The Civic Opera House in Chicago, Illinois, has remained a shining example of Art Deco architecture since it was built nearly a century ago.

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7 Stunning Art Deco Landmarks Architecture Buffs Should Visit

Chicago's Civic Opera House has remained a shining example of Art Deco architecture since it was built nearly a century ago.

Currently housing the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the building opened a mere six days after the 1929 stock market crash and has since been home to various opera companies. The building's impressive Art Deco facade is constructed of limestone, with two wings flanking a 45-story tower. The interior showcases the geometric shapes and lines associated with classic Art Deco, while also incorporating touches of Art Nouveau in the Comedy-tragedy masks and cornucopias found near the entrances.

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