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harry pettit

1867 – 1941

harry pettit
19th Century
19th Century

harry pettit

Born 1867 Died 1941

Harry Pettit: Architect of Brooklyn’s Skyline Harry Pettit (1867 – 1941) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of American architectural illustration and urban planning, particularly during the Art Deco era. Born on Rock Island, Illinois, Pettit possessed an innate fascination with engineering and design principles that would shape his lifelong career. Early influences included Jules Verne’s fantastical tales and the burgeoning i…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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