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Captain Wallis, on his arrival at O'Taheite, in conversation with Oberea the queen, while her attendants are performing a favorite dance called the timrodee.

Title
Captain Wallis, on his arrival at O'Taheite, in conversation with Oberea the queen, while her attendants are performing a favorite dance called the timrodee.
Publication
London, published by Alex'r Hoggat at the Kings Arms [177-?]

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Description
Engraving; plate mark: 19 x 27.5 cm.
Note
  • Hamilton delin., [Thomas?] Morris sculp.
  • Based on Samuel Wallis's voyage around the world, 1766-1768. A flute player, drummer and three bare-breasted women dancing at left. Captain Wallis seated at right, conversing with a woman.
Call Number
*MGZFD Cap 1
OCLC
NYPY737056502-F
Title
Captain Wallis, on his arrival at O'Taheite, in conversation with Oberea the queen, while her attendants are performing a favorite dance called the timrodee.
Imprint
London, published by Alex'r Hoggat at the Kings Arms [177-?]
Local Note
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Local Subject
Prints (Graphic arts) -- 18th century.
Ethnic dancing.
Dance -- French Polynesia -- Tahiti.
Research Call Number
*MGZFD Cap 1
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