Title
General Henry Lee
Object Type
Creator
Date
1830
Description
Copy after an engraving by Gilbert Stuart. Henry Lee (1756-1818), known as “Light Horse Harry,” was the father of Robert E. Lee and a close friend of George Washington. He was active in the American Revolution, served as Governor of Virginia (1792-1795), and was also a member of Congress (1795-1801).
Medium
oil paint on canvas
Extent
30 x 25 in. (76.2 x 63.5 cm)
Collection
Source
Gift of the Artist
Identifier
PA.065
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