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Secoton Village, North Carolina by De Bry, A Briefe and True Report of the New Found Land of Virginia by Thomas Harriot, - This exquisite line engraving by Theodor de Bry, based on a watercolour by John White, depicts the Native American village of Secoton in North Carolina. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and settlement patterns of the indigenous population during the late 16th century. The scene is richly detailed, showing structures, communal spaces, and agricultural activities, making it a cornerstone of early American ethnographic illustration. The engraving is part of Thomas Harriot’s New Found Land of Virginia, an influential work that documented the first English attempts to explore and settle in the New World. De Bry’s engravings transformed White’s original paintings into widely disseminated prints, capturing the imagination of European audiences. Engraver: Theodor de Bry, after John White Published in: A Briefe and True Report of the New Found Land of Virginia by Thomas Harriot, Condition Report: Signs of wear. Image Size: 33.5 x 24 cm (13 1/4 x 9 1/2 inches) Keywords: Secoton Village, Theodor de Bry, John White, Thomas Harriot, Native American settlements, 16th-century engraving, early American history, New Found Land of Virginia, indigenous life, cultural anthropology, ethnographic illustration, Age of Exploration, North Carolina, historical prints, New World exploration, early colonial narratives, America history, atlas, travel book, travel account, engraving, travel engraving.