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A Mourning Scene for George Washington

This is a needlework tapestry created by Hanna Jackson Semple in 1820 depicting a mourning scene for President George Washington. Members of the artist's family are depicted near President Washington's casket in a pastoral scene.
Artist
Hanna Jackson Semple
Date of Work
1820
Type
Textiles
Credit
White House Collection/White House Historical Association
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