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C1812
Vue De La Ville De Sidney.
German version of Lesueur’s famous view of Sydney Cove (Circular Quay) taken from the eastern side looking to the west towards The Rocks. In the foreground are the tents of some of the French crew from the Baudin voyage.
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Full Title:
Vue De La Ville De Sidney.
Date:
C1812
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Copper engraving with original hand colouring.
Image Size:
205mm
x 140mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1812
Description:
German version of Lesueur’s famous view of Sydney Cove (Circular Quay) taken from the eastern side looking to the west towards The Rocks. In the foreground are the tents of some of the French crew from the Baudin voyage.
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.
