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Baptism of Pocahontas, Jamestown, Virginia, 1613 (colour litho)
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Baptism of Pocahontas, Jamestown, Virginia, 1613 (colour litho)
8656098 Baptism of Pocahontas, Jamestown, Virginia, 1613 (colour litho) by Chapman, John Gadsby (1808-89) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baptism of Pocahontas, Jamestown, Virginia, 1613. After a painting in the royunda of the Capitol, Washington DC, USA. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
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The Baptism of Pocahontas in Jamestown, Virginia in 1613 is a momentous event captured in this stunning colour lithograph by John Gadsby Chapman. The image depicts the young Native American woman, Pocahontas, being baptized into Christianity by a priest in front of a church. This historical scene symbolizes the collision of two worlds - that of the indigenous peoples of North America and the European colonizers.
The painting from which this print is based can be found in the rotunda of the Capitol building in Washington DC, highlighting its significance as a piece of American history. The postcard format adds to its charm as a collectible item from the early 20th century.
The colours used in this lithograph bring to life the solemnity and beauty of this moment, with Pocahontas standing out as a figure bridging two cultures. The presence of religious symbols such as the stoup and benediction further emphasize the theme of conversion and colonialism.
This artwork serves as a reminder of both the complex history and cultural exchange that took place during America's early colonial period. It captures a pivotal moment where faith, tradition, and identity intersected on American soil.
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