• Traditional Praos from Satahoual in the Caroline Islands - Drawings from the Voyage of the Astrolabe (29,7x42 cm (A3) / 11.7x16.5″). Reproduction of an antique engraving showing a large indigenous sailing vessel from the Caroline Islands, with a plan view of its structure, numbers, and captions in French. The title "ARCHIPEL DES CAROLINES." is displayed at the top.
  • Traditional Praos from Satahoual in the Caroline Islands - Drawings from the Voyage of the Astrolabe. Reproduction of an antique engraving showing a large indigenous sailing vessel from the Caroline Islands, with a plan view of its structure, numbers, and captions in French. The title "ARCHIPEL DES CAROLINES." is displayed at the top.
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Traditional Praos from Satahoual in the Caroline Islands - Drawings from the Voyage of the Astrolabe

Traditional Praos from Satahoual in the Caroline Islands - Drawings from the Voyage of the Astrolabe

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This reproduction highlights the technical drawing of traditional praos originating from Satahoual, in the Caroline archipelago. The plate details the slender silhouette of these indigenous sailboats as well as a plan view of their internal structure, illustrating a remarkable mastery of insular naval architecture by local populations.

Initially published as part of Dumont d'Urville's Voyage of the Astrolabe around 1830, this work reflects the meticulous observation work of François Edmond Pâris. It is part of an effort to systematically document the peoples of the Pacific, capturing the essence of maritime cultures through a naturalist and artistic approach.

Ideal for lovers of antique technical diagrams, this illustration brings a historical and aesthetic dimension to a workspace or a library. It invites exploration of the ingenuity of Micronesian navigators through a print of high documentary quality, perfect for refined decoration.

About this print

The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.

  • Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
  • The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
  • Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
  • Print only, frame not included!

Features

  • Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
  • Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
  • FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
  • Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
  • Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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