Grou Collection

An Arcadian Landscape (oil on panel)
781644 An Arcadian Landscape (oil on panel) by Beschey, Jacob Andries (1710-86); 31.8x37.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eRafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Flemish, out of copyright

Natives of Tasmania (Van Diemens Land)
Natives of Tasmania, Van Diemens Land. Grou Agara, man with scarification on his chest and animal-skin cape, and Arra-Maida, woman with child on her back in kangaroo papoose

A Raja, or Hindu Prince, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478533 A Raja, or Hindu Prince, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radja ou prince Hindou, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Venus et les Amours (Venus and the Loves), 18th century. Creator: Rene Gaillard
Venus et les Amours (Venus and the Loves), 18th century. After Francois Boucher

La Majeste Royale. n. d. Creator: Jean Duvet
La Majeste Royale.n.d

The Dragon with two Horns and the Beast with Seven, from the Apocalypse. n. d
The Dragon with two Horns and the Beast with Seven, from the Apocalypse.n.d

Melchizadek Offering Bread and Wine to Abraham, ca. 1547

Plate 7: Peleo et Talamone Argonauti condotti da Tetide, from The magnificent pageant on the Arno in Florence for the marriage of the Grand Duke

Scenery of Narumi in Edo Period, Painting, Woodcut, Japanese Wood Block Print
Asian, Bag, Carrying, Color Image, Domestic Life, Female, Females, Grou, Traditional Japanese Woodblocks, 79344744

Grand lady just dismounted from her horse
A grand lady who has just dismounted from her horse and is entering her mansion, watched by various awestruck adults and children. From R

Mendi (Mende) Dancing Girls, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1930s

Picture No. 10921885
Asian / Indian Elephant - family group. Corbett National Park, India. (Elephas maximus). Date:

Moose - males - Alaska
WAT-17902 Moose - males Alaska Alces alces M. Watson contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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"Grou: A Lost Culture, Exterminated by Colonists" In the vast landscapes of Van Diemen's Land, now known as Tasmania, a vibrant and ancient culture once thrived. The Grou people, natives of this island paradise, lived in harmony with nature for countless generations. Among them were remarkable individuals like Grou Aagara, a man adorned with scarification on his chest and draped in an animal-skin cape that spoke volumes about his status within the community. Arra-Maida was another extraordinary figure among the Grou people. She carried her child on her back in a kangaroo papoose—a testament to their deep connection to the land and its unique wildlife. These Tasmanian natives embraced their surroundings and found ingenious ways to coexist with nature. Tragically, this idyllic existence came crashing down when colonists arrived on these shores. The arrival of outsiders marked the beginning of an era filled with devastation for the Grou people. Their rich culture was systematically exterminated by those who sought to claim this land as their own. Meanwhile, far away in Sierra Leone's West Africa region, Mendi Dancing Girls celebrated their cultural heritage through mesmerizing dance rituals. They embodied resilience and strength amidst adversity—an echo of what the Grou people must have felt during their darkest days. As we delve into history further still, we encounter captivating art pieces like "An Arcadian Landscape. " This oil painting transports us to a serene world untouched by colonization—a stark contrast to what unfolded in Tasmania. The Raja depicted in "A Raja or Hindu Prince" reminds us that cultures across continents faced struggles against oppression throughout history—each unique yet interconnected narratives deserving recognition. Artistic masterpieces such as "Venus et les Amours" and "La Majeste Royale" offer glimpses into different eras while highlighting human creativity transcending time itself.