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Giant Fig Tree at Anna Maria Bay, Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, 1901 (colour litho)
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Giant Fig Tree at Anna Maria Bay, Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, 1901 (colour litho)
473482 Giant Fig Tree at Anna Maria Bay, Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, 1901 (colour litho)
by European School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nuku Hiva is the largest of the Marquesas Islands (Iles Marquises) in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean; formerly also known as Ile Marchand and Madison Island; from a series of illustrations of 'Famous Trees' produced as promotional trade cards by the Cibils Beef Extract Company;)
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Step into the lush paradise of Anna Maria Bay in Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia. This stunning chromolithograph print captures a majestic Giant Fig Tree (Ficus carica), its gnarled branches stretching towards the sky like nature's own cathedral. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring to life this extraordinary specimen of botanical wonder.
This remarkable tree is one of many 'Famous Trees' featured in a series of illustrations produced by European artists at the turn of the 20th century. Each print was carefully crafted using chromolithography, an early color printing technique that allowed for rich, vivid hues and fine details to be captured on paper.
The Marquesas Islands are known for their breathtaking landscapes and unique flora, with Nuku Hiva being the largest island in this Pacific archipelago. This Giant Fig Tree stands out as a remarkable example of nature's beauty, its grandeur evoking awe and wonder.
This vintage print is not only a testament to the artistic skill of European School artists but also serves as a window into the natural world of French Polynesia during an era when exploration and discovery were at their peak.
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