Manuscript Memorandum of George Washington Describing Work to be Done on His Swords
Purchase, 1921
Catalogue
- Year
- 1779
- Medium
- Pen and ink on paper
- Dimensions
- 8 1/2 x 7 3/8 in. (21.5 x 18.7 cm)
- Collection
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Artist
- George Washington
Artist
George Washington was a Founding Father and the first president of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797. As commander of the Continental Army, Washington led Patriot forces to victory in the American Revolutionary War against the British Empire. He is commonly known as the Father of His Country for his role in bringing about American independence.
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- George Washington
- Year
- 1779
- Medium
- Pen and ink on paper
- Dimensions
- 8 1/2 x 7 3/8 in. (21.5 x 18.7 cm)
- Watts ID
- WW-1779-338983
Source
- Collection
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Source
- met
- Reference
- View at source
- Status
- verified