Greetings Card : Title page from Cooks first voyage, 1768-1771
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Title page from Cooks first voyage, 1768-1771
Title page from Illustrations of the Botany of New Zealand during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Commissioned by Sir Joseph Banks and Dr Solander
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1743 1820 18th Century Australasia Banks Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Documentation Endeavour First New Zealand Sir Joseph Sir Joseph Banks Solander Title Title Page Voyage 1768 1771 Volume
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the rich history of exploration with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This particular design features the title page from "Illustrations of the Botany of New Zealand during Captain James Cook's first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771." Commissioned by Sir Joseph Banks and Dr. Solander from Mary Evans Prints Online, this stunning image offers a glimpse into the groundbreaking voyage that expanded the world's knowledge of the natural wonders of the Pacific. Add a touch of history and adventure to your correspondence with this captivating greeting card.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking title page, taken from the "Illustrations of the Botany of New Zealand," documents Captain James Cook's groundbreaking first voyage across the Pacific Ocean from 1768 to 1771. Commissioned by Sir Joseph Banks and Dr. Daniel Solander, the publication was a result of the scientific expedition aboard the HMS Endeavour. The voyage, which marked the first European contact with New Zealand and Australia, led to significant advancements in the fields of botany, geography, and cartography. The title page features elegant script, with the title "Botany of New Zealand" prominently displayed, accompanied by the dates of the voyage and the names of its esteemed commissioners. The image of a plant, likely native to the region, is depicted in the upper left corner, symbolizing the botanical discoveries made during the expedition. The intricate design and attention to detail are characteristic of the 18th century, reflecting the meticulous nature of the scientific documentation produced during this period. Captain Cook's first voyage was a pivotal moment in the exploration and discovery of the Pacific, leading to the expansion of European knowledge and influence in the region. The publication of the "Illustrations of the Botany of New Zealand" served as a testament to the scientific achievements of the voyage, and remains an important historical record to this day.
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