Reproductie van een portret van James Cook before 1881

This anonymous reproduction of a portrait of James Cook, dating from before 1881, depicts the explorer seated in a three-quarter view, holding a document in his lap. Cook is clad in a military uniform, emphasizing his status as a naval captain. The artwork is likely a print, as it is small in size and appears to be intended for a book or pamphlet. It offers a glimpse into how Cook was memorialized in the 19th century, and provides an interesting visual comparison to other portraits of the explorer that are considered more definitive.