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Man of the Sandwich Islands, with His Helmet J. Webber del. J.K. Sherwin Sc.

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An English 18 century engraving titled "Man of the Sandwich Islands, with his helmet " signed .J. Webber del. J.K. Sherwin sc. The subject was sketched in the 1770s by J.K Sherwin S,C and engraved by J.Webber del The engraving depicts Kalaimanokahoowaha or Kanaina, chief with helmet and cloak made of feathers and was published in London by G. Nicol and T. Cadell, 1785 . The excellently preserved engraving is presented in a double white matted simple black frame.
  • Creator:
    John Webber (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    British Colonial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1785
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Portrait size 9" H x 7.5" W.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631226608412

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