Object: Washington at Princeton, January 3rd, 1777

Washington at Princeton, January 3rd, 1777

Artist:

Nathaniel CURRIER

Description:

At this important crisis, the soul of Washington rose superior to danger, seizing a standard he advanced uncovered before the column and reining his steed towards the enemy with his sword flashing in the rays of the rising sun, he waved on the troops behind him to the charge. - Inspirited by his example the militia sprang forward and delivered an effective fire stopped the progress of the enemy. see b/w photo fil

Credit:

Kirby Collection of Historical Paintings, Lafayette College, Easton, PA; Gift of Allan P. Kirby (class of 1915)

Collection:

Kirby Collection of Historical Paintings

Dimensions:

48.26 W x 43.18 H (in cm.)