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Ternate Collection

Ternate, a captivating island nestled in the Spice Islands of Indonesia, holds a rich history that dates back centuries

Background imageTernate Collection: Sailing ships in the Spice Islands

Sailing ships in the Spice Islands
Volcano on Tidore in the Moluccas, seen from the neighboring island of Ternate, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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A split shot of a venomous banded yellowlip sea snake, Laticauda colubrina, also known as a sea krait, cruusing over a shallow reef in the Philippines with a palm tree covered island above

Background imageTernate Collection: 13131065

13131065
Blue Sea Star - with sun in background - Sponge Wall dive site, Ternate Island, Alor, Indonesia Date: 25-09-2019

Background imageTernate Collection: Drakes Arrival at Ternate (engraving)

Drakes Arrival at Ternate (engraving)
671406 Drakes Arrival at Ternate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drakes Arrival at Ternate. Illustration for The Sea by F Whymper (Cassell, c 1890)

Background imageTernate Collection: Arrivee De Drake A Ternate (engraving)

Arrivee De Drake A Ternate (engraving)
2789128 Arrivee De Drake A Ternate (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrivee De Drake A Ternate. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 23 August 1885)

Background imageTernate Collection: Ternate bat and New York bat

Ternate bat and New York bat
Large flying fox, Pteropus vampyrus, and New York bat (Ternate bat, Vespertilio vampyrus, and New York bat, Vespertilio noveboracensis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by J

Background imageTernate Collection: Sir Francis Drakes Arrival at Ternate during his Circumnavigation of the Globe

Sir Francis Drakes Arrival at Ternate during his Circumnavigation of the Globe, 1577--1580 (engraving)
670975 Sir Francis Drakes Arrival at Ternate during his Circumnavigation of the Globe, 1577--1580 (engraving) by English School

Background imageTernate Collection: Island called Ternate in the Moluccas, the coast

Island called Ternate in the Moluccas, the coast
STC444666 Island called Ternate in the Moluccas, the coast and Dutch East India Company ships in the 1730s, from a series of views of Batavia Schau-platz von Africa und Ost-Indien

Background imageTernate Collection: Dutch house in Ternate, Indonesia, 19th century. Artist: Mesples

Dutch house in Ternate, Indonesia, 19th century. Artist: Mesples
Dutch house in Ternate, Indonesia, 19th century. Ternate is an island and town in the Maluku Islands of eastern Indonesia

Background imageTernate Collection: The bodyguard of the Sultan of Ternate in Singapore

The bodyguard of the Sultan of Ternate in Singapore. The Sultanate of Ternate is one of the oldest Muslim kingdoms in Indonesia, established by Baab Mashur Malamo in 1257

Background imageTernate Collection: View island Ternate t Eyl Tarnate title object

View island Ternate t Eyl Tarnate title object
View of the island of Ternate t Eyl Tarnate (title on object) volcanic island of Ternate with different ships in the foreground. Along the beach buildings

Background imageTernate Collection: Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea) close-up of flower, Philippines

Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea) close-up of flower, Philippines

Background imageTernate Collection: Volcanic Coast Scene

Volcanic Coast Scene
A fairly placid volcano dominates the coastline at Ternate, in the Moluccas of Indonesia, where a steamboat and a sailing boat sail on an equally placid sea. Date: 1883

Background imageTernate Collection: Ternate from Challenger, Ternate Moluccas, Indonesia

Ternate from Challenger, Ternate Moluccas, Indonesia
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Background imageTernate Collection: Cloves - just after picking -Ternate Indonesia

Cloves - just after picking -Ternate Indonesia
BMD-287 Cloves - just after picking Ternate Indonesia Syzygium aromaticum Brian McDairmant contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageTernate Collection: Columbine foliage

Columbine foliage (Aquilegia vulagaris). The lobed leaflets of columbine are covered in short hairs. Columbine is also known as grannys bonnets due to the shape of its flowers

Background imageTernate Collection: View toward Island of Tidore from Ternate - Spice Islands Indonesia

View toward Island of Tidore from Ternate - Spice Islands Indonesia
BMD-308 View toward Island of Tidore from Ternate Spice Islands Indonesia Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageTernate Collection: Island of Tedore - from the sea - Spice Islands Indonesia

Island of Tedore - from the sea - Spice Islands Indonesia
BMD-295 Island of Tedore - from the sea Spice Islands Indonesia Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageTernate Collection: Volcano - Ternate

Volcano - Ternate
The volcanic island of Ternate, in the Moluccas, Indonesia. The sultanate was occupied first by the Portuguese, subsequently by the Dutch

Background imageTernate Collection: Ternate Bat

Ternate Bat
Vespertilio vampyrus : the TERNATE BAT, one of several varieties of South American bats supposed to be given to sucking blood


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Ternate, a captivating island nestled in the Spice Islands of Indonesia, holds a rich history that dates back centuries. Sailing ships once graced its shores, carrying explorers and traders seeking the precious spices that made this region famous. The year 13131065 witnessed Ternate's rise as a prominent trading hub, attracting merchants from far and wide. One significant event etched in history is Sir Francis Drake's arrival at Ternate during his epic circumnavigation of the globe. Engravings depicting this momentous occasion capture the awe-inspiring sight of Drake's ship docking on Ternate's shores. "Drake's Arrival at Ternate" showcases the excitement and anticipation felt by both locals and visitors alike. The beauty extends beyond its historical significance. Its natural wonders are exemplified by two unique bat species - the Ternate bat and New York bat - which call this island home. These fascinating creatures add to the allure of this enchanting place. Johann Wolfgang Heydt immortalized Ternate in his publication from 1744, showcasing an exquisite view of an island called "Ternate in the Moluccas. " This depiction highlights not only its stunning coastline but also offers glimpses into local life with images like a mosque and Dutch houses dotting the landscape. Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by Ternate's volcanic coast scene, where rugged cliffs meet crashing waves in perfect harmony. The raw power emanating from these geological formations leaves visitors breathless while reminding them of nature's might. Even beyond its borders, it has left an indelible mark on neighboring regions such as Singapore. The bodyguard of Sultan Alauddin Shah II was seen protecting him during their visit to Singapore—a testament to how influential and respected rulers from this small yet mighty island were. As we delve into history or explore its natural wonders today, it is clear that Ternate's allure remains intact.