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Auction 141, Lot 218

"[Lot of 2] View of Karakakooa Bay in Owhyhee, Where Captn. Cook Was Killed [and] Habitations and People of the Island of Atooi",

Subject: Hawaii

Period: 1787 (circa)

Publication: Bankes's New System of Geography

Color: Black & White

Size:
13 x 8 inches
33 x 20.3 cm
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A. A View of Karakakooa, in Owyhee, Where Captn. Cook Was Killed is an attractive view of the bay where Cook met his end, showing his ships and the boats of the native Hawaiians as well as their village, and an early surfer. Engraved by E. Scott. Condition: Light damp staining and soling with one tiny edge tear at top confined to the blank margin. (B)

B. Habitations and People of the Island of Atooi shows some men from Cook's voyage conducting trade with the natives. In the background is a village with numerous thatch huts. Engraved by Royce. Condition: A few small damp stains primarily in the blank margins and a few minor spots. (B+)

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Estimate: $150 - $200

Sold for: $80

Closed on 9/5/2012

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