ArtistAttributed to
Samuel Blyth (American, 1744–1795)American, 1744–1795
Artistafter
Charles Willson Peale (American, 1741–1827)American, 1741–1827
CultureAmerican
Titles
- His Excellency, George Washington Esqr.
Datec. 1776
PlaceUnited States
MediumMezzotint with watercolor and gouache on laid paper
DimensionsPlate: 11 3/4 × 9 5/8 in. (29.8 × 24.4 cm)
Sheet (irregular): 13 5/8 × 10 1/2 in. (34.6 × 26.7 cm)
Sheet (irregular): 13 5/8 × 10 1/2 in. (34.6 × 26.7 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, museum purchase funded by the Houston Junior Woman's Club
Object numberB.99.7
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Chippendale Bedroom
On view
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
ProvenanceValentine Hollingsworth, Boston, by 1931; by descent in the family; [Hirschl & Adler Galleries, New York]; purchased by MFAH, 1999.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Recto: Inscribed in printed ink, below plate, center: HIS EXCELLENCY / GEORGE WASHINGTON ESQ"R
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