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United States Capitol

John Wood

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a neoclassical building under construction. The image shows a symmetrically designed building with two round structures or wings in the process of being worked on, evident from the scaffolding and construction equipment visible on top. The building features classical architectural elements, including a colonnade with Corinthian columns supporting a pediment adorned with sculptural details. In front of the building, there is a row of trees and a lawn. The photograph has a vintage quality, likely owing to its age.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1860
Medium
stereoscopic albumen silver print
Dimensions
10609 × 5009 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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