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Navigation, Lower Caroline Islands, Lukunor Group, 19th century. Creators: Alexander Postels, Victor Adam
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Navigation, Lower Caroline Islands, Lukunor Group, 19th century. Creators: Alexander Postels, Victor Adam
Navigation, Lower Caroline Islands, Lukunor Group, 19th century. One of 65 lithographs that were included in the volume of maps published after the round-the-world voyage of the corvette Seniavin commissioned by Tsar Nicholas I and carried out in 1826-29 under the command of Captain Fedor Litke (the Russian version of the name of Count Friedrich Lu¨tke, a Baltic German). The expedition began in Kronstadt (the main imperial Russian naval base near Saint Petersburg where Russian circumnavigations typically began and ended); it then traveled around Cape Horn to the Pacific Ocean. This voyage was one of many Russian scientific naval surveys in the first part of the 19th century
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Navigation, Lower Caroline Islands, Lukunor Group," takes us back to the 19th century and offers a glimpse into the world of exploration and cultural exchange. Created by Alexander Postels and Victor Adam as part of a volume of maps published after the round-the-world voyage of the corvette Seniavin commissioned by Tsar Nicholas I, this print is one of 65 lithographs that document their remarkable journey.
The expedition led by Captain Fedor Litke embarked from Kronstadt, Russia's main naval base near Saint Petersburg. After traversing Cape Horn, they ventured into the vast Pacific Ocean. This particular voyage was just one among many scientific naval surveys conducted by Russia during this era.
In this image, we witness a meeting between European explorers and local inhabitants in Lukunor Chuuk Micronesia Oceania. The lithograph captures an important moment of interaction between different cultures – indigenous people with their rich heritage and traditions coming face-to-face with foreign visitors seeking knowledge about distant lands.
The attention to detail in this lithographic artwork is truly remarkable. Every line and shade brings life to each figure present – men engaged in navigation activities on traditional boats while others observe curiously from afar. Through this piece, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the spirit of discovery that characterized these expeditions.
Preserved within the Library of Congress' collection, this print stands as a testament to both artistic skill and historical significance. It serves as a reminder not only of past exploration but also highlights the importance of understanding diverse cultures through ethnography and anthropology.
As we gaze upon "Navigation, Lower Caroline Islands," let us appreciate its ability to bridge gaps between continents and centuries – reminding us that curiosity knows no boundaries when it comes to exploring our world's wonders.
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