$100
James Caldwell (English, 1739-1822), "A Woman of Van Diemen's Land"-1784, engraving. 18th century engraving depicting Plate 7 from "A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean Undertaken, By the Command of His Majesty, For Making Discoveries in the Northern Hemisphere" written by James Cook (English, 1728-1779). Image depicting a nude mother holding a sleeping child resting with head on her shoulder. Child resting in a fur carrier looped over arms. Lower right margin with "J. Caldwell sc." and lower left margin with "J. Webber del" above title at center, plate number in upper right corner. Framed approximately 14.25" x 11.6". Impressed plate size approximately 11.25" x 8.75".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2014-11-16
