Dear Sophie -
One of the great architects of the 20th century is ERICH MELDELSON. His Einstein Tower outside of Berlin is likely his most iconic work and an enduring example of Expressionist architecture.
Upon the arrival of Hitler in Germany, Mendelsohn moved first to London, Israel and utimately settling in San Francisco teaching at U.C. Berkeley.
Luise Maas was his adored wife, an accomplished cellist. A multitude of love letters to her are archived among his papers, documenting how in partnership they weathered the upheavals of the 20th century together.
With love,
Mom
