Home > North America > United States of America > Massachusetts > Boston
Endecott cutting down Mortons may-pole (engraving)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Endecott cutting down Mortons may-pole (engraving)
3626264 Endecott cutting down Mortons may-pole (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Endecott, Governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, cutting down Thomas Mortons may-pole. Endecott had the Maypole cut down because it conflicted with his Puritan beliefs. Illustration from Young Folks History of Boston by Hezekiah Butterworth (Estes and Lauriat, Boston, 1881). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23122582
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Boston Cutting Down Governor Massachusetts Massachusetts Bay Colony Maypole New England Puritan
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> N
> Thomas North
> Arts
> Artists
> Y
> John Young
> Europe
> Italy
> Veneto
> Este
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Scotland
> Western Isles
> Related Images
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> American School
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> English School
> North America
> United States of America
> Massachusetts
> Boston
> North America
> United States of America
> Massachusetts
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving titled "Endecott cutting down Morton's may-pole" depicts a significant event in the history of early America. The artwork, created by an anonymous 19th-century American artist, showcases Governor John Endecott of the Massachusetts Bay Colony taking action against Thomas Morton's maypole. In this scene, we witness Endecott bravely wielding his axe to cut down the towering maypole. This act was driven by his strong Puritan beliefs and desire to eliminate any practices that contradicted their strict religious principles. The illustration comes from Hezekiah Butterworth's book "Young Folks History of Boston" published in 1881. The image has been digitally cleaned, allowing us to appreciate its intricate details and historical significance. It serves as a reminder of the clash between different cultural values during colonial times in North America. Through this engraving, we are transported back to 17th-century New England when English settlers were establishing their colonies amidst great challenges and conflicts with Native Americans. It highlights how religion played a central role in shaping society and influencing political decisions. This print is part of a private collection but is made accessible through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform. Its inclusion provides us with an opportunity to reflect on our shared history and understand the complexities that shaped early America.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
