--photo: Carol M. Highsmith-
Although almost 100 years old, the Neo-Gothic Woolworth Building is still one of the best known skyscrapers in America. Gilbert’s design integrated Gothic themes with the modern idea of a skyscraper, and the building’s tower, rising from a U-shaped base, is decorated with gargoyles, spires, and flying buttresses. To Gilbert’s dismay, the building was instantly dubbed a “cathedral of commerce.” It is said that retail magnate Frank W. Woolworth paid cash—$13.5 million—for the building.
Comments (6)
You have numbers 44 and 45 mixed up on your list. FYI.
Cheers,
FC
Posted by Fred Cheney | February 8, 2007 4:09 PM
Posted on February 8, 2007 16:09
Thanks Fred. We're fixing that.
Posted by Andy | February 8, 2007 4:14 PM
Posted on February 8, 2007 16:14
I am sorry, but the Woolworth building has to be futher up on the list as America's first real skyscraper.
Posted by ken balder | February 10, 2007 2:53 PM
Posted on February 10, 2007 14:53
This building is amazing. It should be ranked much higher.
Posted by Chris | March 15, 2007 12:20 PM
Posted on March 15, 2007 12:20
"America's first real skyscraper?" I love the Woolworth, but let's not make stuff up.
Posted by d. | March 17, 2007 3:05 AM
Posted on March 17, 2007 03:05
Ok- what was the first "skyscraper" in America????
Posted by ken balder | March 28, 2007 5:54 PM
Posted on March 28, 2007 17:54