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Wolfson House

San Antonio, Bexar County

Marker Text

Fine example of late Victorian architecture. Built 1888-1889 as residence by a leading post-civil war San Antonio merchant, Saul Wolfson (1830-1923). Constructed of brick with quoined stone corners, ornate carved stone pediments. Lavish interiors have moorish light fixtures have moorish light fixtures; marble mantels in the palors and dining room; inlaid paneling in wainscots; parquet floors; and fireplaces in all rooms except the kitchen.

Marker Details

Address 415 Broadway
Location Description 415 Broadway, San Antonio
Marker # 5887
Dedicated 1969
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code houses, residential buildings; Victorian (architectural term); pioneers
Latitude, Longitude 29.430158, -98.485755

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