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C1836
1.Ata, christlicher Hauptling zu Hifo. 2.Nau, ein junges Madchen. 3.Eingeborner von Tonga. 4.Huitai christl:Hauptling zu Mafanga. Tatowirung der Manner am Schenkel.
Scarce c.19th lithograph of Tongan natives by Louis Auguste de Sainson (1800-1887), with the centre image showing tattooing. From: D’Urvile D, J. Entdeckungs-Reise der franzosischen Corvette Astrolabe unternommen auf Befehl Konig Karls X in den Jahren 1826-1827-1828-1829 ( Voyage of discovery of … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
1.Ata, christlicher Hauptling zu Hifo. 2.Nau, ein junges Madchen. 3.Eingeborner von Tonga. 4.Huitai christl:Hauptling zu Mafanga. Tatowirung der Manner am Schenkel.
Date:
C1836
Engraver:
( –
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Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Lithograph.
x -2mm
Paper Size:
270mm
x 370mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1836
Description:
Scarce c.19th lithograph of Tongan natives by Louis Auguste de Sainson (1800-1887), with the centre image showing tattooing.
From: D’Urvile D, J. Entdeckungs-Reise der franzosischen Corvette Astrolabe unternommen auf Befehl Konig Karls X in den Jahren 1826-1827-1828-1829 ( Voyage of discovery of the French corvette Astrolabe undertaken by order of King Charles X in the years 1826-1827-1828-1829)
References:
Ferguson, J. A. Bibliography of Australia Volumes 1-8, Canberra 1976 2118b.
Howgego, J. Encyclopedia of Exploration 1800-1850. Sydney 2004 D34.
Hill, J. The Hill Collection of Pacific Voyages. San Diego 1974 504.
Sabin, J. A Dictionary of Books Relating to America, from its Discovery to the Present Time. New York. (1936) 1967. 21210.
Collections:
National Library Australia: Bib ID 2299428
State Library Victoria: RARELTF 910.41 D89VE B
State Library New South Wales: CALL NUMBER F980/2B2
Louis Auguste de Sainson (1800 - 1887)
French artist on the voyage of exploration on board the Astrolabe under the command of Dumont D’Urville which explored and visited the Pacific, Asia, New Zealand and Australia. He began his naval career at the port of Rochefort, working there from 21 August 1825 until 6 January 1826, where he joined the Astrolabe as a draughtsman. The Astrolabe visited Australia from October to December 1826 and De Sainson made a number of drawings of King George Sound (WA), Westernport VIC), and Jervis Bay NSW and Sydney). On the Astrolable’s return to Australian waters during December 1827 to early January 1828 the Astrolabe anchored at Hobart Town where de Sainson made a number of important drawings of Hobart and its environs. On his return to France de Sainson was part of the editorial group that made the official account Historical Atlas of the expedition ready or publication. In November 1829, at Dumont d’Urville’s request, de Sainson was promoted commis de marine 3e classe. He became a Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneurin August 1831 and a commis de 2e classe in September 1833. Further biographical information is not available after this time.
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Karl Joseph Brodtmann (1787 - 1862)
Karl Joseph Brodtmann (1787-1862) was a Swiss lithographer and publisher active in the 19th century. He is known for his illustrations of animals, plants and landscapes. He also produced a large collection of lithographic views of Switzerland and other parts of Europe. He was one of the best-known Swiss lithographers of his time and his work continues to be highly valued by collectors and art historians today.
