Memorial to George Washington
SubjectRelated to
George Washington
(American, 1732 - 1799)
MakerMade by
Unknown
MediumDrawing; watercolor on paper, framed
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 24 3/8 × 18 3/4in. (61.9 × 47.6cm)
ClassificationsPainting
Credit LineGift of C. Alfred Weatherby
Object number1929.2.6
DescriptionIn this painting rays of sunlight shine from a cloud on to Washington's tomb over which an angel flies blowing a trumpet. The tomb is wrapped in garland and engraved with the names of Washington's staff, and on it sits a dove with an olive branch symbolizing peace. Three women mourn by his tomb. One represents justice and another holds a paper entitled "Washington's Legacy".
On a pedestal is the inscription "Tribute / To the memory of / Gen George Washington / Born 22 Feby Ob 14th Dec 1799 / AE 63".
On a pedestal is the inscription "Tribute / To the memory of / Gen George Washington / Born 22 Feby Ob 14th Dec 1799 / AE 63".
Status
Not on view
