An Emblem of Europe
John Fairburn|Anonymous, British, 18th century
September 4, 1798 · Mezzotint · Drawings and Prints
An emblematic female figure of Europe wears classical garb, carries a snake-encircled staff and leans on a pile of books next to an armillary sphere and telescope, a quadrant at her feet (these objects symbolize travel, navigation and astronomy). At right a beehive stands before an ocean and ships (references to agriculture and commerce). The print is part of a group that includes America and Asia (52.585.73, 52.585.75).
- Artist
- John Fairburn|Anonymous, British, 18th century
- Date
- September 4, 1798
- Medium
- Mezzotint
- Department
- Drawings and Prints
- Credit line
- Gift of Emily C. Chadbourne, 1952
