Description: Allegory of the recognition of John Adams as the official representative of the United States in the Netherlands, October 7, 1782. Statue of America with a headdress of feathers and holding the liberty hat, trampling Albion while France (Bourbon) crushes the English crown. America stands on a pedestal adorned with the coats of arms of Amsterdam, France, and the flag of the United States. To the right, a Dutchman (probably Pieter Johan van Berckel) offers her a document marked: Praeparatoirlijk Plan. On the pedestal, a four-line verse. Made by Cornelis Brouwer after Pieter Wagenaar (II). Medium: Etching and engraving on hand laid (verge) paper. Sheet size: 14.8 x 23.1 cm (5.83 x 9.09 inch). Image size: 14.8 x 23.1 cm. (5.83 x 9.09 inch). Condition: good, given age. Light soiling. Remains of tape on rear from attachment. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. ALLEGORY-ON-THE-COVENANT-OF-THE-NETHERLANDS-WITH-AMERICA-1782 | PCO-A15-34 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Source: unknown, to be determined. Reference: FMH 4488, Atlas van Stolk 4431. Biography engraver: Cornelis Brouwer (1733-1803) was a Dutch printmaker known for his detailed etchings and engravings, often collaborating with prominent artists of his time. Biography artist: Pieter Wagenaar (II) (1747-1808) was a Dutch artist known for his allegorical and historical drawings, which were frequently used as designs for prints.
Price: 319 USD
Location: 6611BX
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Date of Creation: Pre-1800
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Subject: Historical
Height (Inches): 9.09
Width (Inches): 5.83
Print Surface: Paper
Type: Print
Artist: Cornelis Brouwer, Pieter Wagenaar (II)
Material: Etching
Year of Production: 1782
