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King Kamehameha V. Laying the Corner-Stone of the Bishop's Church at Honolulu.

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  • PUBLISHER: Published by Harper's Weekly.

  • MEDIUM: Wood engraving,

    DATE: 1867.

  • EDITION SIZE: Image size 5 5/8 x 9" (14.4 x 23.1 cm).

  • DESCRIPTION: A 19th-century perspective of King Kamehameha V. Laying the Corner-Stone of the Bishop's Church at Honolulu, captured as a wood engraving and hand-colored to highlight the details. This artwork presents a significant historical moment, depicting King Kamehameha V in a ceremonial setting as he participates in the foundational event for the Bishop's Church.

  • ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a mat for handling.

  • CONDITION: Good condition with modern handcolor.

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