91 William Hodges (1744–1797) & William Byrne (1743–1805) – View in the Island of New Caledonia – Engraving (1777)
This detailed engraving, drawn from nature by William Hodges and engraved by William Byrne, presents a comprehensive "VIEW IN THE ISLAND OF NEW CALEDONIA." The landscape captures a rich array of native vegetation, including prominent trees and dense mangroves. In the middle ground, traditional island structures, including a distinctive beehive-shaped hut, are visible. Two figures are depicted, engaged in an activity near the structures. The foreground includes various native birds, such as a large wading bird and ducks. This print serves as a significant historical document from Captain Cook's second voyage, offering early European visual impressions of New Caledonia's environment and its inhabitants.
William Hodges was a distinguished English landscape painter who gained renown as the official artist on Captain James Cook's second voyage to the Pacific (1772-1775). His drawings provided crucial visual documentation of the landscapes and peoples encountered.
William Byrne was a notable English landscape engraver, known for his fine line work. He was one of the key engravers who translated Hodges's on-site observations into detailed plates for the official accounts of Cook's voyages, contributing significantly to the dissemination of geographical and ethnographic knowledge in 18th-century Europe.
Artist or Maker: William Hodges (Delineator), William Byrne (Engraver)
Dimensions: Approximately 25 cm x 35 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: 1777
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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