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Benjamin Franklin

Portrait of Benjamin Franklin — H. Sanford

Benjamin Franklin is a subject in art. The gallery holds 38 works in this subject in art, including works by Edward Savage, Benjamin West and Joseph Siffred Duplessis.

The outdoor statue of Benjamin Franklin in Washington, D.C., is located near the intersection of 12th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, in front of the Old Post Office. The statue was a gift from Stilson Hutchins, founder of The Washington Post, who wanted to display his and the newspaper's stature in the city.

Portrait of Benjamin Franklin

Key artists

Works

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Frequently asked questions

What is Benjamin Franklin?

Benjamin Franklin is a subject in art. The outdoor statue of Benjamin Franklin in Washington, D.C., is located near the intersection of 12th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, in front of the Old Post Office.

How many Benjamin Franklin works does Artifact World Gallery have?

Artifact World Gallery holds 38 public-domain Benjamin Franklin works, all free to view and download.

Who are the key Benjamin Franklin artists?

Key Benjamin Franklin artists in the collection include Edward Savage, Benjamin West and Joseph Siffred Duplessis.

Where can I see Benjamin Franklin works?

Benjamin Franklin works in the collection are held by Metropolitan Museum of Art, National Gallery of Art and Cleveland Museum of Art.