tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7244527084073420142.post790124589594161274..comments2024-03-14T12:30:47.593-04:00Comments on Under the Gables: Fine Arts Friday: Mother, Daughter, and an Unseen GrandfatherLindahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10317796864224423184noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7244527084073420142.post-74250059561564026852010-03-27T12:36:09.305-04:002010-03-27T12:36:09.305-04:00Linda, I love Peale's paintings. And your ins...Linda, I love Peale's paintings. And your insightful descriptions help me to enjoy them so much more. So thank you. <br /><br />Regarding the Staircase Group painting, did you ever hear the story that when George Washington was visiting Charles Peale, the painting was leaning up against a wall, and as he passed, Mr. Washington actually tipped his hat because the painting looked so really that he thought he was seeing Peale's sons.<br /><br />I believe I heard this story at the Brandywine River Museum in PA. Some of Peale's works are there. If you're ever in PA, you might like to visit.Jodihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934973314360291318noreply@blogger.com