New Guinea Collection

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Map of the Pacific island groups, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Australia, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are shown as ridges and flat areas. Southeast Asia (top left), New Zealand (lower right) and Antarctica (bottom right)

17th century map of the New World

Kaleidoscopic image of Clarks anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii), Ambon, Indonesia

Electric fileclam / Disco clam (Ctenoides ales). West Papua, Indonesia. Indo-West Pacific

Portrait of Bigfin squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) hovering in open water above a coral reef at night. Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Red sea fan (Melithaea sp.) is surrounded by Glassfish ( Apogon sp.) on a coral reef. Daram Islands, Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Vogelkop superb bird-of-paradise (Lophorina niedda) male, performing courtship display on his display log, flashing false blue eye spots, a bright yellow gape, and blue breast shield

RF- Western clownfish (Amphiprion oceallaris) in Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica). Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Papua, New Guinea, native village
Native village on Humboldt Bay, Papua, New Guinea, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Beautiful Butterflies: A collector at work in New Guinea (colour litho)
6003270 Beautiful Butterflies: A collector at work in New Guinea (colour litho) by Twidle, Arthur (1865-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: A collector at work in New Guinea)

Striped eel catfish (Plotosus lineatus). School of juvenile striped eel catfish. These catfish have highly venomous spines and can reach up to 32 centimetres in length

Tasseled wobbegong shark (Eucrossorhinus dasypogon) yawning. Citrus Ridge, Yanggefo Island, Gam Island, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Gorgonian sea fans (Acalycigorgia sp) on coral reef at Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Thakambau's House (engraving)
8651260 Thakambau's House (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thakambau's House. New Guinea)

Levuka (engraving)
8648097 Levuka (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Levuka. New Guinea. Illustration for Picturesque Atlas of Australasia edited by Andrew Garran)

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Muruk (engraving)
8676397 Muruk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Muruk (dwarf cassowary), flightless bird of New Guinea and New Britain

Map of East India Islands with New Guinea, c.1900 (engraving)
533036 Map of East India Islands with New Guinea, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of East India Islands, with an inset of New Guinea, circa 1902)

Photograph of Captain Thomson with people from the Admiralty Islands. Scientific discovery expedition of HMS Challenger
7342587 Photograph of Captain Thomson with people from the Admiralty Islands. Scientific discovery expedition of HMS Challenger (1858) 1872-76

Map of New Guinea and Bismarck Archipelago, c.1900 (engraving)
533344 Map of New Guinea and Bismarck Archipelago, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago, circa 1902)

Sir John Bates Thurston, KCMG (engraving)
8648095 Sir John Bates Thurston, KCMG (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Bates Thurston, KCMG. New Guinea)

House of a Native Chief (engraving)
8648093 House of a Native Chief (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House of a Native Chief. New Guinea)

illustration. circa 1884.depicting a frilled-necked lizard
5306717 illustration. circa 1884.depicting a frilled-necked lizard; Universal History Archive/UIG.

King Thakambau (engraving)
8648094 King Thakambau (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Thakambau. New Guinea)

New Guinea and the Papuan Archipelago (colour litho)
8653613 New Guinea and the Papuan Archipelago (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Guinea and the Papuan Archipelago)

Photograph of Admiralty Islanders. Scientific discovery expedition of HMS Challenger (1858) 1872-76
7342586 Photograph of Admiralty Islanders. Scientific discovery expedition of HMS Challenger (1858) 1872-76, album of Assistant Paymaster John Hynes (b/w photo) by Unknown Artist

History and origins of tattooing - Ritual tattoos of a native of New Guinea Islands
5315228 History and origins of tattooing - Ritual tattoos of a native of New Guinea Islands; (add.info.: History and origins of tattooing - Ritual tattoos of a native of New Guinea Islands)

Engraving depicting the lake dwellings in New Guinea, 19th century (engraving)
3521973 Engraving depicting the lake dwellings in New Guinea, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the lake dwellings in New Guinea. 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Dead House (engraving)
8648101 Dead House (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dead House. New Guinea)

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Thakambau's Canoe (engraving)
8651259 Thakambau's Canoe (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thakambau's Canoe. New Guinea)

Children of All Nations: New Guinea (colour litho)
8659240 Children of All Nations: New Guinea (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Guinea)

Male ancestor figure named Malabi, c.1890-1910 (wood and paint)
1068303 Male ancestor figure named Malabi, c.1890-1910 (wood and paint) by Oceanic; 227.33x33.65x22.86 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Dr William M'Gregor, CMG (engraving)
8648102 Dr William M'Gregor, CMG (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr William M'Gregor, CMG. New Guinea)

Friendship
Tantoyensen

'La Nouvelle-Guinee; Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'La Nouvelle-Guinee; Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Pont jete sur une riviere de la Nouvelle-Guinee britannioue; Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Pont jete sur une riviere de la Nouvelle-Guinee britannioue; Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Female Peacock-mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) carrying her eggs, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Unidentified Planthopper insect (Euricania cf. splendida) from the family Ricaniidae, Willaumez Peninsula, New Britain, Papua New Guinea, December

Schmidts wrinkled ground frog (Cornufer schmidti / Platymantis schmidti), endemic to the Bismarck Arpichelago, Willaumez Peninsula, New Britain, Papua New Guinea, December

RF - Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Portrait of a Giant frogfish (Antennarius commersoni) on a large Yellow elephant ear sponge (Ianthella basta). Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Portrait of a large female Reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) swimming over a coral reef. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Free swimming mimic octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus). Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) viewed from above, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua. Indonesia

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New Guinea, a land of diverse wonders and breathtaking beauty. From the topographic map of Australia to the 17th-century map of the New World, this island holds centuries of history within its borders. But it's not just about ancient maps; it's also home to mesmerizing marine life like the Electric fileclam and Disco clam found in West Papua, Indonesia. The RF-Western clownfish gracefully dances among the Magnificent sea anemone in perfect harmony. And let's not forget about the Bigfin squid, with its mysterious allure as it hovers above open water. Venturing into Papua New Guinea, we discover native villages that have preserved their traditions for generations. The kaleidoscopic image of Clarks anemonefish takes us on a visual journey to Ambon, Indonesia. In this enchanting place, even butterflies captivate our attention. A collector diligently works amidst vibrant colors in New Guinea while admiring their delicate beauty. Underwater secrets unfold as we encounter fascinating creatures like Striped eel catfish and Tasseled wobbegong shark yawning off Citrus Ridge on Yanggefo Island. Exploring further beneath the surface reveals gorgonian sea fans adorning coral reefs at Raja Ampat in West Papua, Indonesia – a true spectacle for nature enthusiasts. New Guinea is more than just a name; it represents an extraordinary blend of natural wonders and cultural heritage waiting to be discovered by those who seek adventure and awe-inspiring experiences.