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Residence of Washington in High Street watercolor

Permanent ID:
9843
Call number:
Bb 862 B756 #9
Image Description:
Watercolor by William L. Breton of Robert Morris' mansion at 6th and Market Streets (historically 190 High Street). Also known as the "President's House," the mansion was the residence of President George Washington from 1795-1796 while Philadelphia served as the nation's capital during the construction of Washington, DC.
Inscription:
2nd door below 6th street south side of Market St (Recto, below image caption)
Address:
6th and Market Streets, Philadelphia
Format:
Watercolors
Dimensions:
Width: 25 cm, Height: 19 cm (image)
Collection:
Historical Society of Pennsylvania medium graphics collection
Related People or Organizations:
Robert Morris, 1734-1806 (relates to)
George Washington, 1732-1799 (relates to)
William L. Breton, 1775-1856 (creator)