CHEVALIER, Nicholas (1828-1902). Natives on the Shore of a South Sea Island. 121833 Georg Balthasar Probst (1673–1748)Argentoratum

Georg Balthasar Probst (1673–1748)Argentoratum

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but in the species that I describe

for which there is some literary if not historical evidence

with the magnolia symbolizing grace and heritage

CHEVALIER, Nicholas (1828-1902). Natives on the Shore of a South Sea Island. 121833 Georg Balthasar Probst (1673–1748)ArgentoratumCHEVALIER, Nicholas (1828 1902). Natives on the Shore of a South Sea Island Watercolor, heightened with bodycolor on paper Signed lower right: N. Chevalier, 1884 4 x 7 1 4 sheet 13 x 16 1 2 framed This finely executed watercolor by Nicholas Chevalier depicts a quiet shoreline scene in the South Seas, rendered with the luminous palette and careful detailing that distinguish Chevaliers mature work. Two figures sit beside an outrigger canoe beneath the