Engraving
entitled "Washington and His Generals" by Alexander Hay Ritchie. One
of the finest historical print makers of the mid-nineteenth century. Ritchie is
well known for the clarity and richness of his engravings.
General
Washington is shown surrounded by his generals in Fraunces Tavern, in York
City.
Washington
stands center stage, he is highlighted
with the sun streaming in from a window.
The scene
depicted is a historic re-creation of an event which was supposed to have
occurred just prior to Washington's official resignation as commander in chief.
He takes leave of the generals, his companions of the war, departing the
military in preparation for his entrance into political life.
The
portraits of Washington and the officers are great likenesses, making identification
of most possible. There is other detail, including a bust of Benjamin Franklin,
finely engraved. 1856.
©DAG
Ahem. Guy on the right. Yes you, looking out the window. I'm talking here.
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