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A View of Huaheine, 1787 (handcoloured aquatint)
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A View of Huaheine, 1787 (handcoloured aquatint)
828318 A View of Huaheine, 1787 (handcoloured aquatint) by Cleveley, John the Younger (1747-86); 43.2x60.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A View of Huaheine. John Cleveley the Younger (1747-86). Handcoloured aquatint. Printed 1787. 43.2 x 60.9cm. French Polynesia; one of the Society Islands in the Pacific); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23663662
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1780s 1787 18th Century Painting Aquatint Colouring English Art English Artist Etching French Polynesia Hand Colored Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Outrigger Palm Tree Palms Rowboat Rowing Boat Sailing Ship Sailor Society Islands Topographical Topographical Art View To Land Artist British British Artist Cleveley Clevely
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A View of Huaheine, 1787
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is a captivating handcoloured aquatint print by British artist John Cleveley the Younger. This stunning artwork, printed in 1787, measures 43.2x60.9 cm and is part of a private collection. The scene depicted in this piece takes us to French Polynesia, specifically Huaheine, one of the Society Islands in the Pacific. The composition showcases a picturesque bay with a sailing ship anchored near the shore. A rowboat can be seen approaching the vessel while men go about their daily activities on deck. The late eighteenth-century setting adds an air of nostalgia to this vibrant artwork. The artist's attention to detail is evident in his meticulous hand-colouring technique that brings life to every element within the scene - from the lush palm trees swaying gently in the breeze to the majestic mountains towering over Huaheine. This print not only captures a moment frozen in time but also offers viewers a glimpse into European exploration and discovery during this era. It transports us back to an age when sailors embarked on perilous voyages across vast oceans, encountering new lands and cultures along their way. With its rich colours and evocative scenery, "A View of Huaheine" serves as both an exquisite example of topographical art and a testament to John Cleveley's artistic skill. It invites us to immerse ourselves in this idyllic island paradise and marvel at its natural beauty through his masterful interpretation.
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