Fishing scene in a harbour landscape
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Fishing scene in a harbour landscape
Drawing 29 from the Watling Collection titled A New South Wales native sticking fish while his wife is employed fishing with hooks and lines in her canoe by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797
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18th Century Aboriginal Aborigine Australasia Behaviour Indigenous People Native People Spear Thomas Watling Watling
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A captivating drawing from the esteemed Watling Collection, titled "A New South Wales native sticking fish while his wife is employed fishing with hooks and lines in her canoe by Port Jackson," offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of the Indigenous people of Australia during the late 18th century. The scene unfolds at Port Jackson Harbour, where a native man skillfully wields a spear to catch fish in the clear, shallow waters. His wife, an Aboriginal woman, is intently focused on her own fishing endeavors, using hooks and lines in her canoe nearby. The intricate details of the drawing, executed by an unknown Port Jackson Painter, reveal the couple's deep connection to their environment and the essential role that fishing played in their subsistence lifestyle. The couple's attire, consisting of minimal clothing made from animal hides, further emphasizes their adaptation to the Australian climate and terrain. This illustration, created between 1788 and 1797, provides valuable insight into the behaviors and customs of the Indigenous people of New South Wales during the early colonial period. The Watling Collection, which is now housed at the Mitchell Library in Sydney, is an invaluable resource for those studying the history of Australia and its Indigenous peoples. The drawing's composition, with the couple working in harmony to provide for their family, highlights the communal nature of Indigenous Australian society and their deep respect for the natural world. The serene harbour landscape, dotted with boats and other signs of human activity, underscores the rich cultural history of the region and the enduring bond between its people and the land.
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