Big Four Bridge - Urban Development Proposal - 1969
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Title
Big Four Bridge - Urban Development Proposal - 1969
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Description
These images show two architectural sketches by Jasper Ward, illustrating proposed shops on the Big Four Bridge in Louisville, Kentucky. The drawings, depicted in white on a dark background, detail a conceptualization of shop spaces integrated within the existing steel structure of the bridge. The sketches accentuate the industrial framework, prominently featuring structural elements like trusses and beams, creating a dynamic and intricate visual composition. The images emphasize Ward's vision of adaptive reuse, transforming the bridge into a thriving commercial area while preserving its historic industrial character.
Creator
Source
Ward, Jasper D. (1921-2002) Architectural Drawings, 1924-1997, The Filson Historical Society, Louisville, Kentucky
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Rights
Property rights in the collection belong to The Filson Historical Society. The Filson Historical Society can provide high-resolution scans of original source materials from its holdings for non-commercial and commercial use. To learn about this process, visit https://filsonhistorical.org/collections/order-reproductions/
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Identifier
Mss. AR W259 Folder 064 Item 001-002
Collection
Citation
Ward, Jasper D. (1921-2002), “Big Four Bridge - Urban Development Proposal - 1969,” The Filson Historical Society Digital Projects, accessed May 14, 2025, https://filsonhistorical.omeka.net/items/show/7144.
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