Napkin with the five continents
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
Linen damask napkin with the five continents. Central field: In the center, within an octagonal, an oval, and a lobed frame, three crowned female figures are seated, accompanied by an ox. Broad borders with two scenes placed on the sides, separated by entwined columns; repeated in pairs opposite each other, namely EUROPE, AMERICA and AFRICA, ASIA; at the corners and diagonally placed AUSTRALIA. Depictions of the population and indigenous animal species for each continent, such as ox, bison, camel, elephant, and kangaroo. The columns stand on and are supported by a straight band, upon which towards the center still lifes with fruits; towards the sides the inscriptions. Around: block border.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
