New York Office of Mr. James Napier

April 8, 2020 Melinda Lewis 0 comment

The New York Office of The Napier Co. was recognized as being one of the most beautiful in the city. The office space was designed by the firm of Voorhees, Walker, Smith, and Smith, Architects. Shown here is the personal office of Mr. James H. Napier, president of The Napier Co. The workspace was featured in the 1959 edition of, Interiors Book of Offices, by the Whitney Library of Design.

Napier New York President Office

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Jewelry historian, Melinda Lewis is co-founder of Costume Jewelry Collectors Int’l (CJCI) and author of The Napier Co.: Defining 20th Century American Costume Jewelry. View all posts by Melinda Lewis

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