Photographic Print : Perouse / Easter Island
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Perouse / Easter Island
While friendly native girls amuse La Perouses crew, their companions take their hats and handkerchiefs
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Media ID 4347268
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1787 Amuse Companions Crew Easter Flirt Friendly Handkerchiefs Pacific Perouse
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring the enchanting allure of Easter Island into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of 'Perouse / Easter Island' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, taken in the late 18th century, depicts native girls entertaining the crew of La Perouse while their companions playfully steal hats and handkerchiefs. Transport yourself to a far-off land with this stunning, high-quality print. A perfect addition to any living space, this photograph is sure to spark conversation and inspire wonder.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 25.3cm (14" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 image, taken from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the historic encounter between the crew of the French exploratory vessel Astrolabe, led by Admiral Jean-François de Galaup, Count de Lapérouse, and the native inhabitants of Easter Island in 1787. The serene waters of the Pacific Ocean serve as the backdrop to this intriguing scene, where friendly native girls engage in playful banter with the crew members, while their companions discreetly take the sailors' hats and handkerchiefs as tokens or souvenirs. The Astrolabe, part of a French expedition to explore the Pacific, arrived at Easter Island on March 15, 1787. The island, renowned for its mysterious moai statues, held a profound fascination for the explorers. This photograph, while not an actual depiction of the event, beautifully captures the spirit of the encounter between two vastly different cultures. The native girls, with their intricately woven garlands and adorned bodies, are seen laughing and playfully interacting with the crew members. Their companions, seated in the background, skillfully take advantage of the distraction to snatch the sailors' hats and handkerchiefs. This lighthearted moment, filled with curiosity and exchange, serves as a testament to the human capacity for connection and understanding, even in the most unexpected of circumstances. This photograph, though not an original, offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in the history of Pacific exploration. It invites us to reflect on the rich cultural exchanges that have shaped our world and reminds us of the importance of maintaining an open and curious mind when encountering new people and places.
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