Architecture
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Detail of a corner of the East Building
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Interior view of the East Building
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The West building of the National Gallery of Art, with the East Building and the United States Capitol visible behind and to the left
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School children entering the Madison Drive NW entrance of the West building
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The West Building of the National Gallery of Art soon after construction
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Satellite image of National Gallery of Art grounds and surrounding streets
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Centerpiece on the main floor of the West Building
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Oculus of the West Building dome
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Gift shop and waterfall cascade in the concourse
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