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Album of the Isle of Pines, Distribution of supplies, 1878-79 (litho)
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Album of the Isle of Pines, Distribution of supplies, 1878-79 (litho)
661410 Album of the Isle of Pines, Distribution of supplies, 1878-79 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee d Art et d Histoire, Saint-Denis, France; (add.info.: Ile des Pins, distribution des vivres; album made by the deportees as an evidence of what they saw on the island; Nouvelle Caledonie; Nouvelle-Caledonie; Leonce Rousset directeur; editor; litho Hocquard; drawing by Geofroy; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23479096
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Album Caledonian Communard Communards Commune Department Deportation Deportee Deportees Distribution Horse Drawn Huts Isle Of Pines Journal Mairie Melanesia Melanesian New Caledonia Overseas Pacific Ocean Penal Colony Provision Provisions Straw Supplies Supply Territory Thatch Thatched Townhall
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This lithograph, titled "Album of the Isle of Pines, Distribution of supplies, 1878-79" offers a glimpse into the historical events that unfolded on this remote island. Created by the French School in the 19th century, it is now housed at the Musee d Art et d Histoire in Saint-Denis, France. The image showcases a scene from Nouvelle Caledonie's Isle des Pins where supplies are being distributed to deportees. The album itself was created as evidence of what these individuals witnessed during their time on the island. The distribution process is depicted with great detail - horse-drawn carriages transport provisions while Melanesian locals assist with unloading and organizing them. The composition exudes colonialism and highlights the complex dynamics between different groups present on the island. Thatched huts dotting the landscape serve as reminders of both indigenous culture and penal colony architecture. A sense of community can be felt through depictions of town halls and schools amidst this vast Pacific Ocean backdrop. This lithograph not only captures an important moment in history but also serves as a testament to human resilience and adaptation in challenging circumstances. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as deportation, food supply, and communal living within a colonial context. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece for future generations to appreciate its artistic value while gaining insights into an era marked by exploration, colonization, and cultural exchange.
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