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Slave Trade Abolished 1806. Abolitionists used artwork such as this glass transfer print made in 1807 to commemorate the legal abolition of the slave trade. The print depicts a noble African Chieftain standing in front of a hut, while a message, “SLAVE TRADE abolished 1806,” is held with his right hand. Beside him is an Indian Princess, “America,” holding an American flag. To her right is a figure who appears to be George Washington.

Abolitionists used artwork such as this glass transfer print made in 1807 to commemorate the legal abolition of the slave trade. The print depicts a noble African Chieftain standing in front of a hut, while a message, “SLAVE TRADE abolished 1806,” is held with his right hand. Beside him is an Indian Princess, “America,” holding an American flag. To her right is a figure who appears to be George Washington.

Origin:
London, England
Date:
1807
Item type:
Engraving

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