Choris Collection

ALEUT HUNTER, 1816. An Aleut hunter wearing a wooden peaked hat, in the Bering Sea. Watercolor, 1816, by Louis Choris

Native woman of Easter Island or Rapa Nui. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature, The South Sea Islands, Ackermann, 1824

Native woman of Hawaii (Sandwich Islands)
Native woman of Hawaii (Sandwich Islander). Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature: The South Sea Islands, Ackermann, London, 1824

Kadoo, a native of the Caroline Islands, with elongated earlobes, necklace and tattoos. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature, The South Sea Islands, Ackermann

Labeleoa, Chief of the Utrik Atoll, Marshall Islands
Labeleoa, Chief of the Utrik Atoll (Kotousoff Islands), Marshall Islands. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature, The South Sea Islands, Ackermann, 1824

Native man of Hawaii (Sandwich Islander). Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature: The South Sea Islands, Ackermann, London, 1824

Native man of Easter Island or Rapa Nui. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature, The South Sea Islands, Ackermann, 1824

Rarick, chief of the Island of Otdia (Radack
Rarick, chief of the Island of Otdia (Wotje Atoll, Radack Chain, Marshall Islands). With headdress of shells and flowers, rolled green-leaf earrings, necklace and tattoos

Nomahanna, c1805-1828. Artist: Ludwig Choris
Nomahanna, c1805-1828. Found in the collection of the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, Honolulu

Kings Temple in the Bay of Tiritatea, c1746-1830. Artist: Ludwig Choris
Kings Temple in the Bay of Tiritatea, c1746-1830. Found in the collection of the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, Honolulu

Kamehameha I, c1770-1819. Artist: Ludwig Choris
Kamehameha I, Hawaii, 19th century. Found in the collection of the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, Honolulu

Chief Kalanimoku, 1816. Artist: Ludwig Choris
Chief Kalanimoku, 1816. Served as a regent with Kaahumanu after the death of Kamehameha I and was an important figure in Hawaii. Found in the collection of the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, Honolulu

Kamehameha I, Hawaii, 1816 Artist: Ludwig Choris
Kamehameha I, Hawaii, 1816. Also known as Kamehameha the Great. Found in the collection of the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, Honolulu

TULE REED BOAT, 1816. Coast Miwok Native Americans paddling a tule reed boat on San Francisco Bay, off the coast of California, 1816. Lithograph, French, 1822, after a drawing by Louis Choris

Two men hula dancing, Hawaiian themed art, circa 1816
Two men hula dancing, after Choris, Hawaiian themed art, circa 1816; Artwork

Journey of Otto von Kotzebue exploring the Pacific Ocean (1815-1818). Indigenous inhabitants of Easter Island. Illustration by Louis Choris in Voyage dans le Pacifique. Plate XI

CALIFORNIA: MISSION, c1816. Costumes le Dance de Guerra (Costumes of the War Dance). California Native Americans at a Spanish mission. Watercolor and pencil by Louis Choris, 1816

A view of the Presidio at San Francisco in the fall of 1816. Colored lithograph, French, 1822
PRESIDIO OF SAN FRANCISCO. A view of the Presidio at San Francisco in the fall of 1816. Colored lithograph, French, 1822, after a drawing by Louis Choris

Coconut palm tree (cocos nucifera), drawing by Choris, 1822
History of Exploration, 19th century. Island of St. Catherine, Brazil. Coconut palm. Drawing by Choris. From Kotzebues journey, circa 1822

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"Exploring the Pacific: A Glimpse into Choris' Captivating Art" Step back in time to 1816, as we embark on a visual journey through the eyes of Louis Choris, an Aleut hunter turned artist. His watercolor masterpiece captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes. Join Otto von Kotzebue's expedition across the vast Bering Sea, where an Aleut hunter dons a wooden peaked hat with pride. The intricate details of his attire reflect both functionality and tradition, revealing the resilience of these indigenous people. Venturing further into paradise, we encounter a native woman from Hawaii's Sandwich Islands. Her radiant smile embodies warmth and hospitality that have become synonymous with this tropical haven. Choris skillfully portrays her gracefulness against a backdrop of lush greenery and azure waters. As our exploration continues, Kadoo emerges from the Caroline Islands—a figure shrouded in mystery. His enigmatic gaze hints at ancient wisdom passed down through generations on these remote islands. Through Choris' brushstrokes, we catch a glimpse into their captivating culture. Traveling westward to Marshall Islands brings us face-to-face with Labeleoa—the esteemed chief of Utrik Atoll. Adorned in traditional regalia symbolizing power and authority, he stands tall amidst palm trees swaying gently in harmony with ocean breezes—an embodiment of island life's tranquility. Returning to Hawaii's shores once more reveals another facet of its vibrant tapestry—a native man exuding strength and dignity etched onto his features by years spent navigating volcanic terrain and bountiful seas for sustenance. This portrait encapsulates resilience ingrained within Hawaiian heritage. Easter Island or Rapa Nui beckons us next—its mystique captured effortlessly by Choris' artistry. A native woman gazes pensively towards horizons unknown while embodying ancestral wisdom that has shaped this enigmatic island's history.