Federal Hall Rotunda
by James Aiken
Title
Federal Hall Rotunda
Artist
James Aiken
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The classical corinthian columns soar and support the dome of Federal Hall in New York City.
Federal Hall, built in 1700 as New York's City Hall, later served as the first capitol building of the United States of America under the Constitution, as well as the site of George Washington's inauguration as the first President of the United States. It was also where the United States Bill of Rights was introduced in the First Congress. The building was demolished in 1812.
Federal Hall National Memorial was built in 1842 as the United States Custom House, on the site of the old Federal Hall on Wall Street, and later served as a sub-Treasury building. It is now operated by the National Park Service as a national memorial commemorating the historic events that occurred there. In 1790, the United States capital was moved to Philadelphia, and what had been Federal Hall once again housed the government of New York City until 1812, when the building was razed with the opening of the current New York City Hall. Part of the original railing and balcony floor where Washington was inaugurated are on display in the memorial. The current structure, one of the best surviving examples of classical architecture in New York, was built as the country's first Customs House. Designed by John Frazee, it was constructed of Tuckahoe marble and took more than a decade to complete. It opened in 1842. (Information obtained from Wikipedia)
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April 3rd, 2015
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Comments (23)
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Barbara Chichester
Your outstanding artwork has been chosen as a FEATURE in one of the most highly viewed Art Groups on Fine Art America. MOTIVATION MEDITATION INSPIRATION! From the hundreds of pieces of artwork received daily to review and choose from, your work has been chosen because of it's Excellence! Congratulations!
James Aiken replied:
Thank you very much for featuring my work in your great group Barbara. I truly appreciate the support.
Steven Reed
Totally stunning work! Beautiful tones and terrific perspective, and your processing is amazing!
Clare Bevan
Just superb! The POV is awesome! Great detail right to the top of the roof!! L/F/FB/TW/G+