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1877 Drawing of Proposed Capitol Modifications

  • Published May 26, 2017
Architectural drawing for alterations to the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. West elevation Summary
Proposed renovations of the Capitol Building from the 1870s. Achitectural drawing for alterations to the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. West elevation.
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Fascinating drawing of the U.S. Capitol from the 1870s showing proposed modifications to the building. This is the west elevation of the building, the opposite side of the National Mall.

Architectural drawing for alterations to the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. West elevation Summary
Architectural drawing for alterations to the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. West elevation
Summary

Source: Library of Congress

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