7353 William Hodges (1744–1797) – Meeting with the Natives of New Zealand – Engraving
This engraving is a historical and topographical view of a scene of contact between European explorers and local inhabitants. The print, drawn and engraved by William Hodges, depicts a large group of people gathered on a hilly shoreline. A small boat carrying the ship's crew is shown approaching the shore, with two larger sailing ships anchored in the bay behind them. A plume of smoke rises from a fire in the distance. The work is from the official account of Captain James Cook's second voyage, serving as a visual record of the expedition's encounters.
William Hodges was a prominent English landscape painter and the official artist on Captain James Cook's second voyage. He was tasked with documenting the places, peoples, and natural history encountered during the expedition. His work is significant not only for its historical value but also for its contribution to British landscape painting, influencing the Romantic movement with his depictions of distant, exotic lands.
Artist or Maker: William Hodges
Dimensions: Approximately 25 x 38 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.
| Värdering | 300 - 400 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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