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Lot Number: 123
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George Washington After the Engraving by M. Nutter 1798 and Gilbert Stuart’s Painting, “GEORGE WASHINGTON ESQR” |
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1798-Dated Federal Period, Color Engraving of President George Washington, after the painting by Gilbert Stuart, titled “GEORGE WASHINGTON ESQR. - Late President of the United States of America...”, Issued upon Washington’s leaving office on March 4, 1797, by M. Nutter 1798, After Gilbert Stuart, London, Published Jany. 15, 1798 by R. Cribb Holborn, Crisp Very Fine. George Washington left the office of President of the United States on March 4, 1797. He served Two terms as President, from April 30, 1789, to March 4, 1797, and chose not to seek a Third term, establishing the tradition of the Two-term limit for U.S. Presidents. Washington's decision not to seek reelection was influenced by his desire to retire from public life and return to his home at Mount Vernon. This image is engraved after the original oil painting by artist Gilbert Stuart, now particularly famous for this images’ current use on the U.S. One Dollar note. This rare Color Engraving is fully titled:“GEORGE WASHINGTON ESQR. (Esquire) - Late President of the United States of America - From an original Picture in the Possession of J. Seb(astian) De Franca Esq(uire) of Devonshire Place to whom this (Engraved) Plate is Dedicated by his obliged humble Servt. - Robert Cribb” - “London, Published Jany. 15, 1798 by R. Cribb Holborn”. The central Color Portrait Engraving deeply printed on a 14” x 10” period heavy paper sheet, the original printing plate’s outline remains well embossed with its distinct outline seen within the paper, attesting to its originality. The paper is evenly moderately toned from prior display. There are some traces of the prior framing in the top margin selvage edge (that should be unseen when framed). George Washington is shown wearing a red vest, fancy white linen jabot neckwear, and a deep blue overcoat. A rare engraving issued upon Washington’s leaving the office of U.S. President on March 4, 1797. See: Ref. Boglewood: 2603. Hart: 428 Stuart painted multiple portraits of Washington, but his portrait known as the "Athenaeum Portrait" is the one most commonly associated with him, and it served as the basis for many reproductions and engravings. The engraving by M. Nutter likely sought to replicate Stuart's iconic portrait, which depicts Washington in a dignified and authoritative manner. Washington is typically shown in the Athenaeum Portrait wearing a black velvet suit with a white jabot and a dark jacket. He gazes out at the viewer with a solemn expression, capturing his leadership and statesmanship. Engravings like the one by M. Nutter served as a means of widely disseminating famous artworks before the advent of photography. They allowed people to own copies of important paintings and portraits, making them accessible to a broader audience. The reproduction of Stuart's portrait of Washington would have been particularly popular, given Washington's status as a revered figure in American history and the significance of his presidency. |
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Lot Number: 123
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Estimate Range: $1,200 - $1,600 |
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