Picture No | 10503778 |
Date | 1858 |
Description | Music a terror: Frightening the natives |
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Not satisfied with the deforestation of their new territory, a mischievous colonist scares the natives by playing the piano or harpsicord out of doors. One of the natives clutches a boomerang, suggesting this is Australia.
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Source | Unattributed engraving in 'The Welcome Guest' page 248, 1858. |
Credit | Mary Evans Picture Library |
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