George Washington Portrait Engraving
France, 1780 - After Michel-Honoré Bounieu; engraved by Justus Chevillet - Frame: 19¾ x 15¾ inches; sight: 17¼ x 13¼ inches
 
A scarce Revolutionary-era engraving depicting George Washington titled “Supreme Commander of the United States of America / Généralissime des États-Unis de l’Amérique.” After a composition by Michel-Honoré Bounieu and engraved by Justus Chevillet, the print reflects the growing prominence of Washington’s image in European circles during the American War of Independence.
 
Produced for a Continental audience, such engravings illustrate the international recognition of Washington’s leadership and the broader ideological significance of the American cause.
 
Condition: Excellent; wide margins.