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Canoes of various islands visited and discovered by the Waak
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Canoes of various islands visited and discovered by the Waak
Canoes from the Lord Howe Islands, the Admiralty Islands and the Duke of York Islands. Drawing number 29 from the George Raper Drawing Collection held within the Natural History Museum, London
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1768 1797 1790 18th Century Admiralty Australasia Canoe Discovered George Raper Great Britain Howe Jackson Norfolk Raper Sirius
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This print, drawn by George Raper in the late 18th century, showcases a collection of Waak canoes, traditional boats from the Lord Howe Islands, the Admiralty Islands, and the Duke of York Islands. The Waak was a vital means of transportation for the native peoples of the Pacific, enabling them to navigate the vast waters between the islands. The image, drawn from the George Raper Collection held within the Natural History Museum in London, offers a glimpse into the maritime history of the Pacific during the era of European exploration. The canoes depicted in the drawing were likely visited and discovered by European explorers during the period of 1768 to 1797. One canoe in the foreground bears the distinctive emblem of the HMS Sirius, a British Royal Navy vessel that was active in the Pacific during this time. The Sirius, under the command of Captain John Hunter, visited Norfolk Island in 1788, where it is believed that the first European settlement in Australia was established. Another canoe in the print bears the crest of the Admiralty, indicating that it was likely used by British naval personnel. The presence of these European symbols on the canoes suggests that they had been encountered and documented by European explorers. The intricate details of the canoes' construction and decoration are beautifully rendered in the drawing, providing a valuable record of the traditional boat-building techniques of the Pacific Islands. This print offers a fascinating insight into the rich cultural and historical connections between Great Britain, Australia, and the Pacific Islands during the 18th century.
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