Boston Tea Party 1783

This etching, "Boston Tea Party", by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki depicts the famous event of 1773 where colonists dressed as Native Americans dumped tea into the harbor in protest against British taxation. Created in 1783, it shows the dramatic scene of the tea being thrown overboard, with ships in the background. The small size and detailed style are characteristic of Chodowiecki's work, which often focused on historical events. This etching is part of a larger series about the American Revolution, showing the historical and political significance of the event.