Created on 2024-11-18

This image is an etching or engraving that depicts a historic scene of a group of European settlers and Native Americans gathered outdoors. The Europeans are dressed in clothing typical of the late 17th century, with several men wearing long coats, knee breeches, and broad-brimmed hats. They stand on the right side of the image, appearing to engage in a peaceful exchange with a group of Native Americans who are seated or standing on the left. The Native Americans are wearing a variety of garments, some with feather headdresses, and many are depicted with various ornaments. Some are seated on the ground while others are standing. The overall demeanor of the gathering is that of calm negotiation or treaty, with some individuals gesturing as if in discussion. In the background is a pastoral setting that includes European-style buildings with gabled roofs, suggesting a colonial settlement. Trees and foliage frame the scene, creating a sense of the encounter taking place in a clearing. The sky is overcast, and the attention to detail in the engraving gives the image a sense of texture and depth. At the bottom of the image, the caption provides historical context, indicating that the scene represents William Penn's treaty with the Native Americans when he founded the province of Pennsylvania in North America. The date 1681 is mentioned, along with markings that suggest the names of the artist and the engraver, as well as a reference to where the piece may have been originally published or sold.

Created on 2024-11-18

The image depicts a historical scene of William Penn's treaty with the Native Americans when he founded the Province of Pennsylvania in North America in 1681. The scene shows a large group of people gathered outdoors, including a mix of Native Americans and European colonists. They appear to be engaged in a negotiation or signing of an agreement, with William Penn, wearing traditional colonial attire, shaking hands with a Native American leader. The image is rendered in an engraved style, with detailed depictions of the various figures, buildings, and natural landscape elements.