The Tomb of Washington
Date1900
Artist
Unknown
Medium/TechniqueInk on paper; etching
DimensionsOverall: 13 15/16 in. x 10 1/4 in. (35.4 cm x 26.04 cm)
Credit LinePurchase, 1992
Object numberPrint-4103/RP-554
DescriptionThis print is an image of the new tomb of Washington. It is depicted surrounded by trees, shrubbery, and other greenery. The text of this print details aspects of the state of Virginia including its geography and topography, as well as its industries and natural wonders.1900
MarkingsPrinted in ink on the top of the sheet: "Virginia.".
There are two columns of printed text.
Printed in ink below the image: "The Tomb of Washington.".
Printed in ink at the bottom of the sheet: "155".
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1900
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