2nd Cliff House souvenir pitcher San Francisco Dresden

2nd Cliff House souvenir pitcher San Francisco Dresden (image 1/1)
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A Dresden/Wheelock china pitcher showing the second Cliff House in San Francisco, California. No chips, cracks or repairs, as nice a piece of souvenir china as I have ever seen. Circa 1896-1906. 3 3/4 x 3 x 1 3/4" See the photo for the Dresden/Wheelock mark in the lower right hand corner.About the Cliff House: The first Cliff House was a modest structure built in 1863 by Masters Butler and Buckley. In 1881, the Cliff House was sold to Adolph Sutro, a self made millionaire, philanthropist and later, mayor of San Francisco. Seven years later, Sutro built a railroad to bring the general public to this seaside attraction. On Christmas Day 1894, the Cliff House was destroyed by fire. In 1896 Sutro spent $50,000 to rebuild the Cliff House in grandiose style. Fashioned after a French Chateau, the second Cliff House boasted 8 stories, spires and an observation tower two hundred feet above sea level. Though never a hotel, it served as an elegant site for dining, dancing and entertainment. On the third floor were a photo gallery, reception room, parlors and panoramic views from its large windows. The second floor held 20 private lunch rooms, a large art gallery and a gem exhibit. At ground level, t was a large dining room, parlor, bar, numerous private dining rooms and kitchens. This was the most resplendent and beloved of all the Cliff Houses read more
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