White House Scale Model

• 4 ¾ X 3 3/8 X 3 ¼ inches
• Gift boxed

• Product Description

• The White House is one of the most recognized homes and seats of a head of state in the world. This scale model is made from clear crystal with a fine silver finish. It sits on a base of black glass and reflective mirror, which create a magnificent shine. This intricately detailed replica of an iconic American building is an astonishing piece and makes a beautiful gift.

Have you ever wondered why many landmarks in Washington, DC, look like Greek and Roman temples? When forming the country, the Founders looked to Greco-Roman principles of justice, rule of law, process, and liberty as successful models of government. When plans were made to build the United States Capitol in 1793, Thomas Jefferson asked that Congress be housed in an ancient Roman temple, in the same neoclassical style he had used for his design of the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond in 1788. As can be seen in the National Archives building, the neoclassical style continued to be popular for government buildings and monuments well into the late 1930s.

The National Archives preserves and protects some 28,000 plans of public buildings, offering valuable insights into their design and construction, as well as maps and historical photographs of the Nation’s capital city.