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Outrigger canoe of Easter Island (Rapa Nui)
Outrigger canoe of Easter Island (Rapa Nui). Illustration by Blondela from Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage. Copperplate engraving by Dell Acqua handcoloured Lazaretti from Giovanni Battista Sonzognos Collection of the Most Interesting Voyages (Raccolta de Viaggi Piu Interessanti), Milan, 1815-1817
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Media ID 23208596
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Battista Canoe Dellacqua Francois Giovanni Interessanti Interesting Lazaretti Milan Most Natives Outrigger Raccolta Rapa Sonzogno Travels Viaggi Voyages Pirogue
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the mystical allure of Easter Island's rich cultural heritage into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring an intricately detailed illustration of an Outrigger Canoe from the enchanting lands of Rapa Nui, this captivating print is sourced from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online. Originally a copperplate engraving by Dell' Acqua, hand-coloured by Lazaretti from Jean Francois Laperouse's Voyage, this timeless piece is now available in a vibrant and textured canvas format. Add a touch of adventure and history to your living space and let the stories of the ancient Polynesian seafarers inspire you every day.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Voyage of Discovery: The Outrigger Canoe of Easter Island (Rapa Nui) as Depicted in Jean Francois La Perouse's Expedition" This image showcases an intricately detailed representation of an Easter Island (Rapa Nui) outrigger canoe, as illustrated by Blondela from Jean Francois La Perouse's Voyage. The copperplate engraving, hand-colored by Lazaretti, is part of Giovanni Battista Sonzogno's Collection of the Most Interesting Voyages (Raccolta de Viaggi Piu Interessanti), published in Milan between 1815 and 1817. The outrigger canoe, a traditional watercraft used by the native Rapa Nui people, is a testament to their remarkable seafaring abilities. The canoe's sleek design, featuring a single hull supported by a large outrigger on one side, is expertly rendered in this illustration. The meticulous attention to detail is evident in the carved decorations adorning the canoe, as well as the intricate rigging and the skillful depiction of the native paddlers. Jean Francois La Perouse's expedition, which took place between 1785 and 1788, was one of the most significant voyages of exploration during the Age of Discovery. La Perouse's ships, the Astrolabe and the Boussole, visited various Pacific islands, including Easter Island, where they documented the local culture and people. This illustration, created from their observations, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering valuable insights into the lives of the Rapa Nui people and their remarkable seafaring traditions. This image not only showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of the Easter Island outrigger canoe but also serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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