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    Enoch G. Gridley

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    The image depicts various figures in a symbolic illustration. A central pedestal showcases a portrait of a man, potentially George Washington, labeled "Pater Patriae." Surrounding the portrait are allegorical figures, including cherubs and a female figure near a canon and a helmeted warrior's head. A soldier in uniform stands beside them. The background features a rounded arch and sky. An inscription below the pedestal honors George Washington.
    Enoch G. Gridley, Memorial for George Washington, 1800, engraving and stipple etching in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund), 2015.19.786

    Memorial for George Washington

    Memorial for George Washington

    Enoch G. Gridley · 1800 · engraving and stipple etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.786

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