U.S. Capitol: Progress of Civilization tympanum in Washington, D.C. by Thomas Crawford, Thomas U Walter

tympanum

The Progress of Civilization tympanum is a marble relief sculpture on the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., created by Thomas Crawford and Thomas U. Walter around 1863. It allegorically represents the advancement of civilization and is part of the Capitol's artistic and architectural ensemble. The work embodies 19th-century American ideals and is located on one of the nation's most significant government buildings.