• Montpelier Knox Mansion Main Hall Flying Staircase Thomaston Maine | Reginald Henderson Vintage Chrome Postcard
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Dexter Press | Reginald Henderson

Montpelier Knox Mansion Main Hall Flying Staircase Thomaston Maine | Reginald Henderson Vintage Chrome Postcard

Montpelier Knox Mansion Main Hall Flying Staircase Thomaston Maine | Reginald Henderson Vintage Chrome Postcard

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AT A GLANCE

Title:
"Hall at Montpelier, Thomaston Maine"
Publisher:
Dexter Press | Reginald Henderson
Type:
Standard Size Postcard (3 ½” x 5 ½”)
Subject:
Federal period furniture
Style:
Documentary, museum collections
Circa:
1960s to early 1970s
Print type:
Photochrome print
Condition:
Excellent (EX)
Color:
Glossy
Postcard:
Chrome
Photographer:
Reginald Henderson
Location:
Thomaston, Maine USA
Postmark:
Unposted | Unused
Notes:
Code 24450-B

Vintage postcard featuring the Main Hall at Montpelier, the Knox Mansion in Thomaston, Maine — the reconstructed home of Major General Henry Knox. The hall contains a flying staircase built on the principle of the arch with delicately turned balusters, said to be French originals. Published by Reginald Henderson of Mystic, Connecticut, and printed by Dexter Press. The image captures the Federal‑period elegance and European influences that defined the Knox household.

Card is unposted and in excellent condition. A refined addition for collectors of Maine landmarks, historic interiors, Federal‑era furnishings, and Montpelier/Knox memorabilia. Arrives in a protective sleeve.

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