Metal Print : LA Perouse at Easter I
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LA Perouse at Easter I
Officers from the expedition measure the statues while the islanders pilfer their belongings
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1787 Easter Figures Measuring Monumental Pacific Perouse Sketching Visits
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the vibrant history of LA Perouse's Easter I expedition to your home or office with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring this captivating image of officers from the expedition measuring statues, while islanders discreetly pilfer their belongings, this print is an intriguing snapshot of history. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed image is expertly printed onto high-quality metal, ensuring a vivid and long-lasting display. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your space with this unique and captivating Metal Print.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a moment during the historic Easter I expedition led by French navigator Jean-Francois de Galaup, Comte de La Perouse, in 1787. The photograph depicts officers from the expedition measuring the monumental statues on Easter Island, while local islanders observe from a distance, some pilfering the explorers' belongings. The Easter I expedition was the first European exploration of the Pacific Islands, and La Perouse's voyage was one of the most ambitious of the era. The expedition set sail from Brest, France, in August 1785, and after a long and arduous journey, the ships arrived at Easter Island in April 1788. The islanders, who had lived in isolation for centuries, were fascinated by the Europeans and their technology. They welcomed the visitors with curiosity and sometimes with suspicion. The photograph shows the complex relationship between the two groups, with the officers attempting to document the island's cultural heritage while the islanders take advantage of the opportunity to acquire new possessions. The statues, known as moai, are an essential part of Easter Island's cultural heritage. They are believed to represent the ancestors of the islanders and were often placed on platforms called ahu. The measurement of the statues was an essential part of the expedition's mission, as it helped the explorers to understand the island's history and culture. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into a moment in history when two very different cultures came into contact for the first time. It is a reminder of the importance of preserving cultural heritage and the complexities of cross-cultural interactions. The image is a testament to the enduring allure of Easter Island and the fascination it continues to hold for people around the world.
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