Iles Collection

Map of countries first discovered by Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) 1500 (gouache
XIR226789 Map of countries first discovered by Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) 1500 (gouache and pen and ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Cosa, Juan de la (1460-1510); Museo Naval, Madrid

The Moluccas, page from a portolan atlas by Lopo Homem and Pedro Reinel, c.1519 (vellum)
XZL151165 The Moluccas, page from a portolan atlas by Lopo Homem and Pedro Reinel, c.1519 (vellum); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; out of copyright.

Eine Reise nach Moorea, 1980er Jahre. A trip to Moorea, 1980s

The Old Barn At Iles Farm
A painting of some simple barn buildings at Iles Farm, at Far Oakridge, Gloucestershire, the artist moved into this farm in 1912. Date: circa 1917

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Adult harp seal raising head out of hole in ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Two Harp seal pups on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Ten-day-old harp seal pup fur starting to turn black, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Ice pattern, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Adult harp seal raising head out of hole in ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seals, mother with pup, on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seals, mother with pup, on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup, close up, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seals, mother with cub on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup, close up, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup, close up, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup, close up, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup, close up, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup, close up, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup, close up, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup, close up, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

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Harp seal pup and stuff seal toy on ice, Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec, Canada Date: 02/07/2008

Poster, Les Iles de l Ocean, Chemins de Fer de l Etat
Poster, Les Iles de L Ocean, Eglise de St Martin de Re (Ile de Re, Charente-Maritime, France), Chemins de Fer de l Etat. 1930

Thakombau, roi des iles Viti (engraving)
3635690 Thakombau, roi des iles Viti (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thakombau, roi des iles Viti)

Sandwich Islands: An Office of the King in State Costume
STC209631 Sandwich Islands: An Office of the King in State Costume, from Voyage autour du Monde (1817-20), by Louis Claude Desaulses de Freycinet (1779-1842) engraved by Lerouge and Forget

Map showing the Molucca Islands off Halmahera, 1640 (coloured engraving)
BON111184 Map showing the Molucca Islands off Halmahera, 1640 (coloured engraving) by Jansson, Joannes (1588-1664); 37.6x48.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; Dutch

Sainte-Croix de Teneriffe, iles Canaries (engraving)
6022339 Sainte-Croix de Teneriffe, iles Canaries (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sainte-Croix de Teneriffe, iles Canaries)

Map showing the Molucca Islands off Halmahera, 1640 (coloured engraving)
XCF291062 Map showing the Molucca Islands off Halmahera, 1640 (coloured engraving) by Jansson, Joannes (1588-1664); 37.6x48.8 cm; Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Nikki Iles, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham, West Sussex, Jan 2016. Artist: Brian O Connor
Nikki Iles, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham, West Sussex, Jan 2016

The Geoff Simkins Quartet playing at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 2002
The Geoff Simkins Quartet playing at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 3 November 2002. Nikki Iles (piano) and Ralph Salmins (drums)

A Maori youth carrying the flat greenstone (nephrite) club known as a mere, 1902. Artist: Iles
A Maori youth carrying the flat greenstone (nephrite) club known as a mere, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

A Maori girl with matting dress, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Map of The Moluccan Island, engraved by Jodocus Hondius, 1630 (colour engraving)
XCF285146 Map of The Moluccan Island, engraved by Jodocus Hondius, 1630 (colour engraving) by Blaeu, Willem (1571-1638); Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Marseille, France, La Corniche - La Palace Hotel et Les Iles Date: circa 1909

Saint Pierre and Miquelon - After a heavy snowfall
Houses on Saint Pierre and Miquelon (a self-governing territorial overseas collectivity of France, situated in the northwestern Atlantic Ocean near Canada) pictured after a heavy snowfall Date

Louis Antoine de Bougainville (1729-1811) French soldier, navigator and mathematician. Elected a fellow of the Royal Society in 1756 while secretary to the French Embassy in London

Guyane Francaise Iles
(French Guiana/Guyana) L Ile Royale

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"Exploring the Uncharted: Christopher Columbus and the Iles" Step into history with this captivating map of countries first discovered by the legendary explorer, Christopher Columbus. Painted in 1500, this gouache masterpiece takes us back to a time when brave sailors embarked on perilous journeys across vast oceans. As we gaze upon this intricate artwork, we can't help but imagine the excitement and anticipation that filled Columbus's heart as he set sail towards these unexplored lands. Each stroke of color represents a new discovery, a new chapter in human exploration. Amongst these vibrant hues lies "The Old Barn At Iles Farm, " an enchanting depiction of rural life amidst newfound territories. This idyllic scene transports us to simpler times, where hardworking farmers tended to their crops under clear blue skies. The details within each brushstroke tell stories untold – from DDE-90028558 to DDE-90028553 – they whisper tales of courage, resilience, and determination. These numbers may seem insignificant at first glance, but they symbolize countless lives forever changed by Columbus's voyages. Through his expeditions, Columbus paved the way for future explorers and shaped our modern world. The impact of his discoveries cannot be overstated; they opened up trade routes between continents and sparked cultural exchanges that continue to shape our global society today. So let us marvel at this remarkable piece of art – a window into an era defined by curiosity and ambition. Let it remind us that there is always more to discover beyond what meets the eye; whether it be hidden treasures or untapped potential within ourselves. In every stroke lies a testament to human ingenuity and an ode to those who dared venture into the unknown. May "Iles" serve as a reminder that true progress comes from embracing uncertainty and pushing boundaries - just like Christopher Columbus did over five centuries ago.