Latrobe's design for the Washington Monument

Title

Latrobe's design for the Washington Monument

Description

In 1799 Architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe submitted this proposal for the Washington Monument. The design was meant to be incorporated into the original design of Washington, DC, but budget problems prevented its construction. The plan included the pyramid monument you see here, a terrace, and murals with allegorical figures covering the ceiling inside the monument.

Source

The Library of Congress, View Original.

Date

1799

Coverage

Original Format

Architectural drawing with ink, watercolor, wash, and graphite on paper.

Physical Dimensions

51 x 61 cm.

Description

In 1799 Architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe submitted this proposal for the Washington Monument. The design was meant to be incorporated into the original design of Washington, DC, but budget problems prevented its construction. The plan included the pyramid monument you see here, a terrace, and murals with allegorical figures covering the ceiling inside the monument.

Creator

Benjamin Henry Latrobe

Date

1799

Coverage

Pre-1800s

Source

The Library of Congress, View Original.