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At the end of the process the reconstructed stair accurately reproduced the physical form and finish of the Madison stair but was trimmed with architectural details derived from other late 18th century stairs.  As a result, while many of the stair's decorative elements are conjectural its dimensions and how it fits into the space are identical to the stair President Madison used.

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The ca. 1797 stair after reconstruction.