Washington Loan & Trust Company, 17th and G Streets Branch Decorative Medallion

ID: 5812 ~ Source: Image courtesy of the DC Preservation League ~ Creator: Image taken by Zachary Burt ~ Date: March, 2024

This file appears in: Washington Loan and Trust Company, 17th and G Streets Branch (1924-1974): A superb example of the Beaux-Arts and Italian Renaissance Revival styles, this commercial bank building’s demolition would lead to a stronger relationship between citizen preservation groups and future developments.

This medallion, previously decorating the Washington Loan & Trust Company 17th and G Streets Branch, includes a sculpted allegory. This medallion and others are currently on display at the modern building that was erected in its place.

Washington Loan and Trust Company, 17th and G Streets Branch (1924-1974): A superb example of the Beaux-Arts and Italian Renaissance Revival styles, this commercial bank building’s demolition would lead to a stronger relationship between citizen preservation groups and future developments.

By The DC Historic Sites team

Built in 1924, the 17th and G Streets Branch of the Washington Loan & Trust Company was an outstanding example of Beaux-Arts and Italian Renaissance Revival styles. In fact, Arthur B. Heaton, the…