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George Washington

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White, oval-shaped cameo with a gold-rimmed border. The cameo depicts a profile bust of George Washington, facing left. He has short hair that is pulled back and a military-style coat with buttons and epaulets. The cameo is set against a light gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
1776–1800
Medium
Probably porcelain
Culture
French
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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