Eed van de Griek 1829 - 1835

"Le Serment du Grec," created between 1829 and 1835 by Karl Loeillot-Hartwig, depicts a scene of a man and woman taking an oath on a hilltop overlooking a harbor. The man, dressed in military attire, is extending his arm toward a decorated staff. The woman kneels beside him, her hand placed on the staff. The scene evokes the spirit of the Greek War of Independence, a period of intense struggle for freedom. This print, likely intended for a wider audience, captures the dramatic narrative of a people fighting for their liberty. The details of the scene, including the ships and distant fortress, add to the historical context of the artwork.