original and documented c. 1876 turned solid walnut wood interior commercial building multifaceted staircase newel post likely fabricated by palmer, fuller & co., chicago, il. the well-built octagonal-shaped wood newel post quite possibly may have been turned by fehly frederick according to documents.the staircase landing post does not retain the original circular-shaped top cap, originally fastened with both a large wood screw and peg. the post contains an old brown paint finish that has worn considerably over time. the chicago newel post is structurally sound and solid. several newel posts, both turned and comprised of solid walnut were salvaged from the structure. railings and matching spindles are available from each of the many staircases removed. post has a height of 41 inches.