Canvas Print : Aboriginal man armed for combat
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Aboriginal man armed for combat
Drawing 50 from the Watling Collection titled A Native of New South Wales equipt for Fight by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797
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18th Century Aboriginal Aborigine Armed Australasia Combat Indigenous People Native People Spear Thomas Watling Watling Sheild
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Experience the rich cultural history of Australia with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, titled "Aboriginal man armed for combat," is a rare and authentic representation from the Watling Collection, created between 1788 and 1797 by an unidentified Port Jackson Painter, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring the intricate details and vibrant colors of this historic drawing to life, making it a beautiful and thought-provoking addition to any home or office decor. Embrace the power of art to tell a story and celebrate the diverse heritage of Australia with this extraordinary piece."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking 18th century drawing, titled "A Native of New South Wales equipt for Fight" from the Watling Collection, offers a powerful and poignant glimpse into the lives of the Indigenous people of Australia during the early colonial period. The Aboriginal man depicted in the illustration is shown armed for combat, holding a large spear in one hand and a shield in the other. His intense gaze and muscular physique convey a sense of strength, determination, and resilience in the face of the encroaching European settlers. The drawing, created by an anonymous artist known as the Port Jackson Painter, is believed to have been produced between 1788 and 1797. At the time, the British had recently established a penal colony in New South Wales, and contact between Indigenous Australians and Europeans was becoming more frequent. The illustration provides an important record of the traditional weapons and equipment used by Indigenous Australians during this period. The Watling Collection, which includes this drawing, is a valuable resource for scholars and historians studying the history of Australia and its Indigenous peoples. The collection, which is held by the National Library of Australia, contains a wealth of rare and unique materials related to the early colonial period, including maps, charts, and illustrations. The image of the Aboriginal man armed for combat serves as a powerful reminder of the complex and often fraught relationship between Indigenous Australians and European settlers during this period. It also underscores the importance of preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples, both in Australia and around the world.
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