Vilas in Madison in Dane County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Larson House
1911
Photographed By Gordon Govier, June 6, 2012
1. Larson House 1911 Marker
Inscription.
Larson House. The Larson House, attributed to the architectural firm of Claude and Starck, is significant as an exceptional local example of the Prairie Style. The Prairie Style is one of the few indigenous American styles, identifiable by its horizontal emphasis and use of stucco, brick and stone. Contributing to the horizontal effect are wide overhanging eaves and ribbons of windows with intricate leaded glass in the upper sash. The treatment of window pairs meeting at 45 degrees provides a variation to the bay window. This was the home of prominent Madison businessman, August Larson and his wife Della.
The Larson House, attributed to the architectural firm of Claude and Starck, is significant as an exceptional local example of the Prairie Style. The Prairie Style is one of the few indigenous American styles, identifiable by its horizontal emphasis and use of stucco, brick and stone. Contributing to the horizontal effect are wide overhanging eaves and ribbons of windows with intricate leaded glass in the upper sash. The treatment of window pairs meeting at 45 degrees provides a variation to the bay window. This was the home of prominent Madison businessman, August Larson and his wife Della.
Erected 2012 by Madison Landmarks Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 43° 3.827′ N, 89° 24.886′ W. Marker is in Madison, Wisconsin, in Dane County. It is in Vilas. Marker is at the intersection of Grant Street and Jefferson Street, on the right when traveling south on Grant Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Madison WI 53711, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bear (approx. 0.2 miles away); Edgewood (approx. 0.3 miles away); Vilas (approx. 0.3 miles away); University of Wisconsin Field House
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 8, 2012, by Gordon Govier of Fitchburg, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 600 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos:1. submitted on June 8, 2012, by Gordon Govier of Fitchburg, Wisconsin. 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on June 9, 2012, by Gordon Govier of Fitchburg, Wisconsin. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
