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Giovanni Antonio Sasso (active 1809-1816) after Jean Bosio (1767-1832)George Washington, early 19th century portrait engraving1818
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'Giorgio Washington'
Stipple engraving by Giovanni Antonio Sasso (active 1809-1816) after Jean Bosio (1767-1832), 1818.
220mm by 155mm (platemark)
295mm by 220mm (sheet)
George Washington (1732 - 1799) was the first President of the United States (1789-1797), the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He presided over the convention that drafted the Constitution, which replaced the Articles of Confederation and established the position of President.
From 'Serie di Vite e Ritratti de Famosi Personaggi degli ultimi tempi' published in Milan 1815-1819. Accompanied by original text description in Italian.
- Creator:Giovanni Antonio Sasso (active 1809-1816) after Jean Bosio (1767-1832) (Italian)
- Creation Year:1818
- Dimensions:Height: 8.67 in (22 cm)Width: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)
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- Condition:A couple of foxing spots, light handling creases and faint water stain outside the platemark.
- Gallery Location:Melbourne, AU
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1244213727402
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