Setting the stage

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German architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel was the foremost classical designer of Central Europe during the 19th century. Among his creations were the Altes Museum and the Iron Cross medal in Berlin. He paintings and theatrical set designs have also achieved acclaim.

Biography, Architects, Criticism and interpretation, Set designers, Schinkel, Karl Friedrich

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Century Cottage

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Century Cottage is an old hall-and-parlor home in northwestern Connecticut originally built in 1743. Its owner is a purist who painstakingly restored even the minutest details to come up with a very authentic Colonial home.

Dwellings, Remodeling and renovation, Home remodeling

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Good for what ails you..

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The New Orleans Pharmacy Museum features antiques and artifacts used in 19th century health care. They include patent medicines, bloodletting devices, dental powders, perfumes, homeopathic remedies and ointment pots.

History, Medical care, Drugstores, Museums, Art museums, New Orleans, Louisiana

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