Swainson, William, 1789-1855 :This is a native hutt, built of palm leaves and stakes driven in the ground, it was near our house, it was burned in the Rebellion. 24 Feb.y 1847. 1 June 1845

A small nikau whare in a clearing at the foot of a tree-fern and other taller trees.

Drawn 1 June 1845. Caption added later referring to the 1847 Ngati Toa raid on Boulcott's Farm, Hutt Valley.

Other Titles - hut

Inscriptions: Recto - bottom left - W. S. 1 June 1845.; On accompanying label: text of title, with date 24 Feb.y 1847 and initials W. S. in ink

Quantity: 1 drawing(s).

Physical Description: Pencil on buff paper, 112 x 90 mm