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A view of the Indians of Terra del Fuego in their hut (without title), 1760-69 (engraving & etching)
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A view of the Indians of Terra del Fuego in their hut (without title), 1760-69 (engraving & etching)
7295777 A view of the Indians of Terra del Fuego in their hut (without title), 1760-69 (engraving & etching) by Bartolozzi, Francesco (1727-1815); 23.6x30.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Alexander Buchan was a Scottish landscape artist on Captain James Cook's first Pacific voyage, in the 'Endeavour' (1768-71). Appointed by Joseph Banks, Buchan's field drawings (along with those of Sydney Parkinson) of the inhabitants of Terra del Fuego (Patagonia) were developed into gouache and engravings that were then included in John Hawkesworth's 1773 account of Captain Cook's journey. Buchan died of epilepsy during the voyage, before being able to do any further work.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This engraving and etching by Francesco Bartolozzi transports us back to the late 18th century, offering a glimpse into the lives of the indigenous people of Terra del Fuego. The scene depicts a family of native Indians gathered inside their hut, surrounded by the warmth and flickering light of a brazier. The intricate details captured in this artwork evoke a sense of intimacy and authenticity, as if we are peering through a window into another time.
The artist, Alexander Buchan, was part of Captain James Cook's first Pacific voyage on the 'Endeavour', tasked with documenting the inhabitants of Patagonia. Tragically, Buchan passed away before he could complete his work due to epilepsy. However, his field drawings were transformed into stunning gouache paintings and engravings that now serve as historical records of this unique culture.
As we study this image closely, we can appreciate the resilience and resourcefulness of these indigenous peoples living in harsh conditions at the southern tip of South America. Their connection to nature and community is palpable in every brushstroke and line etched onto paper. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our shared humanity across time and space.
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