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Launching of the Griffin. July 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas)
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Launching of the Griffin. July 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas)
5858114 Launching of the Griffin. July 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 37.8x56.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Henri de Tonti (1649/50-1704) Italian lieutenant to Rene-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle (1643-87) French explorer and fur trader in North America
The expedition built a ship at the mouth of the Chippeway River, 4 miles above Niagara falls, where the Iroquois had a portage route bypassing the rapids); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22562412
© Bridgeman Images
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Launching of the Griffin - A Historic Voyage into the Unknown
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. This oil on canvas print, created by George Catlin in 1847-48, depicts a significant moment in history - the launching of the Griffin. In July 1679, amidst breathtaking landscapes and untamed wilderness, this remarkable expedition took place under the leadership of French explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle. The painting showcases Henri de Tonti, an Italian lieutenant to La Salle, as he oversees the construction and launch of a ship at the mouth of Chippeway River. Located just four miles above Niagara Falls, this strategic location allowed for easier navigation through treacherous rapids via an Iroquois portage route. As we gaze upon this masterpiece housed in Washington DC's National Gallery of Art, we are transported back to a time when North America was still largely uncharted territory. The painting captures not only the determination and spirit of exploration but also pays homage to Native American tribes who inhabited these lands long before European settlers arrived. With its meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors that bring nature's beauty alive on canvas, Catlin's work immortalizes an important chapter in both American and Canadian history. It serves as a reminder that our continent's past is rich with tales of discovery and expansion. Join us on this visual journey through time as we witness the birth of adventure aboard The Griffin - a vessel that symbolizes bravery and curiosity in pursuit of new horizons.
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