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New Custom House in Boston / Drawn by C.H. Billings; engraved by G.G. ...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 152. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

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

[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

[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

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

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.

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 ...

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 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]

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

[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.

Example of column in U.S. Capitol

Photograph of architectural drawing showing a column with corn plants on the capital. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 98. Notation: Latrobe's American order the maize. Reference copy in LOT... More

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

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.

[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.

[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 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...

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

[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

[Lorenzo Ghiberti's "Gates of Paradise" bronze doors depicting scenes ...

Photograph showing lower four valves of Baptistry doors. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 113. Inscription: Same, lower panels. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[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

[Panel details from bronze doors for the east portico of the Senate wi...

Photograph of bronze doors detail showing two panels from top of right valve, one depicting the battle of Bunker Hill and death of General Warren and the other depicting the battle of Monmouth and rebuke of Gen... More

[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

Ceiling of the Vice President's room, north wing

Photograph of lost architectural drawing showing design for a ceiling fresco in the President's room of the U.S. Capitol depicting William Brewster, Americus Vespucius, Christopher Columbus, Benjamin Franklin,... More

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.

Progressive view of dome, first column on roof, 2; east front from Sen...

Photograph showing beginning stages of adding the dome to the Capitol. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 21. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[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 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.

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 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

[Trees near with a lake] - Engraving, Public domain image

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 58. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Raising and setting monolithic column, Genl. P.O. Building

Photograph showing construction of the north facade of the General Post Office building in Washington, D.C. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 139. Notations: Gen. Meigs; north facade. Reference... More

Construction for supporting ceiling of Senate chamber, n. wing

Photograph showing scaffolding and pipes during the construction of the Capitol. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 51. Notations: Scaffold not removed; curved pipes contain gas; burners: light ... More

Raising a monolithic column. Genl. P.O. Building, north facade

Photograph showing column being hoisted up during the construction of the General Post Office building in Washington, D.C. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 73. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. ... More

Council with friendly Nez Percés Indians held by Col. G. Wright U.S.A....

Photograph of drawing showing Nez Percé Indians, seated in a circle, listening to Col. Wright. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 111. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

White House, S. front. 19th century, Library of Congress collection

Photograph shows view to northwest showing west side and south porch. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 133. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2, White House.

Horse-slaughter camp on the Spokane River, 8th, 9th, 10th Sept. 1858; ...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 111. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Monolith in lathe, Washington, D.C.

Photograph showing large column for the General Post Office building in Washington, D.C., in a lathe. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 71. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

North wing, east front. Traversing crane for construction of connectin...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 35. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

East portico - looking south. 19th century, Library of Congress collec...

Photograph shows east front of the U.S. Capitol including Horatio Greenough's sculpture "The Rescue" and Luigi Persico's sculptures "Discovery of America" and "War." In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs... More

View of Snake River at mouth of Tukanon showing Fort Taylor & bluffs; ...

Photograph of drawing showing team of horses pulling a wagon on a path leading to Snake River. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 111. Notation: "Taylor" + "Gaston." Reference copy in LOT 12251,... More

Great Falls of the Spokane River, W.T. 30 miles below the Cour D'Alene...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 58. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Corinthian column - U.S. Post Office Dept.

Photograph showing Corinthian capital before being placed on a column for the General Post Office building in Washington, D.C. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 70. Reference copy in LOT 12251,... More

Genl. Post Office, Washington, D.C.

Photograph showing construction of the east and north faces of the General Post Office building in Washington, D.C. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 141. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Ori... More

Dept. of Interior, Doric, S. Portico, E. Portico

Photo shows a U.S. government building at 7th and F streets, NW, in Washington, DC, while it was occupied by the Department of the Interior. Later known as the Patent Office Building. In album: Benjamin Brown F... More

[Hospital for the Insane of the Army and Navy and the District of Colu...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 163. Notation: R. McClelland, Secretary; Franklin Pierce. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Cathedrale of Saint Isaac at St. Petersbourg

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 10. Notation: Comparative view. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Clock for the House of Representatives chamber flanked by American In...

Photograph of design drawing for clock with maquettes of figures by William H. Rinehart. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 120. Notations: Figures by Rhinehart; M.C. Meigs, Capt. of Engineers; ... More

Hospital for the Insane of the Army and Navy and the District of Colum...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 134. Notation: R. McClelland, Secretary; Franklin Pierce. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[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.

Executive Mansion, N. front. 19th century, Library of Congress collec...

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p.131. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2, White House. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

T.U. Walter, Archt. - Public domain print

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 8. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Dept. of Interior, south face and portico, Doric

[Dept. of Interior, part of south face on F St. north, east facade and...

"Washington" by Houdon. Original in State-house at Richmond, Virginia

Photograph of plaster copy of a statue by William Hubard after an original by Jean-Antoine Houdon showing George Washington standing, dressed in his Revolutionary War uniform, holding a walking cane in one hand... More

[Plaster model of Statue of Freedom]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 14. Plaque on pedestal: Freedom ... Crawford .... Printed in pencil on label: in "Old Hall of The House." Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Thomas Ustick Walter, Architect of Capitol, 1851-1865]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 65. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Jean Antoine Houdon - [Plaster copy of statue of George Washington]

Washn. Aqueduct, Washington, D.C.

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 135. Notation: Gate no(?) distributn. reservoir. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Perspective, east front, looking south

Photograph showing beginning phase of adding dome to Capitol. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 37. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[U.S. Department of Interior Building]

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.

[Miss Columbia with stars-and-stripes shield and eagle]

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 165. Etching cut from larger sheet. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

East front from grounds. Progressive views of dome, no. iii. Columns o...

Photograph showing beginning stages of adding the dome to the Capitol. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 27. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Backwoodsman figure for the clock in the House of Representatives cha...

Photograph of maquette showing backwoodsman figure by William H. Rinehart from behind. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 121. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Statues of Native Americans in the U.S. Capitol]

Photograph of sculptures showing two Native Americans: 1. a bust of Chippewa warrior Beshekee by Francis Vincenti; and 2. an unidentified crouched man holding a bowl. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photograph... More

[Plaster model of Statue of Freedom]

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

[American Indian figure for the clock in the House of Representatives ...

Photograph of maquette showing American Indian figure by William H. Rinehart from behind. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 121. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Mt. Vernon. 19th century, Library of Congress collection

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 119. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[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.

Genl. P.O., Washington, D.C. during American Civil War

Photograph showing east and north faces of the General Post Office building in Washington, D.C. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 143. Notations: E. face, N. face. Reference copy in LOT 12251, ... More

P.O. Dept., Washington, D.C. during American Civil War

Photograph showing the General Post Office building in Washington, D.C. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 71. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

The "Lincoln column," first monolith raised, Nov. 1860, Presidential e...

Photo shows construction at U.S. Capitol, including African American workmen with a column named in the photograph to recognize Abraham Lincoln's election as president on Nov. 6, 1860. In album: Benjamin Brown... More

Working the monoliths, Washington, D.C.

Photo shows construction at U.S. Capitol, including "S. Wing" and "Centre Building." The workmen include African Americans. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs", p. 41. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v.... More

General Post Office building during American Civil War

Photograph showing General Post Office building in Washington, D.C. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 69. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Cartoon for fresco, Washington, D.C., engraving, Library of Congress

Photograph of cartoon for a fresco in the U.S. Capitol by Constantino Brumidi showing a woman escorted by putti. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 125. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Origin... More

West facade from Botanical Gardens

Photograph showing Capitol dome under construction with the Botanical Gardens and Tiber Creek in the foreground. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 47. Notations: Tiber Creek; viii : 16 Nov. 186... More

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

U.S. service rifle, Harpers Ferry, Virginia

Photograph of mechanical drawing showing rifle with bayonet from the side, top, and bottom. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 110. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Artillery harness - Public domain drawing

Photograph of drawing showing saddles & harnesses. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 108. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Rifle] - Public domain drawing

Photograph of mechanical drawing showing rifle with trigger assembly. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 110. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Artillery harness - Public domain engraving

Photograph of engraving showing two horses, one labeled "near wheel horse" and the other "off leader," fitted with an artillery harness. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 108. J.W. Butler Delt.... More

[Swords and scabbards] - Public domain architectural plan drawing

Photograph of mechanical drawing showing drawings of swords and scabbards used by foot soldiers and those used by officers and others; mechanical drawing of equipment is on left. In album: Benjamin Brown French... More

U.S. horse equipment Pattern 1854.

Photograph of design drawing showing items of horse tack such as saddle, bridle, and bit. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 110. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

U.S. service rifle, Harpers Ferry, Virginia

Photograph of mechanical drawing showing rifle from the side, top, and bottom. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 110. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Civil War weapons] - Public domain drawing

Photograph of mechanical drawing showing field gun, howitzer, siege gun, and mortars. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 108. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

8 inch barbette in battery - Public domain architectural plan drawing

Photograph of mechanical drawing showing cannon and barbette. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 109. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

View, looking N.W. from roof of Capitol

Photograph shows view of Washington, D.C., taken from U.S. Capitol, with Pennsylvania Avenue at left, showing Winder's Bldg., Ephiphany, St. John's, St. Matthew, GPO, Dept. of Interior, City Hall, Trinity, Ritt... More

View, looking N. from Capitol roof

Photograph shows view of Washington, D.C., taken from U.S. Capitol, showing Douglas Hospital, Old Douglas House, Railway Station, The Washington, or Wilkes House, St. Aloysius, Government Printing Office, Glenw... More

Westward Ho!, Washington, D.C. - Fresco, public domain photogrpaph

Photograph of preparatory oil sketch, mural on canvas, for the proposed fresco in the U.S. Capitol showing American pioneers crossing mountains on horseback and in covered wagons; includes a view of the Golden ... More

[Inauguration of Abraham Lincoln at the U.S. Capitol]

Photograph shows crowd of people viewing Lincoln's inauguration by the under-construction U.S. Capitol. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 1. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12... More

Iron casemate carriages / Gustav Stolz, carriage maker of ordn.

Photograph of mechanical drawing showing parts of carriages for ordnance. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 109. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

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

Photograph showing the dome of the Capitol under construction. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 49. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

Trunnion chains - A drawing of a number of different chains

In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 108. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 2. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing...

Photograph of maquette showing mechanic with a hammer and gear. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 79. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Columbus Doors, U.S. Capitol]. 19th century, Library of Congress coll...

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. 123. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the senate wing...

Photograph showing maquette of a man seated on a package bound with rope, another on the right, his hand resting a ball above that. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 85. Reference copy in LOT 1... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization" east pediment of the Senate wing...

Photograph of maquette showing two youths. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 83. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate win...

Photograph of maquette showing a young hunter with his quarry and dog. . In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 95. Reference copy in LOT 12251, ... More

[Detail of "Progress of Civilization," east pediment of the Senate win...

Photograph of maquette showing an Indian grave. In album: Benjamin Brown French "Photographs," p. 117. Reference copy in LOT 12251, v. 1. Original in PR 12 LOT 12251.

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