Natives of New Guinea, 1643
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Natives of New Guinea, 1643
Natives of New Guinea. 17th century artwork of three men from the Bismarck Archipelago, New Guinea, paddling an outrigger canoe. The canoe has ornate bow and stern carvings, and the man at left is using a conch shell as a trumpet. Dutch text is across bottom. This drawing was made during the 1642-1643 voyage made by the Dutch navigator and explorer Abel Tasman (1603-1659), and financed by the Dutch East India Company (VOC). This archipelago had first been visited by the Dutch explorer Willem Schouten in 1616. This sketch by Tasman is from a book published in the Netherlands in the 1670s
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1600s 17th Century Age Of Discovery Anthropological Anthropology Blowing Boat Carvings Dutch Exploration Gods Indigenous Language Naked Natives New Guinea New Guinean Nude Pacific Paddle Paddling Pagan Religious Spear Spears Transport Transportation Travelling Trio Trumpet Vessel Warrior 1643 Abel Tasman Bismarck Archipelago Conch Shell Dutch East India Company Dutch Text Mono Chrome Outrigger Canoe Paddles Trumpeting Warriors
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 17th-century artwork, titled "Natives of New Guinea, 1643" offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and exploration of the Bismarck Archipelago. The monochrome print showcases three indigenous men from New Guinea paddling an outrigger canoe with remarkable craftsmanship. Adorned with intricate carvings on its bow and stern, the vessel is a testament to their artistic prowess. In this historical illustration by Dutch navigator Abel Tasman, financed by the renowned Dutch East India Company (VOC), we witness a moment frozen in time during his voyage from 1642-1643. The man positioned at the left adds an enchanting touch as he blows into a conch shell, using it as a trumpet to communicate or perhaps signal something significant. The image not only highlights transportation and geographical aspects but also delves into anthropology and religious practices of that era. These warriors are depicted holding spears, symbolizing their strength and readiness for any challenges they may face while traversing the vast Pacific Ocean. As we delve deeper into this artwork's details, it becomes apparent that it serves as both an anthropological record and an homage to exploration during the Age of Discovery. It invites us to contemplate how these natives interacted with their environment while maintaining their unique traditions. Overall, this print encapsulates history's essence through its portrayal of indigenous people navigating through uncharted waters—a visual reminder of our collective past intertwined with culture, adventure, and human resilience.
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