L. Lebreton—views Of Tahiti, Polynesia—hand-colored Lithographs—1844
created by the renowned official painter of the French Navy, Louis LeBreton, and published in March 1844, this work is an important historical and artistic record of the great naval expeditions of the 19th century. The work depicts the arrival and anchoring of the French naval fleet, led by Rear Admiral Abel Aubert Du Petit-Thouars, in the bay and harbor of Papeete, Tahiti, where each vessel is clearly identified. The event took place in the historical context of September 1842 and November 1843, when the rear admiral established French protectorate over Tahiti through a treaty signed with Queen Pomare Vahine IV. The print is a fresh, full-margin print measuring 66 × 47.5 cm, enhanced by vivid touches of period color applied to the naval flags.
2 200 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Paper
Length: 66cm
Height: 47cm
Reference (ID): 1844633
Availability: In stock
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