Bark canoes of Port Jackson
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Bark canoes of Port Jackson
Watercolour 43 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)
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18th Century Australasia Bark Canoe Dusk Dusky Jackson New South Wales Port Jackson Purple Thomas Watling Voyage Watling
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This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Bark Canoes of Port Jackson" (Watercolour 43 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, c. 1790), offers a captivating glimpse into the indigenous culture of Port Jackson, now known as Sydney Harbour in New South Wales, Australia, during the late 18th century. The painting, created by an unknown artist known as the Port Jackson Painter, depicts a group of dusky-skinned natives skillfully maneuvering their pink and purple bark canoes through the calm waters at dusk. The canoes, made from the bark of trees, are intricately designed with elegant lines and delicate decorative elements, showcasing the native Australasian people's exceptional craftsmanship and connection to their natural environment. The natives, dressed in simple loincloths, are shown fishing and hunting, providing for their community in this idyllic setting. The vibrant pink and purple hues of the canoes and the warm dusk tones of the water create a serene and picturesque scene, transporting us back in time to a moment of tranquility and harmony between the native people and their land. Thomas Watling, a British naval officer and artist, was likely the one who compiled and cataloged this watercolor and others in the Banks Manuscript 34. Watling's voyages to New South Wales with Captain John Hunter in 1790 provided him with a wealth of opportunities to observe and document the native people and their way of life. This painting is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous Australasian people and their deep connection to the land and water of Port Jackson.
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