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Labeleoa, Chief of the Utrik Atoll, Marshall Islands
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Labeleoa, Chief of the Utrik Atoll, Marshall Islands
Labeleoa, Chief of the Utrik Atoll (Kotousoff Islands), Marshall Islands. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature, The South Sea Islands, Ackermann, 1824. After an illustration by Louis Choris in Otto von Kotzebues Picturesque voyage around the world, 1822
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This hand-colored stipple engraving, titled "Labeleoa, Chief of the Utrik Atoll (Kotousoff Islands), Marshall Islands," is an exquisite depiction of Labeleoa, the esteemed chief of the Utrik Atoll in the Marshall Islands. The image, taken from Frederic Shoberl's "The World in Miniature: The South Sea Islands," was inspired by an original illustration by Louis Choris, as featured in Otto von Kotzebue's "Picturesque Voyage Around the World," published in 1822. The engraving showcases Labeleoa in traditional Marshallese attire, adorned with intricate tattoos and holding a ceremonial staff. Surrounded by lush greenery and the clear blue waters of the atoll, the chief exudes a sense of power and authority. The intricate details of the engraving, achieved through the stipple technique, bring the image to life and transport us to a far-off land. The Utrik Atoll, also known as the Kotousoff or Kutusoff Islands, is a coral atoll located in the Marshall Islands in the Pacific Ocean. The Marshall Islands were first explored by European voyagers in the early 19th century, and the encounter between Labeleoa and the European explorers is a significant moment in the history of these islands. This beautiful and historic image offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Marshall Islands and the important role of its leaders, like Labeleoa, in preserving their traditions and way of life.
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