Washington Winter Show 2012

31 This page is sponsored by Gary E. Young in memory of Elinor Gordon Figure 2 President Thomas Jefferson’s invitation to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Nourse for dinner at the President’s House, 1802. © NSCDA/Dumbarton House, 2011. Bequest of Mrs. Charles J. Nourse (91.1) Figure 3 (below) The Splendid Mrs. Madison Oil on canvas Peter Waddell, 2010 President and Mrs. Madi- son were well known for entertaining lavishly. Artist Peter Waddell recreated one of these grand events in his 2010 interpretation of the elliptical room. Featured in this image are major figures of the day, includ- ing Commodore Stephen Decatur, and the President and Mrs. Madison. Courtesy White House Historical Association