Grand house in Port Jackson, New South Wales, Australia
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Grand house in Port Jackson, New South Wales, Australia
Grand house in Port Jackson, New South Wales, Australia.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph depicts a grand house in Port Jackson, New South Wales, Australia, as it appeared in the late 1830s. The image is taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen between 1835 and 1840. Goedsche's ethnographic work was a significant contribution to the field of anthropology, documenting the customs, costumes, and daily life of various peoples around the world. The grand house in Port Jackson is a testament to the early European settlement in Australia. The building's elegant design, with its columns and balconies, stands in stark contrast to the rugged terrain and natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. The image also provides a glimpse into the lives of the residents, with figures shown engaged in various activities both inside and outside the house. The people in the scene are dressed in a mix of European and Indigenous Australian attire, reflecting the cultural exchange that was taking place during this period. The men are shown wearing European-style hats and shirts, while the women and children are dressed in traditional Indigenous Australian clothing. This lithograph offers a unique perspective on the history of Port Jackson and the early European settlement of Australia. It provides a snapshot of life in this period, capturing the blend of cultures and the architectural and social developments that shaped the region. The handcolored detail adds an additional layer of depth and richness to the image, making it a valuable historical document and an intriguing work of art.
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