Howard Chandler Christy (American, 1872-1952). Study for Scene at the Signing of the Constitution of the United States. ...

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Howard Chandler Christy (American, 1872-1952)
Study for Scene at the Signing of the Constitution of the United States
Oil on canvas
40 x 50 inches (101.6 x 127 cm)


PROVENANCE:
The artist;
Nancy Christy, wife of the above, New York, by descent;
Henry K. Ostrow, New York, gift from the above;
By descent through the Ostrow family, Fort Lauderdale, Florida;
Private collection, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, acquired from the above.

Howard Chandler Christy was tasked by the United States Constitution Sesquicentennial Commission to illustrate the signing of the constitution, a defining moment in American history. The finished work, measuring 20 by 30 feet, hangs in the House of Representatives wing of the Capital Building, Washington, D.C.

More information about Howard Chandler Christy. See also: Christy, Howard Chandler Artist.



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