Photo Record
Images
Metadata
Object Name |
Photograph, Black-and-White |
Collection |
Oil Museum of Canada Collection |
Accession number |
OMC 1989.010 |
Catalog Number |
OMC 1989.010.064 |
Photographer |
H. F. Hill |
Description |
This is a black and white photograph of a statue of King Kamehameha, Hawaii’s first king which stands outside the Aliiolani Hale building, facing Iolani Palace on the corner of King and Mililani streets. Standing imperious with outstretched arms, the statue depicts a warrior king who was responsible for uniting the Hawaiian Islands, conveying a sense of strength and unity. |
Provenance |
From the collection of International Driller, John Growder. He was born in Enniskillen Township in 1871 and spent his youth working in the oil fields of Lambton County. Like many men in his time, Growder decided to use the skills he developed working in the Lambton County oil fields to find employment as an International Driller. His career as an International Driller lasted for 32 years, drilling in India, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Japan. |
Print Size |
12cm x 17cm |
Search Terms |
King Statue |