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Photographer: Barry Swackhamer
Taken: November 6, 2015
Caption: The Peacock Door
Additional Description: The world renowned door, actually a piece of unusual real estate art, is one of three in creation called the "Peacock Doors." While the design reflects the majestic and mystical bird, the door actually pays homage to the famed "House of Peacock" - Chicago's historic and celebrated emporium of fine jewelry, fine china and imported gifts of silver and gold, founded by Elijah Peacock in 1837, Chicago's first incorporated business.
The House of Peacock in the Palmer House flourished throughout most of the 20th century under the leadership of C.D. Peacock (Charles Daniel), Elijah's son. The design is that of Louis Comfort Tiffany. Each of the three doors weigh more than a half-ton, and all three are valued at more than a million dollars.
This famed Peacock door is just the beginning. Step up into the historic splendor of the world renowned Palmer House lobby. See for yourself the results of one of the most comprehensive hotel restorations ever completed. This $170 million initiative has lovingly completed its mission: Return to Grandeur...
Submitted: February 4, 2016, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
Database Locator Identification Number: p344858
File Size: 3.468 Megabytes

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