File:The Messenger of Peace leaving Aitutaki. London, Snow, 1837.jpg

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George Baxter  (1804–1867)  wikidata:Q5536805
 
George Baxter
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G. Baxter.Sc.; Baxter.Sc.
Description British artist and printer
Date of birth/death 1804 Edit this at Wikidata 1867 Edit this at Wikidata
Location of birth/death Lewes, Sussex, England, United Kingdom London Edit this at Wikidata
Work period 1819 Edit this at Wikidata–1867 Edit this at Wikidata
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artist QS:P170,Q5536805
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English: The Messenger of Peace leaving Aitutaki. London, Snow, 1837. Wood engraving by George Baxter. Wood engraving, 80 x 132 mm. Art works. A small sailing ship in full sail, men waving from the deck, surrounded by Cook Islanders in their canoes. In the background is the settlement of Aitutaki, a row of houses lining the shore, with hills behind. Reference Number: PUBL-0212-290.
Date 1837
date QS:P571,+1837-00-00T00:00:00Z/9
Source/Photographer National Library of New Zealand
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