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Plan of the City of Washington as originally laid out in 1793 (engraving)
ARH404283 Plan of the City of Washington as originally laid out in 1793 (engraving) by American School, (18th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris, France; (add.info.: city designed by Pierre Charles L Enfant (1754-1825) a French-born American architect and urban planner; appointed by George Washington to design a new federal capital; District of Columbia; ); eCentre Historique des Archives Nationales; eArchives Charmet; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23251754
© Centre Historique des Archives Nationales Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases an engraving of the Plan of the City of Washington as originally laid out in 1793, created by the American School during the 18th century. This captivating image, sourced from Bridgeman Images at Fine Art Finder, provides a fascinating glimpse into the early architectural plans of our nation's capital. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and rich colors of this historical masterpiece, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving, titled "Plan of the City of Washington as originally laid out in 1793" offers a glimpse into the early stages of one of America's most iconic cities. Created by an anonymous American School artist in the 18th century, this print showcases the meticulous planning and vision behind Washington D. C. 's design. The city's layout was entrusted to Pierre Charles L'Enfant, a French-born American architect and urban planner who was appointed by none other than George Washington himself. This historic plan serves as a testament to L'Enfant's expertise and his ability to envision a grand capital for the newly formed United States. As we examine this engraving, we are transported back in time to witness the birth of Washington D. C. , with its carefully designed streets and intricate network that would soon become home to countless government buildings, monuments, and institutions. The Potomac River gracefully winds through this map-like town, adding both beauty and practicality to its layout. Today, Washington D. C. stands as a symbol of democracy and power on an international scale. This print not only captures its original conception but also reminds us of how far it has come since then. As we admire this historical artifact from Fine Art Finder's collection at Centre Historique des Archives Nationales in Paris, France, let us appreciate the rich history embedded within every street corner and building facade that make up our nation's capital.
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