Frontispiece. History of France.

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• ARTIST: Henry Singleton

• PUBLISHER: Published by J. Stewart & Co., Philadelphia, Pa. Dec. 9, 1796.

• MEDIUM: Line & stipple engraving,

  DATE: 1796.

• EDITION SIZE: Image size 8 13/16 x 6 13/16" (22.4 x 17.2 cm).

• DESCRIPTION: Under text "Time breaking the Clouds which had obscured the Genius of France who is sitting between Justice & Mercy - On her right hand is Vigilance near to whom sits History - On her left is Strength." Lower left "Singleton delin." Lower left "Bowes [Joseph Bowes] Sculp." <br><br> Henry Singleton's Frontispiece. History of France (1796) is an allegorical engraving that serves as the opening illustration for a historical account of France. The composition is rich with symbolism, featuring classical figures and regal iconography that reflect France’s monarchy, military power, and cultural heritage. A central female personification, possibly representing France or History itself, gestures toward a grand scene of historical events unfolding in the background. She may be accompanied by cherubs, scrolls, or other emblems of knowledge and record-keeping. Singleton’s work captures the grandeur and turbulence of French history, rendered in the neoclassical style prevalent in the late 18th century.

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 11 x 14 inch mat for handling.

• CONDITION: Good condition, with a small stain visible in the image. Professionally drum mounted by a previous collector. Visible center fold line

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• CATEGORIES: 18th-19th Century Subjects , Mythology & Allegory