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C1807
(1824)
Timor. Peignes Malais et Appareil Pour le Betel.
Fine stipple engraved image of Malay utensils for the consumption of Betel leaves, made during the Baudin’s voyage visit to the island. From Peron’s, Petit’s Voyage de Decouvertes Aux Terres Australes Historique. Collections: National Library Australia: Bib ID754601
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Full Title:
Timor. Peignes Malais et Appareil Pour le Betel.
Date:
C1807
(1824)
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Copper engraving.
Image Size:
240mm
x 190mm
Paper Size:
332mm
x 247mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1824
Description:
Fine stipple engraved image of Malay utensils for the consumption of Betel leaves, made during the Baudin’s voyage visit to the island.
From Peron’s, Petit’s Voyage de Decouvertes Aux Terres Australes Historique.
Collections:
National Library Australia:Â Bib ID754601
Charles Alexander Lesueur (1778 - 1846)
French natural history and topographical artist on board the lavishly equipped scientific expedition prepared by the Institut de France with the ambitions to explore the southern parts of the Eastern Hemisphere, in two corvettes, Geographe and the Naturaliste. Lesueur was taken on not as an artist or scientist but as an assistant gunner. Nichloas Baudin the commander of the expedition soon discovered Lesueur's talents and employed him as an illustrator for his private journal. His prolific output and the quality of his drawings during this important voyage is a testament to his artistic talents.
