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Sociable Encounters at the Monolithic Giants: Easter Island's Enigmatic Statues

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About the Item

Image title: "Chile: Inhabitants and monuments of Easter Island." Publsihed: 1797, based on a drawing from 1786 Title: "Sociable Encounters at the Monolithic Giants: Easter Island's Enigmatic Statues" This evocative 1797 engraving, based on a drawing from 1786, captures a lively scene among the inhabitants of Easter Island, set against the backdrop of its enigmatic monolithic statues, known as moai. The print, a product of the Age of Exploration, commemorates the Pacific expedition of the renowned French explorer Jean-François de Galoup, Comte de La Pérouse. It reflects a moment where cultures intersect, with the islanders and the European explorers depicted in a harmonious social gathering, surrounded by the towering figures that have long stood as silent witnesses to Easter Island's rich history. The detailed imagery serves as a historical narrative, chronicling La Pérouse's admiration for the work of James Cook and his own contributions to the French exploration of the Pacific, driven by a quest for knowledge and a desire to extend France's maritime and commercial reach.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1797
  • Condition:
    Good condition. Some minor wear due to age and handling. Study the image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13597-371stDibs: LU3054337748532

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