Europe and America
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.
Artwork Details
- Title: Europe and America
- Engraver: Anonymous, British, early 19th century
- Publisher: P. Gally (British, active 1798–1838)
- Sitter: George Washington (American, 1732–1799)
- Published in: London
- Date: October 6, 1804
- Medium: Mezzotint
- Dimensions: Plate: 9 3/4 × 13 9/16 in. (24.8 × 34.4 cm)
Sheet: 10 5/8 × 15 11/16 in. (27 × 39.8 cm) - Classification: Prints
- Credit Line: Bequest of Charles Allen Munn, 1924
- Object Number: 24.90.1591
- Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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