Polynesia Collection

Captain Cook killed by Hawaiian natives, 1779
Death of English explorer Captain James Cook in the Sandwich Islands (Hawaii), 1779. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a painting

MAP: HAWAII, 1905. Map of the Hawaiian Islands printed in the United States in 1905

Kaanapali beach, Maui, Hawaii, USA

British Ceylon, or Sri Lanka 1851
A fine facimile artworked from an antique original map of British Ceylon or Sri Lanka, issued as part of the 1851 edition of John Tallis and Companys " The Illustrated Atlas

GPAC2A-00018
Map of the Pacific island groups, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Map of Hawaii, 1870s
Map of the Hawaiian islands, 1870s. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Rupe Rupe (Fruit Gathering), 1899. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Rupe Rupe (Fruit Gathering), 1899. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Sand and surf at Lumahai Beach, Island of Kauai, Hawaii USA
Sand and surf at Lumahai Beach, Island of Kauai, Hawaii, USA

Picture No. 10767726
Great Hammerhead Shark - With diver Valerie Taylor (Sphyrna lewini) Date:

Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands, South Pacific

Sunset over the Na Pali Coast from Ke e Beach, Haena State Park, Kauai, Hawaii USA
Sunset over the Na Pali Coast from Ke e Beach, Haena State Park, Kauai, Hawaii, USA

Lava steam vent glowing at night in the Halemaumau Crater, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii USA

Chile, Easter Island, Hanga Nui. Rapa Nui National Park, Ahu Tongariki (aka Tonariki). Fifteen large moi statues on the largest ceremonial platform in all of Polynesia. Moi with pukao (headdress)

Native Hawaiian village on Kauai, 1800s
Hawaiian huts of Waimea on Kauai Island, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Black Tip reef shark - A male swimming above a female Black Tip reef shark
VT-8636 Black-tip / Blacktip Reef shark - A male swimming above a female Black-tip / Blacktip Reef shark, Not considered dangerous to man these smallish sharks inhabit onshore reefs

Easter Island - Moai Statues
JPF-7993 Easter Island - Moai Statues Chile Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Sunrise over Tongariki, Easter Island, Chile

Sunset through silhouetted palm trees, Kona Coast, The Big Island, Hawaii

Opunohu Bay and Mount Rotui, Moorea, French Polynesia, South Pacific Ocean, Pacific

Palm trees and beach, Bora Bora, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Aerial view of atoll and reefs, Aitutaki, Cook Islands, Polynesia, South Pacific, Pacific

Stingray - These large soft rays live on sand in the Moorea lagoon. They have become a tourist attraction
VT-8656 STINGRAY - These large soft rays live on sand in the Moorea lagoon. They have become a tourist attraction. Moorea, French Polynesia

Salt Pond Park located on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, USA

Bora-Bora, Leeward group, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific Islands, Pacific

Map of Australia 1883
Map of Australia

Eu haere ia oe (Woman Holding a Fruit. Where Are You Going?), 1893. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Eu haere ia oe (Woman Holding a Fruit. Where Are You Going?), 1893. Detail. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Hawaiians in the mid-1800s
Diamond Head and Waikiki in the Hawaiian Islands, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Polynesian Girls Dressed in Traditional Costume with Leis (Flower Garlands), Aitutaki, Polynesia / South Pacific, Cook Islands

Mountain impression Taranaki (Mount Egmont) - New Zealand, North Island, Taranaki, New Plymouth, Lake Mangamahoe

cartography, compass rose, indian ocean, map, melanesia, mercator projection, micronesia, new zealand, no people, oceania, pacific ocean, political map, polynesia, tropic of capricorn, australia

Plumeria flowers, Island of Kauai, Hawaii

Surf crashing on rocks at Secret Beach (Kauapea Beach), Kilauea Lighthouse visible, Kauai, Hawaii

Hawaiian women dancing the hula, 1800s
Hula-hula performed by Hawaiian natives, mid-1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Grey Reef shark - in the Tumotos, French Polynesia. There are thousands of these sharks living in the passes into
VT-8651 Grey Reef SHARK - Close-up, Potentially dangerous. In the Tumotos, French Polynesia Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos There are thousands of these sharks living in the passes into the lagoons

view of a Samoan Pe a tattoo, 19th Century (photo)
1079611 view of a Samoan Pe a tattoo, 19th Century (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pe a is the popular name of the traditional male tattoo of Samoa)

Aerial view of Bora Bora island and blue lagoon
Aerial view of Bora Bora island with Mt Otemanu and blue lagoon. Bora Bora, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific Islands

Red Kona coffee cherries on the vine, Captain Cook, The Big Island, Hawaii USA

Picture No. 10767933
Diver Valerie Taylor & Grey Reef shark, (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) Date:

Picture No. 10767730
Black-tip / Blacktip Reef - Swims over diver, camera women Valerie Taylor. Black Tips are considered harmless. (Carcharhinus melanopterus) Date:

Homo sp. skulls C016 / 5933
Side views of Homo erectus (Sangiran), H. heidelbergensis (Broken Hill), H. neanderthalensis, (La Ferrassie) and H. sapiens (Polynesia) skulls. Natural History Museum, London, UK

Port of Apia, Samoa (chromolitho)
2782564 Port of Apia, Samoa (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port of Apia, Samoa. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

Lake Matheson - New Zealand, South Island, West Coast, Westland, Westland National Park, Fox Glacier, Lake Matheson, Southern Alps

Cliff landscape - New Zealand, North Island, Auckland, Waitakere Ranges, Piha Beach

Coast landscape at Three Sisters - New Zealand, North Island, Taranaki, New Plymouth, North Taranaki Bight, Tongaporutu, Three Sisters

Two Tahitian Women, 1899 (oil on canvas)
3432880 Two Tahitian Women, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 94x72.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright

Hibiscus flower in the Galaxy Garden, Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary, Kona Coast, The Big Island, Hawaii USA

Manta ray in Goofnuw Channel, Yap

Picture No. 10767571
Black-tip / Blacktip Reef Sharks - Swimming around diver. (Carcharhinus melanopterus) Date:

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Polynesia, a captivating paradise of rich history and breathtaking beauty. From the ancient times when Captain Cook met his tragic fate at the hands of Hawaiian natives in 1779 to the vibrant landscapes that grace its islands today, a land filled with wonder. Take a journey back in time as you explore this map of Hawaii from 1905, printed in the United States. It showcases the intricate details of each island, offering a glimpse into how these enchanting lands were perceived over a century ago. Immerse yourself in the artistry of Paul Gauguin's "Rupe Rupe (Fruit Gathering)" painted in 1899. This masterpiece captures Polynesian life through vivid colors and depicts scenes that transport you to another era. Feel your toes sink into the warm sand as you stroll along Kaanapali beach on Maui, one of Hawaii's most renowned destinations. The gentle waves beckon you to dive into their embrace while soaking up the sun-kissed atmosphere. Witness nature's spectacle as day turns into night over Na Pali Coast at Ke'e Beach within Haena State Park on Kauai. The golden hues paint an awe-inspiring canvas against towering cliffs and crashing waves, leaving you breathless with every sunset. Venture deeper into Polynesia's natural wonders by exploring Lumahai Beach on Kauai. Its pristine sands and crystal-clear waters are an invitation for tranquility and serenity amidst lush tropical surroundings. Marvel at Halemaumau Crater within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park where lava steam vents glow ominously under starlit skies. This mesmerizing sight reminds us of Mother Nature's raw power and ever-changing landscape. Delve even further back in time as we glimpse into Native Hawaiian village life during the 1800s on Kauai. These ancestral homes stand testament to their rich cultural heritage, inviting us to learn more about the traditions and customs that shaped Polynesia.