Views of Port Jackson and Seal Hunters' Dwelling, New Holland (New South Wales)
€ 230
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Sheet size
34.2 × 25.2 cm (13.5 × 9.9 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14025-10
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Marginal toning and light foxing, with minor edge wear. Both panels remain clean and detailed, with sharp contrasts. Overall in very good condition, but a tear and a small hole in the bottom part, not into the image. Study the images carefully.
About this sheet
This lithograph, circa 1836, provides two engaging scenes from New South Wales and New Holland (modern-day Australia), capturing both the natural beauty and human activity of the region during Dumont d'Urville's expedition aboard the Astrolabe.
The upper panel showcases the entrance to Port Jackson, drawn from the vantage point of the lighthouse. The dramatic cliffs, lush vegetation, and distant ships navigating the harbor highlight the rugged majesty of the coastline. A group of explorers is depicted in the foreground, observing the scenery and reinforcing the exploratory nature of the scene.
The lower panel features the dwelling of seal hunters near Cape Western, surrounded by a wooded landscape. A modest hut stands as the central structure, with figures busily engaged in their daily activities. The foreground shows hunters processing their catch, while dogs roam the area, emphasizing the rustic and industrious life of early settlers and sealers.
Created by Louis Auguste de Sainson, this lithograph was later reproduced in Brodtmann's Entdeckungs, Reise der Franzosischen Corvette Astrolabe. It offers an evocative glimpse into the landscapes and livelihoods of early 19th-century Australia.
Condition Report: Marginal toning and light foxing, with minor handling wear. Both panels remain clear, with fine details and good contrast. Overall in very good condition.
