Indies Collection (page 53)

Raleigh in Trinidad
Sir Walter Raleigh takes Trinidad from the Spanish Date: 1595

BUSN2A-00132
East Indian divers gathering parls, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean, Dominica

Duchess of York in Jamaica
The Duchess of York inspects Girl Guides at the Kings House, Kingston, on the first day of her visit to Jamaica

The Jamaica Exhibition
A view showing the exterior of the Jamaica Exhibition Palace in Kingston, Jamaica. The exhibition was opened by Prince George on 27th January 1891

Snake Charmer - Martinique
Snake Charmer, Martinique, eastern Caribbean sea

Atlantis Hotel, Barbados
Atlantis Hotel, Bathsheba, east coast of Barbados, West Indies

Belleville - Pine Road with Horse Tram
Pine Road - Belleville, Barbados. A Horse-tram ( Jubilee ) turning the corner of the street, beneath the towering palms

Hindu Temple - Trinidad
Hindu Temple and Priest, Trinidad. Nowadays, 25% of the population is Hindu

Poster depicting a cocoa estate in Trinidad
Poster for the Empire Marketing Board, depicting a cocoa estate in Trinidad

Surabaya, Indonesia - Street Scene
Street scene of the capital of the Eastern Province - Java, Indonesia - now known as Surabaya, previously known as Soerbaja (formerly in the Dutch East Indies)

Emerald Beach Club, Bahamas
At the New Emerald Beach Club, Nassau, Bahamas. The people in this picture were said to be looking for the second coming of Columbus

Presentation of medals at Barbados
Presentation of medals for service during the Ashanti War to the 2nd battalion of the West India Regiment at Barbados

Street scene, Barbados. Throwing Money
A raucous scene in the streets of Bridgetown, Barbados where it was the tradition for visitors landing at the port to throw copper and silver coins to people in the street

Coaling a Royal Mail steam packet at Kingston, Jamaica
Scene at the harbour in Kingston, Jamaica, showing lines a women carrying baskets of coal on their heads on board a Royal Mail steam packet ship

Water Street, Georgetown, Demerara
A busy street scene in Georgetown, Demerara, a region of Guyana showing various nationalities going about their business, pushing carts, driving horses

The Haitian Army
The absolutely wonderful Haitian Army! Never has such a crack set of troops been assembled!! Ready for anything

Cyclone damage on Martinique
Cyclone Damage to the Mairie (Town Hall) at Gros Morne on the Island of Martinique - 8th August 1903

Martinique - The Covered Market at Fort-de-France
Fort-de-france, Martinique, The Old Covered Market

Curacao - a Dutch dependency - view of the shopping district, with many shops selling sombreos, holeproof hosiery, silks, shoes and curios

Coloured Cousins
To Gladstones dismay, his coloured cousins arrive from the West Indies, hoping to be welcomed into Britain

Coloured Cousins 2
At first dismayed when his coloured cousins turn up from the West Indies, Gladstone soon finds work for them

Guadeloupe Map
The two main islands, Guadeloupe and Grande Terre, are separated by a narrow channel : they were discovered by Columbus in 1493

RMS Forth, 1849
Engraving of the Royal Mail Steam-Packet Companys paddle-steamer Forth. Built in Leith in 1841, the Forth went missing between Southampton and the West Indies early in 1841

Racial / Trinidad / Postman
A postman in the (then) British colony of Trinidad receives a pineapple from a grateful customer

Bermuda Pilot Boat
Bermuda pilot boat

Grand Dinner to General Sir Charles J. Napier, at the London
Banquet held by the directors of the East India Company at the London Tavern in honour of Sir Charles Napiers appointment as commander of the British army in the East Indies

Porto Trade Centre
Vasco da Gama, by rounding the Cape of Good Hope and discovering the Indies, makes Porto (aka Oporto) one of Europes foremost trading centres

Anton Van Diemen
ANTON VAN DIEMEN Dutch colonial administrator, who established the Dutch as the principal power in the East Indies

Mahogany, West Indies
Mahogany trees in the West Indies : the enormous demand for this hard furnishing wood leads, alas, to extensive deforestation for it takes many years to re-grow

French Steamers / Haiti
English and French fleets in the harbour of Gonaive, Haiti

Alexis Nord Attacked
Attacked by an angry mobd, unpopular president Alexis Nord is saved by the French minister

West Indies / Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico: San Juan harbour, with ships

Racial / Martinique 1927
A smiling woman selling bananas in Martinique

Cuba / Havana / Theatre / 1870
HAVANA The Tacon Theatre

Linen, East Indies
A linen factory in the Dutch East Indies - the bleaching ground

Plants / Crescentia Cujete
The CALABASH-TREE, found by the conquistadors in the West Indies, depicted with other flora and fauna

West Indies Bermuda
The harbour of Hamilton on Bermuda Island, one of some 30 inhabited islands in the group of some 300 islands

West Indies Montserrat
Montserrat in the British Antilles is entirely volcanic

West Indies St Vincent
(Windward Islands) - The harbour seen from the sea, with the steamer Bosphorus either leaving or arriving

West Indies Dominican
(eastern part of Espanola) The harbour of Santo Domingo

West Indies St Thomas
(Virgin Islands) the harbour of Charlotte Amalie, viewed from the sea

W Indies Islas De Bahia
(also known as the Bay Islands) Coastal view

W Indies St Kitts
(Leeward Islands) Distant view of the harbour from the sea

Cuba Landscape
Landscape in the interior

Cuba Santiago
Santiago de Cuba, viewed from the sea

Cuba Havana
General view of the harbour

West Indies Bahamas
Street scene in Nassau, featuring the office of the American consul

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"Exploring the Indies: A Journey through Maps, Posters, and History" Embark on a captivating voyage as we delve into the enchanting world of the Indies. From the vibrant shores of Jamaica to the picturesque landscapes of the Caribbean islands, this collection unveils a tapestry of rich cultural heritage and untold stories. Maps guide us through uncharted territories, revealing hidden gems and exotic destinations. Discover Jamaica's allure as you trace its contours on an ancient map, envisioning palm-fringed beaches and cascading waterfalls that beckon adventurous souls. Step back in time with a vintage poster advertising Royal Mail Lines to the West Indies. Let your imagination set sail aboard majestic ships bound for paradise, where azure waters meet golden sands under endless blue skies. The Caribbean comes alive in vivid colors on another poster showcasing White Star's journey to these tropical havens. Feel the warmth of sun-kissed breezes as you immerse yourself in island life - from Trinidad's carnival extravaganza to Kingston's bustling Jubilee Market. History unfolds before our eyes with depictions of naval battles fought bravely in 1782. Witness Monsieur de St. George's valiant spirit captured by William Ward’s skilled hand; his legacy forever etched in time. Marvel at Martinique’s beauty through an exquisite map dating back to 1783 – an artistic masterpiece that transports us to lush rainforests and sugar plantations amidst colonial splendor. The MV Empire Windrush symbolizes hope and resilience as it carries dreams across oceans. Its arrival marks a turning point, igniting waves of cultural exchange between Britain and its beloved West Indies. Barrels brimming with molasses evoke memories of trade routes connecting London’s West India Docks with distant lands – sweet nectar bridging continents while intertwining cultures throughout history. Indies - not just a company but a testament to human connections forged over centuries; their impact reverberating through art, trade, and the shared experiences of diverse communities.