Neoclassical style (1750-1900)

The White House
built between 1792 and 1800 and designed by James Hoban
Neoclassical style (Federal architecture)
The White house is the official home of the President of the United States. It was built as the private home of the President and to show off grandeur as a President.

Bust of Andrew Jackson
1819, sculpted by William Rush
Neoclassical style
William Rush was America's first great sculptor; Andrew Jackson was the 7th U.S. President. The bust of Jackson was akin to the style of old Caesars of the Roman Empire.

Chicago City Hall

1911, designed by architectural firm Holabird and Roche

The Chicago City Hall was built in the Neoclassical style that many government building were built in back in that time period. This building is a fine example of the Neoclassical movement back in the early 1900’s.