Peter Stuyvesant Collection

Peter Stuyvesant tearing up the letter demanding the surrender of New Amsterdam
5312094 Peter Stuyvesant tearing up the letter demanding the surrender of New Amsterdam; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Peter Stuyvesant tearing up the letter demanding the surrender of New)

Signature of Peter Stuyvesant, c.?1612 - 1672, aka Petrus. Last Dutch Director-General of the colony of New Netherland
2603486 Signature of Peter Stuyvesant, c.?1612 - 1672, aka Petrus. Last Dutch Director-General of the colony of New Netherland from 1647 until it was ceded provisionally to the English in 1664

Peter Stuyvesant
3586181 Peter Stuyvesant; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Peter Stuyvesant (1612-1672) the last Dutch director-general of the colony of New Netherland

Peter Stuyvesant's Bowery house, called Great Bouwerie, in what is now present day Manhattan, America
2907826 Peter Stuyvesant's Bowery house, called Great Bouwerie, in what is now present day Manhattan, America. Peter Stuyvesant, c.1612--1672

Peter Stuyvesant, c.?1612 - 1672, aka Petrus. Last Dutch Director-General of the colony of New Netherland from 1647
2603487 Peter Stuyvesant, c.?1612 - 1672, aka Petrus. Last Dutch Director-General of the colony of New Netherland from 1647 until it was ceded provisionally to the English in 1664

Collier's Greater New York, Petrus Stuyvesant, Governor of New Amsterdam, 1647, January 25, 1902, Price Ten Cents, c1902. [Publisher: Harper Publications; Place: New York]

Stuyvesants Great House, c. 1936. Creator: George Stonehill
Stuyvesants Great House, c. 1936

House of Peter Stuyvesant, c. 1936. Creator: George Stonehill
House of Peter Stuyvesant, c. 1936

Peter Stuyvesant Garden, c. 1936. Creator: George Stonehill
Peter Stuyvesant Garden, c. 1936. (Note on the image: The Stuyvesant Garden from the Castello Plan, 1660)

The fall of New Amsterdam, 1932 (print)
3617898 The fall of New Amsterdam, 1932 (print) by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Print shows Peter Stuyvesant (1592-1672)

Peter Stuyvesant and the pig tail (engraving)
3643536 Peter Stuyvesant and the pig tail (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Stuyvesant and the pig tail)

Peter Stuyvesant, Director-General of New Netherland (litho)
3622408 Peter Stuyvesant, Director-General of New Netherland (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Stuyvesant, Director-General of New Netherland)

Peter Stuyvesant (engraving)
654763 Peter Stuyvesant (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Stuyvesant. Illustration from Cassells History of the United States by Edward Ollier)

The Terrific Combat between General Risingh and Peter Stuyvesant before Fort Christina (colour litho)
668730 The Terrific Combat between General Risingh and Peter Stuyvesant before Fort Christina (colour litho) by American School

Peter Stuyvesants House (litho)
3643802 Peter Stuyvesants House (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Stuyvesants House)

Peter Stuyvesants house (litho)
3643784 Peter Stuyvesants house (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Stuyvesants house)

Governor Stuyvesant destroying the summons to surrender New York, 1664 (engraving)
981675 Governor Stuyvesant destroying the summons to surrender New York, 1664 (engraving) by Powell, William Henry (1823-79) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Vigilant Stuyvesants Wall Street Gate, 1863. Creator: John Quidor
The Vigilant Stuyvesants Wall Street Gate, 1863

Portrait of Peter Stuyvesant, in armour and skull-cap, 1647, (1937). Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Peter Stuyvesant, Governor of New York Colony, showing armour and a black skull-cap, 1647, (1937). Peter Stuyvesant ((1592-1672)

Governor Stuyvesant Destroying The Summons To Surrender, (1877). Creator: Unknown
Governor Stuyvesant Destroying The Summons To Surrender, (1877). Dutch soldier and colonial administrator Peter Stuyvesant (c1612-1672)

Peter Stuyvesant, Dutch soldier and colonial administrator, c1660 (c1880). Artist: Whymper
Peter Stuyvesant, Dutch soldier and colonial administrator, c1660 (c1880). Stuyvesant (c1612-1672) was the last Director-General of the Dutch North American colony of Hew Netherland

Peter Stuyvesant in New Amsterdam
Governor Stuyvesant haranguing citizens of New Amsterdam, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

New Netherland surrendered to the English, 1664
Dutch governor Peter Stuyvesant marching out of New Amsterdam, 1664. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

New Years Calls in the Days of Peter Stuyvesant, Governor of New Amsterdam (New York)

PUSA2A-00071
Peter Stuyvesant at Fort Orange ( now Albany), New Netherland, 1648. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Peter Stuyvesant, a prominent figure in New York's history, is remembered for his influential role as the Director-General of New Netherland. His legacy lives on through various depictions and landmarks that showcase his significance. One such landmark is Stuyvesant's Great House, captured beautifully in a photograph taken by George Stonehill around 1936. This grand residence stands as a testament to Stuyvesant's wealth and power during his time. Another notable depiction of Stuyvesant can be found in an engraving titled "Peter Stuyvesant and the pigtail. " This artwork showcases his distinctive appearance, with a long pigtail hairstyle that was fashionable at the time. Stuyvesant's Garden, also photographed by George Stonehill in 1936, offers a glimpse into the natural beauty surrounding his estate. It serves as a reminder of his appreciation for nature and horticulture. The fall of New Amsterdam is depicted in a print from 1932. This event marked the end of Dutch rule in present-day New York City but solidified Peter Stuyvesant's place in history as its last Dutch governor. As seen in lithographs and engravings, Governor Stuyvesant was known for his strong leadership and determination. One such image shows him destroying the summons to surrender New York during the British takeover in 1664. A color lithograph titled "The Terrific Combat between General Risingh and Peter Stuyvesant before Fort Christina" highlights one of many battles fought under Stuyvesant's command. These conflicts shaped early American history while showcasing his military prowess. Stunning lithographs capture both exterior views of Peter Stuyvesants' house, emphasizing its architectural elegance. These images provide insight into how he lived and further emphasize his status within society. Lastly, John Quidor immortalized Governor Stuyvesants' influence with "The Vigilant Stuyvesants Wall Street Gate" in 1863.