Julius Shulman / Nogai – “Twin Palms.” Palm Springs, Ca. 2007

Photographer: Julius Shulman / Nogai

Subject: Twin Palms (Former Frank Sinatra Estate)

Architect: E. Stewart William

Location: Palm Springs, California

Job: 8078 – C

Date: 2007

This Julius Shulman Print arrives with a “Certificate of Authenticity” authorized by the “Julius Shulman Trust & Photographic Archives”

In 1947 Frank Sinatra commissioned E. Stewart William to build what would become William’s first residential commission. Completed within a few short months at Frank Sinatra’s request, it was occupied him from 1948 to 1957. Sinatra then moved to his large estate newly built estate on what is now known as Frank Sinatra Drive adjoining the Tamarisk Country Club grounds in Rancho Mirage. Built on the Eastern edge of Palm Springs in what is known as the Movie Colony section of Palm Springs, the home was built among what is known as the Alexander Tract of homes. This home is thought by many to be one of the most iconic images of the residential mid-century modernism. Guests at this home included Phil Silvers, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Bogie and Becall, Peter Lawford among just a few.

The home was in extreme disrepair and neglected and the home was sold as a tear down. Marc Sanders, a local landscaper purchased the home for $137,000 and then started the painstaking process of restoring the home to its original splendor. Marc Sanders sold the

Today this incredible the 3 bedroom and 3 bath home with incredible views is used a vacation rental. It has a large gated backyard, large pool and privacy.

Fujicolor Glossy Print: Unframed: 14″ x 11″ ( 35.56 cm. x 27.94 cm.)

Shulman’s studio stamp on verso.

Signed on verso by Julius Shulman at his Hollywood Hills studio.

Image is in Excellent Condition. Condition Report: Any condition statement is given as an opinion and the condition statement does not imply that this photograph is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfection or the effects of aging.

This Julius Shulman / Nogai image came from Julius Shulman’s Hollywood Hills studio.