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Printed Textile - Historical George Washington

Joseph Lubrano

National Gallery of Art

The image features a man standing upright in an ornate frame resembling a fabric material. The man is turned slightly to his left, extending an arm forward. He has classical European facial features, a powdered wig hairstyle, and wears 18th-century attire. He holds a sword in his left hand. Surrounding him are decorative elements including text blocks and emblematic images like an eagle with a shield, a ship labeled "Commercial Union," and a lion on the British flag. Banners with tassels are at the top, creating a historical scene.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3408 × 3553 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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