Subject: Powhatan, Virginia, Natives
Period: 1683 (circa)
Publication: Description de l'Univers
Color: Hand Color
Size:
4.3 x 5.9 inches
10.9 x 15 cm
This copper engraving depicts Powhatan's village based on the view which appeared first on Smith's map of Virginia. At top is a drape-style cartouche with an image of the great Indian chief Powhatan seated on his throne and surrounded by his subjects. French text on verso.
References: Pastoureau, MANESSON_MALLET 1 A [634].
Condition: A
A dark impression on watermarked paper with light toning along the edges of the sheet.