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The Velvet Trap: Stanford White, Evelyn Nesbit, and the Crime That Shook the Gilded Age
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The Velvet Trap: Stanford White, Evelyn Nesbit, and the Crime That Shook the Gilded Age
Posted by admin on April 11, 2025, 01:20 100 0

The Gilded Age's Architectural Luminary

Stanford White, born in 1853, was a towering figure in American architecture during the Gilded Age. As a partner in the prestigious firm McKim, Mead & White, he was instrumental in designing iconic structures such as the Washington Square Arch and the second Madison Square Garden. White's designs epitomized the Beaux-Arts style, blending classical elements with modern sensibilities, and his clientele included some of the most affluent families of the era.

The Muse: Evelyn Nesbit's Rise and Fall

Evelyn Nesbit emerged as a prominent figure in New York's social scene, captivating artists and audiences alike with her beauty and charm. Her relationship with White began when she was a teenager, leading to a complex and controversial liaison that would later become central to a sensational murder trial. ...Read More

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