Review of the war galleys at Tahiti ['The Fleet of Otaheite assembled at Oparee']

"Review of the war galleys at Tahiti ['The Fleet of Otaheite assembled at Oparee']" is a 1776 painting by William Hodges. 



The artwork depicts a large fleet of Polynesian war canoes assembled in a body of water, likely a bay or lagoon. The canoes are elaborately decorated with carved prows and sternposts, and many feature sails. The canoes are crowded with people, some appearing to be warriors or chiefs in ceremonial attire. 



The background shows a lush, tropical landscape with mountainous terrain and vegetation. The sky is partly cloudy. The overall style suggests a realistic depiction of a historical event, possibly a naval review or ceremonial gathering. The painting measures 0.465 meters in width and 0.24 meters in height and is part of the collection of the National Maritime Museum.