George W. Maher
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George Washington Maher (December 25, 1864 – September 12, 1926) was an American architect during the first quarter of the 20th century. He is considered part of the Prairie School-style and was known for blending traditional architecture with the Arts & Crafts-style.
George Washington Maher | |
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Born | (1864-12-25)December 25, 1864 |
Died | September 12, 1926(1926-09-12) (aged 61) |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Architect |
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According to architectural historian H. Allen Brooks, "His influence on the Midwest was profound and prolonged and, in its time, was certainly as great as was [Frank Lloyd] Wright's. Compared with the conventional architecture of the day, his work showed considerable freedom and originality, and his interiors were notable for their open and flowing...space".[1]
Maher was elected a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects in 1916.