Portraits of Capitol Architect William Thornton
This event was part of a Thornton symposium hosted by the U.S. Capitol Historical Society and the University of Aberdeen in Scotland.
In 1793, President George Washington selected physician, painter, and architect Dr. William Thornton’s design for the U.S. Capitol building.… read more
In 1793, President George Washington selected physician, painter, and architect Dr. William Thornton’s design for the U.S. Capitol building. National Portrait Gallery curator emerita Ellen Miles gave an illustrated talk about the artists who painted portraits of William Thornton and his wife Anna Maria during their lifetimes. Ms. Miles also discussed the couples lifelong interest in the arts and artists.
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