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White House: State Dinner

WHITE HOUSE: STATE DINNER.
A state dinner at the White House, Washington, D.C. for members of the diplomatic corps, the Cabinet, and the U.S. Congress, during the administration of President Ulysses S. Grant. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1870

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1870 Black Cabinet Celebration Chair Chandelier Congress Dining Room Dinner Diplomat Feast Formal Gaslight Gilded Age Grant Hiram Republican Party Room Servant Simpson Table Tuxedo Ulysses Upper Class White House

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This print captures a momentous occasion in American history - the State Dinner at the White House during President Ulysses S. Grant's administration in 1870. The grandeur of this formal event is evident as distinguished guests, including members of the diplomatic corps, Cabinet, and U. S. Congress, gather in an opulent dining room adorned with a magnificent chandelier. The image showcases men and women elegantly dressed for the occasion, exuding sophistication and refinement. Among them stands President Grant himself, donning a tuxedo befitting his esteemed position. Notably, an African American servant can be seen attending to the needs of these upper-class guests – a poignant reminder of both racial dynamics and social hierarchy during that era. The atmosphere is one of celebration as everyone gathers around a lavishly set table to partake in an extravagant feast prepared for this special evening. Gaslight illuminates the room while adding to its enchanting ambiance. This photograph offers us a glimpse into America's Gilded Age – an era characterized by wealth, excess, and political power held primarily by members of the Republican Party like President Grant. It serves as a testament to the importance placed on diplomacy and state affairs during this transformative period in our nation's history. Granger Art on Demand has masterfully preserved this historical engraving from an American newspaper over 150 years ago so that we may appreciate its significance today without commercial intent or mention thereof.

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