“Rangitoto and Browns Island” was drawn by Charles Heaphy in c. 1850 at Hauraki Gulf, Auckland, New Zealand. It is a watercolour work shown on SketchMap Atlas at the place where it was made.
The gentle cone of Rangitoto volcano, a sailing ship and Māori canoes in the Hauraki Gulf.
Where did Charles Heaphy draw “Rangitoto and Browns Island”?
Charles Heaphy drew “Rangitoto and Browns Island” at Hauraki Gulf, Auckland, New Zealand (coordinates 36.7867° S, 174.8600° E). SketchMap Atlas shows it on a world map at this spot, so you can stand where the artist stood.
What does “Rangitoto and Browns Island” show?
The gentle cone of Rangitoto volcano, a sailing ship and Māori canoes in the Hauraki Gulf. It is a watercolour work by Charles Heaphy, c. 1850.
Where can I see more sketches by Charles Heaphy?
SketchMap Atlas shows 5 sketches by Charles Heaphy, each at the place where it was drawn. See them all on the artist page.
Can I use the image of “Rangitoto and Browns Island”?
The image is marked “Public domain” and comes from Wikimedia Commons. See the source link for the exact terms.