamp with red pencil: “Design No. 1688”
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Condition: Staple holes at the top edge; some folds and tears.
Design/Style: Center rectangular windows.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Approved stamp with red pencil: “Design No. 1688”
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rubble masonry
Condition: Staple holes at the top edge; folded corners
Details: Approved stamp with red pencil: “Design No. 1688.” Space for three catacombs.
Size: 16” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Measurements in pencil; “Daly” noted on reverse; small pencil sketch of circular plot.
Condition: Worn and discolored; small tears on edges
Details: Approved stamp with red pencil: “Design No. 1688.” Catacombs arranged four high with two bronze handles on each.
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Rubble masonry, cast bronze, rosette handles, bronze frame
Notes/Markings: “Bronze” in red pencil at the top
Condition: Corners folded; tears along left edge; staple holes at top of blueprint
Details: Approved stamp with red pencil: “Design No. 1688”
Size: 18” x 24”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Daly” written on reverse
Condition: Edges creased; tears; staple holes on top edge
Details: No title block; handwritten in pencil is the note “7 leaf foundation, 3 feet from rear…” followed by illegible words.
Size: 20” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Pencil on tracing paper
Condition: Edges folded and creased; heavy creases elsewhere; missing pieces
Details: Reads, “Green-Wood Cemetery, Kindly stake for approval foundation for Daly vault as per plans. Stone, Gould, Farrington. Signed Hoffman, Aug 8 /14”
Size: 5.5” x 8.5”
Drawing Materials: Pencil on notepaper
Notes/Markings: Signed in blue pencil by superintendent. Stamp on reverse reads, “Received the Green-Wood Cemetery August 8 1914 3:29 PM BROOKLYN, NEW YORK” in purple ink.
Condition: Some folds and staple holes; wrinkling.
Details: 5 typed pages, all stamped with a pink “approved” stamp and signed in blue pencil by the superintendent, dated July 25, 1914. Bound with metal clips.
Size: 9” x 13.5”
Drawing Materials: Typing paper
Materials Noted: Granite, cement, bronze, glass, Tennessee marble
Condition: Good.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Revised November 1, 1921
Details: “Est No 6697”
Size: 20” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Includes a signature on the original blueprint and a stamp: “Accepted Nov 21 Harrison Granite Co”
Condition: The upper left corner is folded and staple holes are visible on the left side.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Revised November 1, 1921
Details: “Est No 6697”
Size: 20” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Includes a signature on the original blueprint and a stamp: “Accepted Nov 21 Harrison Granite Co”
Condition: The upper left corner is folded and staple holes are visible on the left side.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Revised November 1, 1921
Details: “Est No 6697”
Size: 20” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Gravel, granite, and tile
Notes/Markings: Line drawn in pencil to mark the lot. Includes a signature on the original blueprint and a stamp: “Accepted Nov 21 Harrison Granite Co”
Condition: The right corner is folded; staple holes are visible on the left side; tears are present on the bottom; creasing throughout.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Revised November 1, 1921
Details: “Est No 6697”
Size: 20” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Includes a signature on the original blueprint and a stamp: “Accepted Nov 21 Harrison Granite Co”
Condition: There is a fold in the upper right corner and staple holes on the left side. Folds and creases are visible at the bottom.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Date: Revised November 1, 1921
Details: “Est No 6697”
Size: 20” x 22”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze doors
Notes/Markings: Includes a signature on the original blueprint and a stamp: “Accepted Nov 21 Harrison Granite Co”
Condition: Has folds along the corners and staple holes on the left side.
Design/Style: Name is engraved above the entrance: “WITHERBEE-PEASLEE.”
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: Contains the note, “Drawn by F.B.D.” This blueprint shows the side elevation, ground plan, sketch view, and longitudinal section.
Size: 24” x 37”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Tile
Notes/Markings: Handwritten note in pencil on the reverse reads “Notified H.G. Co, Friday July 21/22 to look over foundation.” In ink, “Peaslee-Witherbee” and “15”.
Condition: Very worn; large tear down the center line; discoloration on reverse; deep folds throughout; small pieces missing.
Details: Nine paged typed form document with measurements/specifics typed into blank spaces with typewriter. Bound with metal and placed in a gray cover folder.
Size: 8 ½” x 11”
Drawing Materials: Paper
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, tile, and bronze
Notes/Markings: Some sections are crossed out by typewriter cross-hatching. Not signed.
Condition: Some discoloration; torn right edge on front cover; water damage and warping on front.
Details: A center line divides view of columns from view of front facade with door.
Size: 15” x 18.5”
Drawing Materials: Ink and colored marker/pen (brown, blue) on drafting linen
Condition: Staple holes are visible at the top. Edges are folded and the blueprint is discolored.
Design/Style: Greek revival, Ionic columns. “H. C. Miner” engraved above doors; “M” visible in door details. Rusticated stone.
Details: “Mausoleum for Hon. H. C. Miner”
Size: 19” x 27”
Drawing Materials: Ink on drafting linen
Condition: The right edge is folded; some discoloration is visible on the edges. Some wrinkles, smudges, and fingerprints are seen throughout the plan.
Design/Style: Greek revival; rusticated stone
Details: No title block. Notes include “Dotted lines indicate foundation walls” and “line of footings”.
Size: 19” x 27”
Drawing Materials: Ink and colored marker (brown, pink, blue) on drafting linen.
Condition: The right edge is folded and staple holes are visible. Additionally, wrinkling and discoloration is visible at the corners and edges. A water stain can be seen at the lower left.
Details: A center line divides the view of the rear facade and transverse view of the catacombs.
Size: 19” x 20”
Drawing Materials: Ink and colored marker/pen (brown, blue) on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: Slate
Condition: Staple holes at the top and folds along the edges.
Design/Style: Four catacombs stacked with slate slabs. Rusticated stone.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Size: 26.5” x 19”
Details: Shading in colored pen
Drawing Materials: Ink and colored pen(blue, brown) on drafting linen.
Materials Noted: Asphalt and concrete
Condition: Staple holes are visible on the right side. Also visible are discoloration, folded edges, and wrinkles.
Design/Style: Eight catacombs spaces are visible. Greek revival style.
Details: No title block; “Design No. 1816” stamped by superintendent but not filled in or signed.
Size: 30” x 37”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: A note reads, “See note on other section.” A window is marked.
Condition: Extensive tearing on edges; many pieces are embrittled or missing. There is a heavy fold along the top and discoloration on the reverse.
Design/Style: Greek revival style. A center window is located between two ionic columns. A sarcophagus is at ground level. Column details are enlarged on either side of the drawing.
Details: No title block. “DESIGN NO. 1816” stamped by superintendent but the stamp is not filled in or signed. “SCHEDULE OF SLATE” on the left side lists slate pieces, sizes, and locations.
Size: 30” x 36”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate
Notes/Markings: “These roof stores to be not less than 1’0” thick as indicated from main wall line.” At the bottom, a note handwritten in pencil reads, ‘1’6” foundation under floor.”
Condition: Extensive tear along edges; major fold across top; discoloration on reverse.
Design/Style: Greek revival. Ten visible sarcophagus spaces. Entablature detail enlarged on the side of the drawing.
Details: No title block. “DESIGN NO. 1816” is stamped and approved by the superintendent but the stamp is not filled in or signed. Detail of column is shown on the right side.
Size: 30” x 36”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: “Center line of column” and “joint” are noted.
Condition: Tearing on edge; small pieces missing; major fold across top.
Design/Style: Greek revival; two ionic columns.
Details: No title block. “Design no. 1816” is stamped. Numbers and measurements are marked in pencil on the drawing. On the reverse, “Fletcher” and small ground plans are sketched in pencil with measurements.
Size: 29” x 36”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Condition: Major tears along edges; folded to fit in folder drawer. Corner pieces are missing and other pieces are embrittled. Stained by water/coffee.
Details: No title block; stamped with “Design No. 1816.”
Size: 29” x 36”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Condition: Major tears along edges; creasing; one long crease to fit in folder drawer. Embrittled. Staple holes are visible on the right end. Lower left corner is missing.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Stamped with “Design no. 1816”
Size: 30” x 37”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Signed on the original: “Designer approved - Charles H. Fletcher” May 27, 1915
Condition: Extensive tearing along edges; pieces missing; long fold along top.
Design/Style: Greek Revival; ionic column cross-section is enlarged on the right side of the blueprint.
Details: No title block. Stamped with “Design no. 1816” by the superintendent. The stamp is located on the lower right of the blueprint, but it is not filled in or signed.
Size: 30” x 37”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Condition: Tearing along edges; lower right corner is missing a piece; long fold along top.
Design/Style: Greek revival.
Details: No title block. Stamped with “Design no. 1816”. Contains an enlarged diagram of column flutes.
Size: 30” x 37”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Condition: Extensive tearing along edges; lower right corner is missing a large piece; little pieces missing along edges; long fold along top becoming detached and embrittled.
Details: No title block. Stamped with “Design no. 1816”
Size: 30” x 37”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, bronze
Notes/Markings: “Foundation Floor” and measurements are marked in pencil along the bottom
Condition: Extensive tearing along edges; missing a piece of the lower right corner
Design/Style: Greek revival with Ionic columns at the front and interior Doric columns
Details: The plan shows the layout of the circular plot and each individual, numbered section. At the bottom of the plan is a reference section, which includes notes regarding the ownership and conveyances of each section.
Drawing Materials: Black ink on drafting linen
Condition: Good, few small holes along top edge.
Details: Diagram of 20 plots arranged in a sunburst pattern. On the left-hand side of the plan are notes regarding the ownership of each plot.
Size: 15” x 23”
Drawing Materials: Double-layered paper, black ink
Condition: Fair. Tears along edges, paper brittle, and stains along the bottom half.
Scale: NA
Size: 18” x 14 3/4”
Details: The plot diagram shows the layout of 18 plots in lots 10776-10787. Plots are arranged in a circular design with plots 1-12 surrounding plots 13-18. A paper with measurements is attached to the drawing. Writing on paper and diagram faded.
Drawing Material: Pencil on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: "Map of lots in Green-Wood Cemetery known as Nos 10776 to 10787. The property of the Minister Elders and Deacons of the Reformed P. Dutch Church of the City of New York 1857"
Condition: Fair, small tears on diagram
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 18” x 14 3/4”
Details: The diagram shows 18 plots for lots 10776-10787 with plots 1-12 surrounding plots 13-18. Other lots are outlined and labeled. Vernal Avenue is labeled to the north of the lots..
Drawing Material: Pencil and ink on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: "Map of lotsin Green-Wood Cemetery known as Nos. 10776-10787. The property of the Minister Elders and Deacons of the Reformed P. Dutch Church of the City of New York 1857", "Reference", "No 4 Nov 5/68 To John M. Bruce , executor of Abraham Child dec'd and also to Caroline F. McIlvain, Josephine W. Pike and Josephine M. Allen, grandchildren of Francis Child deceased.", "No 6 Church vault", No 7 Do", "No 8 (?).
Condition: Poor, tear down center of diagram and on bottom, bottom let cornor torn off
Design/Style: NA
Details: These specifications are broken down into sections, outlining the materials and style of the mausoleum. The document, while stamped, signed, and approved by Greenwood Cemetery, is not signed by Thomas Pitbladdo or his company.
Size: 8.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Thin tracing paper for typing with black typed ink.
Materials Noted: Granite, cement, mortar, slate, marble, concrete, and stone.
Condition: Excellent.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: There are two blueprints on this diagram. The top plan is the Front Elevation; it shows the outline of the doorway and front walls on either side of the door. The slabs making up the front are different sizes. The name of the mausoleum is shown in block capital letters: “THORNE SHAW.” The front of the roof is shown having a peaked top. The Plan below is an outline of the floor on the inside of the mausoleum. The outer wall is marked in a thicker white outline, and the doorway is also show in a faint line.
Size: 14” x 28.5”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite
Condition: Very good. The plans are rather faded but still readable. There are two holes along the top of the plan.
Details: Rear Elevation: This outlines the back of the mausoleum with the concrete wall slabs outlined. They are each different measurements and lead all the way up to the roof. Vertical Section: This view splits the section into various sections with a granite floor, marble areas, and the cement wall outline all leading to the peaked roof.
Size: 13” x 29”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone, granite, marble
Notes/Markings: The back of the plan is stamped with the name “EG SOLTMANN, Drawing Materials”. It also gives a New York address of “125 E42d St, NY.” There is also a pencil notation in the Vertical Section plan that reads, ‘Tablets to be 1½” thick where finishes.’
Condition: Very good. The top of the plan has four holes along it.
Details: This blueprint is split into two plans, a Side Elevation and a Longitudinal Section. Side Elevation: Much like the Rear Elevation plan, this view shows cement slabs making up the side wall up to the roof. Longitudinal Section: From this view we see the top step leading up into the mausoleum, but only the outline. This outline is in separate slabs leading back. A granite floor runs along the bottom and the roof is outlined and made of stone.
Size: 17” x 29”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone, granite
Notes/Markings: The Longitudinal Section plan has handwritten measurement changes along the bottom front and back of the plan.
Condition: Very good. There are holes along the top of the plan. There is also visible wear and tear along the edges of the plan. The bottom right side of the plan has a small chunk missing - this does not affect reading the plan at all.
Scale: 3/4" = 1'
Details: The most detailed part of this drawing is the front door, which features a low relief design of a vase on the bottom half and a patterned top half (possibly grillework or reinforced glass). A horizontal handle is centered in the door and "J.C. HOAGLAND" is engraved above the door, below a pediment containing a flower.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, stone
Notes/Markings: Title block; "No. 1". Vents and joints are indicated. The roof is made of "one stone."
Condition: Copy 1 is encapsulated in Mylar; Copy 2 is not and is in good condition.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The plan features one large drawing, and three smaller drawings above that. The main drawing illustrates the side elevation of the mausoleum, including some measurements and illustrations of bronze vents. The three small drawings illustrate the “Stone Tile Cover”, “Bronze Dowels”, and “Full Size of Joint”. The “Line of Bank” is shown cutting diagonally through the tomb.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Cement, bronze, stone
Notes/Markings: Title block; "No. 2".
Condition: Good. Some folding, and three small holes along the top edge.
Scale: 3/4" = 1'
Details: This drawing shows the rear roofs with part of the interior indicated by dotted lines.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone
Notes/Markings: Title block; "No. 3". Types of stone and placement of joints are specified.
Condition: Good, although with a small tear at the bottom, brad holes along the top, and slight discoloration in the top right corner.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: 9 catacombs shown. A band of leaf and scroll pattern is shown across the tomb, below “vault of glass mosaic”. The top of the vault is a Guastavino-style arch with “gilt bronze rosette” in center.
Size: 19 ½" x 26"
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Gravel, concrete, bronze, glass
Notes/Markings: Title blocks; "No. 4"
Scale: 3/4" = 1'
Details: See Item D in this series. This copy includes the names and dates of the individuals entombed in each crypt.
Materials Noted: See Item D in this series.
Notes/Markings: Title block; "No. 4".
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan features a cross-section of the mausoleum, illustrating the nine vaults with bronze handles, domed roof, layer of waterproofing, glass mosaic, bronze rosette, decorative details, and the foundation.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint and photocopy
Materials Noted: Gravel, tile, bronze, concrete, glass, gilt bronze
Notes/Markings: Title block; "No. 6".
Condition: Good. Small holes along top edge, some folding at bottom left corner.
Scale: 3/4" = 1'
Details: This plan shows two rooms within the mausoleum. The first room is the entry vestibule with side windows. The back room contains crypts (labeled as niches). Details in the entry vestibule include a Guastavino arch, a vaulted ceiling with glass mosaic, carved moulding, and a rosette. The grade line is indicated, as are the air spaces below ground.
Drawing Material: Copy 1 is a blueprint and Copy 2 is a photocopy.
Materials Noted: Gilt bronze, glass mosaic, brick, loose stone/gravel, solid stone, and concrete.
Notes/Markings: Title block; "No. 5." Legend of materials.
Condition: Good. Three brad holes and slight wrinkling.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This blueprint features four drawings: on the left is a foundation plan, on the right are three cross-sections of different parts of the foundation. The three areas shown are labeled with letters and marked with dotted lines on the foundation plan.
Size: 42” x 24 ½”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, gravel
Condition: Good. Some small tears along the bottom edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan features two drawings, the foundation plan and ceiling plan. The ceiling features a blue mosaic with gilded bronze rosette at the center, surrounded by a design made of gold glass.
Size: 19 ½” x 26"
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Gold glass, blue mosaic, gilded bronze
Condition: Good. Some small holes along top edge.
Details: Shows cemetery roadway and location of mausoleum on lot.
Drawing Material: Black and red ink on drafting linen.
Condition: Smudges along the edges and fold creases. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an overhead view of the mausoleum. It illustrates three niches at the rear, two circular niches on the sides, one step up to the door, and the bronze front door. The design of the floor, featuring green marble, a marble mosaic, and granite border, is also shown.
Size: 19 ½” x 26”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint and photocopy.
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble, green marble, granite
Notes/Markings: Title block; "No. 7".
Condition: Good. Three small holes along top edge.
Scale: 3/4" = 1'
Details: Both copies show the roof from an aerial perspective. The roof over the main part of the mausoleum measures 17'1" wide and 14'7" deep and is made of one stone. The roof over the entrance measures 14'4" wide and is made with three stones. Copy 2 includes handwritten notes reading "no joint" across the main roof.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone
Notes/Markings: Title block; "No. 8".
Condition: Both have brad holes along the top; Copy 1 also has slight discoloration.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows one large drawing of the roof plan, and two small drawings of the side, front and rear elevations of the roof stones. Some measurements and architectural details are shown.
Size: 19" x 26"
Drawing Materials: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Stone
Condition: Fair. 4” tear in bottom edge, piece missing from bottom edge, small tears throughout.
Details: 5-page contract, including cover page, discussing the materials to be used and construction process.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on paper
Materials Noted: Stone, concrete (Atlas cement, clean sharp sand, and clean broken granite).
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Front of mausoleum is shown to have two pillars and two Doric columns on the stairs leading up to the base of the roof. The entrance doors contain a decorative motif; above them and between the columns is carved “NASH”. The top of the roof features three decorative elements.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signature of Green-Wood superintendent is located in the lower-right corner.
Condition: Fair. 1” tear on the left side; 3” tear at the top; staple holes along the top; creases at the bottom.
Scale: Not stated
Details: This plan shows the right side of the mausoleum. The steps leading up to the entrance are shown, as is the top of the column and two of the roof decorations.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signature of Green-Wood superintendent is located in the upper-right corner. “Nash 15978” is handwritten in pencil on the reverse; “NASH” is handwritten in pen on the reverse.
Condition: Fair. Tears along the bottom; holes in the lower- and upper-right corners and on the left side; horizontal crease mark through the center of the plan.
Scale: Not stated.
Details: This sectional view shows the design of the catacombs. An air space is noted between the catacombs and the back wall; the back wall’s dimensions are given and it is to be made of concrete. Dimensions are also provided for the base of the back wall and the base of the steps. The grade line is shown, as are vents and the tenoned joints.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Materials Noted: Concrete.
Notes/Markings: Signature of Green-Wood superintendent is located in the upper-right corner.
Condition: Fair. Small tears along the bottom edge; staple holes in the upper- and lower-right corners; hole in the left center edge; horizontal crease running through the plan.
Scale: Not stated.
Details: Dimensions provided for the thickness of the roof, height of catacombs, and the width of the walls. This mausoleum is built into a hill, so this plan shows the groundline.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signature of Green-Wood superintendent is located in the bottom-right corner.
Condition: Fair. Creases and small tears along bottom and right edges; holes in the bottom-left and bottom-right corners and at the top; stain on the left side.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan contains two drawings. The top drawing is a general outline of the mausoleum, with dimensions provided for the outer and inner walls, steps, vestibule, and tomb holdings. The bottom drawing is a stepped elevation plan detailing the groundline mentioned in the transverse section.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite.
Notes/Markings: The drawing type, name of mausoleum, architectural firm and address, and scale are handwritten at the bottom of the plan.
Condition: Poor – now encapsulated in mylar.
Scale: Not stated
Date: Not stated
Details: This plan shows the ground layout of the mausoleum, noting the entrance stairs, columns, and crypts.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Signature of Green-Wood superintendent is located in the upper left corner.
Condition: Fair. Small tears along top and bottom edges; staple holes in the upper left and right corners.
Details: Letter: Letterhead reads “The Davis Granite Co 425 Fifth Avenue, New York” with an image of Winged Victory to the left, under which is written “memorials”. The letter was written to answer an inquiry posed by a Mr. Johnson of Green-Wood about the mausoleum’s joints.
Specifications Document: Typewritten in standard form document; discusses general conditions, materials, and ornamental additions.
Size: Letter: 8.5” x 11”
Specifications Document:
Drawing Material: Letter: Typewritten on Davis Granite Co letterhead; watermarked; signed in ink.
Specifications Document: Typewritten on thin paper and bound with two metal clasps.
Materials Noted: Specifications Document: Granite, concrete, slate, marble, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Specifications Document: Each page is stamped and signed by Green-Wood’s superintendent. Red pencil markings on one page.
Condition: Letter: Some staining, staple holes, and folding creases.
Specifications Document: Some smudges at the top and bottom of the document; bottom right corners are folded up.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of a circular plot enclosed by a fence and posts. There is room for 10 interments and a monument in the center of the plot. The individual plots are numbered in red pen and the names of three interments are written in black ink.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with tears in the bottom right corner. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of a circular plot enclosed by a fence and posts. There is room for 32 interments and a monument in the center of the plot. The individual plots are numbered in red pen. The monument, itself enclosed by a fence and posts, rests on a stepped base and is supported by a four-sided pedestal in the shape of an “X”.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on linen
Condition: Discoloration throughout; 3 vertical crease marks. Encapsulated in mylar.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of a circular plot enclosed by a fence and posts. There is room for 32 interments and a monument in the center of the plot. The individual plots are numbered in red pen. The monument, itself enclosed by a fence and posts, rests on a stepped base and is supported by a four-sided pedestal in the shape of an “X”.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: “13533/36” written in pencil on the right side.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with tears and missing pieces along the border. Encapsulated in mylar.
Scale: ⅛” = 1’
Details: This plan lays out the graves in a grid, with each grave numbered in red pen (125 graves total). 12 graves are marked “vacant”, and the foundation for the flagpole is noted at the top of the diagram.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black and red ink on drafting paper.
Notes/Markings:”13533/13536” and “13533/13536 NY Volunteers” written in pencil on the reverse.
Condition: Poor. Extremely embrittled throughout; missing pieces along the edges; tears along bottom and left edge. Stains and discoloration on both sides of the paper.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of a circular plot enclosed by a fence and posts, with the entrance noted. There is room for 25 graves and a monument in the center of the plot. The graves are laid out in three rows with 8 graves in the first row, 9 graves and the monument in the second row, and 8 graves in the third row. The dimensions of each grave are noted in black ink and each grave is numbered in red ink. The names and death dates are given for 15 interments. Some names/dates are written in black ink and others were added later in pencil or blue ink.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper stamped with “Keuffel & Esser Co. Universal Germany” on the side.
Notes/Markings: “Lots 24290 to 293 Section H Owned by Heirs of Josiah O. Low” written in black ink in the lower right corner; “24290” written in pencil in the upper left corner; “MONUMENT” written in pencil in the center of the left side; “HEIRS OF JOSIAH O. LOW” written in pencil beneath the tear on the right side. “Lots 24290 &co ‘Low’ Owner” written in black ink on the reverse.
Condition: Poor. Embrittled with two large tears in the lower right corner measuring 4” and 14”, mended with tape. One small rip on the right side; creases and discoloration throughout.
Scale: Not stated.
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of a rectangular plot enclosed by a fence with the entrance noted. There is room for 84 interments. Jacob Tartter’s grave is placed in the center of the plot and takes up two spaces. The two graves on either side of his grave are not used; instead, they form the foundation for Tartter’s monument. The graves are laid out in five rows with 17 graves in the top four rows and 16 graves in the last row. Each grave is numbered in red ink.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink and red pen on linen paper watermarked with “Weston’s Linen Record Paper 1885."
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: The top of the plan reads “Cemetery of R∴L∴ La Sincérité, No. 373 F & AM.” “No. 25007 à 25012, inclusif” is written on the top left of the plan and “Border Ave. Section No. 199” is written on the top right. At the bottom left in black ink it reads “For use of Superintendent of Interments” and the bottom right continues with “of Green Wood Cemetery. Brooklyn, N.Y.” Written in red pen in Tartter’s grave is the note, “This is specially set aside as grave for J. Tartter and comprises No. 43 and No. 60.” The two graves on either side of Tartter’s grave have the note, “This Grave is condemned and serves as part foundation for the Tartter Monument.” The back of the plan has two notes in pencil: “#25007&c” and “25007/12” and one note written in cursive in black ink: “La Sincerite Lodge.”
Condition: Fair. Two small tears at the top of the plan have been mended with tape and there are wrinkles throughout. The back is discolored.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This drawing shows both lots enclosed by a fence with posts. The lot on the left, Lot 29831, belongs to Richard Ravenhall. The lot on the right, Lot 26516, belongs to Mary A. Ravenhall. Their names, along with the lot and section numbers, are engraved at the front of their plots. A monument is placed at the back of each lot, with Richard’s monument measuring twice the size of Mary’s. Lot 29831 has space for seven graves. Four graves are vacant; grave 1 belongs to “Jennie,” grave 3 to “Mother,” and grave 7 to “Peter.” Lot 26516 holds six graves, all of which are vacant except for grave 2, which holds “Peter and Mary A. Ravenhall.” Measurements for each lot and grave are written in red ink.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black and red ink on linen.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Written in red ink on the reverse: “29831” and “26516.”
Condition: Good. Wrinkles throughout and slight discoloration along the edges.
vScale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan is similar to Item A, except that Lot 29831 only has 6 graves instead of 7.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black and red ink on linen with additions in pencil.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Written in pencil in Grave 1, Lot 29831: “5/17/02.” Written in pencil in Grave 4, same lot: “Edith 10/4.” Written in black ink in Grave 5, same lot: “Ashes of Richard Ravenhall, Jr. interred Jan. 18, 1940.” Written in faded pencil in Grave 1, Lot 26516: “6/3/28 Bell.” Written in pencil in Grave 3, same lot: “11/30/28 M.A. [illegible].” Written in pencil next to Grave 3 in same lot: “1/2/29.” On the reverse, in pencil, is the note “26516, 29831.”
Condition: Fair. Wrinkles and creases throughout, with one large fold crease running diagonally across the upper left corner. Slight discoloration along the edges.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the circular plot owned by George H. Smith, M.D. and his wife. The plot can hold 35 graves, plus a monument in the center. A table in the upper left corner of the plan provides room to write the names of each interment as they correspond to their graves. Each grave is numbered and its dimensions provided. Graves 23 and 24 seem to have been originally drawn so that they mirror Graves 1 and 2; that is, they were originally drawn flush together but then redrawn to suit the circular plan.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on linen.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: Written in black ink in Grave 1: “Tinie Maria Smith / July 16, 1925.” Written in Grave 7: “Emma S. Millar / June 30, 1936.” Written in Grave 35: “Willard L. Smith / Jan. 9, 1936.” On the reverse, written in pencil along two edges: “26675” and along one edge: “26675/8.”
Condition: Fair. Wrinkles and creases throughout with the lower left corner bent upward. Slight discoloration along the edges.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan is a revised drawing of Item A. Grave 1 has been moved closer to the center monument and several of the other graves have new dimensions. The names of the interred are no longer written in the graves, but are instead written or typed in the table located in the upper left corner. Graves 1-7, 9-11, 13, 20, 29, 33, and 35 are occupied.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on linen with additions in pen and pencil.
Materials Noted: None specified.
Notes/Markings: A notation in red pencil in Grave 33 reads “9/19/66.”
Condition: Poor. Wrinkles and creases throughout, with one large fold crease in the lower left corner and a rip in the lower left edge. Slight discoloration along the edges and staining on the upper left edge and center right edge.
Details: This document lists the heirs of Tinie Maria Smith, widow of George H. Smith, M.D., to Lots 26675-78. It also stipulates who is to receive which grave and who is allowed to be interred in the remaining graves not filled by heirs.
Size: 9” x 13”
Drawing Material: Black and red typewritten ink on bond paper.
Notes/Markings: “26675/78” is handwritten in red ink in the lower right corner and on the reverse in pencil. The reverse is stamped with the following note: “Received / The Green-Wood Cemetery / Aug 30 11:58 AM 26 / Brooklyn, New York”.
Condition: Good. Several sets of staple holes are visible at the top and there are crease marks throughout the document as a result of being folded.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: The base of the mausoleum is of rougher masonry than the rest of the building, which is constructed in ashlar masonry. There is one step leading to the front of the building; two buttresses rest upon the step and frame the door. The lintel is carved with the name LONGMAN and intricate carvings on either side of the name extend down the buttresses. There is a solid pediment at the front.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: The size of the mausoleum is 12’ wide by 20’ deep by 15’9” high.
Condition: Good. Staple and brad holes are visible on the left side where it had been bound with other drawings.
Scale: Most likely 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the left side of the mausoleum, with the rear of the building on the left side of the plan and the entrance on the right. The rough and ashlar masonry are visible, as is the carving on the left buttress. A window measuring 2’6” wide by 3’6” tall is cut in the center-right portion of the mausoleum; the top of the window aligns with the top of the buttress and bottom of the cornice at the front of the building. According to the specifications document, this is a stained glass window.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: The length of the mausoleum, from front to rear, is 20’. A note in the roof reads “Pat. Mar. 10, 1903”.
Condition: Good. Staple and brad holes are visible on the left side where it had been bound with other drawings.
Scale: Most likely 1” = 1’
Details: The base is constructed of rough stone, and the rest of the building is smooth. The pediment is solid.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Good. Staple and brad holes are visible on the left side where it had been bound with other drawings.
Scale: Mostly likely 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows five catacombs extending from the center of the mausoleum to the rear, each stacked on top of the other with 1 ½” shelves separating them. Dimensions are provided for the roof and walls. A window with a decorative frame is drawn in the front half of the mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Good. Staple and brad holes are visible on the left side where it had been bound with other drawings.
Scale: Most likely 1” = 1’
Details: The interior of this mausoleum contains fifteen catacombs (3 columns of 5). Each one measures 2’2”. Measurements are provided for the floor, height of the catacombs, walls, roof, and air space.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Wainscot.
Condition: Good. Staple and brad holes are visible on the left side where it had been bound with other drawings.
Scale: Most likely 1” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum. The three columns of catacombs are shown on the left side and the entrance space with two symmetrically-placed windows is on the right. Measurements are provided for the width of the walls, space between catacombs, width of windows, width of door and entrance, length of entrance space, and length of mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Good. Staple and brad holes are visible on the left side where it had been bound with other drawings.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This drawing shows the fifteen catacombs within the mausoleum. Five of them have the names and death dates of those interred and one contains handwritten notes in pencil.
Drawing Material: Black ink on linen with penciled notations added later.
Notes/Markings: “Drawn by J.L.M.” The penciled notation reads, “Exact size 7’5” x 32” x 6” / Max size box 7’x 91” x 25”.”
Condition: Good. Slight discoloration throughout.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This is a copy of Item G, without the penciled notations.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “Drawn by J.L.M.”
Condition: Good.
Details: Typewritten in standard form document; discusses general conditions, dimensions, materials, and ornamental additions.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on thin paper.
Materials Noted: Light granite, stone, slate, marble, fine light veined marble, stained glass, bronze, plate glass.
Notes/Markings: Handwritten in pencil on the first page is the note, “4th Copy / Longman / C.E.T. 3/1/05” and the first page contains “Walter Longman” written in cursive in black ink.
Condition: Good. Two metal brads and embrittled paper were removed, leaving holes at the top of each page.
Details: The entrance to this mausoleum is reached by a set of three stairs, upon which rest four smooth Ionic columns (two on either side of the doors). Each entrance door has a horizontal handle in the center, above which are two vertically-stacked windows with grille work. Below each handle is an intricate carving of a wreath set into a square frame. The year “1898” is carved above the door, and “WILSON” is carved into a raised square in the frieze. Metopes and triglyphs decorate the frieze. The pediment is solid. Each course is labeled with a letter; there are 8 total (the stairs are “A” and the cornice is “H”).
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze.
Notes/Markings: Measurements are provided for the stairs, column bases, doors, and courses. A mostly illegible stamp and signature of approval are located beneath the title block; it was signed by Green-Wood Superintendent Eugene Cushman on March 26, 1898. The columns are to be “polished” and there is a note for the capitals: “See detail.” The square where “1898” is carved is to be sunk, and the square where “Wilson” is carved is to be raised (“See detail”). There are also notes to “see detail” for the triglyphs. A faded red stamp on the reverse reads: “SUN PRINT AND COMPO-BOARD D[--] / 146 W. 46th St. | E. G. SOLTMANN DRAWING MATERIALS / 119 Fulton Street, New York”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes on the left and a tear along the right edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the left side of the mausoleum, with the building’s front facing the right edge of the plan. Courses A – H are indicated and the outermost column is shown resting on the top of three steps.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: Measurements provided for courses A, B, F, G, and H, as well as for the stairs, entryway, and length of the roof. A note concerning the capital and frieze says “See full size detail.” A faded handwritten note in blue pencil, near the bottom of the plan, reads: “Lot 29704 & 29705 Section 196.” Green-Wood Superintendent Eugene Cushman signed and approved the plan on March 26, 1898 (located on the right side of the plan). The same red stamp located on the back of Item A is found on the reverse of this plan.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes on the left side and crease marks on the right. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan shows the rear of the mausoleum, noting a window cut into courses D – F with bronze grille protecting it.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze grille, bronze screen.
Notes/Markings: Signature of approval by Green-Wood Superintendent Eugene Cushman (dated March 26, 1898) located on the right side of the plan. Measurements provided for each course, the window, two bronze screens, and the cornice. The same red stamp located on the back of Item A is found on the reverse of this plan.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan shows the interior of the mausoleum as if the viewer were looking into the building with the entrance behind them. The window located in the rear wall is shown to have an intricate glass design. Space for six catacombs is shown.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, marble tile, slate, marble, art glass.
Notes/Markings: Signature of approval by Green-Wood Superintendent Eugene Cushman (dated March 26, 1898) located on the right side of the plan. Vents, air space, ventilators, lugs, and grade line are all indicated. The same red stamp located on the back of Item A is found on the reverse of this plan.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes, plus crease marks, along the left edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan shows the interior of the mausoleum as if the viewer were standing in front of the left wall and looking in. The stairs, column, and bronze doors are shown, as are three catacombs and the rear window. The construction underground is also shown.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, marble tile, marble, bronze doors, bronze grille, art glass frame, granite.
Notes/Markings: Signature of approval by Green-Wood Superintendent Eugene Cushman (dated March 26, 1898) located on the right side of the plan. Notes added later in pencil read “One drip in middle” and “One [vent] in each slab in middle.” The same red stamp located on the back of Item A is found on the reverse of this plan.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge. There is a rip in the lower left corner and tears and missing pieces on the bottom and right edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan combines a general outline with sections of the part of the building that is underground (specifically, a section of “Course A” and the granite platform.)
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite.
Notes/Markings: Signature of approval by Green-Wood Superintendent Eugene Cushman (dated March 26, 1898) located in the bottom right corner of the plan. The floor line, bottom line of catacombs, end of catacombs, center line of plan, line of top bed, and line of footing are all indicated.
Condition: Embrittled and wrinkled throughout with small tears at the top and discoloration on the back. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan provides a general outline of the mausoleum with portions of the building below the grade line shown in section.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blue pencil on paper.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge and pieces missing along the top and bottom edges. Tears on the right side had been taped up on the back. Discoloration visible on the reverse and at the upper right corner. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan provides a more detailed overview of the foundation than Items F and G.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, marble tile, brick, art glass, bronze, and slate.
Notes/Markings: Signature of approval by Green-Wood Superintendent Eugene Cushman (dated March 26, 1898) located at the right side of the plan. Above the signature is the “Granite Schedule Course E,” which provides the measurements for various portions of the walls, labeled with numbers 1 – 9.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge. Large portions of the bottom edge and upper left corner are missing and/or falling off. Crease marks and wrinkles are visible on the left and right edges, and there are holes and visible discoloration on the right edge. The reverse is discolored and contains many pieces of tape, along with “(9) Wilson” and “Wilson 29704” written in pencil. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan shows a simple outline of the mausoleum and its place within Lots 29704-29705. Below this drawing is a diagram of the grade line, with measurements provided for both diagrams.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with pieces missing from the bottom, fold lines throughout, and staple holes in the right corners. The reverse is discolored and has “Wilson” written in pencil. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan shows the outline of the mausoleum, with measurements given for the width of the walls, length of the floor, entryway, and catacomb section.
Size:
Drawing Material: Black ink on linen with red ink and red and gray penciled notations.
Notes/Markings: “Line of Footing” and “Line of Top Bed” written in black ink; “Outside of excavation” written in pencil. Gray and red pencil marks were added later. On the reverse, “Wilson Vault” is written in black ink.
Condition: Crease marks and discoloration throughout; staple holes in the lower left corner and the right corner is bent up.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This drawing outlines the Jones’ plot. There are 20 graves and a 6’ x 6’ monument at the top-center of the plot.
Size: 12” x 13”
Drawing Material: Black ink on tracing paper with notations in red pen.
Notes/Markings: “18061 & 26300” written in pencil on the reverse.
Condition: Fair. Discoloration and wrinkles throughout with the lower-left corner torn and bent up.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This sketch shows 10 fewer graves than the final sketch; they are also placed differently. The monument is still 6’ x 6’ but is closer to the center.
Size: 11” x 13”
Drawing Material: Pencil on brown paper.
Notes/Markings: “18061—26300” and “#26300” written in pencil on the reverse.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with a 2.5” tear at the bottom. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the general dimensions of the mausoleum: 12’ wide from side to side by 19’7” long from front to rear. The width of the walls and the width and length of the catacombs are also provided. The ground line is noted on either side of the building.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: In the title block: “Volkening Order No. 2715 / Stock Concord.” Written in pencil on the reverse are the notes “Volkening,” “30687/88,” and a series of numbers in three columns.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes on the left and tears along the left, top, and bottom edges. Approximately 7 inches is missing from the right side. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: The front of the mausoleum contains two bronze doors with grille work above the door handles and carvings below. The doors are framed by two Doric columns resting on one step. “VOLKENING” is cut into the architrave above the door, and a sunburst design is above the name. Two intricate reliefs are cut into the frieze, and the pediment contains carvings of palm fronds. The surface of the building is rusticated. The general size of the mausoleum, in addition to listing the width and length noted in Item A, notes the height as 16’.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: In the title block: “Volkening Order No. 2715 / Stock Concord.” Contains the stamp and signature of approval of Green-Wood Superintendent W. C. Grassau in the lower right corner.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes on the left side and tears along the top and bottom edges. The lower left corner and entire right edge of the plan are folded over. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This drawing shows the rusticated left side of the mausoleum with a window measuring 2’x 3’11” near the front of the structure. According to the specifications document, there are two stained glass windows – one on each side of the mausoleum.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge and tears along the bottom, right, and top edges. The lower left corner and entire right edge of the plan are folded over. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This drawing shows the rusticated rear elevation.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge and tears along the bottom and right edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1”= 1’
Details: This section shows the back half of the mausoleum where the catacombs are located. There are 15 catacombs (five rows of three), each measuring 2’8” wide x 2’2” high. The base of the walls are 1’4” thick, and the remainder of the walls measure 1’ thick.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge and tears along the bottom, right, and top edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This drawing outlines the catacombs on the left and the vestibule (with window) and entrance on the right. The height of the doors is 6’10” and the Doric columns are to be “round and polished.”
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge and tears along the bottom and right edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum. The width of each catacomb is 2’8” and they are 7’6” long. The windows are 2’ wide. Each floor panel (3 total) within the vestibule is 9’ wide and 7’6” long. The general dimensions for the mausoleum are noted, as are the measurements for the columns and the entryway.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Materials Noted: Marble, granite
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. Written in black ink within the vestibule is a schedule: “Floor 2 in thick / Wainscot, Tablets 1 ¼ in / Ceilings 1 ½ in / All marble not less than 1 ¼” / Granite walls 1 ft.” On the reverse, written in pencil, is the note, “30687/30688.”
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the left edge and tears along the bottom, right, and top edges. Pieces are missing from the lower left corner. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: 5 pages long, including a cover page with “Estate of Bertha Volkening” signed in black ink. This document discusses the general conditions and dimensions of the mausoleum, along with notes on the foundation, granite, interior, bronze, and windows.
Size: 8.5” x 13”
Drawing Material: Typewritten on bond paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, slate, marble, light veined Italian marble, bronze, stained glass, plate glass.
Notes/Markings: Each page contains the stamped and signed approval by W. C. Grassau, Green-Wood Superintendent, on March 11, 1909.
Condition: Staple and brad holes are visible at the top of each page. The cover page is discolored and smudged; each page contains crease lines from being folded in quarters.
Scale: 1” = 8’
Details: This plan provides an overview of the Lake-Baker Vault as it is situated in Section 148. It is located at the intersection of Sage and Viburnum Paths, near Lots 21228 and 22439. It is adjacent to the Adams Vault. The entrance and location of a tulip tree and a pine tree are noted. Space for additional graves is plotted out.
Size: 13” x 17”
Drawing Material: Pencil on drafting vellum.
Notes/Markings: “Dotted lines indicate proposed addition / Area of addition = 529 sq. ft. / Cost of addition - $2800.” A compass is drawn in the upper left corner.
Condition: Very good. A few wrinkles are visible toward the bottom of the drawing, and there is a mark at the top left by a metal paperclip.
Scale: 1” = 8’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Size: 13” x 17”
Drawing Material: Paper reproduction.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Very good. Some copies are stained or discolored, but it does not affect the readability of the drawing.
Details: In addition to the information provided in Items A and B, this drawing details the square footage of the lot and includes measurements from the vault to the streets and adjacent lots.
Size: 17” x 17”
Drawing Material: Pencil on paper. Drawn on the back of a map of Green-Wood which shows where numerous mausoleums are located.
Notes/Markings: On the right side of the drawing is a list of the square footage of each section of the vault, equaling 529 square feet. Below that is a math equation showing that “529 sq. ft. @ $5.30 # ft. [=] $2800.”
Condition: Very good. Small smudge near the top of the drawing.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Three steps lead to the entrance door of this mausoleum. Framing the door are two columns with decorated capitals but no base. The columns support an arch that is intricately decorated with carvings. Above the arch is a frieze with sculptural festoons. A pilaster on the outer side of each column is also decorated with sculptural ornaments in the shape of a woman’s head. The roof is topped with a dome containing a fanlight window in the base. The general dimensions of the mausoleum are 19’ side to side by 18’6” front to rear by x 29’3” base to roof.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: Signed and approved by William Ulmer, Catharine Ulmer, C.E. Tayntor & Co. and Pres. G.S. Hoagland. In the title block: “Design No. 2018.”
Condition: Embrittled throughout with small tears at the bottom and top and staple holes at the top. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The right side of the mausoleum is outlined in this drawing. Another fanlight window is in the base of the domed roof. The base of the mausoleum appears to rise up at an angle, and the side of the building is smooth rather than in courses. A second set of pilasters in the back of the mausoleum mirror the decoration of the ones in front, excepting the sculpture of the woman’s head.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Condition: See Item A in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the fanlight window in the dome’s base, the carved structures supporting the dome, and a rounded arch window at the rear of the mausoleum.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Condition: See Item A in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This section view provides an interior look of the back of the mausoleum. The rounded arch window is here framed by small Doric columns supporting an arch decorated with sculptures; these columns are resting on the top of three catacombs. There are twelve more catacombs – six on each side. Numerous measurements are provided for various parts of the building.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Condition: See Item A in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This section view shows six catacombs located to the left of the entrance; topping them is a horizontal sculptural ornament made of glass. The three catacombs and columns/arch mentioned Item D are seen at the far right of the drawing.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Materials Noted: Glass, brass rods.
Condition: See Item A in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum. The entrance steps, columns, catacombs, and rear window are noted.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Notes/Markings: Written in pencil on the reverse: “Ulmer” and “30842/45.” Also written on the back, in blue pencil, is “Ulmer.”
Condition: See Item A in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The foundation plan, which takes up the majority of the paper, shows a simple outline of the mausoleum as seen from the top looking down. Below this plan is a cross section of the foundation, extending 4’6” and 3’6” deep.
Size:
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: Regarding the cross section: “Level, even with surface of lot at lowest point on building.”
Condition: See Item A in this series.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: The front of the mausoleum includes four steps leading to the entrance. On the top step rests two rectangular blocks, their front panels carved with decorations and the letter “L”. Each block supports two columns with bases and carved capitals, which in turn support a frieze with “JOHN LOSTER” cut in large raised letters. The pediment is solid and the roof is topped with an antefix containing an anthemion ornament.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: A stamped and signed approval by W. C. Grassau, Green-Wood Superintendent, is located in the lower right corner. From the title block: “Order No. 2495 / Stock: Hallowell.” The overall dimensions of the mausoleum are 20’ wide (side to side) x 28’ long (front to rear) x 17’ high. The door measures 3’2” wide and 6’10” tall. The front panels of the blocks are to be “carved, Front and Rear of Bldg” and the family name is to be “Raised ½” (full)”.
Condition: Discolored along the left edge and missing the lower right corner. Small rips along the bottom and right edges.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: The side of the mausoleum shows that the construction is smooth, without defined courses. The four steps leading to the entrance are continued around the building, and the columns and pilasters in the front of the building are mirrored at the rear. The pilasters have fluted capitals. Additionally, the antefix visible from the front elevation is also included in the back.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: A stamped and signed approval by W. C. Grassau, Green-Wood Superintendent, is located in the lower right corner. From the title block: “Order No. 2495 / Stock: Hallowell.”
Condition: Discoloration along the left edge; stains along all four edges; and small rips at the bottom and right edges.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: The rear of the mausoleum is similar to the front, except there is a rounded arch window instead of a door. The antefix, shown in the side elevation, is not depicted here.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. “Columns removed to show pilasters.” The window measures 3’ wide and 4’7” tall and the bottom is set 3’9” from the top step.
Condition: Discoloration along the bottom and right edges; stains throughout; title block is smudged; small rips along the bottom.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the interior of the back half of the mausoleum. Visible in this drawing are the rear window and several sets of columns with carved capitals on either side of the building. There are four sarcophagi – two on each side. The left side of the plan shows that one is above ground and the other is below.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. Notes added later in black ink note that the sarcophagi are to be “finished” and the thickness of the floor is 1’.
Condition: See Item C in this series.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan reveals more columns located within the mausoleum than are shown in the transverse section. Various measurements and dimensions are provided.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Materials Noted: Granite floor.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. “Platform 8’3 ½” to front”; “All capitals carved”.
Condition: Stains in the upper left corner; part of the same corner is missing. Tears long the right edge.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This aerial view shows the placement of the exterior and interior columns as well as the rear window, door, and location of the sarcophagi. Various dimensions provided.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Materials Noted: Granite floor, polished; granite sarcophagi.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series; the stamp and signed approval is located in the upper right corner.
Condition: Torn at the lower left corner and along the right edge; the same edge is bent onto itself. Discoloration along the right edge.
Scale: ½” = 1’ (plan of plot); 1” = 1’ (front elevation)
Details: The plan of the plot takes up the majority of the blueprint. It shows an outline of the mausoleum and its location within a circular plot. The plot is enclosed by a fence with two large posts marking the entrance and 16 smaller posts evenly placed throughout the fence. Below this drawing is a front elevation of the entrance and additional posts. The entrance posts contain sunken panels on the front and are topped with bowls.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Materials Noted: Brass rail.
Notes/Markings: On the plan of plot: “Dotted line shows location of mausoleum.” Written in pencil are notes concerning the grade line. A stamped approval is located below the plot of the plan, but does not contain the superintendent’s signature or date. From the title block: “Order No. 2495; Stock: Hallowell.”
Condition: Part of the top right corner is missing, and there are tears all along the right edge. Discoloration is visible along the right and bottom edges.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: A general outline of the mausoleum is shown, along with a section drawing of the front entrance. Various dimensions are listed.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Notes/Markings: “Solid A.O.J.” is written in black pen beneath the title of the drawing; below that, in pencil, is the note: “Keep 1’0” below grade.” From the title block: “Order No. 2495; Stock: Foundation.”
Condition: Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This is a detailed view of the “front elevation” included in Item G in this series. It addresses the posts at the entrance to the lot and shows that the lot numbers are to be cut into the left post and the section number is to be cut into the right post. Both posts are topped by bowls.
Drawing Material: Blueprint.
Materials Noted: Brass rail.
Notes/Markings: Regarding the front panels: “Square raised hammered letters in sunk panel.” Regarding the bowl atop the post: “Bowl scooped out and hole for drainage drilled as shown by dotted line.” WCG [W.C. Grassau] signed and dated his approval on February 6, 1908. From the title block: “Order No. 2495; Stock: Hallowell.”
Condition: Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: 7 pages long. This document discusses the general conditions and dimensions of the mausoleum, the bronze and granite to be used (and where), the foundation, the interior of the building, the rear window, and the plot’s enclosure, along with decorative work to be done.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on thin paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, light Italian marble, stained glass, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Written in pencil on the cover page is the note: 3 Copy / Loster / J.S.H. / 2/26/06 / [illegible initials]”. The last page of the document contains a handwritten addendum: “To be compleded [sic] by Oct 1 1907.” A stamped and signed approval from W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood superintendent, is located on the last page and is dated April 7, 1907.
Condition: Discolored and wrinkled with bottom corners bent up but otherwise in good condition.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Noted as “Revised Drawings”. Was bound to sections of the Cutting Mausoleum designs with staples along the left edge.
Size: 20” x 36”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble tile floor, girded granite, marble lining, atlas cement, plate glass, reinforced concrete, vitrified tile.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in blue ink and signed in red pencil by W.C. Grassau on 6/14/12. On original, reproduced in lighter tone in blueprint, are floor and drainage details, most likely added after original drawing.
Condition: Embrittled throughout. Numerous tears, of which five large tears are repaired on reverse with archival tape. Encapsulated in mylar.
Style/Design Details: Simple neoclassical façade. Double doors at front, with bronze grillework. Family name (Fulton Cutting Robert Bayard) carved in lintel. Date (1852) carved in center roof block above cornice.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: “Est 3182 C.” noted following date.
Size: 24” x 36”
Drawing Materials: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze door, bronze gate, marble tile floor.
Notes/Markings: Noted on original: “Approved by Mr. Cutting—see approval of cross section”. On the reverse in pencil: “Fulton – Cutting – Bayard".
Condition: Embrittlement and large tears throughout. All corners torn and missing. Edges torn and missing. Several large tears repaired on reverse with tape. Deep fold down center. Small holes along left side due to binding. Encapsulated in mylar.
Style/Design Details: Laterally symmetric. Entrance antechamber and central space tiled with marble—two vault spaces at either side of central space, three chambers wide. Additional catacombs at rear.
Details: The entrance to this mausoleum is framed by four smooth Ionic columns (two on either side of the doors). Each entrance door features a rectangular window with grille work. “SEAMANS LOOMIS” is carved into the frieze, with a small cross separating the two names.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.</span></span>
Notes/Markings: Measurements are provided for the entrance stairs, columns, doors, and courses. Both the road line and grade line are indicated. Included near the bottom of the drawing is the note “Design No. 194 A” and a note at the upper right corner reads “Order No. 130 Seamans Green-Wood Cem. Brooklyn N.Y.”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes at the top and rips along the right edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Detail: This plan shows the right side of the mausoleum, with the building’s front facing the left edge of the plan. The sides are solid and are composed of four courses..
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Measurements are provided for the courses, stairs, columns, and roof. A note written next to the columns reads “Entasis to Columns”. “Design No. 194 A” is written in the lower left corner and “Order No. 130 Seamans” is included in the upper right.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple and brad holes on the right side and small rips along the left, right, and bottom edges.
Details: This plan shows the rear of the mausoleum. A window is cut into the two courses nearest the roof and is protected by bronze grille. Volutes from the two outermost columns can be seen projecting out.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Measurements provided for each course, the window, and the height of the mausoleum. “No. 194 A” is written in the lower left corner and “Order No. 130 Seamans” is included in the upper right.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple and brad holes along the top edge and small rips along the top and left edges. Lower left corner is folded in slightly.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows two views simultaneously. On the left, the view toward the rear window is given. On the right, the view toward the entrance door is shown. There is room for six catacombs. A light fixture is shown hanging from the ceiling. The whole drawing is crowded with dimensions for various parts of the structure.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, slate, stone.
Notes/Markings: “All stone must be to size” is written on the right side of the drawing. “No. 194 A” is written in the lower left corner and “Order No. 130 Seamans Green-Wood Cem. Brooklyn N.Y.” is written in the upper right corner.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes, as well as small rips, along the top edge.
Details: This plan shows the interior of the mausoleum as if the viewer were standing in front of the right side and looking in. The stairs, column, and doors are shown, as are six catacombs and the rear window. The construction underground is also shown. A small sectional view is included on the right side of the blueprint; it provides details on the window’s bronze frame.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, bronze rosettes, bronze frame, leaded glass, granite, marble.
Notes/Markings: Written across the catacombs is the note “Interior to be best light [illegible] with Aventatto trim. Highly polished.” The sectional view is of “bronze frame, extreme sizes.” In the lower left corner: “No. 194 A” ; in the upper right: “Order No. 130 Seamans”.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple and brad holes, as well as small rips, along the right edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum. Four sections of catacombs are shown (presumably with three in each section for a total of twelve catacombs), as are the entrance steps, columns, and rear window. Dimensions of various sections and structures are given.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble floor, “sand, rubbed”.
Notes/Markings: “No. 194 A” written in the lower left corner; “Order No. 130 Seamans” in the upper right corner. On the reverse are two notes written in pencil: “34425” and, above that, “Under floor 16’0” x 4’8” x 1’6””.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple and brad holes, as well as small rips, along the top edge.
Details: The Foundation Plan is drawn on the left side of the paper and provides an aerial perspective of the mausoleum. The Longitudinal Plan is drawn sideways on the right side of the paper and focuses on the entrance steps and the underground construction. The Transverse Section is drawn upside down at the top of the paper and and shows the underground construction.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “Order No. 130 Seamans” and “Lot No. 34425 Sec. No. 130 Green-Wood Cem. Brooklyn N.Y.” are handwritten at the top right of the blueprint. Stamped toward the bottom of the blueprint is “J. L. Wegenaar Co., Inc. / 239 Broadway, / New York”. On the reverse, in pencil, are calculations and a small drawing of the foundation. “Seamans” is written in black ink in the upper left corner.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with several small tears along the edges and one large tear on the right edge. Staple holes on the right edge. Large section of the upper left corner missing. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan contains four drawings showing the grade lines for the left side, front, right side, and rear of the mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “No. 130 Seamans” is handwritten on the left and “J.L. Wegenaar Co., Inc / 239 Broadway / New York” is stamped on the right. Green-Wood’s superintendent initialed and dated the blueprint in red pencil near the lower left corner. On the reverse, in pencil, is the note “Seamans 34425”.
Condition: Several rips are taped on the back and there are staple holes in the front. Embrittled throughout with a small portion of the bottom edge missing. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the mausoleum and its surrounding circular lot.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: The center of the mausoleum is indicated by vertical and horizontal lines. “Order No. 130 Seamans” and “Lot No. 34425 Sec No. 130 Green-Wood Cem. Brooklyn N.Y.” are written on the right side of the plan.
Condition: Staple holes and a small tear on the left edge, vertical crease lines throughout, and a small part of the right edge folded up.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: See Item I.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item I. The superintendent’s dated initials are written in red pen beneath the title block.
Condition: Slightly embrittled, especially on the left edge. Staple holes and a small tear on the left edge.
Scale>: ¼” = 1’
Date: January 12, 2000
Details: Shows an aerial view of the mausoleum and its surrounding circular lot, with graves indicated by dashed lines.
Drawing Material: Black ink on white printing paper.
Notes/Markings: Drawn by K[estutis] D[emereckas]. Future capacity for 6 graves is noted.
Condition: There is a center vertical crease; otherwise, excellent.
Details: Six-page document bound by two staples at the top left and right corners; discusses the material, workmanship, and labor required to erect and complete the Seamans mausoleum.
Materials Noted: Portland cement, concrete, light Barre granite, La Farge cement, slate, marble, light cloud Vermont marble, bronze, plate glass, art glass.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in the lower right corner on every page: “Approved 1/11/1916 By [signed] G. W. Grassau, Superintendent.” Pen marks on page 3 correcting typewritten errors. Typewritten on the cover: “NOTE: All to be erected in accordance with the plans and specifications prepared by J. L. Wegenaar Co., Inc., 239 Broadway, New York City.”
Condition: Slight discoloration/smudges on the lower half of the cover sheet.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: The entrance to this mausoleum is framed by four fluted Doric columns (two on either side of the doors). Each entrance door features a rectangular window with grille work situated above the handle, and a decorative panel below the handle. The frieze features triglyphs and metopes; carved into the center metope is “ADAM SCHULZ.” The mausoleum entrance is reached by a set of three stairs and the building is composed of 5 courses.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: The title block reads “Vault Est. - 636 / Memorial Construction Co, Inc / 7 East 42 Str New York City / Scale ¾” = 1’0” / Order No 55”. Written along the bottom edge in black ink is “Lot 34137.” A stamp of approval, dated and signed by Elizabeth Schulz, is located in the lower left corner.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes at the top and rips along the left edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the right side of the mausoleum, with the building’s front facing the left edge of the plan. The sides are solid and are composed of five courses. In addition to the front-facing columns, there is a set of Doric columns at the rear. The triglyphs and metopes continue around the roof’s perimeter.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Slightly embrittled throughout with staple holes on the right and rips along the bottom edge. There is a crease running along the right edge to the bottom of the plan.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the rear of the mausoleum. A window is cut into the top three courses. There are columns at the corners and triglyphs and metopes throughout the frieze.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple and brad holes along the top edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the back half of the mausoleum. There is enough room for six catacombs, three on either side of the vestibule, and a rear window. Dimensions are provided for the foundation, walls, roof, shelves, tablet, and height from floor to ceiling.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete foundation, granite floor, brick walls, slate shelves, marble tablets, stained glass window.
Notes/Markings: The ceiling hanger and ventilators are marked. In black ink the measurements for the brick walls are recorded and drawn and a note next to that reads “Brick walls to be 8”.” A measurement written in pencil is included near the foundation. On the reverse is a small lot plan sketched in pencil.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the top edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1
Details: This plan shows the interior of the mausoleum as if the viewer were standing in front of the right side and looking in. The stairs, columns, and doorway are shown, as are three catacombs and the rear window. The construction underground is also shown. Dimensions are provided for the building’s height, the floors, stairs, doorway, roof, etc.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Ridge stone, rosettes, granite floor, concrete slab.
Notes/Markings: Pencil markings and dimensions included for the underground portion of the mausoleum.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple holes along the right edge. The upper left corner is folded in and there is a crease along the right edge extending to the bottom.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum. The entrance steps, columns, doorway, vestibule, catacombs, and rear window are indicated.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, slate, brick.
Notes/Markings: “20 fluets [flutes] to each column”; “Steps to be rabble 2” into buttress”.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple holes along the top edge and small rips along the right and bottom edges. The bottom edge is wrinkled.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan outlines the entire plot on which the mausoleum is situated. A side view of the foundation and grade line is provided along the right edge of the blueprint.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Written in black ink at various parts throughout the plan: “Solid foundation P.H.B.”; “Solid [vent] P.H.B.”. Pencil markings cross out some portions of the walls and create walls where there were none. On the reverse, in pencil, are the notes “Schulz 34137” and “Keep foundation 7 inches from rear line of lot on each side.” What looks like the beginning of a lot plan (a circle with two parallel lines cutting it in half) is drawn on the left side.
Condition: Embrittled with staple holes along the top edge and small rips along the left edge. The bottom edge is wrinkled. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This 5-page document contains instructions regarding the construction of the mausoleum and the materials to be used.
Materials Noted: Barre, Vermont granite; Portland cement mortar; Atlas White non-staining cement; light veined Italian marble; bronze; slate; plate glass; art glass.
Notes/Markings: Page 2 includes a handwritten note concerning the foundation of the mausoleum: “Rubbel stone.”
Condition: Good. There are two staple holes at the top left of each page and some slight discoloration along the top. The last page has a small rip at the bottom.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The entrance to this mausoleum is framed by four smooth Ionic columns (two on either side of the doors). Each entrance door features a horizontal handle, above which is a vertical rectangle divided into three windows with grille work, and below which is a decorative carved panel. “NAPIER” is carved into the frieze. The mausoleum entrance is reached by a set of three stairs.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood superintendent, signed and dated this plan on November 11, 1915.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top and rips along the top and left edges. The bottom right corner is creased. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: This plan shows the right side of the mausoleum, with the building’s front facing the left edge of the plan. The sides are solid. Measurements are given for the base and grade line.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top and rips along the left and right edges. The right side and bottom are faded, and the bottom right corner is creased. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the rear of the mausoleum. A window is cut into the second, third, and fourth courses. Measurements are given for the window, bottom courses, and base. The grade line is also shown.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top and a rip along the left edge. The bottom right corner is creased. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the interior of the mausoleum as if the viewer were standing in front of the right side and looking in. The stairs, columns, doorway, and rear window are shown, as are four catacombs stacked atop one another. The construction underground is also shown.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite, bronze.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series. The base is “solid” and the columns have a “polished shaft.”
Condition: Embrittled with staple holes at the top and a rip on the left edge. Three corners are creased. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum. The entrance steps, columns, doorway, vestibule, catacombs, and rear window are indicated, as are their measurements.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, bronze.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series. “Granite floor ironed on tread.”
Condition: Embrittled with staple holes at the top and rips on the left edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan outlines the mausoleum, with measurements provided for the length and depth of all walls and floors.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Stone, concrete.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series. On the back, in pencil, is “Napier 343 77 34377,” the number 7 enclosed in a circle, and, in pen, “Napier.”
Condition: Embrittled with staple holes at the top edge and rips along the left edge. One tear starts a the top and extends to the center. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1'
Details: The entrance to this mausoleum is reached by a set of three stairs and is framed by four fluted Doric columns (two on either side of the doors). The frieze is decorated with triglyphs and metopes, with “KRING” carved into the center metope above the entrance doors. The structure includes a solid pediment.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood superintendent, initialed and dated this plan on December 22, 1915. The lower left corner contains the note “Order No. 8566 / Studios W.W. Leland Co. / 569 Fifth Ave N.Y.C.” and the lower right corner includes the note “Drawing No. 85.” Written in the doorway is the note “Door as per selected design.” A note in the left metope panel reads “V Line” with an arrow pointing to the bottom of the panel, and a note concerning the “KRING” inscription reads “V Sunk.” Dimensions for the doorway, column base, and mausoleum height are included. On the reverse, in pencil, is the note “34276 Kring Maus”.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top and rips along the right and left edges. The bottom left corner is missing a piece. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the right side of the mausoleum, with the building’s front facing the left edge of the plan. The sides are solid with two small vents near the top and two at the bottom. Measurements are given for the height and depth of the mausoleum and for the different courses.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Marking: W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood superintendent, initialed and dated this plan on December 22, 1915. The lower left corner contains the note “Order No. 8566 / Studios W.W. Leland Co. / 569 Fifth Ave N.Y.C.” and the lower right corner includes the note “Drawing No. 85.”
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top and rips along the left and right edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1
Details: This plan shows the rear of the mausoleum. A window is cut into the first two courses beneath the roof, with bronze grillwork protecting the glass. Measurements are given for each of the courses, roof, and base.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top and a several rips along the right edge. Portions of the right edge are missing. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the back interior of the mausoleum, as if someone were standing in the entranceway looking in. There are eight catacombs, four on either side of the vestibule (although the specifications document states there are to be a total of six catacombs). A stained glass window is placed at the rear of the mausoleum and a bronze hanger descends from the ceiling. Measurements are given for the window, catacombs, vestibule, roof, and courses.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Stained glass, bronze, slate, marble, granite.
Notes/Markings: W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood superintendent, signed and dated this plan on November 22, 1915. Several notes pertaining to construction materials are written over the places where they are to be used (e.g., “Bronze hanger” in the ceiling; “stained glass window”; “Slate strips”, “Slate shelves”, “slate backs”, and “marble tablets” for the catacombs, and “granite floor” and “concrete” for the foundation).
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top and rips along the top and left edges. The top right corner is smudged. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan is similar to Item D in this series except that it clearly shows six catacombs instead of eight, and different dimensions are provided for the height of the mausoleum and the various courses.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Marble, granite, concrete, art glass.
Notes/Markings: W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood superintendent, signed and dated this plan on December 22, 1915. The lower left corner contains the note “Studios W.W. Leland Co. / 569 Fifth Ave N.Y.C.” and the lower right corner includes the note “Drawing No. 85.” A note on the side of the plan reads, “All marble must finish to sizes indicated on drawings. All granite must be finished at least 1’-0” thick.”
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top and rips on the right and left edges. The bottom left corner is missing a small piece, as is the top right corner.. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the interior of the mausoleum as if the viewer were standing in front of the right side and looking in. The stairs, columns, doorway, vestibule, and rear window are shown, as are three catacombs stacked atop one another. The construction underground is also shown.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, marble, granite.
Notes/Markings: See Item E in this series.
Condition: Embrittled with staple holes at the top and rips along the right and left edges. The bottom left corner is creased with a portion of the paper missing. There are fold lines along the left edge and near the bottom right corner. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum in its surrounding plot. The mausoleum is indicated by a rectangular outline, with measurements provided to show the depth and width of the mausoleum, its distance from the edges of the plot, and the perimeter of the plot.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “7’-0” to front of mausoleum.” The title block reads: “W.W. Leland Co., Inc / 569 Fifth Ave, N.Y. / Order No. 8566 / Dwg. No. 374 / Drawn by C.F.K. / Approved by: Revised 4/10/18.” A small pencil drawing is included on the reverse, with more detailed measurements given.
Condition: Slightly brittle as a result of being folded many times. There are two horizontal crease lines and three vertical crease lines, with small rips starting at the edges where the crease lines begin. Staple holes at the top and a slight discoloration near the center of the drawing. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum, with the stairs, columns, entryway, vestibule, catacombs, and rear window outlined. Dimensions are given for each element.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor.
Notes/Markings: A note located to the right of the drawing reads, “All marble must be finished to sizes indicated on drawings. All granite must be finished at least 1’0” thick.” W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood superintendent, initialed and dated this plan on December 22, 1915. Included in the lower left corner is the note “Order No. 8566 / Studios W.W. Leland Co. / 569 Fifth Ave N.Y.C.”
Condition: Embrittled with staple holes at the top edge and rips along the right edge. A 5” x 5” section of the lower right corner is missing. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan gives an outline of the mausoleum and its dimensions.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. The reverse contains several notes in pencil, including “Kring 34276”, the number 12, and two small sketches of the Kring plot and the adjacent Cross plot (Lot 27188). “Kring” is also written in black ink at the bottom of the paper.
Condition: Slightly embrittled with staple holes at the top and small tears along the left, bottom, and right edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the mausoleum’s foundation, plus the front and side elevations of the construction below the grade line.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, brick, granite, earth.
Notes/Markings: The title block reads: “W.W. Leland Co., Inc / 569 Fifth Ave, N.Y. / Order No. 8566 / Dwg. No. 395 / Drawn by E.T. 4/15/16. / Checked by C.F.K.” On the reverse, written in black ink, is “Kring Foundation Plan.” Measurements and calculations are written in pencil.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top edge and creases down the center and across the width of the plan. The center vertical crease contains a 6.5” tear. The bottom left corner is creased. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan shows an outline of the mausoleum within the plot. Dimensions for the plot and the mausoleum are given.
Drawing Material: Pencil on brown construction paper.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with crease lines along the length and width of the paper. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This three-page document provides instructions on construction and materials to be used.
Drawing Material: Typewritten ink on tissue paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete, Mount Airy granite, White Atlas or Medusa cement, Veined white Italian marble, copper wire, Pennsylvania slate, brick, bronze, leaded glass.
Notes/Markings: “8566” is written in black ink at the top of the first page. On the second page, corrections are made in red pencil and black pen. A note in black ink is written at the conclusion of the document: “Inscriptions will be sent in a few days. Window conventional design. Make some sketches. Miss Kring will see it at studio before soldered. Go to cemetery with Miss Kring and locate the mausoleum.”
Condition: Staple holes at the top; creases in the top left corner. The top right corner of page 3 is folded.
Details: Sent from the W.W. Leland Co., Inc (signed by R.F. Smallwood) to Green-Wood on April 15, 1916 in response to a phone conversation held April 14, 1916. It was sent with “a scale drawing showing in detail the foundation of the Kring mausoleum” and contains instructions to “finish the top of the foundation for side walls and flush with the average grade.”
Drawing Material: Typewritten and signed with black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: Contains the letterhead for The W.W. Leland Co., Inc.
Condition: Stape hold near the top edge; three vertical creases and one horizontal crease. Wrinkled throughout.
Scale: 1” = 1'
Details: The entrance to this mausoleum is reached by a set of three stairs. Each door features a narrow window that is protected by grille work, with decorative panels below the windows. Thick Doric columns with simple capitals frame the entryway. The family name “HUBER SCHLACHTER” decorates the frieze; each letter is polished and raised 4.5 inches. Carved leaves and a cross leaning to the right fill the pediment.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: A stamp of approval, dated and signed by Superintendent Grassau, is located in the lower right corner. The grade line is indicated and measurements are provided for the the height and width of the mausoleum.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes at the top and rips along the right and bottom edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the right side of the mausoleum, with the building’s front facing the left edge of the plan. The sides are solid and have small vents near the base and roof of the building.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Slightly embrittled throughout with staple holes at the top. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the rear of the mausoleum. An art glass window is cut near the roof, extending through the first course and into half of the second.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Art glass.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple and brad holes along the top edge.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the back half of the mausoleum. There is enough room for six catacombs, three on either side of the vestibule, and a rear window. Dimensions are provided for the foundation, walls, roof, shelves, tablet, and height from floor to ceiling.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Rubble stone, brick, slate, marble, bronze.
Notes/Markings: This plan contains a lot of notes. Beginning with the foundation, the notes include: “All foundation work to be rubble stone;” “Foundation under floor 1’-6”;” and “8” brick wall 8’-4” in length.” The entryway contains the notes, “All exposed surfaces of marble polished” and “Wainscot 2” thick.” In regard to the catacombs, the backs and dividers are made of slate and “catacomb tablets 1 ¼” marble.” There is a “bronze rod to support ceiling” and the ceiling is “1 ½” marble.” Vents, tenons, and air spaces are also noted. A stamp of approval, dated and signed by Superintendent Grassau, is located in the lower right corner.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled throughout with staple and brad holes along the top edge.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the interior of the mausoleum as if the viewer were standing in front of the right side and looking in. The stairs, column, and doorway are shown, as are three catacombs and the rear window. The construction underground is also shown. Dimensions are provided for various features, including roof, walls, door, and catacombs.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze, marble.
Notes/Markings: “Foundation under main walls 6’-0” deep;” “Foundation under floor 1’-6” deep;” “1 ⅛” square holes to receive bronze rosettes;” “Bronze rosettes on each tablet;” “Marble ceiling in two pieces;” “Bronze rod.” Black pen marks cross out the word “vent” at the bottom of the plan. A stamp of approval, dated and signed by Superintendent Grassau, is located in the lower right corner.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple holes along the top.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum within the lot. It is situated at the corner of Corylus Path and another path (the full name of the second path is not provided). The center line [“centre line”] of the mausoleum, along with dimensions of the building and the lot, are indicated.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: A stamp of approval, dated and signed by Superintendent Grassau, is located in the lower right corner. On the reverse, written in pencil, is the note, “34423” and the number 16 with a circle around it. “Huber” is written beneath the lot number in black ink.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple holes along the top and a small rip at the lower left corner. The lower third of the reverse is discolored, and the top two-thirds is smudged with dirt and fingerprints.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan is the same as Item F, except this plan has pencil markings beneath the scale and has a large rip extending down from the top toward the left edge. This plan does not include a stamp of approval.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “34423” is written in pencil on the reverse.
Condition: Embrittled with staple holes and a large rip along the top. There are small tears along the right edge and the lower left corner is creased and beginning to tear. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan outlines the mausoleum and provides its dimensions.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Earth.
Notes/Markings: A stamp of approval, dated and signed by Superintendent Grassau, is located in the lower right corner.
Condition: Somewhat embrittled with staple holes along the top edge and small rips along the bottom.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan is similar to Item H, except this plan does not include a stamp of approval and contains pencil markings outlining the front porch and entryway.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: On the reverse, written in pencil, is the note, “Huber 34423.”
Condition: Embrittled throughout with staple holes along the top and rips along the left, top, and right edges. Both of the lower corners are creased. The reverse is discolored. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the mausoleum, complete with materials needed and dimensions for every element, including columns, entryway, vestibule, walls, and catacombs.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, marble, slate, bronze.
Notes/Markings: A stamp of approval, dated and signed by Superintendent Grassau, is located in the lower right corner.
Condition: Slightly embrittled throughout with staple holes along the top small rips at the bottom.
Details: This plan is an aerial view of the mausoleum, with the front steps facing the top of the plan and the back of the building near the bottom edge. The grade line is indicated, dimensions of the interior are given, and granite pillars are noted.
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Rubble.
Notes/Markings: “Huber-Schlachter” is written in pencil in the upper left corner. Stamped in the lower right corner: “Lavery Granite Co., / 103 Park Avenue / New York City”.
Condition: Extremely wrinkled and very fragile. A 2 ½” x 1” section of the right edge is missing. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan shows construction underground.
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Rubble.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in the lower right corner: “Lavery Granite Co., / 103 Park Avenue / New York City”. Written in pencil at the bottom of the plan: “Right and left side the same.”
Condition: Wrinkled and very fragile. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This plan shows construction underground.
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Rubble.
Notes/Markings: Stamped in the lower right corner: “Lavery Granite Co., / 103 Park Avenue / New York City”.
Condition: Wrinkled and very fragile with staple holes at the top and small sections missing from the right edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This is a preliminary sketch showing construction underground as seen from the right side of the mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Granite, rubble, concrete.
Notes/Markings: This plan has a lot of notes, including the material needed for the steps, floor, and foundation. Near the bottom of the plan is the note: “Top of concrete under floor to be 3-0 feet above back foundation and one foot above front foundation which front / buttress rests on.” Lavery Granite Co.’s stamp is near the right edge, and the name of the vault is written in pencil along the bottom.
Condition: Very wrinkled, especially on the left and right edges, with small sections missing on all four edges.Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This is a preliminary sketch showing construction underground (primarily excavation).
Drawing Material: Pencil on tracing paper.
Notes/Markings: The lower line of the building and the low level of the lot are indicated.
Condition: Three deep creases run vertically throughout the plan, with smaller creases at three of the four corners. There is a small tear caused by a crease at the center of the top edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: This 4-page document contains instructions regarding the construction of the mausoleum and the materials to be used.
Materials Noted: Rubble stone, Vermont gray granite, La Farge non-staining cement, fine sharp sand, stained glass, leaded glass, light veined Italian marble, White cement, bronze, Pennsylvania ribbon slate.
Notes/Markings: Each page is stamped, dated, and signed by W.C.G. [William C. Grassau, superintendent of Green-Wood.]
Condition: Fair. There are small stains and slight discolorations throughout the document.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Size: 10.5 x 12.5”
Details: Contains 4 details of of the bronze work on both upper and lower pediments. Drawings include elevations and sections.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on linen.
Materials Noted: Bronze, stone
Notes/Markings: Notes written in black ink were added to the section drawings of both pediments. William C. Grassau, superintendent, initialed and dated a stamped approval in the bottom right corner.
Condition: Good. Small staple holes on the right edge and a brad hole in the center of the top edge
Details: An elevation and section view offer a detailed look at the pediment design (also seen in Item A). A title block provides the name of the mausoleum and the construction firm’s name and address.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper with notes added in pencil.
Materials Noted: Cement, granite.
Notes/Markings: W. C. Grassau signed and dated his approval in pencil, located at the center of the bottom edge. He also crossed out a word and added another (this note is in pencil). Both notes are difficult to see. A note written by “F.G.O.” reads, “No raised lip on roof” with an arrow pointing to the section view.
Condition: The plan is in good condition, with small staple holes along the right edge. The actual drawing is very faint.
Details: Two aerial views and a side elevation show the foundation work, with dimensions and specific walls noted (e.g. front wall, side wall, catacomb wall, rear wall). Near the title block is a small drawing of the mausoleum with its surrounding lot and the paths it sits on (Corylus Path and Border Ave).
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Earth.
Notes/Markings: A small drawing in pencil is found on the reverse. The title block labels the drawing “Foundation Plan #92.”
Condition: Stained on the reverse and embrittled throughout with crease marks, tears, and staple holes. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: See Item C in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Earth.
Notes/Markings: Several updates regarding dimensions have been added. Calculations, drawings, and the family name are visible on the reverse. The title block labels the drawing “Foundation Plan #92.”
Condition: Embrittled and wrinkled throughout with a crease line running vertically through the center. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan has 3 ½ drawings that show the outline of the mausoleum, including three aerial views and one side view.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper with notes added in pencil.
Notes/Markings: “Corner of foundation - 2” below grade.” “Foundation for floor 7’ 2”.” “Foundation for catacombs 7’ 9”.” Several other measurements have been corrected in pencil. Calculations in pencil on the reverse, along with “Monaco” written in blue pencil.
Condition: Discolored on the reverse with wrinkles, small tears, and crease marks on the front. Staple holes along the bottom edge.
Scale: ¼” = 1’ (working drawings); ½” = 1’ (details)
Details: This plan shows 8 drawings as mentioned in the title. The title block reads “Mausoleum for Mrs Rosina Monaco Owner to be Erected at Greenwood Cemetery / Pasquale Gagliardi Architect 239 Navy Street Brooklyn N.Y.”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on linen with notes in pencil, red pencil, and black ink
Materials Noted: Bronze, granite, brick, cement, marble, concrete, “blustone.”
Notes/Markings: All plans showing the front walkway (Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Side Elevation, Front Elevation, Longitudinal Section) have that section crossed out in red pencil with “omit” written in black ink. The Foundation Plan has measurements corrected in pencil, and the Longitudinal Section includes an added drawing in black ink. Stamped, dated, and signed by W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood Superintendent. On the reverse: “Monaco” written in black ink; “Monaco 33709” written in pencil; the number 2 enclosed in a circle written in pencil.
Condition: Good. Discoloration on the edges and the reverse; wrinkles and creases on the front.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: The Front, Side, and Rear Elevations show different pediments and ornaments than in Item F, and the number of catacombs appears to have been reduced. The carving on the Front Elevation is different than Item F: this plan shows the frieze reading “Cav. Giuseppe Monaco” and the entrance steps carved with “Erected By His Wife Rosina Monaco.” The frieze on the Front Elevation for Item F reads “Monaco.”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on linen.
Materials Noted: Bronze, Dark Barre, slate, concrete, marble.
Notes/Markings: Front Elevation: “Front symmetrical about this centre line,” “bronze door,” “polished dark barre.” Grade lines shown for all plans. On the reverse: “Monaco” written in blue pencil and the number 9 encircled in pencil.
Condition: Stains and discoloration on the reverse and front. Staple holes at the bottom edge; wrinkles and warping throughout.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan is similar to Item G except it has notes added in red pencil and black ink. The Front Elevation is similar to Item F in that the carving in the frieze just reads “Monaco” with nothing on the stairs.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on linen with notes added in red pencil and black ink.
Materials Noted: See Item G.
Notes/Markings: Foundation Plan: section crossed out in red pencil, measurements corrected, and an illegible word written in red pencil. Front Elevation: arrows pointing to the columns; arrows pointing to the pediment ornaments with the word “NO;” cornice decoration added in pencil. Travers Section: measurements corrected in red; note in black ink near the pediments reads, “channelled in front and rea[r] pediment.” Side Elevation: arrows pointing to window and two illegible notes concerning the roof decoration. Stamped, dated, and signed by W.C. Grassau, Green-Wood Superintendent. “Monaco” written in black pen on the reverse.
Condition: Wrinkled and warped throughout with a crease line running horizontally near the top edge. Discoloration on the front and reverse.
Details: This 6 page bound document covers general instructions for construction, excavation, and materials to be used.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on tracing paper with notes added in pen.
Materials Noted: Portland Brand cement, sand, broken stone, North River hard bricks, concrete, Light Barre granite, Quincy polished granite, Dark Barre granite, LaFarge cement, Ozark Pink marble, dark bronze, aluminum bronze, copper wire cloth, translucent glass, plate glass.
Notes/Markings: The bottom right corner of each page is stamped, dated, and signed by Green-Wood’s superintendent, W.C.G. [William C. Grassau].
Condition: Good, with slight discolorations throughout and smudges on the first page.
Details: This is a 4 page bound document updating the previous specifications document approved in 1912. It includes sections on bonds and payments and provides information on the materials to be used in the construction of the mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on tracing paper.
Materials Noted: Portland Brand cement, sand, broken stone, concrete, Light Barre granite, Dark Barre granite, LaFarge cement, Light Cloud Vermont marble, Pink Tennessee marble, slate, bronze, copper wire cloth, translucent glass, plate glass.
Notes/Markings:The bottom right corner of each page is stamped, dated, and signed by Green-Wood’s superintendent, W.C.G. [William C. Grassau].
Condition: Good, with a few smudges throughout.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the front of the mausoleum, which is reached by one step. The front doors have long rectangular windows above circular door knockers. Decorative panels beneath the door knockers contain carvings: “AD” on the left door and “1904” on the right door. The family name is carved into a panel above the doors. The pediment is solid. The mausoleum is comprised of two courses as well as the roof and foundation.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “Lambert 33782/3” written in pencil on the reverse.
Condition: Staple holes near the bottom edge; small tears along the left and top edges.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: Shows the side right side of the mausoleum with the front facing the left edge of the plan. The courses are solid. The front step and grade line are indicated.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Fair, with small staple holes along the right edge and discoloration on the reverse.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: Shows the back of the mausoleum. There is one window protected by bars, centered in the first course below the roof/pediment.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Good. Small staple holes along the bottom edge and very slight discoloration on the front and reverse.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: Shows the interior back half of the mausoleum. There is room for eight catacombs (one column of four on either side of the vestibule). The rear window is indicated, with a small shelf below it (situated at the center of the second catacomb from the bottom).
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite.
Condition: Good. Small staple holes along the bottom edge.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: Shows the interior left half of the mausoleum. The construction underground is noted, as is the front step and entrance door, four catacombs, and the rear window.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “Screw Rosettes” is written on the second catacomb from the top.
Condition: Small staple holes along the right edge; wrinkles and tears along the top and bottom edges.
Scale: 1” = 1’
Details: Shows an aerial view of the mausoleum. The swing of the door is indicated; measurements are provided for the length and width of the walls, catacombs, floor, window, and door.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Staple holes along the bottom edge; rips on the right and top edges. Stains on the reverse.
Scale: [1” = 1’]
Details: Outlines the mausoleum, with measurements for the length and width of the walls, vestibule, and entrance way provided. The window and catacombs are not shown.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: On the reverse: “Lambert” (written twice) and “33782” written in pencil.
Condition: Stains on the reverse and front; tears on the right and left edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: The front of the mausoleum includes many steps leading to the entrance doors. Four Grecian Doric fluted columns stand on the platform and support the architrave, which is decorated with “SCHMADEKE” in raised letters. The frieze is decorated with triglyphs and guttae, and the pediment is solid. The approximate grade line is indicated, and a note by the family name in the architrave reads, “Letters Sq. Raised ½”.”
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: Contains the dated and signed stamp of approval by Green-Wood’s superintendent, but it is illegible. In the bottom right corner is the title block with C.E. Tayntor’s company name and address, the name of the mausoleum and its order number, scale, and stock of granite (Barre).
Condition: Discolored with smudged fingerprints throughout; brittle and torn on the right edge. The left edge has three brad holes.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: This plan is similar to Item A except there is no “SCHMADEKE” indicated in the architrave. In its place are measurements for the width of the architrave and the widths of the triglyphs and metopes. The general size of the mausoleum is noted to the left of the drawing title; it is 16’-0” x 38’10” x 22’2”.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series. A second stamp with C.E. Tayntor’s company name and address is to the right of the drawing title.
Condition: Brittle and torn on the right edge. The left edge has three brad holes.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The side of the mausoleum shows five defined courses, a platform where the columns are located, and three large steps (each of which contain several steps). The triglyphs and guttae continue around the mausoleum. There is one window near the front of the mausoleum. Measurements are given for the triglyphs, guttae, courses, foundation, window, capital, and capital projection. Two grade lines are shown, one for the right side and another for the left side. A note written in the roof reads, “Pat’d May 14, 1907”.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: A stamped and signed approval by W. C. Grassau, Green-Wood Superintendent, is located on the right side of the drawing, though most of it is illegible. Grassau’s signature is also in the bottom right corner. The title block contains the name of the mausoleum, the order number, scale, and stock.
Condition: See Item B in this series.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The rear of the mausoleum has one window centered horizontally, closer to the roof than the foundation. Measurements are given for the architrave and its decorations, the courses, window, and projections. An approximate grade line is indicated.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: The title block is located in the lower right corner. A stamped and signed approval is located above the title block. A second signature by the superintendent is located beneath the title block, dated September 2, 1913.
Condition: The right edge is discolored and the left edge has three brad holes.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the interior of the back half of the mausoleum. Visible in this drawing are the rear and side windows, the decoration above the rear window, several columns, and space for the catacombs. A note in the pediment reads, “Pediment indicated by dotted lines mortise cut in roof stones to receive lugs cut on pediments.” The floor is to be “jointed to thickness where it sets on foundation walls.” Measurements are given for many elements, including foundation, columns, windows, and catacombs.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Materials Noted: Plate glass, stained glass, and bronze grills for the windows; granite floor.
Notes/Markings: See Item D in this series.
Condition: The left edge has three brad holes and some stains and the bottom edge has a small tear.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: This plan is similar to Item E, except it has fewer notes and no side windows. This plan clearly indicates that there are to be four catacombs on both sides of the mausoleum for a total of eight.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item D in this series.
Materials Noted: Granite floor, slate shelves, marble tablets, plate glass, stained glass.
Condition: The left edge has three brad holes. There is slight discoloration on the left side of the drawing and along the right edge.
Details: This plan is a detail of the steps and buttresses as seen from the left side of the mausoleum, with various measurements provided.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: The title block is located above the drawing, and an illegible stamp is to the right of the title block. A dated stamp with Superintendent W.C. Grassau’s signature is near the lower right corner.
Condition: Three brad holes on the left edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the interior of the right half of the mausoleum. Four catacombs are located in the back by the rear window, and a side window (topped with the same decoration above the rear window) provides light for the vestibule. Various measurements are given and the foundation below ground is shown.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite floor, bronze rosettes, bronze handles, bronze grille, plate glass, stained glass, bronze ventilating hanger.
Notes/Markings: The title block and two dated stamps with Superintendent W.C. Grassau’s signature are along the right edge of the drawing. Notes on each of the four catacombs read, “Bronze rosettes on catacomb tablets. Rosettes to have removable centers for insertion of handles. Bronze handles for removing tablets. 1 1/8” square holes to receive rosettes.”
Condition: Three brad holes on the left edge and slight discoloration along the right edge.
Details: This plan is a detail of the steps and buttresses as seen from above, with various measurements provided.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: The title block and stamped/signed approval is located on the left side of the drawing, with another stamp of approval on the lower right side.
Condition: Three brad holes on the left edge.
Details: This aerial view shows the steps and buttresses leading up to the entrance, the four columns on the platform, the double entrance doors, vestibule with side windows, and rear room with window and eight catacombs all above the floor.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Materials Noted: Light veined Italian marble floor, bronze grille, plate glass, stained glass, slate shelves, ashlar construction, granite floor.
Notes/Markings: The title block and two stamps of approval are located toward the lower right corner. The steps and buttresses are to be “cut solid in one piece.” Each column has 20 flutes; the platform is made of one piece, the doors open on the inside, wainscot in the vestibule is 2” thick; the granite floor is in two pieces with a polished surface.
Condition: Three brad holes on the left edge.
Details: A general outline of the mausoleum is shown, with each section labeled with letters and an index below the drawing to explain the letters. Each section indicates a new level/height, and measurements are provided throughout the drawing.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: The title block and a stamp of approval are located below the drawing, to the left of the index and another stamp of approval is to the right of the index.
Condition: Slightly smudged near the right edge; three brad holes on the left edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Very discolored on the left half of the drawing. The lower right corner has a deep crease. Three brad holes on the left edge. Slightly embrittled throughout.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: See Item B in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series.
Condition: Slightly brittle throughout with a crease in the lower right corner and three brad holes on the left edge. Slight discoloration along the left edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1'
Details: See Item B in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. The second stamp of approval was signed in red pencil and covers the bottom of the title block.
Condition: Brittle throughout with a tear in the top edge and three brad holes on the left edge. Slight discoloration along the left edge. The right edge is folded over.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item C in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item C in this series. The second stamp of approval was signed in red pencil.
Condition: Brittle throughout with a tear in the top edge and several tears along the right edge. Three brad holes along the left edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item C in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item C in this series.
Condition: Creased in the lower right corner; three brad holes on the left edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item D in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item D in this series. The second stamp of approval was signed in red pencil.
Condition: The left edge has three brad holes and the lower right corner is bent up. There is a small tear on the right edge and small stains near the top of the drawing.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item D in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item D in this series.
Condition: The left edge has three brad holes and the lower right corner is creased and ripping. Small stains and discoloration near the top. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item E in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: See Item E in this series.
Notes/Markings: See Item E in this series. The second stamp of approval was signed in red pencil.
Condition: The left edge has three brad holes. The top and right edges have tears. Embrittled throughout.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item E in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: See Item E in this series.
Notes/Markings: See Item E in this series.
Condition: The left edge has three brad holes and the lower right corner is creased and ripping. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item F in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item F in this series. The second stamp of approval was signed in red pencil.
Materials Noted: See Item F in this series.
Condition: The left edge has three brad holes. The top and right edges have tears. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item F in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item F in this series.
Materials Noted: See Item F in this series.
Condition: The left edge has three brad holes and the lower right corner is creased and ripping. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: See Item G in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item G in this series.
Condition: Very good.
Details: See Item G in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The title block is located above the drawing, and a stamp of approval, signed in black ink by W.C. Grassau, is located in the lower right corner.
Condition: Slightly embrittled throughout with small tears on the left, right, and bottom edges. The bottom left corner is folded up and the bottom right corner is creased. There are brad holes along the right edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item H in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: See Item H in this series.
Notes/Markings: See Item H in this series.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with three brad holes on the left edge, a deep crease in the lower right corner, and tears along the left, top, and right edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: See Item H in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: See Item H in this series.
Notes/Markings: Similar to Items H and Y except parts of this plan are more faded and the second stamp of approval was signed in red pencil.
Condition: Embrittled throughout with three brad holes on the left edge, a piece missing from the bottom edge, and tears along all four edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: See Item I in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item I in this series.
Condition: Has a deep crease down the center of the plan.
Details: See Item I in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: One stamp of approval, signed in black ink, is located (upside down) in the upper left corner. Title block to the left of the drawing.
Condition: Brad holes on the left edge, parts of the lower left corner missing, small tears along the left, bottom, and right edges. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: See Item J in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: See Item J in this series.
Notes/Markings: See Item J in this series.
Condition: Holes along the left and right edges; tears along the bottom and right edges; small pieces missing from both right corners. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: See Item J in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: See Item J in this series.
Notes/Markings: Similar to Items J and CC except the second stamp of approval is above the title block and was signed in red pencil.
Condition: Brittle with holes along the left and bottom edges and tears along all four edges.
Details: See Item K in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item K in this series.
Condition: There is a deep crease extending from the center of the top edge to the center of the bottom edge. Small tears on all four edges.
Details: See Item K in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Similar to Items K and EE except there are no stamps of approval.
Condition: Brittle with brad holes along the left edge, many tears along the top edge, a small piece missing from the upper right corner, and several small tears along the bottom edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: See Item K in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The title block is located below the drawing with a stamp of approval signed in red pencil located in the lower right corner. There are pencil markings in each section. “Cancelled” is written across the plan in red pencil.
Condition: Brittle with a large portion of the right edge missing and tears on all four edges. Brad holes are on the left edge. Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: Contains a title page and 6 pages of instructions for the general conditions for and materials to be used in the construction of the mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on paper with additions in pencil.
Materials Noted: Concrete, light Barre granite, La Farge cement, slate, light veined Italian marble, stained glass, plate glass, United States Standard bronze.
Notes/Markings: The bottom right corner of each page (except the title page) has a stamp of approval signed and dated in pencil. Some pages have notes written in pencil to correct the typewritten instructions.
Condition: Some discoloration/staining on the title page and staple holes along the right edge of each page. Horizontal crease mark through the center of each page.
Scale: 1” = 1'
Details: Two steps lead to the entrance door, which is flanked by two Doric columns. The pediment is solid and there are four defined courses.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: Located at the bottom of the plan: “Farrington, Gould & Hoagland / Architects and Builders / 258 Broadway, New York City.” To the bottom left of the plan are the design number (2003) and the general sizes (12’-8½” x 14’-7” x 14’-1”). Two stamped approvals, dated and initialed by W.C. Grassau, are on either side of the plan. The one on the right was signed in red pencil.
Condition: Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: [1” = 1']
Details: This plan shows the right side of the mausoleum, which is solid and has two vents near the roof and one near the bottom of the building. The width of the mausoleum and the height and width of each course is given.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The design number (2003) is located at the bottom left of the. A signature in white is below the design number and a stamped approval, signed in red pencil, is located to the bottom right of the plan.
Condition: Brittle with staple holes at the top and rips along all four sides. The left edge is curled in and there is a water stain near the plan’s title.
Scale: [1” = 1']
Details: The back of the mausoleum has a window in the center extending from the architrave down two courses. The width of the mausoleum and the height and width of the window and courses are given.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series.
Condition: Brittle with staple holes at the top and small rips along all four sides.
Scale: [1” = 1']
Details: This plan shows the interior back half of the mausoleum. Three catacombs are stacked vertically on either side of the vestibule, with the rear window centered between them. Measurements for the height and width of the window, catacombs, and floor are given.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite floor
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. Two measurements were added in red pencil.
Condition: Brittle with staple holes at the top and rips on all but the left side.
Scale: [1” = 1']
Details: This plan shows the interior left half of the mausoleum. Three catacombs are stacked on top of each other and one of the Doric columns can be seen next to the entrance door. Various measurements are provided.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete bed, granite floor
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. A note reading “Grill” was added in red pencil on the upper left part of the drawing, and a note written in the foundation reads, “Floor to set on concrete bed 1’-6” thick.”
Condition: Brittle with staple holes at the top and rips on the right and bottom edges. There is a small stain on the top catacomb.
Scale: [1” = 1']
Details: This plan provides an aerial perspective of the mausoleum’s interior. The entrance step, columns, catacombs, and rear window are depicted. The front doors swing in. Various measurements are given.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. The back of the plan has a note in pencil: “Wolf 34529” and a note in pen: “Wolf”.
Condition: Brittle with staple holes at the top and rips along all four sides. A small portion of the left edge is missing. The reverse is discolored and smudged.
Scale: [1” = 1']
Details: A general outline of the foundation is provided, with various measurements given. A section drawing is below the foundation plan. On the reverse is a lot plan showing the size of the mausoleum relative to its surrounding lot.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: The title block is located at the lower right corner and reads, “Foundation Plan for Wolf Mausoleum. Farrington, Gould & Hoagland, Inc. 258 Broadway, New York.” Measurements in pencil were added to both the plan and the section drawings. Below the title block is a note in pencil reading “Over.” On the reverse are several notes in pen and pencil listing the lot number and family name, several measurements, and the note ‘Keep 2” below grade.”
Condition: Brittle throughout with stains at the bottom and discoloration along the top and left edges. The lower right corner is creased backward and the bottom and right edges are ripped. A horizontal crease extends across the center of the plan. The reverse is discolored and stained.
Details: This document includes a title page and 4 pages of instruction detailing the construction of and materials for the Wolf Mausoleum. The pages are watermarked with “Hurd’s Typewriter Paper”.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on paper and bound with brads to paper
Materials Noted: Barre, Vermont granite; Atlas Portland and White Atlas non-staining cement; copper screen and grille; Pink Tennessee marble; Pennsylvania Ribbon slate; United States Standard bronze; art glass.
Notes/Markings: Each page is stamped, signed, and dated in red pencil by WCG [William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood].
Condition: Smudged on the title page.
Scale: ½” = 1'
Details: This plan includes a transverse section through rear, a front plan, and a longitudinal section. The front plan shows four sections each holding 3 graves. The transverse and longitudinal sections highlight two of the four sections, showing how the 3 graves in each section are to be constructed. They decrease in size the further into the ground they are.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper.
Notes/Markings: The title block is located above the drawings near the upper right corner. The transverse section and front plan contain notes in red pencil enumerating the graves.
Condition: Discolored along the bottom edge with small holes in all four corners.
Scale: ½” = 1'
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Each plan is ripped on the right edge and has holes at the top from staples that were pulled out.
Scale: ½” = 1'
Details: This plan provides an aerial perspective of the mausoleum's interior. It looks like a Greek cross, with four arms containing catacombs extending from a central vestibule. The surrounding lot is indicated and various measurements are provided. This plan also contains a small drawing in the upper right corner: “Section CC Thru Ventilator.” The scale for that drawing is also ½” = 1’.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on linen.
Materials Noted: For Section CC: mesh copper screen; slate; concrete; bronze pipe.
Notes/Markings: Written in the central vestibule is the note, “Opening over refer to roof plan.” Each arm contains the same note: “5 tiers of 15 catacombs.” The title block covers the width of the plan and is located at the bottom edge. The notes for Section CC read: ‘2” x 8” vent opening in concrete. Provide a small mesh copper screen to same’; ‘Airspace’; ‘6” dia. bronze pipe’; and ‘Waterproofing’ with arrows pointing from each note to a section of the drawing. The title block covers the width of the plan and is located at the bottom edge.
Condition: Brittle with staple and brad holes along the top edge and small rips and tears along all four edges. Discolored along the edges. The back is water stained.
Scale: ½” = 1'
Details: This plan provides an aerial view of the exterior of the mausoleum and its surrounding plot. A second drawing in the upper right corner is titled, “Plan: View of Stone Cover” and the scale is still 1/2'” = 1’.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on linen.
Materials Noted: Bronze, stone.
Notes/Markings: The roof slabs are indicated, as is the lot line. In the vestibule: “Vault opening refer to detail of stone and slab cover for same.” Above the vestibule: “Refer to sections for retaining walls around opening.” In all four arms: “Foundation walls below.” In all the exterior corners where the arms intersect: ‘6” dia. bronze ventilator pipe.’ In lower corner created by the right arm: “Note: all stone roof slabs to overlap foundation walls by not less than 1”.” The title block covers the width of the plan and is located at the bottom edge.
Condition: Brad holes at the top edge; discoloration along all edges.
Scale: ½”= 1’
Details: The plan titled Section Thru BB is located above the plan for Section Thru AA. There appears to be room for 25 catacombs in each section.
Drawing Material: Blueprint on linen
Materials Noted: Cement floor, slate catacombs, fine mesh copper screen, bronze pipe ventilators, granite retaining wall.
Notes/Markings: Each sectional plan contains notes on materials used, measurements, and grade line. The title block covers the width of the plan and is located at the bottom edge. On the reverse the plot number is written once and the family name (Chiarello) is written three times.
Condition: Brittle with brad holes at the top and small rips along the left side. The bottom left corner is ripped through part of the title block. The reverse is stained and discolored.
Scale: ½” = 1'
Details: See Item A in this series. The smaller section drawing is barely visible.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series. Above the title block is a signed and dated approval, written by W.C. Grassau in red pencil.
Condition: Brad holes along the top edge; water stains and discoloration; creased top right corner and two bottom corners turned up; rips along the bottom edge.
Scale: ½” = 1'
Details: See Item B in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Bronze, stone.
Notes/Markings: See Item B in this series. Above the title block is a signed and dated approval, written by W.C. Grassau in red pencil.
Condition: Brittle throughout with brad holes at the top edge; small rips along all four edges.
Scale: ½”= 1’
Details: See Item C in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint on paper
Materials Noted: Cement floor, slate catacombs, fine mesh copper screen, bronze pipe ventilators, granite retaining wall.
Notes/Markings: See Item C in this series. Above the title block is a signed and dated approval, written by W.C. Grasau in red pencil. Written on the back in pencil: “Chiarello (underground) 34748”.
Condition: Brittle with brad holes at the top and small rips along all four edges. The top edge and bottom left corner are creased and small parts of the left edge are missing. The reverse is stained and discolored.
Scale: ¼”= 1’
Details: This plan is narrow and long and contains four small drawings showing various elevations and a perspective view. The front elevation shows two columns framing the entrance door, which has a bronze grill above a circular door knocker. There is a decorative engraving above the door and above that is the family name carved in a slight curve. The roof is a small dome. The rear elevation shows a solid construction with 6 courses, and the left side elevation shows one window in the center of the mausoleum, near the roof. The perspective view shows the front and right side elevations. A window is located on the right side, opposite the left. The entrance is reached by a set of two stairs, and the columns are set in a niche. The entrance door is not flush with the front of the building, but is set back a bit.
Drawing Material: Blueprint on paper
Notes/Markings: The title block contains the architecture firm’s name and address. Above the title block and below the plans is the title, “Design for a Mausoleum”.
Condition: Very brittle with brad holes on the left side and two deep creases near the left edge. The top right corner is bent back and there is a crease running vertically about 8” from the right edge.
Scale: ¼”= 1’
Details: Like Item G, this plan is narrow and long and contains small drawings above the title block. The first drawing is very similar to Items A and D in this series, with fewer notes. The Ground Floor Plan is similar to Items B and E in this series, without the arms extending on the left and right sides. The Longitudinal Section is similar to Items C and F in this series, except this plan shows the amount of catacombs above and below the grade line.
Drawing Material: Blueprint on paper
Materials Noted: Bronze grille
Notes/Markings: Subterranean Plan: each arm has the note “5 rows or 15 catacombs” and the center vestibule is to be covered by the bronze grille. Ground Floor Plan: on either side of the entrance passage is room for “4 rows or 4 catacombs.” Past the center vestibule, opposite the front entrance, there is room for “4 rows or 12 catacombs.” The title block contains the architecture firm’s name and address. Above the title block and below the plans is the title, “Design for a Mausoleum”.
Condition: Very brittle with brad holes on the left side and two deep creases near the left edge. The creases are beginning to rip and a crease near the right edge is also ripping. The bottom edge is faded and discolored.
Details: This 3-page document includes instructions on the construction of and materials for the Chiarello Mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on bond paper
Materials Noted: Portland cement, concrete, Mountary granite, Greens Landing granite, non-staining Portland cement mortar, Black ribbon Pennsylvania slate, brass handles, bronze.
Notes/Markings: Each page is stamped, signed, and dated in red pencil by WCG [William C. Grassau, Superintendent of Green-Wood].
Condition: Title page is discolored/smudged. The watermark on all three pages reads, “Superior Bond”.
Scale: 3/16” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the circular lot and underground vault. The lot contains 246 graves, some of which have headstones.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting linen.
Notes/Markings: Names and dimensions, written in pencil, have been added to certain graves.
Condition: Good. The top and bottom edges are folded over and there is a small tear on the left edge.
Scale: 3/16” = 1’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Some graves have been crossed through with red pencil.
Condition: Brittle with tears along all four edges, especially the bottom. A small part of the lower right corner is missing.
Scale: 3/16” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the circular lot and underground vault. An index in the lower left corner shows the dimensions of various elevations, which correspond to letters on the drawing. A small diagram in the upper right corner shows the vault below the grade line.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting linen.
Notes/Markings: “Floor level of vault is 12’5” below grade in center of plot.”
Condition: Good.
Scale: 3/16” = 1’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Good.
Scale: 3/16” = 1’
Details: See Item A in this series. These copies do not contain the index or additional drawings showing the vault below the grade line.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Good.
Details: This plan shows the entrance steps and the posts of the foundation that are sunk into the ground.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: “3 feet elevation from back to front.” Written in black pen: “Lot 7780”; “Posts must have 6’0” butts. Lugs must be 4””; stamp of approval located above the latter note; one measurement crossed out and corrected in black pen.
Condition: Wrinkled and discolored with the upper left corner folded down but otherwise good.
Scale: ½” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the mausoleum’s foundation walls. A small sketch in the center of the plan shows a side elevation of the entrance steps.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Includes various dimensions. Signed and dated in black pen by the superintendent; “Lot 7780 written in black pen.”
Condition: Wrinkled and discolored with the bottom right corner ripped and folded up.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the circular lot with a monument in the center and 39 graves surrounding it. 14 graves are occupied, indicated by names or initials and dates of death.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper.
Condition: Discolored/smudged but otherwise in good condition.
Scale: 1” = 4’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the lot. There appears to be a monument at the top of the lot. There are 34 graves: the first row (closest to the monument) has 4 graves and 3 headstones (for graves 1, 2, and 3) and the remaining 3 rows contain 10 graves each. The measurements of the lot are given and a compass in the upper right corner shows the orientation of the lot.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting vellum.
Notes/Markings: Grave 4 originally had a headstone which was crossed out in red pencil; Grave 3 originally did not have a headstone but one was added in red pencil.
Condition: Good.
Scale: 1” = 4’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Good.
Scale: 1” = 4’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series. This copy also has a note written in red pencil at the bottom saying “OVER.” The verso has a lead pencil drawing of the Trippe Lot and its distance to the Roger Williams Lot on its right and the Seaman Vault below.
Condition: Good.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the circular lot. There is a monument at the back of the lot and 26 graves in 3 rows. The measurements of the lot and graves are given. The back row of graves, closest to the monument, has been redrawn in red dashes to indicate their larger size, so instead of 10 graves there are 8.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper.
Condition: Dirty with a horizontal crease mark, but otherwise good.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the circular lot. Each portion of the lot is 504 square feet. James Crosby Brown’s lot (33231) contains 2 graves, each of which contains a name and date of death. There is an ivy border around the lot.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper.
Notes/Markings: Light markings in pencil.
Condition: Somewhat dirty but otherwise good.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: The lot numbers are written in pencil on the verso.
Condition: Good, with two small tears on the left and bottom edges and slight staining on the verso.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: The lot numbers are written in pencil on the verso.
Condition: Good, with slight staining on the verso.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This drawing shows all the graves within each portion of the lot, with 12 graves per section for a total of 36. The graves are numbered in yellow marker. There is only one name/date of death in James Crosby Brown’s lot (33231), and the information differs slightly from the information contained in the other drawings, though it is the same grave in all drawings. Each section of the lot was given a different color which has now largely faded (33231 = blue; 33232 = red; 33233 = yellow).
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting linen.
Notes/Markings: Each grave in the inner ring is 8” x 3’5” and each grave in the outer ring is 8’ x 3’. The lot numbers are written in pencil on the verso.
Condition: Dirty and wrinkled but otherwise good.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the circular lot. There is a large rectangular monument in the center and a total of 40 graves.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper.
Notes/Markings: 12 graves contain the name and date of death of the individual buried there. Most of the dates are from the 1930s and 1940s. A note added in 1951 indicates that one of the graves contains ashes.
Condition: Slight staining and a folded lower-left corner, but otherwise good.
Scale: ¼” = 1’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Black ink on paper.
Notes/Markings: See Item A in this series.
Condition: Stained with ink from being in a drawer next to other plans, but otherwise good.
Scale: [¾” = 1’]
Details: The mausoleum is trapezoidal in shape with the base slightly wider than the top. Framing the entrance stairs are two small pedestals topped with one urn each. Two decorative columns flank the entrance door, which mirrors the mausoleum’s trapezoidal shape. “STOLLER-PARKER” is cut in raised letters above the door; above that is a decorative carved motif that is echoed in the frieze.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Stamp of approval located in lower-right corner. “Sheet No. 1” in the lower-right corner.
Condition: Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows the right side of the mausoleum. The pedestal and urn are represented, as is the ornamentation in the frieze. Three columns with carved capitols and bases run along the length of the façade.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Stamp of approval and “Sheet No. 2” in the lower-right corner.
Condition: Slightly brittle and water-stained with brad holes on the left edge.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The frieze ornamentation continues along the rear and there are two carved columns.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Stamp of approval and “Sheet No. 3” in the lower-right corner.
Condition: Small portion missing from lower-left and upper-right corners; brad holes along left edge; fold marks and slight wrinkles throughout; slight staining.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The ornamentation from the frieze and above the entrance door is repeated in the interior of the mausoleum, above the 3 vertically-stacked catacombs.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete base
Notes/Markings: Stamp of approval and “Sheet No. 4” in the lower-right corner.
Condition: Brad holes along the left edge but otherwise good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: The three catacombs are located in the rear of the mausoleum. The entrance vestibule contains carved panels along the bottom of the wall.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Concrete base; slate catacombs.
Notes/Markings: Stamp of approval and “Sheet No.5” in the lower-right corner. Marking in red pencil below the entrance vestibule.
Condition: Brad holes along the left edge but otherwise good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: This plan shows an aerial view of the mausoleum. There are three entrance steps, two columns flanking the steps, ten columns around the mausoleum, two niches in the entrance vestibule (one on either side), and three catacombs in the back.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Polished granite floor; marble pilaster.
Notes/Markings: Stamp of approval and “Sheet No. 6” in the lower-right corner.
Condition: Brad holes along the left edge and a crease in the upper-right corner but otherwise good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Shows a very basic outline of the mausoleum with a small section drawing of the side wall.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Granite floor, granite base.
Notes/Markings: Stamp of approval and “Sheet No. 7” in the lower-right corner. Dashed lines added in pencil.
Condition: Brad holes along the left edge but otherwise good.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Details: Still shows a basic outline of the mausoleum, with smaller drawings showing the side and end.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Materials Noted: Earth.
Notes/Markings: Approved on August 17, 1907; illegible signature. Title block provides location of Flint Granite Company (Albany, NY).
Condition: Encapsulated in Mylar.
Details: Six pages (including title page) outlining the general conditions and materials for construction of the mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Typewritten on bond paper.
Materials Noted: Barre, Vermont granite; Lafarge cement; brick; slate; United States Standard bronze; Doherty’s patent bronze; stained glass; plate glass; Blue English Vein Vermont marble; Pink Tennessee marble; Keen’s cement; concrete.
Notes/Markings: Stamp of approval on the last page; handwritten note in pen on the third page.
Condition: Stained in various places but otherwise good.
Scale: 1/4” = 1’
Details: This diagram shows the lot from an aerial perspective. The lot is circular with a set of three steps leading into it and contains 20 graves (#1-8 on the left, 9-12 in the center, and 13-20 on the right). Each grave measures 3’ x 8’. There is a monument at the top center of the lot which is flanked by two seats.
Drawing Material: Black and red ink on drafting linen.
Condition: Dirty but otherwise in good condition.
Scale: 1/4” = 1’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Notes/Markings: Graves 9-13 have names and dates written in black ink.
Condition: Staples holes in upper corners.
Scale: 1/4” = 1’
Details: See Item A in this series.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Condition: Creased throughout from being folded; small portion missing from the bottom edge.
Details: This diagram shows the lot from an aerial perspective. The left side of the lot comes down at an angle because the back of the lot is bigger than the front of the lot. It accommodates 19 graves (7 in the first row; 6 in the second and third rows). A compass is drawn to the right of the lot diagram.
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting paper.
Notes/Markings: Written in pencil in the lower left corner: “For file,” followed by illegible notes.
Condition: Embrittled and smudged throughout with the edges upturned.
Scale: 1/4” = 1’
Details: This diagram shows the lot from an aerial perspective. The lot is adjacent to Lot 19349 (to the north) and Lot 8589 (to the east); all three lots are enclosed in a fence. The gate to Lot 8588 opens at the bottom of the lot. There are 13 graves: the first two rows accommodate four graves, and the last row contains five graves. There is a monument centered between the first and second rows; it is located between graves 2 and 3 and at the head of graves 6 and 7. Initials indicate five interments in four graves (3, 4, 6, and 9 – grave 9 had two interments at the time of this drawing).
Drawing Material: Black ink on drafting linen.
Notes/Markings: “19349” is written twice on the verso.
Condition: Encapsulated in Mylar.
Scale: Cross Section: 1” = 1’; Plan: 1” = 2’
Details: The plan of the lot is on the right side of the blueprint and shows a row of four graves with two headstones centered on each pair of graves. The last grave on the right is outlined heavier than the other graves; this is to indicate its relationship to the drawing of the cross section located on the left side of the blueprint. The “End View Cross Section” shows the depth of the last grave.
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper.
Condition: Good.
Scale: 1" = 1'
Details: Cross Section Showing Catacombs: There are 12 crypts in this mausoleum (3 across and 4 down). Front Elevation: "1895" is carved into the pediment and "J. W. Dimick" is carved above the door. Side Elevation: shows that this mausoleum is set into a hill.
Drawing Material: Black and red ink on drafting paper.
Notes/Markings: On the reverse: "Dimick Vault" written in black ink and "29200/29201" written in pencil.
Condition: Poor. This drawinig is split into two pieces. Parts are missing along the left and top edges and the left quadrant is completely discolored, with stains and smudges throughout.
Details: Aerial perspective showing the entrance vestibule on the left and the crypts on the right.
Drawing Material: Black and red ink on drafting paper.
Notes/Markings: "Dimick Vault" written in pencil in the lower right corner.
Condition: Poor. Pieces are missing along the top and bottom edges and along the center crease. Deep crease marks. Smudges along the top and discoloration along the bottom.
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 18 ½” x 16 1/3”
Details: “Estimate No. 13657”, “Date 9-5-63”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Barre
Notes/Markings: None
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 18 ½” x 16 1/3”
Details: “Estimate No. 13657”, “Date 9-5-63”, “Drawn by
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Barre
Notes/Markings: None
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 18 ½” x 16 1/3”
Details: “Estimate No. 13657”, “Date 9-5-63”, “Drawn by
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Barre
Notes/Markings: None
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 18 ½” x 16 1/3”
Details: “Estimate No. 13657”, “Date 9-5-63”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Barre
Notes/Markings: None
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 18 ½” x 16 1/3”
Details: “Estimate No. 13657”, “Date 9-5-63”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Barre
Notes/Markings: None
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 18 ½” x 16 1/3”
Details: “Estimate No. 13657”, “Date 9-5-63”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Barre
Notes/Markings: “Polished granite floor”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: NA
Size: 15 ½” x 13 3/16”
Details: “Design 8140A”, “Note name above door to be Peter Herrmann”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: [Deer(?) image] “Herrmann” [Freemason symbol] above door, “I build to perpetuate the memory of my loved ones” above name
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: NA
Size: 15 ½” x 13 3/16”
Details: “Design 8140A”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: NA
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: NA
Size: 15 ½” x 13 3/16”
Details: “Design 8140A”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Glass
Notes/Markings: “Art glass window”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: NA
Size: 15 ½” x 13 3/16”
Details: “Design 8140A”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, polished granite. Glass, marble
Notes/Markings: “Bronze doors”, 2 crypts”, “polished granite floor”, “removable marble slot”, art glass window”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: NA
Size: 15 ½” x 13 3/16”
Details: “Design 8140A”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: bronze, polished granite, brick, glass
Notes/Markings: “bronze vent & ceiling hanger”, “art glass window”, “pol. Granite floor”, “brick”, “E R. H”, “P.H”, “W.F.H”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: NA
Size: 15 ½” x 13 3/16”
Details: “Design 8140A”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: bronze, polished granite, glass
Notes/Markings: “Elizabeth C. Herrmann, December 27, 1891, July 24, 1947”, “polished granite floor”, “bronze doors”, “bronze vent and ceiling hanger”, “art glass window”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1-0
Size: 18” x 13 1/2”
Details: “Lot # 38244”, “Herrmann”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: Note attached to blueprint “Mr. Wegenaar said to make rear line of vault 2’ 0”from rear line of lot.”, “2’-0” x 2’-0” pier necessary depth”, “5-0 deep”, 4’-0” deep”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 18” x 12”
Details: NA
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: “step at front [jul..]”, “2’-0” x 2’-0” pier necessary depth”, “ground”
Condition: Good, slightly faded
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 20” x 16”
Details: “Estimate # 11584”, “January 2, 1958”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: “smooth finish- balance rough”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 20” x 16”
Details: “Estimate # 11584”, “January 2, 1958”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: “bronze vents”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 20” x 16”
Details: “Estimate # 11584”, “January 2, 1958”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: “bronze anchors”, bronze grille” (copy 1), “rear grade” (copy 2)
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”Size: 20” x 16”
Details: “Estimate # 11584”, “January 2, 1958”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Bronze, glass, marble
Notes/Markings: “Polished marble interior”, “bronze rosettes”, “bronze grille”, “bronze window frame”, “plate glass amber window”, “7-9” floor to ceiling”, “2” marble”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 20” x 16”
Details: “Estimate # 11584”, “January 2, 1958”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: NA
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 20” x 16”
Details: “Estimate # 11584”, “January 2, 1958”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Granite, brick (copy 2)
Notes/Markings: “Polished granite floor”, “brick if required” (copy 2), “allows 3: for brick lining” (copy 2), “average box” (copy 2)
Condition: Good
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: NA
Size: 8 1/2” x 5 1/2”
Details: Authorization letter to Green-Wood Cemetery from George and Stella Kaplan re: memorial, December 30, 1957
Drawing Material: Typed letter on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: H. K. Peacock Memorials Inc. letterhead
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 8 1/2” x 11”
Details: Letter to Green-Wood Cemetery from H.K. Peacock Memorial Inc, signed (Mrs.) H. A. Behrendt, re: installment of Kaplan Mausoleum, December 31, 1957
Drawing Material: Typed on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: NA
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 5” x 8”
Details: Work order by Peacock Memorials, November 4, 1955, order number 187
Drawing Material: Typed on paper, ink on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: Sketch of mausoleum, “stick for level of front part of foundation”, “4” higher than front”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”
Details: Request to Green-Wood Cemetery to allow construction of mausoleum by Peacock Memorials on foundation in specific position, signed Marie G. Ford, November 1, 1955
Drawing Material: Typed on paper, ink on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: Sketch of mausoleum
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 6” x 9”
Details: Handwritten price listing of memorial, total $512.50, no itemized labels on prices
Drawing Material: Pencil on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: NA
Condition: Fair, tattered edges
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”
Details: Authorization letter to Green-Wood Cemetery from Marie G. Ford re: H. K. Peacock Memorials Inc to erect memorial, October 21, 1955
Drawing Material: Typed on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: H.K. Peacock Memorial Inc letterhead, received stamp on back
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”
Details: Authorization letter to Green-Wood Cemetery from Marie G. Ford re: H. K. Peacock Memorials Inc to erect memorial, October 21, 1955
Drawing Material: Typed on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: H.K. Peacock Memorial Inc letterhead, received stamp on back
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 17 ½” X 28 ¾”
Details: “Estimate No 10729”, “October 20, 1955”, “Approved by ?? Kelly, Marie G. Ford”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Barre, Vermont granite, bronze
Notes/Markings: “bronze ventilators”, “bronze anchors”, “side walls & roof stone smooth finish”, “bronze dowels”, “top of foundation flush with grade at this point”, “base rough”, “allow for drains”, “v. sunken inscriptions on marble tablets”, “bronze drain pipe and stopper”, “4” u sunken name”, “carved and shaped bronze rosette”, “double bronze gates”
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 12 1/2” x 20 3/4”
Details: “8-16-1976”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproductions on paper
Materials Noted: Concrete, granite
Notes/Markings: “Concrete foundation”
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 17” x 20 1/4”
Details: “8-16-76”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Materials Noted: Bronze
Notes/Markings: “Clemente” across top front, “Beloved wife and mother Mildred 1915-1976” below Star of David, “cultured rose”, “sand blast wild rose carving”, “bronze rosett”
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: ¾” = 1’-0”
Size: 17” x 20 1/2”
Details: “8-16-76”
Drawing Material: Blueprint reproduction on paper
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: “concrete foundation”
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: Symmetrical
Scale: NA
Size: 2 1/4” x 5 1/2”
Details: NA
Drawing Material: Pencil on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: “Clemente- - Foundation $3000.00”, “Lot $7200.00”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: 3”= 1’, ¾”= 1’
Size: 29 1/2” x 42”
Details: “Project ‘Ebb’ Mausoleum 3 crypt vestibule”, “location Valhalla, NY”, “purchaser Presbrey-Leland Inc”, drawn by Keith Nack”, “granite finish”, “mausoleum Rockville see schedule on sht. #1 cr. Frt. To be determined”, “stone mark A”, “job number 95-8542”, “file z-26”
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: granite
Notes/Markings: “See section 2/2 for typical reinforcing and soil preparation notes”, “3” I.D. min. non-corrosive condensation drain thru floor slab to sand and gravel bed below. 2 thus”, “foundation depth to be per local soil & frost conditions and local codes”, “finish grade varies”, “finished grade to slope away from maus.”, “#4 tie-bar 1’-3’ o.c. bend as shown”, “#4 rebar 1’-8” o.c. both ways @ top & bottom”, “remove all topsoil from through-out jobsite. Replace with 6” min. layer sand and gravel compacted in 8” max. lifts, to 95% of the modified proctor density according to astm:d-1557”. “#4 rebar runs horizontal & vertical horizontal rebar must be not more than 2’ o.c.”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 8 1/2” x 11”
Details: NA
Drawing Material: Photocopy on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: “John Ippolito 516”, “Scotto Michael Rose 519”, “Watt William 529”
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: ¾” = 1’
Size: 8 3/4” x 10 1/2”
Details: NA
Drawing Material: Photocopy on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: NA
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 17” x 10 1/2”
Details: NA
Drawing Material: Photocopy on paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: NA
Condition: Good
Design/Style: NA
Scale: ¾”= 1’
Size: 19 1/4” x 32”
Details: The blueprint has two drawings- transverse and longitudinal. The transverse cross-section drawing of the mausoleum is seen both above and below the grade line. There are at least two vaults visible as well as the thick outer walls and doorway. The longitudinal cross- section drawing of the mausoleum exhibits a front column, internal vaults, thick external walls, and a back window. It is seen above and below the grade line.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: NA
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: ¾”= 1’
Size: 19 1/4” x 32”
Details: The blueprint has two cross-section drawings. One cross-section drawing of the mausoleum is seen both above and below the grade line. There are two vaults visible, part of the doorway and thick outer walls. The second cross- section drawing of the mausoleum exhibits a front column, one vault, thick external walls, and a back window. It is seen above and below the grade line.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: NA
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 30 1/2” x 22”
Details: The sketch shows a simple outline of the James plot (center circle) with entrance surrounded by 6 other plots situated above an unnamed Avenue.
Drawing Material: Pencil on Paper
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: Measurements noted
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: ¾”= 1’
Size: 20 1/2” x 35 3/4”
Details: The blueprint has two drawings. The front elevation view shows two columns, a doorway and ornamental decoration around the top of the door and above the columns. The rear view shows two columns and a window. Ornamentation seen above columns and on roof.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: Some measurements indicated
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 14 1/4” x 11 3/4”
Details: The blueprint shows an aerial view of the James Memorial with mausoleum “A” and “B” and the entrance to the plot. Surrounding the James Memorial plot are six other plots represented by six circles.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: Mausoleum A and B are marked
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 30 1/2” x 22”
Details: The drawing the James plot with entrance surrounded by six other plots located above and unnamed Avenue.
Drawing Material: Ink on Parchment
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: Diameter measurements for each plot areas, James’ plot measurements: “Diameter of 63 feet equals 3117 feet. Deduct from adjoining circles 771 feet. Balance 2346 feet. Deduct amount of original ground 1134 feet. Balance 1212 feet. Add 130 feet. Total amount of extra ground 1342 feet. Which equals 3 lots and 208 feet”.
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: 1 1/2”= 1’
Size: 19 3/8” x 36”
Details: The blueprint has four drawings. The Mausoleum Half Plan shows 2 crypts possible from an aerial view belonging to Arthur Curtis James and D. Willis James. The Isometric Projections drawing shows 2 drawings of the top corner vertical joints. These show the stones situated apart and in position on the memorial. The last drawing exhibits the steps leading into the memorial as well as an ornamental column, jams and lintel.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: NA
Notes/Markings: “Mausoleum “B” half plan Arthur Curtiss James”, Mausoleum “A” half plan D. Willis James”, measurements of mausoleum A and B.
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 23 1/4” x 15 1/4”
Details: The blueprint shows the aerial view of the mausoleum with 4 crypts visible. Also visible are the stairs and entrance area with two pillars and the back of the mausoleum containing a decorative altar and cross. Crypts are arranged on each side of the mausoleum.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Slate
Notes/Markings: Measurements of the mausoleum, “slate rests”, “cross”
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 23 1/4” x 15 1/2”
Details: The blueprint shows the transverse section of the Freestone Mausoleum. Pictured is the back of the mausoleum which contains a cross on the back wall and a decorative altar with a font and the word RESURGAM. Four crypts on each side are seen stacked. The blueprint shows where the vents are placed. The foundation is also seen and is made of concrete.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Measurements of the mausoleum, “vent”, “ceiling 1 ½” thick”, “RESURGAM”
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Scale: NA
Size: 15 1/2” x 23 1/4”
Details: The blueprint shows the longitudinal section of the Freestone Mausoleum. Depicted are 8 crypts. The crypts are stacked four high in two rows along the side of the mausoleum. Two vents are seen above the crypts. A partial view of the concrete foundation is seen as well as one column in the front and a side view of the decorative font. The floor is shown as being made of marble.
Drawing Material: Blueprint
Materials Noted: Concrete and Marble
Notes/Markings: “vent”, “floor 2” marble”
Condition: Good, encapsulated in mylar
Design/Style: NA
Details: Top of Monument column
Size: 40" x 12"
Drawing Material: Paper with pencil and ink
Materials Note: Concrete column
Notes/Markings: Measurements along the right side, bottom and top left of the drawing. Worn edge along the bottom of the drawing. Some tears on the top half of the drdawing with the top piece of the drawing taped to the other half of the drawing.
Condition: Has been folded into fifths. Good with some worn edging.
Design/Style: Flowers flanking both sides of the monument all the way to the top. Top of the column has leaves holding the base of the urn. The top of the column has an urn with a wreath around it.
Details: Drawing of the bottom of the column
Size: 38" x 14"
Drawing Material: Paperwith black ink and pencil
Materials Noted: Concrete
Notes/Markings: Measurements along both sides of drawing
Condition: Worn paper with frayed edges, paper in three separate sections from folding. Drawing itself is in good condition.
Design/Style: Wide base with decorative floral concrete design, triangular top leading into floral base of the top part of the column
