You are bidding on an antique color chromolithograph book plate titled "Washington Chosen for Commander-in-Chief — P. 62." The scene depicts George Washington standing before the Continental Congress in 1775, viewed from behind in his blue coat, as a presiding officer gestures toward him from an elevated podium. Wigged delegates are seated around him in a formal colonial assembly hall, with light streaming through tall windows. The composition captures a pivotal moment in American history with excellent period detail.

Sheet measures approximately 9" x 11.5" on cream stock. Reverse shows ink bleed-through from a facing page illustration with some foxing spots.

Condition notes: Right margin has a ragged tear from book removal. Age toning consistent with period. Image itself is clean and undamaged.

Pairs naturally with the Yorktown and Early Love of Truth plates from the same book — ideal for grouping as a framed Americana set.

Type: Antique chromolithograph book plate

Subject: George Washington / Continental Congress 1775

Size: Approx. 9" x 11.5" sheet

Condition: Good antique — torn right margin, image intact

Reverse: Ink bleed-through, some foxing