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Washington Monument, Capitol Square, Richmond, Independent City, Virginia

Washington Monument, Capitol Square, Richmond, Independent City, Virgi...

Survey number: HABS VA-1271 Building/structure dates: 1869 Initial Construction Building/structure dates: 1869 Initial Construction

Unveiling of the statue of George Washington by Thomas Crawford, in Richmond, Virginia, Feb. 22, 1852 [i.e. 1858]

Unveiling of the statue of George Washington by Thomas Crawford, in Ri...

Source unknown. Public domain scan of 19th-century salted paper print artistic photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

Washington Monument, Capitol Square, Richmond, Independent City, Virginia

Washington Monument, Capitol Square, Richmond, Independent City, Virgi...

Survey number: HABS VA-1271 Building/structure dates: 1869 Initial Construction Building/structure dates: 1869 Initial Construction

Washington Monument, Capitol Square, Richmond, Independent City, Virginia

Washington Monument, Capitol Square, Richmond, Independent City, Virgi...

Survey number: HABS VA-1271 Building/structure dates: 1869 Initial Construction Building/structure dates: 1869 Initial Construction

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

[Bronze doors for the east portico of the House wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Bronze doors for the east portico of the House wing, U.S. Capitol]

Photograph of maquette of bronze doors for the U.S. Capitol by Thomas Crawford depicting events in American history. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 123. The doors were designed by Thomas Craw... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate win...

Photograph of maquette showing woodsman felling a tree. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 93. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

In 1993, Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom was lowered from atop the U.S. Capitol for renovation. Washington, D.C.

In 1993, Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom was lowered from atop the...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

[Union case for daguerreotype, ambrotype, or tintype showing the George Washington equestrian monument on the Virginia state capitol grounds by Thomas Crawford surrounded by seraphs, eagles and Union shields; back is design of seraphs, eagles, and shields only]

[Union case for daguerreotype, ambrotype, or tintype showing the Georg...

Case: (front) Berg, no. 1-3S; (back) 1-3S variant. Gift; Tom Liljenquist; 2010; (DLC/PP-2010:105). pp/liljunion

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing...

Photograph showing maquette of schoolmaster and child. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 81. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Restoration of the U.S. Capitol Statue of Freedom, Washington, D.C.

Restoration of the U.S. Capitol Statue of Freedom, Washington, D.C.

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

[Statue of Freedom maquette, for dome of the U.S. Capitol, T. Crawford, sculptor, Rome, 1856]

[Statue of Freedom maquette, for dome of the U.S. Capitol, T. Crawford...

Photograph of model of statue. The original U.S. Capitol building, known as the "Old Capitol," was a small brick building that was completed in 1800. It served as the Capitol building until the current buildin... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing...

Photograph of maquette showing mechanic with a hammer and gear. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 79. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washington, D.C.

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washingto...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washington, D.C.

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washingto...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

[Panel details from bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitoll]

[Panel details from bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate wi...

Photograph of bronze doors detail showing two panels from top of right valve, one depicting the battle of Bunker Hill and death of General Warren and the other depicting the battle of Monmouth and rebuke of Gen... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate win...

Photograph of maquette showing Indian mother and child. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 117. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Capitol Dome, Statue of Freedom model

Capitol Dome, Statue of Freedom model

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 23. Inscription: "Freedom. T. Crawford, Inv." Notations: Cast in bronze at Washington, D.C. by Clarke Mills, height of figure 19 feet 6 inches., weight 50000; ... More

The Statue of Freedom at the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.

The Statue of Freedom at the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. On May 9, 1993, after almost 130 years in place, the br... More

Statue of Freedom, also known as Armed Freedom or simply Freedom, is a bronze statue designed by Thomas Crawford that, since 1863, has crowned the dome of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

Statue of Freedom, also known as Armed Freedom or simply Freedom, is a...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Originally named Freedom Triumphant in War and Peace. T... More

In 1993, Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom was removed by helicopter from the U.S. Capitol dome for restoration. Washington, D.C.

In 1993, Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom was removed by helicopter...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

[Panel and medallion details from bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Panel and medallion details from bronze doors for the east portico of...

Photograph of bronze doors detail showing panel, depicting ovation for George Washington at Trenton, New Jersey, and allegorical medallion of peace and agriculture, from bottom of left valve. In album: Benjamin... More

[Panel and medallion details from bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Panel and medallion details from bronze doors for the east portico of...

Photograph of bronze doors detail showing panel, depicting the battle of Yorktown and gallantry of Alexander Hamilton, and allegorical medallion of war, depicting Hessian soldier and New Jersey farmer, from bot... More

[Detail of "Justice and History" to be placed above Senate bronze doors, East Portico, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Justice and History" to be placed above Senate bronze door...

Photograph of maquette showing allegorical Justice and History figures by Thomas Crawford. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 123. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the senate wing...

Photograph showing maquette of a man seated on a package bound with rope, another on the right, his hand resting a ball above that. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 85. Reference copy in LOT 1... More

A crowd gathers to watch the Statue of Freedom, which normally stands atop the U.S. Capitol dome, and was lowered for restoration work in 1993. Washington, D.C.

A crowd gathers to watch the Statue of Freedom, which normally stands ...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washington, D.C.

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washingto...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

Washington Monument, Capitol Square, Richmond, Independent City, Virginia

Washington Monument, Capitol Square, Richmond, Independent City, Virgi...

Survey number: HABS VA-1271 Building/structure dates: 1869 Initial Construction Building/structure dates: 1869 Initial Construction

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

East pediment of the north wing, U.S. Capitol

East pediment of the north wing, U.S. Capitol

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 75. Printed on recto: Capt. M.C. Meigs, U.S. Engineer in Charge; T. Crawford; and Tho. U. Walter, architect. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR ... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate win...

Photograph of maquette showing a young hunter with his quarry and dog. . In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 95. Reference copy in LOT 12251, ... More

In 1993, Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom was removed by helicopter from the U.S. Capitol dome for restoration. Washington, D.C.

In 1993, Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom was removed by helicopter...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

[Statue of Freedom maquette, for dome of the U.S. Capitol, T. Crawford, sculptor, Rome, Oct. 1855]

[Statue of Freedom maquette, for dome of the U.S. Capitol, T. Crawford...

Photograph of first model which was not accepted. The original U.S. Capitol building, known as the "Old Capitol," was a small brick building that was completed in 1800. It served as the Capitol building until ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

[Plaster model of Statue of Freedom]

[Plaster model of Statue of Freedom]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 14. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Capitol, detail of "Progress of Civilization," Thomas Crawford; east front pediment, Senate]

[Capitol, detail of "Progress of Civilization," Thomas Crawford; east ...

Photograph shows detail of schoolmaster and child from Thomas Crawford's Progress of Civilization in the pediment over the east entrance to the Senate wing of the U.S. Capitol In album: Benjamin Brown French "P... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing...

Photograph of maquette showing two sheaves of wheat, an anchor, a mechanic, and a schoolmaster and child, representing the diversity of human endeavor. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 75. Ref... More

[Statue of Freedom maquette, for dome of the U.S. Capitol, T. Crawford, sculptor, Rome, 1856]

[Statue of Freedom maquette, for dome of the U.S. Capitol, T. Crawford...

Photograph of model of statue. The original U.S. Capitol building, known as the "Old Capitol," was a small brick building that was completed in 1800. It served as the Capitol building until the current buildin... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

[Bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

Photograph of maquette of bronze doors for the U.S. Capitol by Thomas Crawford depicting events in the life of George Washington and Revolutionary War battles. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. ... More

[Plaster model of Statue of Freedom]

[Plaster model of Statue of Freedom]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 14. Plaque on pedestal: Freedom ... Crawford .... Printed in pencil on label: in "Old Hall of The House." Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Statue of Freedom maquette, for dome of the U.S. Capitol, T. Crawford, sculptor, Rome, Oct. 1855]

[Statue of Freedom maquette, for dome of the U.S. Capitol, T. Crawford...

Photograph of first model which was not accepted. The original U.S. Capitol building, known as the "Old Capitol," was a small brick building that was completed in 1800. It served as the Capitol building until ... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washington, D.C.

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washingto...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East Capitol Streets & Capitol Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

U.S. Capitol, Statue of Freedom, Intersection of North, South, & East ...

Significance: The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her ... More

[Panel detail from bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Panel detail from bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate win...

Photograph of bronze doors detail showing panel from left valve, depicting inauguration of George Washington. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 167. The doors were designed and modeled by Thomas... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing...

Photograph of maquette showing two youths. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 83. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate wing, U.S. Capitol]

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate win...

Photograph of maquette showing an Indian grave. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 117. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washington, D.C.

U.S. Capitol, topped by Thomas Crawford's Statue of Freedom, Washingto...

Digital image produced by Carol M. Highsmith to represent her original film transparency; some details may differ between the film and the digital images. Title, date, and keywords provided by the photographer.... More