Poster 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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18x24 inch Poster Print

Step back in time with our exquisite Peter Stuyvesant lithograph from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This captivating image, brought to you by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, depicts the famous encounter between Peter Stuyvesant and Willem Wickendam. Witness the tense moment as Stuyvesant reprimands Wickendam for preaching a Baptist sermon, a pivotal moment in the history of New Amsterdam. Add this stunning piece to your home or office décor and bring a touch of rich, historical detail to your space.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
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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