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Framed Print : Dwellings, Lower Caroline Islands, 19th century. Creators: Alexander Postels, Victor Adam
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Dwellings, Lower Caroline Islands, 19th century. Creators: Alexander Postels, Victor Adam
Dwellings, Lower Caroline Islands, 19th century. One of 65 lithographs that were included in the volume of maps published after the round-the-world voyage of the corvette Seniavin commissioned by Tsar Nicholas I and carried out in 1826-29 under the command of Captain Fedor Litke (the Russian version of the name of Count Friedrich Lu¨tke, a Baltic German). The expedition began in Kronstadt (the main imperial Russian naval base near Saint Petersburg where Russian circumnavigations typically began and ended); it then traveled around Cape Horn to the Pacific Ocean. This voyage was one of many Russian scientific naval surveys in the first part of the 19th century
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating lithograph "Dwellings, Lower Caroline Islands, 19th century" by renowned creators Alexander Postels and Victor Adam. This stunning piece, sourced from Heritage Images, transports you back in time to the 19th century, showcasing the unique dwellings of the Lower Caroline Islands. Add an air of history and sophistication to your space with this beautiful, museum-quality print. Each print is carefully framed and ready to hang, making it a perfect addition to any room in your home or office. Bring the world's rich history into your everyday life with Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Dwellings, Lower Caroline Islands," offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Oceania's Micronesia region during the 19th century. Created by Alexander Postels and Victor Adam, this print is one of 65 lithographs included in a volume of maps published after the round-the-world voyage of the corvette Seniavin.
Commissioned by Tsar Nicholas I and led by Captain Fedor Litke, this expedition embarked on a scientific naval survey from Kronstadt, Russia's main imperial naval base near Saint Petersburg. After circumnavigating Cape Horn to reach the Pacific Ocean, they documented various aspects of their journey through art and ethnography.
In this particular image, we are transported to an exterior scene where four local men from the Caroline Islands gather outside their dwellings. The lithograph beautifully captures their indigenous attire and features against a backdrop that showcases both natural elements and architectural details.
The meticulous attention to detail in this lithographic piece reflects not only the artistic talent of its creators but also serves as an invaluable resource for anthropologists studying ethnic cultures during that era. Preserved within the Library of Congress' Congressional Library collection, it stands as a testament to our collective human history.
As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let us appreciate how such artworks contribute to our understanding of different societies across centuries. Through these visual records like "Dwellings, Lower Caroline Islands," we gain insights into diverse traditions while honoring those who came before us.
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