It was a canary-colored chariot, decorated with gilded nymphs and cupids, and emblazoned with the Washington arms.

His state was simplified when he went to church, which he did regularly every Sunday; then his coach was drawn by two horses, with two footmen behind, and was followed by a post-chaise carrying two gentlemen of his household.

Washington was fond of horses and was in the habit of keeping a fine stable.

The term "muslin horses" was commonly used to denote the care taken in grooming.

The head groom would test the work of the stable-boys by applying a clean muslin handkerchief to the coats of the animals, and, if any stain of dirt showed, there was trouble.