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A Bone Sled, Dog Whip, Spear and Knife of the Arctic Highlanders
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A Bone Sled, Dog Whip, Spear and Knife of the Arctic Highlanders
931427 A Bone Sled, Dog Whip, Spear and Knife of the Arctic Highlanders, illustration from A Voyage of discovery... 1819 (litho)
by Havell, Daniel (1785-1826) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Voyage of discovery, made under the orders of the Admiralty, in His Majestys Ships Isabella and Alexander, for the purpose of exploring Baffins Bay and inquiring into the probability of a North-West Passage. Pub. John Murray, London, 1819
); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23241584
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Arctic Bone Equipment Explorers Highlander Highlanders Instruments Intrepid Knife North North West Passage Pole Sled Tool Tools Travellers Voyage Whip
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This print showcases a collection of essential tools and equipment used by the Arctic Highlanders in the early 19th century. The image features a bone sled, dog whip, spear, and knife, all meticulously illustrated by Daniel Havell. These items were crucial for survival and exploration during expeditions to Baffins Bay in search of a North-West Passage. The engraving is taken from "A Voyage of discovery" an influential publication documenting the intrepid journey undertaken by His Majesty's Ships Isabella and Alexander under the orders of the Admiralty. Published in London in 1819, this book aimed to shed light on the possibility of finding a navigable route through these treacherous northern waters. The image not only provides insight into the transportation methods employed by British explorers but also highlights their resourcefulness and adaptability to extreme conditions. The bone sled served as an ingenious means of traversing icy terrain while carrying supplies or game hunted for sustenance. The dog whip symbolizes their reliance on canine companions for assistance with pulling heavy loads across vast distances. Additionally, the spear and knife depicted demonstrate their proficiency in hunting and self-defense against potential threats encountered along their arduous journeys. This illustration serves as a testament to both the bravery and ingenuity exhibited by these Arctic Highlanders who ventured into uncharted territories in pursuit of knowledge and discovery.
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