Chandelier WASHINGTON DC, Stati Uniti — la sala est della Casa Bianca, la sala più grande dell'Executive Mansion. Questo spazio storico è stato il luogo di importanti ricevimenti, cerimonie ed eventi nella storia americana. La sala East presenta un arredamento elegante, con lampadari di cristallo e il famoso ritratto di George Washington di Gilbert Stuart.
4928 x 3264 px | 41,7 x 27,6 cm | 16,4 x 10,9 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
31 gennaio 2018
Ubicazione:
National Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Altre informazioni:
Photograph by David Coleman. The East Room, located on the first floor of the White House, is the largest and most versatile room in the Executive Mansion. Situated at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., this grand space has been a central part of American political and social history since the early 19th century. Originally envisioned by architect James Hoban as a "public audience room, " the East Room has evolved significantly over time. During the John Adams administration, it was left unfinished and used for hanging laundry. The room gained its formal status and decor under James Madison's presidency, following the reconstruction after the War of 1812. Measuring approximately 80 by 37 feet, the East Room is renowned for its magnificent proportions and elegant decor. The space features four crystal chandeliers, gold curtains, and white-painted walls adorned with gold leaf accents. One of its most notable features is the full-length portrait of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart, which was famously saved by Dolley Madison during the burning of Washington in 1814. Throughout history, the East Room has been the setting for numerous significant events. It has hosted state dinners, treaty signings, press conferences, and performances by world-renowned artists. The room has also been used for more solemn occasions, serving as a place for presidential lying-in-state ceremonies. Notable renovations include those carried out during the Theodore Roosevelt administration and the major reconstruction under Harry Truman. The Kennedy restoration in the early 1960s brought much of the current aesthetic, emphasizing American historical furnishings and artworks. Today, the East Room continues to play a crucial role in White House functions, from welcoming foreign dignitaries to hosting cultural events. While public access is limited, the East Room is typically included in White House tours, allowing visitors to glimpse this historic space that has been at the heart of A
