George Washington

George Washington

Engraving


1843 (Date manufactured/created)
9 9/16” H X 6 3/16” W Measurement Notes: 9 9/16” x 6 3/16”
Black ink engraving print on discolored off white paper. Bust-length view of a man, George Washington, facing slightly to the left. Dark coat, neckcloth with ruffle. Oval cross-hatched shadow around head. Inscription below image, first three lines of lettering in script, last block capitals, reading, "Washington / From original painting by Stuart taken from life / in possession of the Boston Athenaeum";  "Engraved by Joseph Andrews / 1843"
Reference: See CBN Notes “B” Formerly A-2151
 
Fairfield Museum collection
1985.619