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April 8, 2020

How old IS the chair?

We have two very similar and yet very unique chairs in the Mansion. One is in the Parlor and one is in the Library. The one in the Parlor is original to the Mansion and the one in the Library was donated by the Grandson of Annie Hegeler. The chair in the Parlor was made […]

Article by hcf.admin / Blog / furniture, library, parlor, Savonarola

April 1, 2020

Art etched in wood

There is so much beautiful wood throughout the Mansion. Elizabeth (Libby) Carus, Mary’s daughter, is to have said there were 22 types of wood used. Most if not all of the woodwork carving was done on site. In the woodwork and furniture there are beautiful examples of craftsmanship and art. Here is a tiny taste.

Article by hcf.admin / Blog / architecture, furniture

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