Who designed Tudor Place?

Dr. William Thornton, first architect of the United States Capitol, designed it for Thomas and Martha Custis Peter. The house was completed in 1816.

What is the ornament made of, and how is it packaged?

A three-inch round of faceted crystal glass with a red ribbon. The line-drawn art is printed so the open areas let the crystal show through. It comes in a white or gold gift box, is made to order in the USA and ships free in the U.S.

Is this ornament an official Georgetown souvenir?

No. It is original art by Merlin Classics, an independent shop, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any town office, museum or organization.

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Georgetown Washington DC Holiday Ornament - Tudor Place Portico

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Tudor Place in Georgetown, the domed temple portico on its garden front, on crystal.

Half a round temple steps out from the middle of the house, white columns under a shallow dome, with tall windows curving in behind it. Nothing else in Washington looks quite like it.

For the Georgetown family, the Washington history reader, the one who knows the garden gate on 31st Street. It is a three-inch round of faceted crystal glass on a red ribbon, printed so the open areas of the drawing let the light through, in your choice of a white or gold gift box. Hung in a window it works all winter, long after the tree comes down.

Quick Facts — Tudor Place Portico Ornament

› Subject: The south front of Tudor Place in Georgetown, Washington, D.C., with its domed circular portico

› Town: Georgetown, Washington, D.C.

› Size: 3 in (76 mm) round, faceted edge, red ribbon

› Material: crystal glass, line-drawn art printed to let the crystal show through

› Packaging: white or gold gift box

› Made to order in the USA

› Ships free in the U.S.

Tudor Place was completed in 1816 for Thomas Peter and his wife Martha Custis Peter, a granddaughter of Martha Washington. The design was by Dr. William Thornton, who had drawn the first plans for the United States Capitol.

The Peters and their descendants kept the house for six generations, until 1983, which is why so much of it survives as it was.

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Every item is made to order, so please check the size chart on this page before you buy. Women's fitted tees run small; size up for a looser fit. Caps are one size with an adjustable strap.

How are items made and when will they arrive?

We make each item to order using premium blanks, embroidery and soft-hand prints. Production takes 2-5 business days (weekends and holidays excluded), then 4-10 days in transit via USPS, UPS or FedEx to U.S. addresses; most orders arrive within 6-15 business days. You'll get a tracking link the moment it ships. Any current shipping offer is shown in the bar at the top of every page and applies automatically at checkout, no code needed.

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Made-to-order items can't be returned or exchanged for size or color, so please use the size chart and photos before ordering. If anything arrives defective, misprinted or damaged, send a photo and your order number within 30 days and we'll replace it or refund you.

How do I care for my item?

Apparel: wash cold, inside out, with like colors; no bleach; tumble dry low or hang dry. Embroidered pieces: iron inside out to protect the stitching. Caps: spot clean. Printed glasses and water bottles: hand wash only, no dishwasher, so the artwork lasts. Mugs and engraved glasses are dishwasher safe. Any item-specific care notes are in the description above.

Who makes this?

Merlin Classics is a small Connecticut brand making original retro designs for the towns people love. Every piece is printed, embroidered or engraved to order in the USA, and the business supports hunger relief in the communities our collections celebrate.