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House cr Garden 
Clarke 
The inspiration here is Greeks but 
Greek art adapted to the every¬ 
day life of a refined American 
home. American materials and 
native craftsmanship were used 
without losing any of the atmos¬ 
phere and dignity. Kentucky 
stone was used for entablature 
and columns. The mantel itself 
is of Alabama marble. Two 
Chinese pots of biscuit color and 
a green-blue vase stand on the 
mantel, giving the color tone for 
the room 
The reclining couch, chairs, stools 
and dining table all show their 
Greek origin but are the acme of 
modernity in comfort and con¬ 
venience. This room has turned 
back the pages of history and 
done it successfully without sacri¬ 
ficing the essentials of comfort, 
beauty or modern utility. It is 
an example of scholarly research 
plus an understanding of Ameri¬ 
can life. It is the home of Welles 
Bosworth, architect 
Clarke 
Extending from ground to upper floors is 
a pierced bro?ize screen, thus obviating a 
hand rail. A “Walking Naiad’’ replaces 
the usual newel post and symbolizes the 
Greek feeling. The marble of the stairs is 
softened by a carpet until one reaches the 
the hall floor, which is of tile 
