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NOOTKA DWELLING, 1778. Nootka Native Americans roasting fish over an open fire
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NOOTKA DWELLING, 1778. Nootka Native Americans roasting fish over an open fire
NOOTKA DWELLING, 1778.
Nootka Native Americans roasting fish over an open fire inside a multifamily dwelling at Nootka Sound, on the Pacific coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada; the carved figures shown against the wall are family emblems. Watercolor, 1778, by John Webber, artist on the voyage of Captain James Cook
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1778 Beam Bench Canadian Cape Captain Carving Ceiling Children Cook Cooking Crouch Drying Emblem Face Family Figure First Nation Fish Floor Kneeling Northwest Pacific Northwest Platform Roasting Shawl Smoke Totem Voyage Watercolor Webber Wooden Nootka Nootka Sound
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This print titled "NOOTKA DWELLING, 1778" offers a glimpse into the daily life of Nootka Native Americans in the late 18th century. Captured by John Webber, an artist on Captain James Cook's voyage, this watercolor showcases a multifamily dwelling at Nootka Sound on Vancouver Island's Pacific coast. The focal point of the image is a group of Nootka Native Americans roasting fish over an open fire inside the dwelling. The smoke from the fire fills the room as men and women crouch or kneel around it, tending to their cooking. The wooden platform they sit on is adorned with intricate carvings depicting family emblems, adding cultural significance to their surroundings. Children can be seen seated or standing nearby, observing and learning from their elders' activities. The interior of the dwelling features a low ceiling made of woven mats and beams supporting it. A bench against one wall provides seating while individuals wear traditional clothing such as shawls and hats. This artwork not only captures a moment in time but also serves as an important historical record for understanding First Nation culture in the Pacific Northwest region. It highlights both domestic scenes like cooking and drying fish for sustenance while showcasing elements like totem poles that hold spiritual importance within Nootka society. Overall, this watercolor print invites viewers to appreciate the rich heritage and daily rituals of Nootka Native Americans during this significant period in history.
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