Located in Washington, D.C., founded by gift of Andrew Mellon and supported by public and private funding, a cultural jewel of the United States.
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- National Gallery of Art Collections illustrate major achievements in painting, sculpture, and graphic arts. Founded 1937 by gift from Andrew Mellon, supported by public and private funding.
- East Wing, National Gallery Great Buildings Online page offers history, detailed description, and photos of the work by architect I. M. Pei from 1974 to 1978.
- Science and Art at the National Gallery Detailed article from the journal of the Minerals, Metals and Materials Society tells how curators worked with scientists to verify artworks' authenticity. Links and footnotes.