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Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.Created by: LOC's Public Domain ArchiveDated: 1897
[Sheds, piles of bricks and workers during construction of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building, Washington, D.C., with the U.S. Capitol in the background]
The Library of Congress Building or the Jefferson Building is the oldest of the four United States Library of Congress buildings, built between 1890 and 1897 in Washington, DC. It is located on First Street SE, between Independence Avenue and East Capitol Street.

The new building was needed because of the Copyright Law of 1870, which required all copyright applicants to send to the Library two copies of their work. This resulted in a flood of books, pamphlets, maps, music, prints, and photographs. After Congress approved construction of the building in 1886, it took eleven years to complete.

The building's main architect was Paul J. Pelz, born in Prussian Silesia, initially in partnership with John L. Smithmeyer, a native of Vienna, Austria, and succeeded by Edward Pearce Casey during the last few years of construction. More than fifty American painters and sculptors produced commissioned works of art.

The building opened to the public on November 1, 1897, met with wide approval and was immediately seen as a national monument. The building name was changed on June 13, 1980 to honor former U.S. President Thomas Jefferson.
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Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Nov. 1, 1893

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Nov. 1, 189...

Public domain photograph of library building, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Library of Congress (Washington, D.C.). Frames for stained glass in skylights and octagon windows. Ironwork. Details. Working drawing]

[Library of Congress (Washington, D.C.). Frames for stained glass in s...

Working drawing showing ironwork frames for stained glass in skylights and lantern lights of the Thomas Jefferson building as details. Signed: "Bernard R. Green, Superintendent and Engineer", and "E. Schmitt, F... More

[Exhibit area, second floor, southwest gallery, Library of Congress, looking towards mural called "The Arts"]

[Exhibit area, second floor, southwest gallery, Library of Congress, l...

Photograph shows large portrait prints in cases of displays prepared by the Prints Division in the Thomas Jefferson Building.

The Library of Congress, Washington view, photochrome print postcard.

The Library of Congress, Washington view, photochrome print postcard.

Copyright 1902 by Detroit Photographic Co. Title on inventory list: Library of Congress. Similar image in LOT 12659 (LC-USZC4-12221). Detroit Publishing Co. no. "53209". Forms part of: Photochrom Print Collect... More

Congressional Library - Glass negative photogrpah. Public domain.

Congressional Library - Glass negative photogrpah. Public domain.

Public domain photograph of large public building, square, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Design for Jefferson Building - Public domain architectural drawing

Design for Jefferson Building - Public domain architectural drawing

Architectural drawing of the first story of the Jefferson Building, Library of Congress. Key plan, First story - S159.

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Neptune Plaza. Foundation of approaches. Sections]

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Neptune Plaza. Foundation of ap...

Sheet no. 647. F.C.S. Nov. 1894. Public domain photograph of building plan, architecture design drawing, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Study of wreath which became an olive branch held by Peace in the mural Peace and prosperity]

[Study of wreath which became an olive branch held by Peace in the mur...

Study drawing shows a wreath, later an olive branch, held in the right hand of Peace, whose nude shoulder and torso outline is partially visible. The mural Peace and prosperity was installed in the Jefferson Bu... More

Evolution of the book, east corridor. Oral tradition / J.W. Alexander, artist.

Evolution of the book, east corridor. Oral tradition / J.W. Alexander,...

Photo of mural in the Library of Congress Jefferson Building depicting Arabian storyteller recounting tales to a group of Arabs. Copyright 1896 by John W. Alexander. Copyright 1897 by Curtis & Cameron.

Robert Reid - Touch, Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson building, Washington DC

Robert Reid - Touch, Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson building, W...

Reproduction in Library of Congress Jefferson Building showing woman seated with right arm on dog. Copyright by Curtis & Cameron. Unprocessed in PR 06 CN 292.

Library of Congress, Central Stair Hall

Library of Congress, Central Stair Hall

Historic Sites Public domain photograph of historical landmark building in Austria, Austrian architecture, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Elihu Vedder - Congressional Library studies "Peace"

Elihu Vedder - Congressional Library studies "Peace"

Study drawing shows hands and feet for the allegorical Library of Congress mural Peace and prosperity. The mural was installed in the Jefferson Building in 1896. Gift; American Academy of Arts and Letters; 1955.

[Study drawing for the figure of Agriculture in the mural Peace and prosperity]

[Study drawing for the figure of Agriculture in the mural Peace and pr...

Study drawing shows the allegorical figure of Agriculture, nude, kneeling facing left holding a stick for the Library of Congress mural Peace and prosperity. The mural was installed in the Jefferson Building in... More

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., August 15, 1890

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., August 15, ...

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Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Sept. 16, 1891

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Sept. 16, 1...

Picryl description: Public domain image of a construction site, industrial or commercial building, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Stonework. Attic. Return and course]

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Stonework. Attic. Return and co...

Sheet no. 407.

[2 large unidentified offices, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress]

[2 large unidentified offices, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress...

Another copy may be in: U.S. GEOG FILE - WASHINGTON, D.C. LIBRARY OF CONGRESS JEFFERSON BUILDING INTERIOR. This record contains unverified data from caption card.

[Alterations to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building ("gutters and battens"), Washington, D.C. Full size section of batten]

[Alterations to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building ("gu...

Public domain photograph of 20th century drawing, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Construction of the Library of Congress, from S.E. derrick, Washington, D.C., July 18, 1892

Construction of the Library of Congress, from S.E. derrick, Washington...

No. 56. Source unknown. Public domain photograph of historic place in Washington DC, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Sept. 5, 1893

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Sept. 5, 18...

Picryl description: Public domain image of a power station, dam, electric generator, industrial building, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

[Library of Congress (Washington, D.C.). Large semi-circular frames attic octagon. Seat bracket, stacks, sill and lintels, lantern of dome. Ironwork. Details. Working drawing]

[Library of Congress (Washington, D.C.). Large semi-circular frames at...

Working drawing showing ironwork for lantern light frames of the Thomas Jefferson building as details, including sills, lintels, seat brackets, and stacks, as details. Signed: "Bernard R. Green, Superintendent ... More

Evolution of the book, east corridor. Egyptian hieroglyphics / J.W. Alexander, artist.

Evolution of the book, east corridor. Egyptian hieroglyphics / J.W. Al...

Photo of mural in the Library of Congress Jefferson Building depicting an Egyptian man using hammer and chisel to write on wall in hieroglyphics a picture of a woman. Woman model posed in seated position on the right.

Material removed from the Capitol and deposited in the north-basement hall, now occupied by the Music Division

Material removed from the Capitol and deposited in the north-basement ...

Photographs shows interior view of hall with material stacked on the floor in the Thomas Jefferson Building. Published in: Viewpoints; a selection from the pictorial collections of the Library of Congress ....... More

The Library of Congress, North Staircase, Central Stair Hall

The Library of Congress, North Staircase, Central Stair Hall

Public domain photo of a monument, historic place, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Library of Congress, Jefferson Building, interior

Library of Congress, Jefferson Building, interior

Photoprint by [Levin C. Handy]. Another copy may be in: U.S. GEOG FILE - WASHINGTON, D.C. LIBRARY OF CONGRESS JEFFERSON BUILDING INTERIOR. This record contains unverified data from caption card.

Library of Congress, north staircase, central stair hall

Library of Congress, north staircase, central stair hall

Historic Sites Public domain photograph of a historic landmark building, classicism style or classical architecture, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Herbert Putnam and unidentified man with trunk and books. Washington, D.C.]

[Herbert Putnam and unidentified man with trunk and books. Washington,...

Public domain photograph of Washington DC, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Interior of Library of Congress. Washington DC sterescope card, 19th century.

Interior of Library of Congress. Washington DC sterescope card, 19th c...

Stereograph showing an interior view of the Library of Congress with reading room and stacks in the U.S. Capitol building. Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1866, by G.D. Wakely, in the Clerk's ... More

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Ironwork. Roofs of bookstacks. Plans and sections]

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Ironwork. Roofs of bookstacks. ...

Sheet no. 386. Public domain photograph of architecture design drawing, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Elihu Vedder - [Ignorance - figure in "Anarchy"]

Elihu Vedder - [Ignorance - figure in "Anarchy"]

Study drawing shows the figure of Ignorance from the mural Anarchy, holding her staff. The mural was installed in the Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress in 1896. Gift; American Academy of Arts and L... More

Nude study for figure of Physics

Nude study for figure of Physics

Study drawing shows the allegorical figure of "Physics," from the side, for the painting, The sciences, in the south end lunette of the Southwest Gallery in the Library of Congress' Jefferson Building. A grid c... More

Library of Congress, Division of Prints, Exhibition Hall, West-south Gallery

Library of Congress, Division of Prints, Exhibition Hall, West-south G...

Transfer, Librarian's Office, 1928 (DLC/PP - 1928:47298) Public domain photograph of historic place in Washington DC, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Congressional Library (in the U.S. Capitol)

Congressional Library (in the U.S. Capitol)

The albumen silver print is a photographic printing process that was widely used in the 19th century. It involves coating paper support with a mixture of egg whites and salt, which creates a glossy surface to h... More

[Library of Congress ("Congressional Library"), Washington, D.C. Plan and sections]

[Library of Congress ("Congressional Library"), Washington, D.C. Plan ...

Reference copy in LOT 4249 (R). Exhibited: Unbuilt Washington, National Building Museum, Washington, D.C., Nov. 2011-May 2012.

[Study for the central figure of Anarchy holding a chalice]

[Study for the central figure of Anarchy holding a chalice]

Study drawing shows the central figure of Anarchy, partially draped, holding a chalice with her left hand. Her left foot rests on a scroll. She lacks facial features and her right hand. The mural Anarchy was in... More

[Congressional Library. Second floor, north corridor, looking towards northeast corner with murals of Fortitude and Justice]

[Congressional Library. Second floor, north corridor, looking towards ...

Photo shows the Great Hall area of the newly built Library of Congress.

Herbert Putnam, front bust - Public domain portrait photograph

Herbert Putnam, front bust - Public domain portrait photograph

A black and white photo of a man in a suit and tie. Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[2 large unidentified offices, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress]

[2 large unidentified offices, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress...

Another copy may be in: U.S. GEOG FILE - WASHINGTON, D.C. LIBRARY OF CONGRESS JEFFERSON BUILDING INTERIOR OFFICES. This record contains unverified data from caption card.

[Congressional Library, Washington, D.C.]

[Congressional Library, Washington, D.C.]

Public domain photograph of large public building, square, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]: bookbinding

Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]: bookbinding

Public domain historical photo, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Librarian of Congress rounds out 40 years on job. Washington, D.C., April 6 Dr. Herbert Putnam is this week celebrating his 40th Anniversary as Librarian of Congress. Now 77, Dr. Putnam in theory became Librarian Emeritus last July 1, but since President Roosevelt has not yet appointed his successor, he continues at his post. He is a native of New York City where he was born September 20, 1861. 4-6-39

Librarian of Congress rounds out 40 years on job. Washington, D.C., Ap...

A black and white photo of a man sitting at a desk. Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Library of Congress from Capitol dome, Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress from Capitol dome, Washington, D.C.

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of a historic Capitol building, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Oct. 17, 1891

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Oct. 17, 18...

No. 46. Source unknown. Public domain photograph of historic place in Washington DC, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

A poem in marble columns and frescoed walls, Congressional Library, Washington, D.C., U.S.A.

A poem in marble columns and frescoed walls, Congressional Library, Wa...

Picryl description: Public domain image of a historical building, landmark architecture, world heritage, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

[View down East Capitol Street from the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C., with Carroll Row on the right]

[View down East Capitol Street from the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C....

Photograph shows Carroll Row, a block of five houses at 1st & A Street, SE, razed in 1887 for construction of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Includes the sign "Architect." At far right , to ... More

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Oct. 12, 1893

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Oct. 12, 18...

No. 67. Source unknown. Public domain photograph of historic place in Washington DC, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Jan. 19, 1894

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Jan. 19, 18...

Source unknown. Public domain photograph of a historic landmark building in Washington DC, American classicism architecture, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description Public domain pho... More

[Study of the olive branch held by Peace in the mural Peace and prosperity]

[Study of the olive branch held by Peace in the mural Peace and prospe...

Study drawing shows the olive branch held in the right hand of Peace, whose nude body is partially visible. The mural Peace and prosperity was installed in the Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress in 1... More

[People working in Card Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.]

[People working in Card Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C...

Public domain photograph of library, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Smithsonian Instistute [foreground], Capitol and Congressional Library [background], Washingotn, D.C.

Smithsonian Instistute [foreground], Capitol and Congressional Library...

H6089 U.S. Copyright Office Stereo by the American Stereoscopic Co., N.Y.C., copyrighted by R.Y. Young. This record contains unverified, old data from caption card. Caption card tracings: Photog. Index; DC, Was... More

The Congressional library [a poem] William Hyrd Hillyer. Atlanta, Ga. [1901?].

The Congressional library [a poem] William Hyrd Hillyer. Atlanta, Ga. ...

Title.; Verse. Available also through the Library of Congress web site in two forms: as facsimile page images and as full text in SGML. Printed Ephemera Collection; Portfolio 14, Folder 38.

Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]: bookbinding

Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]: bookbinding

Public domain historical photo, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Alterations to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building ("gutters and battens"), Washington, D.C. Details of gutter for sections marked A]

[Alterations to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building ("gu...

Public domain photograph of architecture design drawing, building plan, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Herbert Putnam & Guilliard Hunt, 9/30/21

Herbert Putnam & Guilliard Hunt, 9/30/21

Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

A glimpse of the grand stair-case hall

A glimpse of the grand stair-case hall

The Great Hall, Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. (DLC/PP-1934:0209). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "The Nation's Library" by the librarian, C... More

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Neptune Plaza. Foundation of approaches. North half. Plan]

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Neptune Plaza. Foundation of ap...

Sheet no. 646. F.C.S. Nov. 1894. Public domain photograph of building plan, architecture design drawing, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Congressional Library. First floor, northwest corridor, looking towards mural of Calliope]

[Congressional Library. First floor, northwest corridor, looking towar...

Photo shows the interior of the newly built Library of Congress. In album: Congressional Library, Washington, D.C., p. 20.

Jefferson Building, Library of Congress

Jefferson Building, Library of Congress

View from the Capitol. Another copy is located in U.S. GEOG FILE - WASHINGTON, D.C. LIBRARY OF CONGRESS JEFFERSON BUILDING EXTERIOR GENERAL VIEWS. This record contains unverified data from caption card.

Power Plant Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]

Power Plant Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]

Public domain photograph of Washington DC, 1910s-1920s America, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Decorative splendors of the Entrance Hall of the great Congressional Library, Washington

Decorative splendors of the Entrance Hall of the great Congressional L...

Stereo copyrighted by Underwood & Underwood. No. 15w. This record contains unverified, old data from caption card. Caption card tracings: Photog. I.; DC, Wash. LC Int. Misc.; Geogr.; Stairways; Shelf.

The Library of Congress, Washington. Photochrom print, 1880-1890.

The Library of Congress, Washington. Photochrom print, 1880-1890.

Historic Sites Public domain photograph of historic place in Washington DC, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Study of drapery, no. 1] - Public domain document scan of drawing

[Study of drapery, no. 1] - Public domain document scan of drawing

Study drawing shows drapery, similar to that behind the figure of Peace in the Library of Congress mural Peace and prosperity. The mural was installed in 1896.

Library of Congress central stair hall

Library of Congress central stair hall

Public domain image of a large historic building, city hall, urban architecture, free to use, no copyright restrictions - Picryl description

Library of Congress, second story, central stair h[all]

Library of Congress, second story, central stair h[all]

Picryl description: Public domain image of a historical building, landmark architecture, world heritage, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Excavation of site for the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

Excavation of site for the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

On front: "Architect's Office, Cong. Lib. Bldg." Source unknown. Public domain photograph - panorama, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Construction of the Library of Congress, north front, Washington, D.C., Sept. 16, 1891

Construction of the Library of Congress, north front, Washington, D.C....

Public domain photograph of library building, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., May 10, 1893

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., May 10, 189...

Public domain photograph of library building, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

N.C. 1st story, marble carving shop

N.C. 1st story, marble carving shop

Photograph shows stone carvers at work in the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building during its construction. In album: Photographs of the construction of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Buildi... More

The sciences, decoration for the Library of Congress

The sciences, decoration for the Library of Congress

Scaled cartoon for large mural painting showing cherubs and five women representing various sciences. Study for tympanum in southwest gallery of the Jefferson Building. "Original sketch, scale 1 in. to 1 foot" ... More

Chief Justice chats with British Ambassador as Magna Carta is placed in Library. Washington, D.C., Nov. 28. Among the notables to witness the deposit of the Magna Carta in the Congressional Library today was Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes who is shown in this picture with British Ambassador Lord Lothian

Chief Justice chats with British Ambassador as Magna Carta is placed i...

A black and white photo of two men in suits. Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Study drawings for the figure of Agriculture in the mural Peace and prosperity]

[Study drawings for the figure of Agriculture in the mural Peace and p...

Study drawings show the hands, feet and face of the allegorical figure of Agriculture for the Library of Congress mural Peace and prosperity. The mural was installed in the Jefferson Building in 1896.

[Library of Congress ("National Library"), Judiciary Square site, Washington, D.C. Elevation in "Victorian Gothic"]

[Library of Congress ("National Library"), Judiciary Square site, Wash...

Public domain scan of architectural drawing, architecture, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Laying of the foundation of the Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.]

[Laying of the foundation of the Jefferson Building of the Library of ...

Picryl description: Public domain image of a construction site, industrial or commercial building, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Ironwork. Boiler room. Skylight. Plan, section, and details]

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Ironwork. Boiler room. Skylight...

Public domain scan of technical drawing, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Construction of the Library of Congress, W.N.W., Washington, D.C., April 19, 1893

Construction of the Library of Congress, W.N.W., Washington, D.C., Apr...

No. 60. Source unknown. Public domain photograph of historic place in Washington DC, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Elihu Vedder - [Minerva], Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson building, Washington DC

Elihu Vedder - [Minerva], Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson buildi...

Sketch for mosaic design in the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building great hall shows the goddess Minerva driving a horse-drawn chariot. Notation on recto: "9 - 1 in." Notation on label removed from v... More

Academic reception of the honorable delegates of universities, colleges and societies, Catholic University. Washington, D.C., Nov. 13. Among the many who attended the solemn observance of the semicentennial of the founding of the Catholic University of America where William W. Bishop, Librarian of the University of Michigan, Herbert Putnam, Librarian of Congress Emeritus, and the Right Reverend Henry Hyvernat, Andrews Professor of Biblical Archeology and Professor of Semetic Languages and Literatures at the Catholic University of America. Honorary degrees were conferred upon them

Academic reception of the honorable delegates of universities, college...

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[Large unidentified office in the Jefferson Building, Library of Congress]

[Large unidentified office in the Jefferson Building, Library of Congr...

Photoprint by L.C. Handy, Washington, D.C. Another copy may be in: U.S. GEOG FILE - WASHINGTON, D.C. LIBRARY OF CONGRESS JEFFERSON BUILDING INTERIOR VIEWS. This record contains unverified data from caption card.

Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]: bookbinding

Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]: bookbinding

Public domain photograph of an automobile, 1910s car, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Magna Carta deposited in Congressional Library for duration of war. Washington, D.C., Nov. 28. The most cherished existing copy of the Magna Carta was today deposited in the Congressional Library here for the duration of the war by British Ambassador Lord Lothian. Librarian Archibald MacLeish, left, is shown thanking Lord Lothian after accepting the document which can be seen in the background. The Magna Carta will be on display for the public in a spot opposite the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution

Magna Carta deposited in Congressional Library for duration of war. Wa...

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[Study drawings for the figure of Agriculture in the mural Peace and prosperity]

[Study drawings for the figure of Agriculture in the mural Peace and p...

Study drawings show the hands, feet and face of the allegorical figure of Agriculture for the Library of Congress mural Peace and prosperity. The mural was installed in the Jefferson Building in 1896.

Library of Congress, gallery of the Rotunda

Library of Congress, gallery of the Rotunda

Picryl description: Public domain image of a church, crypt, chamber, underground vault architecture, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

[Study of the figure of Peace in Peace and prosperity holding a green wreath]

[Study of the figure of Peace in Peace and prosperity holding a green ...

Study drawing shows the nude torso, arms, left hand and wreath for the allegorical figure of Peace in the Library of Congress mural Peace and prosperity. The mural was installed in the Jefferson Building in 1896.

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Neptune Plaza. Stonework, approaches, west front. Plan of south half]

[Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Neptune Plaza. Stonework, appro...

Public domain scan of an architecture diagram, architectural drawing, building plan, or design, free to use, no copyright restrictions - Picryl description.

Drapery study for figure of Mathematics Library of Congress

Drapery study for figure of Mathematics Library of Congress

Study drawing shows the dress and drapery for the figure allegorical of "Mathematics" for the painting, The sciences, in the south end lunette of the Southwest Gallery in the Library of Congress' Jefferson Buil... More

Library of Congress, north staircase, central stair hall

Library of Congress, north staircase, central stair hall

Public domain photo of a monument, historic place, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]: bookbinding

Congressional Library, [Washington, D.C.]: bookbinding

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Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Aug. 27, 1891

Construction of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Aug. 27, 18...

No. 44 Source unknown. Public domain photograph of historic place in Washington DC, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

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