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- Letter from John Trumbull to Thomas Claxton, February 3, 1821 - After completing his painting <EM>Declaration of Independence</EM>, John Trumbull authorized engraving plates made to create prints of this work. Trumbull sent an early proof to Thomas Claxton, Doorkeeper of the House of Representatives, who was to place the print in the Capitol Post Office so Congressmen and other officials could view it. Trumbull promised Claxton a commission on any sales of the print.
- February 03, 1821
- Collections - Artifact
Letter from John Trumbull to Thomas Claxton, February 3, 1821
After completing his painting Declaration of Independence, John Trumbull authorized engraving plates made to create prints of this work. Trumbull sent an early proof to Thomas Claxton, Doorkeeper of the House of Representatives, who was to place the print in the Capitol Post Office so Congressmen and other officials could view it. Trumbull promised Claxton a commission on any sales of the print.