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These pieces, as with the majority of the furnishings in the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence in Prague, are original to the house. The top of the late-17th-century walnut side table features inlaid flowers, scrolls and birds accentuated with mother-of-pearl and stained ivory. The side chair is an early-19th-century Louis XV reproduction; however, the upholstered back and seat are 18th-century tapestry. Donovan Marks, Donovan Marks Photography 48 of a war reparation settlement in July 1948, this elegant property retains Petschek’s original technological innovations, including electrically operated glass walls in the Winter Garden that descend into the basement, a telephone system (non- operational), and an airy, open-cage elevator. The landmark property retains almost all of Petschek’s original furnishings, as well as their silver, china service and crystal. The library, with its restored early-20th-century custom Regency-style boiserie oak paneling, houses Petschek’s extensive book collection including numerous first editions from the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as his design and architecture books. America’s story of interacting with the world—reluctantly at first, then out of necessity, then through improvisation, and finally with vigor and finesse—is told by the hundreds of historic buildings and sites, and by the thousands of artifacts in the heritage collections. These marks of friendship tell the story of how the United States successfully navigated two-and-a-half centuries of tumultuous global events—from the nation’s founding to the present day— with strength and deft diplomacy. The Fund to Conserve U.S. Diplomatic Treasures Abroad is an independent, non-profit, nonpartisan, private sector partner to the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations, Office of Cultural Heritage. This office is responsible for the stewardship and conservation of architecturally, culturally and historically significant properties and heritage collections around the globe. A gilded spelter mantel clock from the late 19th century in the Gold Room at the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence in Dublin. It features a hand-painted porcelain dial and insets. The allegorical female figure holding a torch and a book conveys the ideals of liberty and knowledge. Donovan Marks, Donovan Marks Photography The amphora depicted here are from the Geometric period, c. 500 BC, and retain traces of their original red and black paint. These ancient clay vessels were utilized to store and transport olive oil, wine, and grains. The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia, Cyprus, has an impressive collection of amphora. U.S. Embassy Nicosia