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Armchair Armchair

George Washington Maher

c. 1912

46 1/4 x 25 5/16 x 22 in. (117.5 x 64.3 x 55.9 cm)

The Anne and Hadlai Hall Fund, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Sturgis and Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hyatt

Accession #: 88.45

George Maher's unified scheme of architecture for Rockledge included the flattened arch, a commanding architectural element that echoed the solidity of the bluffs behind the house. The flattened arch motif was also used in this chair from the dining suite. [Insert photo of Rockledge Dining Room here]
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