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The "Blackbirders"in the Solomon Islands (colour litho)
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The "Blackbirders"in the Solomon Islands (colour litho)
6011194 The " Blackbirders" in the Solomon Islands (colour litho) by Hardy, Norman (1864-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Blackbirders" in the Solomon Islands. Illustration for The Savage South Seas described by E Way Elkington (A&C Black, 1907).); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "The 'Blackbirders' in the Solomon Islands" by Norman Hardy takes us back to a significant chapter in history. The image, rendered beautifully through colour lithography, transports us to the early 20th century, specifically the 1900s. It depicts a scene from E Way Elkington's book "The Savage South Seas" shedding light on an important aspect of Oceania's past. In this illustration, we witness the haunting reality of blackbirding in the Solomon Islands. Blackbirding refers to the practice of forcibly recruiting Pacific Islanders as laborers during colonial times. The image serves as a visual testament to this dark period, where unsuspecting islanders were captured and exploited for their labor. Hardy's attention to detail brings forth a sense of realism and urgency within this piece. We can almost feel the tension emanating from those caught in this web of exploitation. Their expressions tell stories of fear and desperation while highlighting their resilience against adversity. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, it is crucial that we reflect on its significance and remember those who suffered under such oppressive systems. This artwork acts as a reminder that history should not be forgotten but rather learned from so that similar injustices are never repeated again.
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