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An offering before Captn. Cook I the Sandwich Islands

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    Engraving after a drawing by John Webber depicting Hawaiian men seated in a circle, with Captain James Cook and his men standing. A Hawaiian man is standing, with arms outstretched, presenting Cook with a pig. A tall wooden carved figure, draped in a cloak is positioned behind the men. A thatched roof dwelling is behind the group.

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  • Other Id

    3893 (Presto content ID)

    Print C771-7 (Reference Number)

    95x3/214 (accession number)

    PD1285 (Legacy number)

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