Light, shadow, and reflected light play against each other to create the illusion of depth in this architectural study of one of the most historic homes in the United States. Originally built in 1816, and expanded in 1848 and again in 1865, this was the Auburn home of William H. Seward from 1824 to 1872. Seward was one of the most important politicians of 19th century America. Known as Abraham Lincoln’s “Indispensable Man,” Seward served as a senator, governor and as Secretary of State under Presidents Lincoln and Andrew Johnson.