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Photographic Print : Captain Cook Taking Possession of the Australian Continent on Behalf of the British Crown, 1770 (colour litho)
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Captain Cook Taking Possession of the Australian Continent on Behalf of the British Crown, 1770 (colour litho)
5235831 Captain Cook Taking Possession of the Australian Continent on Behalf of the British Crown, 1770 (colour litho) by Gilfillan, John Alexander (1793-1867) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain Cook Taking Possession of the Australian Continent on Behalf of the British Crown, 1770.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
Media ID 23270512
© Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection / Bridgeman Images
Across Australia Botany Bay British Empire Captain Cook Flgas Hms Endeavour James Cook Landing New South Wales South Australia Union Jack West Australian White Ensign Australians
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic moment when Captain James Cook took possession of the Australian continent on behalf of the British Crown in 1770. Reproduced in vibrant color lithography, this exquisite print showcases the historic event as depicted in Gilfillan's masterpiece. Bring a piece of history into your home or office and relive the adventure and discovery of the land down under with this stunning work of art from Bridgeman Images at Fine Art Finder.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 17.2cm (12" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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.
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This print captures a significant moment in history as Captain Cook takes possession of the Australian continent on behalf of the British Crown in 1770. The color lithograph, created by John Alexander Gilfillan, beautifully depicts this pivotal event that marked the beginning of British colonization in Australia. In this artwork, we witness the arrival of Captain Cook and his crew on their ship, HMS Endeavour, at Botany Bay. The sailors can be seen standing proudly alongside their captain as he plants the Union Jack flag into the ground, symbolizing Britain's claim over this newfound land. The scene exudes a sense of ceremony and exploration as Cook confidently asserts British dominance while surrounded by awe-inspiring natural beauty. This image serves as a reminder of the audacious spirit that drove European explorers to venture into unknown territories during the 18th century. Notably absent from this depiction are any indigenous Australians who inhabited these lands long before European arrival. It is essential to acknowledge that this artwork represents only one perspective and does not fully capture or recognize the complex history and experiences of Indigenous peoples. Nevertheless, this print remains an important historical artifact that sheds light on Britain's colonial ambitions and its impact on Australia's past. It serves as a visual testament to Captain Cook's role in shaping Australia's future as part of the vast British Empire.
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