Europe from a set of The Four Continents 1781 - 1791

"Europe" is part of a series of tapestries depicting the four continents by Jean-Jacques François Le Barbier, a French painter and tapestry designer. Created between 1781 and 1791, the work showcases the allegorical representation of the continent, with figures symbolizing various aspects of European culture, such as trade and artistic achievements. The tapestry's grand scale and detailed composition highlight the artistic and cultural influence of Europe during the late 18th century. This tapestry now resides at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.