WASHINGTON DC, USA – der State Dining Room im Weißen Haus mit dem ikonischen Porträt von Abraham Lincoln von George P.A. Healy. Dieser große Raum, der für offizielle Staatsessen und Empfänge genutzt wird, verfügt über eine elegante Einrichtung einschließlich eines großen Kamins unter dem Lincoln-Gemälde. Das Design des Zimmers spiegelt die reiche Geschichte und Bedeutung der Unterhaltung des Präsidenten in der amerikanischen Diplomatie wider.
4928 x 3264 px | 41,7 x 27,6 cm | 16,4 x 10,9 inches | 300dpi
Aufnahmedatum:
31. Januar 2018
Ort:
National Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Photograph by David Coleman. The State Dining Room, located on the State Floor of the White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., is a space steeped in American history and tradition. This grand room, measuring approximately 48 by 36 feet, can accommodate up to 140 guests and serves as the primary venue for state dinners and other high-profile diplomatic events. The room's focal point is the imposing portrait of Abraham Lincoln by George P.A. Healy, which hangs above the fireplace on the north wall. This painting, completed in 1869, depicts Lincoln seated, his hand supporting his chin in a contemplative pose. The portrait was chosen by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy during her extensive restoration of the White House in the early 1960s, replacing a large Victorian-era moose head that had previously adorned the space. The State Dining Room's current appearance is the result of numerous renovations and restorations throughout its history. The room was significantly expanded during Theodore Roosevelt's administration in 1902, transforming it from a modest dining space to the grand hall we see today. The decor blends elements of neoclassical and American Federal styles, with cream-colored walls paneled in wood from an old English estate. Three crystal chandeliers illuminate the room, complementing the natural light from the windows overlooking the South Lawn. The furnishings include a set of reproduction Chippendale-style chairs, which can be arranged to accommodate various types of events. The room's flexibility allows it to host not only formal dinners but also meetings, press conferences, and other significant gatherings. Throughout its history, the State Dining Room has witnessed countless pivotal moments in American diplomacy and governance. It has hosted world leaders, royalty, and distinguished guests from various fields, serving as a stage for discussions that have shaped international relations and domestic policy. During state dinners, the room
