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Engraving of The Tragic Demise of Captain James Cook in 1779 in the South Seas
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The engraving titled "The Death of Captn. Cook" depicts the dramatic and tragic event of Captain James Cook's death. This artwork is intricately framed with ornate borders and decorations that add a grandiose and solemn tone to the image.
Scene Description:
The central image portrays the moment of Captain Cook's death, which occurred during his third and final voyage on February 14, 1779, at Kealakekua Bay in Hawaii. Captain Cook is shown at the center, armed with a musket and seemingly attempting to defend himself. Surrounding him are several Native Hawaiian warriors armed with spears and clubs, aggressively advancing towards him. One of the warriors appears to be ready to strike Cook. To the left of Cook, there is a European officer, possibly one of Cook's men, shown in a protective stance, illustrating the chaos and violence of the moment.
In the background, there are several palm trees indicative of the tropical setting. Additionally, ships can be seen in the distance, anchored in the bay, which represents the presence of Cook's expedition fleet.
Artists and Publication:
The engraving is credited to two artists: Hamilton, who is noted as the original artist ("delin." indicating "delineator" or designer), and Thornton, who is the engraver ("sculp." indicating "sculptor" or engraver). The work is specifically engraved for "Millar's New Complete & Universal System of Geography," which suggests that it was part of a larger publication aimed at providing comprehensive geographic and exploratory knowledge. This publication would likely have been intended for an audience interested in the latest discoveries and the expanding knowledge of the world during that era.
Date
The engraving is dated 1780, which places it shortly after Captain Cook's death in 1779, reflecting the contemporary interest and significance of the event.
Additional Elements
The engraving includes decorative elements such as laurel wreaths and drapery, enhancing the commemorative nature of the image. These adornments frame the central scene and draw attention to the historical importance of Captain Cook's explorations and his untimely demise.
Inscription
The text at the bottom reads:
"The DEATH of CAPtn. COOK, at O-why-hee, near Kamschatka, whose discoveries in this Last Voyage, as well as those of his First and Second, will be included in this New & Improved System of Geography."
This inscription further emphasizes the geographic focus of the publication and highlights Captain Cook's significant contributions to exploration.
In summary, this engraving vividly captures the moment of Captain Cook's death in Hawaii, framed by decorative elements and produced for an 18th-century geographic publication. It serves as both a historical document and a piece of commemorative art, created by Hamilton and engraved by Thornton, and published by Millar in 1780.
- Dimensions:Height: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1780-1789
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1780
- Condition:Condition: Good, given age. Light soiling and occasional light creasing. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13599-241stDibs: LU3054340631092
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