The Tomb of Washington
Date1852
Printer
Herrmann J. Meyer
(German-American, 1826 - 1909)
Publisher
Herrmann J. Meyer
(German-American, 1826 - 1909)
Geography
Published -
United States
Medium/TechniqueInk on paper; lithograph, etching
DimensionsOverall (H x W): 10 1/8 in. x 7 1/16 in. (25.72 cm x 17.94 cm)
Credit LineMount Vernon Collection
Object numberPrint-5039/RP-774
DescriptionThis print is an image of the new tomb of Washington. Visible in the scene is the brick facade, the gate of the tomb, as well as trees and flora in the surrounding area. Standing before the tomb gate are two male figures in mid-nineteenth century dress. MarkingsPrinted in ink below the bottom-left corner of the image: "Drawn After Nature".
Printed in ink below the bottom-right corner of the image: "For the Proprietor Hermann J. Meyer.".
Printed in ink below the image, centered: "The Tomb of Washington".
Printed in ink below the bottom-left corner of the sheet: "Published by Hermann J. Meyer, 164, William St. New York.".
Printed in ink on the bottom-right corner of the sheet: "Copyright secured according to Act of Congress".
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