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La Salle Driving the First Bolt for the Griffin, January 26th 1679
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La Salle Driving the First Bolt for the Griffin, January 26th 1679
5857890 La Salle Driving the First Bolt for the Griffin, January 26th 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 37.8x56.3 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: The expedition arrived at the mouth of the Chippeway River, 4 miles above Niagara falls, 26th January 1679.
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 where the Iroquois had a well-established portage route bypassing rapids (later called Niagara Falls)); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22767662
© Bridgeman Images
American Indian Americas Amerindian Expansion Expedition Foundations Griffon Indigenous Land Lasalle Native America North American Indian Ontario Shipbuilding Territorial Tonti Tonty Tribe America Continent Canadians
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The captivating painting "La Salle Driving the First Bolt for the Griffin, January 26th 1679" by George Catlin takes us back to a pivotal moment in history. The artwork depicts French explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle and his Italian lieutenant Henri de Tonti as they embark on an ambitious expedition in North America. In this scene, we witness the birth of a remarkable ship called the Griffin. La Salle stands tall and determined, driving the first bolt into its foundation while surrounded by native American villagers observing with curiosity. The ship's construction took place at the mouth of Chippeway River, just above Niagara Falls. This painting not only captures a significant event but also symbolizes European expansion into new territories during colonial times. It showcases the collaboration between different cultures as indigenous people provided valuable knowledge about their land to aid in shipbuilding. Catlin's meticulous brushstrokes bring to life every detail of this historical moment: from the lush landscape surrounding them to the intricate design of the ship itself. Through this artwork, we are transported back in time and reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of exploration and discovery. Displayed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, "La Salle Driving the First Bolt for the Griffin" serves as a testament to human ingenuity and cross-cultural exchange that shaped North America's history forever.
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