Europe and America
Engraver Anonymous, British, early 19th century British
Publisher P. Gally British
Sitter George Washington American
Not on view
In this allegorical image two female figures represent Europe and America, with ships on an ocean between them. At left, Europe points to a globe and is accompanied by objects that symbolize the arts and sciences. At right, America holds the Stars and Stripes and stands near a portrait of George Washington over a snake. The latter was associated with the slogan "unite or die," used during the American Revolution to encourage colonists who fought for independence. Seated next to America, a small Black boy sits and reads.
