James H. Dakin & James Gallier

Place: New York City

Born: 1806

Death: 1852

Biography:

James H. Dakin and James Gallier were American architects who designed Neo-Gothic buildings and were the architects for the Old Louisiana State Capitol, Old Bank of Louisville, and other public buildings. They were known for their collaborative work in New Orleans, where they designed notable buildings such as the Merchants Exchange and Barton Academy.

Early Life and Career

James H. Dakin was born in Northeast Township, New York in 1806 and died in New Orleans in 1852. James Gallier was born in Ireland in 1798 and died in New Orleans in 1866. Dakin learned the carpentry trade from his uncle and later moved to New York City, where he was apprenticed to Alexander Jackson Davis. He married Joanna Belcher of Norwich, Connecticut, and they had seven children. Dakin's work with Gallier included Christ Church, and the front of which is preserved. They also designed the St. Charles Hotel, one of the first large buildings constructed on Canal Street in New Orleans. This impressive Greek revival structure had a 6-column projecting Corinthian portico, marble front steps, and huge dome.

Notable Works

Some notable works by James H. Dakin and James Gallier include:

• Section No. 1, Longitudinal of the Merchants Exchange, which can be found at The Historic New Orleans Collection (New Orleans, United States)
• Old Louisiana State Capitol, which was designed in the Neo-Gothic style
• Old Bank of Louisville, which was one of their earliest and most significant works

Museums and Collections

Their work can be found in various museums and collections, including The Historic New Orleans Collection (New Orleans, United States) and Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection. The Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection is a historic estate that was the residence of Robert Woods Bliss and Mildred Barnes Bliss. It features a variety of plant species from around the world and is considered one of the finest examples of early 20th-century garden design. Important architects like James H. Dakin and James Gallier have contributed significantly to the development of American architecture, particularly in the Neo-Gothic style. Their collaborative work in New Orleans has left a lasting legacy, with many of their buildings still standing today. For more information on James H. Dakin and James Gallier, visit Wikioo.org or Wikipedia. Their work can also be found at The White House Collection (United States), which showcases some of the most famous and iconic artworks in American history.