Research & Resources
Links
Primary sources, photographic documentation, and architectural references related to Edward Maene's known works.
Washington Memorial Chapel · Valley Forge, PA
"The choir stalls, featuring the Valley Forge Brigades, were hand carved out of oak by Edward Maene."
http://www.flickr.com/photos/wallyg/2785962423/
"Edward Maene supplied all the woodwork for the Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge."
http://www.americandecorativeart.com/internalpages/inventory/rosevalley/index.html
St. Clement's Episcopal Church · Philadelphia, 1908–1917
Gothic design HIGH ALTAR consecrated 11/22/08 — "executed by Edward Maene, a gifted Belgian sculptor." Stonework in the LADY CHAPEL by Edward Maene, blessed 2/15/15. The present FONT executed by Mr. Maene in 1917.
http://www.saintclementsphiladelphia.org/index.php?/main/building/
J. Wesley Pullman Building · Philadelphia, 1886
"Sculptor Edward Maene collaborated with Eyre in creating the rich, decorative details of this facade."
http://www.design.upenn.edu/Eyre/pulj86.html
Rose Valley Arts & Crafts Movement
Rose Valley's records mention that some Rose Valley furniture could have been made at Edward Maene's Philadelphia workshops, probably before the Rose Valley workshop was fully operational.
http://www.rosevalleymuseum.org/architecture.html
Historical & Biographical Research
Biographical overview of Maene's life and principal works, including his training in Belgium, immigration to Philadelphia, and major commissions.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Maene
Know Something We Don't?
This site is a family tribute, growing over time. If you have records, photographs, or knowledge of Edward Maene's work — in churches, universities, private collections, or public buildings — we would love to hear from you.