Allegory of America 1640 - 1687

Louis Licherie de Beurie's *Allegory of America* (1640-1687), a red chalk drawing, depicts a female figure representing America riding in a chariot pulled by lions and led by another female figure holding an olive branch. This allegorical piece uses classical symbolism to represent the new world, highlighting the promise of peace and prosperity in America. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this delicate drawing, a fine example of Beurie’s artistry.