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Exquisite circa 1850s Steel Engraving - Antique Portrait Print Published by J & F TALLIS LONDON, EDINBURGH & DUBLIN Approximate Overall Size with margins: 7 1/4 X 10 1/2 inches (RIGHT SIDE IS CROPPED OFF AND AFFECTS THE DECORATIVE BORDER) A beautiful elaborate scrollwork decorative border surrounds the image. The celtic like ornamental perimeter scrollwork surrounding the portrait is a beautiful work of art, typical of a John Tallis type production. A great historical portrait print for a genealogy buff looking for family history and historic americana heritage type prints. GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-99), First President of the United States (1789-97), commander in chief of the Continental army in the American Revolution, called the Father of His Country. He was born the first son of Augustine Washington and his second wife, Mary Ball Washington, on the family estate (later known as Wakefield ) in Westmoreland co., Virginia. In 1759, Washington married Martha Dandridge Custis, a rich young widow, and settled on his estate at Mt. Vernon. There are many portraits and statues of Washington, among them the familiar, idealized portraits by Gilbert Stuart; the statue by Jean Antoine Houdon, who also executed the famous portrait bust from a life mask; and paintings by Charles Willson Peale, John Trumbull, and John Singleton Copley. His figure also has bulked large in drama, poetry, fiction, and essays in American literature. The national capital is named for him; one state, several colleges and universities, and scores of counties, towns, and villages of the United States bear his name. Wakefield and Mt. Vernon are national shrines. CONDITION: Right Side is cropped off a bit and does affect the decorative border (see scan). Mild spotting, otherwise in Very Good Condition. Portrait Image area is clean, clear and sharp with beautiful detail and in Excellent Condition. Blank on Reverse side and printed heavier paper. This beautiful print would look great matted and framed. An art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames for old art treasures. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 12415
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