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Hawaiian natives offer a sacrificial pig to Captain James Cook before 12 priests and a wooden idol in the sacred Orono house. Handcoloured copperplate engraved by Sasso after John Webber from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1844
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In this hand-colored copperplate engraving from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, published in Florence, Italy, in 1844, we witness a significant moment in the history of Hawaiian culture and the encounters between the native Hawaiians and European explorers. The image depicts a group of Hawaiian natives, led by their priests, offering a sacrificial pig to Captain James Cook. The scene takes place within the sacred Orono house, a structure of great cultural and spiritual significance to the Hawaiian people. Twelve priests, dressed in intricately designed garments, stand in a semicircle around the Captain, their expressions a mix of curiosity and reverence. A wooden idol, symbolizing the gods, stands at the center of the gathering, its eyes adorned with precious stones. Captain Cook, dressed in his European attire, stands before the priests, a look of respect and awe on his face. He raises his hand in a gesture of peace, acknowledging the sacredness of the moment. The pig, roasted and adorned with lei, lies on a mat before the Captain, ready to be offered as a symbol of goodwill and respect. This powerful image captures the essence of the complex and intriguing relationship between the Hawaiian people and the early European explorers. It serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Hawaiian Islands and the significance of the rituals and ceremonies that shaped their society. The hand-colored copperplate engraving, with its intricate details and vibrant colors, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the world was still being explored and discovered.
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