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Erich Mendelsohn (1887–1953) was a renowned German architect known for his pioneering role in modernism and expressionist architecture. His dynamic designs, characterized by sweeping, organic forms and innovative use of materials like glass and steel, challenged the rigid conventions of his time. Mendelsohn’s most notable works include the Einstein Tower in Potsdam and several avant-garde department stores across Europe, including the Petersdorff Department Store in Wroclaw. After fleeing Nazi Germany, he continued his influential career in the United States, the UK, and Israel, leaving a profound impact on 20th-century architecture.
The Kaufhaus Petersdorff, designed by Erich Mendelsohn and completed between 1927 and 1928, is an example of modernist and expressionist architecture in Wroclaw, Poland. At its construction, Europe was experiencing…
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