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Fine Art Print : Peter Stuyvesant chastises Willem Wickendam for preaching a Baptist sermon (litho)
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Peter Stuyvesant chastises Willem Wickendam for preaching a Baptist sermon (litho)
PNP377426 Peter Stuyvesant chastises Willem Wickendam for preaching a Baptist sermon (litho) by American School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Stuyvesant (1616-72) was a leading member of the Calvinist Dutch Reformed Church; Wickendam was subsequently banished from the colony; Governor of New Netherland Colony; ); Peter Newark Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22924764
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of New Amsterdam with our exquisite fine art print, "Peter Stuyvesant Chastises Willem Wickendam for Preaching a Baptist Sermon" by the American School. This captivating lithograph, part of our Media Storehouse collection from Bridgeman Images, transports you back to the 17th century as you witness the famous confrontation between the Dutch director-general Peter Stuyvesant and Baptist preacher Willem Wickendam. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, this fine art print adds depth and character to any decor, telling a compelling story from the annals of American history.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The lithograph captures a tense moment in colonial America as Peter Stuyvesant, the formidable Governor of New Netherland Colony, chastises Willem Wickendam for daring to preach a Baptist sermon. The image portrays Stuyvesant's anger and disapproval as he scolds Wickendam, pointing an accusing finger towards him. Stuyvesant, known for his wooden leg and strict adherence to the Calvinist Dutch Reformed Church, is depicted with a clock face behind him symbolizing discipline and order. Wickendam's fate is sealed by this confrontation; he would later be banished from the colony due to his religious beliefs. The artist skillfully depicts the tension between these two figures against the backdrop of colonial America. This caricature-like illustration highlights not only their physical differences but also their contrasting ideologies. The scene evokes a sense of outrage and furor as Stuyvesant embodies authority while Wickendam represents resistance against religious oppression. It serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by dissenters during this period in American history. This powerful engraving offers viewers an insight into 17th-century North America, where conflicts over religion played a significant role in shaping society. It stands as both an artistic representation and historical documentation of one man's defiance against established norms, ultimately leading to his vilification and exile from the colony.
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