David C. Lewis architectural papers

Collection

Identifier: Mss 3008

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of three blueprint sheets with plans for residences designed by the Portland, Oregon, architect David C. Lewis. One sheet shows a transverse section of the residence for Episcopal Bishop Charles Scadding at the corner of SW Elm Street and SE 19th Avenue in Portland, a house that would later become known as "Bishopcroft." The other two sheets in the collection depict floor plans and elevations for a proposed beach house in Seaside, Oregon, for Maria L. Flanders.

Dates

Creation: circa 1910-1911

Creator

Lewis, David C. (David Chambers), 1867-1918 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

The Oregon Historical Society owns the materials in the Research Library and makes available reproductions for research, publication, and other uses. The Society does not necessarily hold copyright to all materials in the collections. In some cases, permission for use may require seeking additional authorization from copyright owners.

Biographical Note

David Chambers Lewis (1867-1918) was an architect based in Portland, Oregon.

Extent

0.15 Cubic Feet (1 oversize folder (30x42))

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Blueprints of plans for residences designed by Portland, Oregon, architect David C. Lewis (1867-1918). The plans are for the residence of Episcopal Bishop Charles Scadding in Portland, and for a proposed residence for Maria L. Flanders in Seaside, Oregon.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Most likely acquired in the mid- or late 20th century (RL2022-017-RETRO).

Processing Information

Includes materials previously designated Mss 3008-1, Mss 3008-2, and Mss 3008-3. Collection was titled "David Chambers Lewis architectural papers" prior to 2022.