Famous aquatint of Hobart from the most important early series of views of Tasmania from the series produced by the convict artist Joseph Lycett. The view is from below the lookout on Nelson Road, Hobart overlooking Sandy Bay, with Mount Direction in the background. The series was made to encourage would be emigrants to Van Diemen's Land by depicting the availability of quality land and showing the progress made in the colony. There is no evidence to indicate that Lycett ever visited Tasmania, and it is more likely that he used drawings made by either or both, George Evans or James Taylor who had accompanied Governor Macquarie on his tour of inspection in 1821. The places depicted were all visited by Macquarie at this time. .Joseph Lycett, an artist, was convicted of forgery in 1811 and transported to New South Wales. He was given his ticket-of-leave soon after arriving and began working as a clerk in the police office but was arrested again for forgery. He was sent to the notorious penal settlement of Newcastle and pardoned in 1821 after Governor Macquarie, who had taken an interest in Lycett, sent three of his drawings, including a large view of Sydney, to then Colonial Secretary Lord Bathurst. Lycett returned to England armed with a portfolio of colonial views which he published in his Views in Australia: or, New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land delineated in Fifty Views in 1825, dedicated to the Earl of Bathurst. Lycett is acknowledged as being one of the most important colonial artists to record the early progress of the colony. Collections: National Library of Australia: Bib ID563793 Image Size: 270mm x 170mm (10.6" x 6.7"). Paper Size: 320mm x 232mm (12.6" x 9.1"). Condition: In good condition. Technique: Hand coloured aquatint. Seller Inventory # VIAVD TH 036

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Title: View from the Top of Mount Nelson, with ...

Publication Date: 1824

Binding: No Binding

Condition: Very Good

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Antique Print and Map Room is the largest specialist dealer of rare antique maps and prints in Australia. Established in 1979, our gallery is located in Ultimo, near Sydney's city centre (5 minute walk from the Powerhouse Museum). Our extensive stock is available for purchase online or in our gallery. Our collection includes items from almost every geographical area and spans historical periods from the 15th to the 20th centuries. We have a particular focus on maps and prints charting the early discoveries and cultural exchanges of the East Indies, Pacific and Australia. This includes one of the largest and compelling collections of natural history in Australia. We stock only the highest quality material and guarantee the items are described as in the condition reports on our website. Since our founding, we have become a trusted source of prized historical material for collectors and prestigious national and international institutions and several important private collections. We are members of the following professional associations: AAADA, ANZAAB, ILAB, CINOA.

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