Amerique, from the playing cards (for quartets) "Costumes des Peuples Étrangers" 18th century

This anonymous 18th-century playing card depicts a Native American figure representing "Amerique." The figure wears a feathered headdress, holds a bow and arrow, and sits surrounded by tropical foliage. It is a colorful example of the "Costumes des Peuples Étrangers" series, which featured cards with figures representing various countries and cultures. This card, with its vivid imagery and unique subject matter, provides insight into European perceptions of the Americas during this era.