The Holston National Bank is located in Downtown Knoxville, Tennessee, and was constructed between 1912 and 1913 by Norfolk architect John Kevan Peebles in the Neo-Classical Revival style. It was built by the George Fuller Construction Company of New York, the marble work was executed by Knoxville firm Fenton Construction Company, and the interior woodwork was done by the Edgefield and Nashville Manufacturing Company of Nashville. The building’s initial height was twelve stories, but two additional stories housing a penthouse were added in circa 1928.
The building is a distinguished landmark in Knoxville’s skyline, and for many years, it was the headquarters for Knoxville’s most significant financial institution. It is also the only high-rise structure in Knoxville designed in the Neo-Classical Revival style, with rich materials used in both the interior and exterior. The design of the decoration is also unusual for a community that typically had austere commercial buildings. These unique qualities resulted in the building being added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 2, 1979, for its commercial importance in Knoxville and architectural contributions to the city. It was also included in the Gay Street Commercial Historic District listing on the NRHP on November 4, 1986.
The building’s physical stature became a defining point of Downtown Knoxville, with the corner of South Gay Street and Clinch Avenue becoming the busiest pedestrian corner in the city. Many prominent professionals and businesses maintained offices in the building over the years, reinforcing its significance in the community.
The three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create an HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
Jeremiah 29:11 is a Bible verse displayed in the image’s caption, stating that the Lord has plans to prosper and give hope to those who believe in Him.
Posted by J.L. Ramsaur Photography on 2023-04-05 12:55:45
