George Barrington, holding a quill pen
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George Barrington, holding a quill pen
Portrait of George Barrington, holding a quill pen. Book: An account of a voyage to New South Wales by George Barrington, superintendant of the convicts; to which is prefixed a detail of his life, trials, speeches, &c. &c. enriched with beautiful colour d prints. Date: 1803
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Canary Cape Description Good Hope Peoples Tasmania
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative portrait captures the introspective gaze of George Barrington, an Englishman whose life was marked by adventure, intrigue, and a deep connection to the natural world. The image, taken in 1803, shows Barrington holding a quill pen, a symbol of his literary pursuits and the written account of his remarkable journey to New South Wales, Australia. Born in Ireland, Barrington's life took an unexpected turn when he was sentenced to transportation for a crime he did not commit. After arriving in New South Wales in 1797, he quickly rose through the ranks to become the superintendent of convicts. His tenure was marked by reforms aimed at improving the lives of the convicts and reducing recidivism. Following his departure from Australia in 1801, Barrington embarked on a voyage to the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. There, he explored the region and made contact with the indigenous Khoikhoi people. His account of this journey, "An Account of a Voyage to New South Wales," was published in 1802 and included beautiful color plates of the natural wonders he encountered along the way. The image of Barrington, with its richly textured background, evokes the spirit of exploration and discovery that characterized the era. The natural beauty of the landscapes depicted in the background, from the rugged cliffs of Tasmania to the exotic flora and fauna of the Canary Islands, serve as a testament to the enduring allure of the natural world and the human desire to explore and document it. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a man whose experiences spanned continents and cultures, and whose legacy continues to inspire curiosity and wonder.
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