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The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - dining room, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - dining room, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - dining room, between 1890 and 1950
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Beaux Arts Ceiling Cyanotypes 1890 1950 Gmgpc Dining Chair Dining Room Dining Room Chair Dining Room Table Dining Table Dinner Table Grandeur Henry Augustus Willard Henry Willard Hotel Willard Henry Augustus Willard Hotel Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin
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This photograph, taken between 1890 and 1950 by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases the grandeur of The New Willard Hotel's dining room in Washington, D.C. The Beaux-Arts architectural masterpiece, designed by Henry Augustus Willard, is a testament to the rich history and heritage of the United States. The photograph captures the essence of the 19th and early 20th centuries, with its intricately designed dining room, adorned with ornate ceiling features, elegant dining chairs, and a long, grand dining table. The room exudes an air of sophistication and opulence, making it an ideal setting for important political and social gatherings. Frances Benjamin Johnston, a pioneering female photographer, captured this image using cyanotypes, a photographic printing process that produces a distinctive blue color. The monochromatic palette adds to the timeless quality of the image, transporting us back in time to an era of grandeur and elegance. The New Willard Hotel, located in the District of Columbia, has been a significant part of the country's history, having played host to numerous prominent figures, including presidents and congressmen. This photograph, now housed in the Library of Congress, serves as a reminder of the hotel's storied past and the architectural and historical significance of the building. The photograph's composition invites us to imagine the lively conversations and important decisions that may have taken place around the dining table, adding to the room's allure and intrigue. This image is not only a beautiful work of art but also a valuable historical document, offering us a glimpse into the past and the rich cultural heritage of the United States.
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