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Havana cuba united states capitol building. A large room with a lot of windows

Havana cuba united states capitol building. A large room with a lot of...

Architecture stock photograph: The interior of the palace of havana, cuba / A large room with a lot of windows.

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Perspective]

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Perspective]

Inscription on recto: A-2 Front and [...] Section of Capitol [...] Hallet plans. Conservation control number 8-99-815.4

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Foundation plan]

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Foundation plan]

Inscriptions on mount: Hallet ; Com.20 ; (A39) ; #18. Conservation control number 8-99-815.5

[United States Capitol. Tortola scheme. Competition rendering of façade. Elevation with central pediment and lantern]

[United States Capitol. Tortola scheme. Competition rendering of façad...

Architectural drawing showing Thornton's proposed design, known as the Tortola Scheme, with alternative design for flanking pavilions mounted to right. Inscribed in pencil by later hand: Dr. Wm. Thornton's Comp... More

[United States Capitol ("Federal Capitol"), Washington, D.C. Preliminary elevations]

[United States Capitol ("Federal Capitol"), Washington, D.C. Prelimina...

Inscription: No. 1 Com. federal Capitol. Original & incompleat sketches of two sections drawn from No 14 & 15. S. Hallet.

[United States Capitol. Tortola scheme. Competition rendering of façade. Elevation with central dome and lantern]

[United States Capitol. Tortola scheme. Competition rendering of façad...

Architectural drawing showing Thornton's proposed design, known as the Tortola Scheme.

[United States Capitol ("Federal Capitol"), Washington, D.C. Floor plan]

[United States Capitol ("Federal Capitol"), Washington, D.C. Floor pla...

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

5th plan, from 7th east to 13th Street and G Street south to East Capitol Street : [S.E. Washington D.C.].

5th plan, from 7th east to 13th Street and G Street south to East Capi...

Partial cadastral map showing block numbers, outline of pre-existing landholding, and lots tinted in different colors. Covers area bounded by East Capitol, 13th, G, and 7th streets S.E. Title from handwritten (... More

The Capitol in 1800 taken from advanced proof of plate 38 History of the United States Capitol by Glenn Brown

The Capitol in 1800 taken from advanced proof of plate 38 History of t...

Print showing exterior of U. S. Capitol building. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol... More

The Capitol, Washington - Print, Library of Congress collection

The Capitol, Washington - Print, Library of Congress collection

This record contains unverified data from PGA shelflist card. Associated name on shelflist card: Orr, Louis.

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. North wing, section of grand stairway]

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. North wing, section of grand ...

Inscription on recto: "Stair in the Old Capitol." Mounted on paper on linen. Reference copy available in LOT 4249. Forms part of Benjamin Henry Latrobe Archive (Library of Congress).

The capitol at Washington / designed and published by W. Birch, enamel painter, Springland near Bristol, Pennsylv'a.

The capitol at Washington / designed and published by W. Birch, enamel...

Print of title page for "The country seats of the United States of North America, with some scenes connected with them" showing an eagle holding a stars and stripes shield above the construction of the two wing... More

Washington, looking up Pennsylvania Avenue from the new Terrace of the Capitol

Washington, looking up Pennsylvania Avenue from the new Terrace of the...

Philadelphia Print Shop Inventory, no. 672. (DLC/PP-1996:032.17). Forms part of: John Rubens Smith Collection (Library of Congress). Exhibited: "American Treasures" at the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.... More

Capture of Washington [Cut] On Wednesday, August 24, there was a severe action at Bladensburgh, six miles from the Capitol. "Baltimore has acquired immortal honor by the brave resistance of Commodore Barney, his sailors and the bold volunteers."

Capture of Washington [Cut] On Wednesday, August 24, there was a sever...

Positive Photostat.; Verse.; War of 1812- Ballads. Available also through the Library of Congress web site in two forms: as facsimile page images and as full text in SGML. 2 duplicate copies Printed Ephemera Co... More

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. North wing, section looking west]

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. North wing, section looking w...

Inscriptions on recto: "Section of North wing of old Capitol as rebuilt looking west." "352." Mounted on paper on linen; verso obscured. Reference copy available in LOT 4249. Forms part of Benjamin Henry Latr... More

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. South wing, section]

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. South wing, section]

Inscriptions on recto: "Section of South wing of old Capitol as rebuilt looking north" "342." Verso obscured by lining. Reference copy available in LOT 4249. Forms part of Benjamin Henry Latrobe Archive (Libr... More

Map exhibiting the property of the U.S. in the vicinity of the Capitol : colored red, with the manner in which it is proposed to lay off the same in building lots, as described in the report to the Sup't of the city to which this is annexed /

Map exhibiting the property of the U.S. in the vicinity of the Capitol...

Covers area bounded by 2nd St. east, D St. south, 6th St. west, and D St. north, including eastern part of the Mall. Relief shown by shading. Partial cadastral map showing buildings, some lots, and block number... More

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. South wing - section]

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. South wing - section]

Inscriptions on recto: "Section of Old Capitol. (south wing) looking South. as rebuilt." "25" "Drawn by JHBLatrobe when he passed his [...] while a student at [...] Georgetown College in his fathers office ... More

A map of the city of Washington in the District of Columbia established as the permanent seat of the government of the United States of America. City map with depiction of "East front of the Capitol of the United States" / by Rt. King, surveyor of the City of Washington.

A map of the city of Washington in the District of Columbia establishe...

Illus. in: A map of the city of Washington in the District of Columbia established as the permanent seat of the government of the United States of America / Robert King. Washington, D.C., 1818.

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Library of Congress - variant scheme B]

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Library of Congress - variant...

Inscription on verso: Capitol Library. Date 1818-1820, per William Allen.

East front of the Capitol / W.I Stone aquat.

East front of the Capitol / W.I Stone aquat.

Print shows an exterior view of the east front of the U.S. Capitol, with view of the north facade. Printed at bottom: Engd. for the National Calendar, 1823.

[United States Capitol grounds, Washington, D.C. Elevations of fence and gate]

[United States Capitol grounds, Washington, D.C. Elevations of fence a...

Inscription on recto: Gate, 12 feet. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Complex, whi... More

[United States Capitol grounds, Washington, D.C. Plan of Capitol grounds]

[United States Capitol grounds, Washington, D.C. Plan of Capitol groun...

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

[East front of the United States Capitol]

[East front of the United States Capitol]

View of the east front of the U.S. Capitol. Philadelphia Print Shop Inventory, no. 656. (DLC/PP-1996:032.1). Forms part of: John Rubens Smith Collection (Library of Congress). Temple of Liberty : building the ... More

[Southwest view of the U.S. Capitol building with cast-iron fence. Preliminary drawing]

[Southwest view of the U.S. Capitol building with cast-iron fence. Pre...

Philadelphia Print Shop Inventory, no. 658. (DLC/PP-1996:032.3). Forms part of: Marian S. Carson Collection (Library of Congress).

[Interior wall with architectural ornaments of the U.S. Capitol building with portrait of George Washington at Dorchester Heights by Gilbert Stuart and unidentified portrait of a man, possibly John Adams, on display]

[Interior wall with architectural ornaments of the U.S. Capitol buildi...

Philadelphia Print Shop Inventory, no. 668. (DLC/PP-1996:032.13). Forms part of: Marian S. Carson Collection (Library of Congress).

[Southwest view of the U.S. Capitol building with the Tripoli Monument at the west front. Preliminary drawing]

[Southwest view of the U.S. Capitol building with the Tripoli Monument...

Date based on the depiction of the Tripoli Monument. (Source: Pam Scott) Philadelphia Print Shop Inventory, no. 659. (DLC/PP-1996:032.4). Forms part of: Marian S. Carson Collection (Library of Congress).

[United States Capitol] / C. Bullfinch delt. ; Childs dir.

[United States Capitol] / C. Bullfinch delt. ; Childs dir.

Print shows front or east view of the U.S. Capitol as it appeared in 1829, prior to the beginning of President Andrew Jackson's administration. Title from another impression. Trimmed above title and mounted on ... More

Capitol of the United States, Washington / drawn by H. Brown ; engraved and printed by Fenner Sears & Co.

Capitol of the United States, Washington / drawn by H. Brown ; engrave...

Engraving showing Capitol building in background; people walking, riding horses, riding in carriages on road leading to the Capitol. On verso: John Hinton, History Topography of the U.S. 1830-32.

Capitol of the United States, Washington

Capitol of the United States, Washington

Engraving showing Capitol building in background; people walking, riding horses, riding in carriages on road leading to the Capitol. Right corner under image: George Washington with men on horseback (caption: "... More

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. First floor with rotunda, Senate chamber and library]

[United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. First floor with rotunda, Sen...

Picryl description: Public domain illustrated book page scan, free to use, no copyright restrictions drawing image.

Alexander Jackson Davis - [United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Reflected ceiling plan]

Alexander Jackson Davis - [United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Ref...

Inscription on recto: "Davis" - "PLAN OF THE CEILINGS IN THE CAPITOL OF THE UNITED STATES, WASHINGTON." - "B.H. LATROBE & CHAS. BULFINCH ESQRS. PRINCIPAL ARCHITECTS." - "W. Phelps Print." - "PUBLISHED BY I. TOW... More

Principal front of the Capitol, Washington / W.H. Bartlett, R. Brandard.

Principal front of the Capitol, Washington / W.H. Bartlett, R. Brandar...

Engraving showing Capitol building in background; people walking or riding in carriages on Capitol grounds. Image found in N. P. Willis, American Scenery, p. 288, 1839. Engraving by R. Brandard after drawing by... More

The Capitol at Washington - Public domain historic place engraving

The Capitol at Washington - Public domain historic place engraving

Engraving showing Capitol on hill in background; people and carriages on street in foreground on the road leading to the Capitol; houses on the left. Engraving by M. Osborne after drawing by W.H. Bartlett. On v... More

Full tilt for the Capitol - Public domain book illustration

Full tilt for the Capitol - Public domain book illustration

The artist envisions public repudiation of Democratic hard-money policies, and the triumph of administration opponent Nathaniel P. Tallmadge, a conservative Democrat. Tallmadge, on horseback and armed with a l... More

The Capitol from the railway station, Washington, U.S., July 29, 1846

The Capitol from the railway station, Washington, U.S., July 29, 1846

Drawing shows a view of small structures in a forested area at the bottom and the Capitol building under construction at the top of a hill. Purchase; William Reese Company; 2000; (DLC/PP-2000:086). Exhibited: ... More

Capitol of the United States, Washington

Capitol of the United States, Washington

Print shows a view of the United States Capitol building from the west, with trees, pedestrians, and a carriage in an area that now forms the National Mall.

United States Capitol from "Nouvelle Géographie universelle. La terre et les hommes. [With illustrations.]"

United States Capitol from "Nouvelle Géographie universelle. La terre...

This image has been taken from scan 000267 from volume 16 of "Nouvelle Géographie universelle. La terre et les hommes. [With illustrations.]". The title and subject terms of this image have been generated from... More

Monolith for columns, Capitol extension

Monolith for columns, Capitol extension

Photograph showing a 14 ton column being transported on a six wheel wagon drawn by oxen for an addition to the Capitol. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 33. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. ... More

Literary. A new and interesting publication entitled facts: containing three public communications delivered in the capitol at Washington City ... By James I. Wilmer ... Edes and Leakin printers. [Washington, D. C. n. d.].

Literary. A new and interesting publication entitled facts: containing...

Prospectus. 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 209, Folder 33.

Providence Hospital, under the charge of the Sisters of Charity, is now open for the reception and treatment of invalids, and persons suffering from the effects of accidents. It is located on Capitol Hill, opposite the Carroll mansion, in the hi

Providence Hospital, under the charge of the Sisters of Charity, is no...

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 210, Folder 15.

[Alterations to the U.S. Capitol including extensions and new dome, Washington, D.C. 1530 - peristyle of dome]

[Alterations to the U.S. Capitol including extensions and new dome, Wa...

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

Picryl description: Public domain photogrpah of a Capitol building, architecture, no copyright restrictions.

Picryl description: Public domain photogrpah of a Capitol building, ar...

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

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Extension. Eastern elevation. South Wing] / Tho. U. Walter, archt., extension, of Capitol, U.S., Washington, D.C., Sept. 1851.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Extension. Eastern elevatio...

Scaled. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Complex, which includes the U.S. Capitol ... More

[Perspective view of Capitol] - Public domain architectural drawing

[Perspective view of Capitol] - Public domain architectural drawing

Photograph of architectural drawing showing U.S. Capitol, with people in foreground. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 161. On drawing: Original design adopted by the President A.D. 1851. Refer... More

[Library of Congress in the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. Roof details]

[Library of Congress in the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. Roof detail...

Iron roof trusses; details of joints. Inscription: "Details of roof of Congressional Library."

[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

7 ton hydraulic lifting jack, U.S. Capitol Ex. and Washington Aqueduct, Dudgeon's patent

7 ton hydraulic lifting jack, U.S. Capitol Ex. and Washington Aqueduct...

Drawing. This record contains unverified data from caption card. 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 ... More

[Capitol, elevation of new dome]

[Capitol, elevation of new dome]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 11. Notation: Original design. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Elevation of dome of U.S. Capitol

Elevation of dome of U.S. Capitol

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 13. No. 1902. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Perspective view of Capitol] - Public domain architectural drawing

[Perspective view of Capitol] - Public domain architectural drawing

Photograph of architectural drawing showing U.S. Capitol with people in foreground. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 159. On drawing: M. C. Meigs, Captain of Engineers. Reference copy in LOT 1... More

[Capitol exterior], Washington, D.C.

[Capitol exterior], Washington, D.C.

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

[Capitol, section of new dome] - Architectural drawing, public domain image

[Capitol, section of new dome] - Architectural drawing, public domain ...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 5. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Capitol exterior, east front] - Public domain albumen print photogrpaph

[Capitol exterior, east front] - Public domain albumen print photogrpa...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 97. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Capitol exterior, west front from terrace]

[Capitol exterior, west front from terrace]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 53. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome. Cupola roof. Plan, elevations, sections, and details] / W.B. Franklin, Capt. top engs. ; Tho. U. Walter, architect.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome. Cupola roof. Plan, el...

Scaled and dimensioned. No. 1928. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Complex, which ... More

[Capitol, elevation of new dome]

[Capitol, elevation of new dome]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 5. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Extension. South Wing. Hall of Representatives. Ceiling. Reflected plan rendering] / Tho. U. Walter, architect, extension, U.S. Capitol ; M.C. Meigs, capt. of engineers, in charge.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Extension. South Wing. Hall...

Scaled. No. 929. 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 building was complete... More

Section through dome of U.S. Capitol

Section through dome of U.S. Capitol

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 12. No. 1901. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

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

[The Library of Congress in the U.S. Capitol Building]

[The Library of Congress in the U.S. Capitol Building]

Photograph of an engraving. Title and date from Ten First Street, Southeast: Congress Builds a Library, 1886-1897 / Helen-Anne Hilker. Washington, DC: Library of Congress, 1980, p. 60, no. 8.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome and portico. East front. Rendered elevation]. / Tho. U. Walter, architect of new dome & c.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome and portico. East fron...

Includes figure Liberty by Thomas Crawford. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Compl... More

[Capitol exterior, north wing]. 19th century, Library of Congress collection

[Capitol exterior, north wing]. 19th century, Library of Congress coll...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 25. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Example of column in U.S. Capitol

Example of column in U.S. Capitol

Photograph of architectural drawing showing a column with corn plants on the capitol.

[Architectural model of U.S. Capitol]

[Architectural model of U.S. Capitol]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 132. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[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

[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

[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

[Survey of the original landholdings in Washington D.C. in the area bounded by The Mall, North Capitol St., Tiber Creek, N St. N.W., and Seventh St. N.W.] /
[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

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). North wing. West end. Stairs to cellar. Sections] / M.C. Meigs, Capt. of engineers; Tho. U. Walter, Archt. ex. U.S.C.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). North wing. West end. Stair...

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

Capitol construction, from north west. Progressive view of dome, no. 1

Capitol construction, from north west. Progressive view of dome, no. 1

Photograph showing beginning stages of adding the dome to the Capitol. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 19. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Capitol, maquette of sculpture 'Landing of Pilgrims' for east pediment of the south wing of the House of Representatives]

[Capitol, maquette of sculpture 'Landing of Pilgrims' for east pedimen...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 63. Designed by Erastus Dow Palmer. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Capitol, maquette of sculpture 'Landing of Pilgrims' for east pediment of the south wing of the House of Representatives]

[Capitol, maquette of sculpture 'Landing of Pilgrims' for east pedimen...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 63. Designed by Erastus Dow Palmer. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). South wing. Basement. Eastern stairway. Plan and sections] / M.C. Meigs, Capt. of engineers, 9 April 1857 ; Tho. U. Walter, Archt. ex. U.S.C.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). South wing. Basement. Easte...

Inscription: Details of eastern stairway. South wing. In album: Engineering projects directed by Montgomery Meigs, Washington, D.C. ca. 1852-ca. 1860, p. 147, no. 257. No. 1274. Scaled.

Photograph of the Capitol Building Under Construction in Washington, DC

Photograph of the Capitol Building Under Construction in Washington, D...

Photographs of Federal and Other Buildings in the United States The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United ... More

Cast iron column for peristyle of dome, U.S. Capitol

Cast iron column for peristyle of dome, U.S. Capitol

Photograph showing team of six horses pulling a wagon carrying a column for the Capitol. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 15. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Bronze doors for the House wing (later moved to the central east front entrance), U.S. Capitol]

[Bronze doors for the House wing (later moved to the central east fron...

Photograph of maquette of bronze doors for the U.S. Capitol by Randolph Rogers depicting events in the life of Columbus. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 124. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1... More

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). North wing. Principal story. Western stairway. Elevations, perspectives and sections] / M.C. Meigs, Capt. of engineers ; Tho. U. Walter, Archt. ex. U.S.C.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). North wing. Principal story...

In album: Engineering projects directed by Montgomery Meigs, Washington, D.C. ca. 1852-ca. 1860, p. 147, no. 256. Inscription: Details of western stairway. North wing. Principal story. "Scale one inch to a fo... More

[Capitol, maquette of sculpture 'Landing of Pilgrims' for east pediment of the south wing of the House of Representatives]

[Capitol, maquette of sculpture 'Landing of Pilgrims' for east pedimen...

Public domain photograph - 19th-century salted paper print, early photogrpahy, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[Survey of the original landholdings in Washington D.C. in the area bounded by The Mall, North Capitol St., Tiber Creek, N St. N.W., and Seventh St. N.W.] /

[Survey of the original landholdings in Washington D.C. in the area bo...

Cadastral map showing tracts dated 1687 thru 1794 of which 3 are named "Port Royal," "Gleanings," and "Youngsborough." "The annexed plat ... made by Order of the Hon. the Judges of the Circuit Court ... accordi... More

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Room 88, N.W. Skylight. Plan and sections] / M.C. Meigs, Capt. of engineers, 30 April 1858.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Room 88, N.W. Skylight. Pla...

In album: Engineering projects directed by Montgomery Meigs, Washington, D.C. ca. 1852-ca. 1860, p. 155, no. 269. Inscription: U.S.C. Ex. Sky light for room 88, N.W. Scaled.

Washington Aqueduct [...] at Capitol, Jan, 3, 1859, [water introduced?], John C.G. Zalcott, CE, with compliments of [...]

Washington Aqueduct [...] at Capitol, Jan, 3, 1859, [water introduced?...

Photograph. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Complex, which includes the U.S. Capi... 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.

Elevation of dome of U.S. Capitol

Elevation of dome of U.S. Capitol

Architect of the Capitol item number: 003150.1290, Walter, no. 1902. 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 Capi... More

[Capitol construction work], Washington, D.C.

[Capitol construction work], Washington, D.C.

Photograph showing a yard with barn and building materials; two horses pull a wagon into the barn.

Corinthian capital, U.S. Capitol

Corinthian capital, U.S. Capitol

Photograph of maquette showing a Corinthian capital upon a stand, in front of a barn-like structure. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 98. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Capitol construction, east front looking north, dome in progress]

[Capitol construction, east front looking north, dome in progress]

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

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Domes. Cupola roof. Plan, elevations, sections, and details] / W.B. Franklin, capt. top engs. ; Tho. U. Walter, architect.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Domes. Cupola roof. Plan, e...

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

[Construction of Capitol dome]. 19th century, Library of Congress collection

[Construction of Capitol dome]. 19th century, Library of Congress coll...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 49. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[View from the west of the U.S. Capitol with reflection in body of water in the foreground and the U.S. Botanic Garden in the middle ground]

[View from the west of the U.S. Capitol with reflection in body of wat...

Picryl description: Public domain vintage artistic photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.

[West front of the United States Capitol, with the new cast-iron dome under construction. In the foregrd. is the Tiber Creek or Washington City Canal and the octagonal greenhouse for the Botanic Garden]

[West front of the United States Capitol, with the new cast-iron dome ...

Vintage salt print from the personal photographic album of Montgomery Meigs. This record contains unverified data from caption card. Caption card tracings: Geogr.; Canals; Greenhouses.

[View of Washington looking down Pennsylvania Ave. toward unfinished Capitol. National Hotel on left, no. 1]

[View of Washington looking down Pennsylvania Ave. toward unfinished C...

Drawing shows a woman and child exiting the telegraph office, and the National Hotel, at Pennsylvania and 6th Street, NW, as carriages and people move up and down Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington DC. The view ... More

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome details. Second story. Elevation, section, and plans. Rendering.] / Tho. U. Walter, architect, Washington, D.C.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome details. Second story....

Window, showing architectural decorations and detail of structural ironwork. Inscription: "Details of second story of dome." Scaled and dimensioned. No. 1873.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome. Main ribs. Exterior brackets. Rendered plans, sections, elevations, perspectives, and details] / W.B. Franklin, capt. top engs. ; Tho. U. Walter, archt.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome. Main ribs. Exterior b...

Scaled and dimensioned. No. 1892. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Complex, which ... More

[East Capitol Street as it was] / by W.M. Chase.

[East Capitol Street as it was] / by W.M. Chase.

Bird's-eye view of the east Capitol grounds, including the Greenough statue of George Washington, and East Capitol Street taken from the dome of the U.S. Capitol. "American Views" Incorrect printed caption: "Dr... More

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome. Main ribs. Exterior brackets. Rendered plans, sections, elevations, perspectives, and details] / W.B. Franklin, capt. top engs. ; Tho. U. Walter, archt.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Dome. Main ribs. Exterior b...

Scaled and dimensioned. No. 1892. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the federal agency responsible for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of the United States Capitol Complex, which ... More

West front of Capitol, vii, peristyle complete

West front of Capitol, vii, peristyle complete

Photograph showing the Capitol dome under construction, with canal in foreground. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 39. Notations: Public gardens or Mall; C&O Canal; Goose Creek once is Tiber n... More

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Extension. Details of ceilings of attic story of connecting corridors] / W.B. Franklin, capt. top. engrs., in charge ; Tho. U. Walter, archt. Ex. U.S. Capitol, July 14, 1860.

[United States Capitol (Washington, D.C.). Extension. Details of ceili...

Scaled. No. 1974. 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 building was complet... More

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