The Death of George Washington
1800
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1800
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a sick man in bed being attended by two figures. One person stands at the bedside, holding his hand, while another sits nearby, looking on. The room has a simple wooden floor and a window with curtains. Above the bed, a halo-like shape glows faintly, and the scene feels quiet and solemn. The text below explains this is about a man’s final moments, watched by doctors. His face is peaceful, but the setting looks like a modest home, not a grand space. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like these carved detailed images onto metal plates.
