Diemens Collection

Australia c. 1760, from Atlas de Toutes Les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre by Cartographer Rigobert Bonne pub
5242663 Australia c. 1760, from Atlas de Toutes Les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre by Cartographer Rigobert Bonne pub. Geneva c. 1760.

Colonel David Collins, after a print dating from the 1880's
3432497 Colonel David Collins, after a print dating from the 1880's; Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel David Collins, 1756-1810)

Australia c. 1760, Mercator projection, from Atlas de Toutes Les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre by Cartographer
5242662 Australia c. 1760, Mercator projection, from Atlas de Toutes Les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre by Cartographer Rigobert Bonne pub. Geneva c. 1760.

Natives of Tasmania (Van Diemens Land)
Natives of Tasmania, Van Diemens Land. Grou Agara, man with scarification on his chest and animal-skin cape, and Arra-Maida, woman with child on her back in kangaroo papoose

Rices wattle or Mr. T. Spring Rices acacia, Acacia riceana. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by Mrs Augusta Withers from Benjamin Maund and the Rev

View of the town of Hobart, Tasmania, 1821
View of the town of Hobart, Tasmania, with 2, 700 inhabitants in 400 homes, 1821. Showing the government building, school, church, prison, battery and telegraph signals

A Man of Van Diemens Land (Tasmania) encountered during Cooks visit Date: circa 1770

Rear-Admiral Sir John Franklin, 1786 A

Australia Circa 1760. Mercator Projection. From Atlas De Toutes Les Parties Connues Du Globe Terrestre By Cartographer Rigobert Bonne Published Geneva Circa 1760

Australia Circa 1760. From Atlas De Toutes Les Parties Connues Du Globe Terrestre By Cartographer Rigobert Bonne Published Geneva Circa 1760

Hobart convict barracks, Tasmania
Convict barracks at Hobart, Tasmania (formerly Van Diemens Land) Date: 1830s

Tasmanian Probation Station
A convict probation station in Tasmania (known as Van Diemens Land until 1856). In the foreground a group of convicts going about their work are supervised by an armed guard. Date: 19th century

New Church at Launceston, Van Diemens Land, Tasmania, Australia, 1851 Engraving

Racial / Tasmania C1770
A Woman and Child of Van Diemens Land (Tasmania) encountered during Cooks visit

Cook Lands in Tasmania
He lands at Adventure Bay, Van Diemens Land (Tasmania)

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"Discovering the Enigmatic Diemens: Unveiling Tasmania's Rich History and Culture" Step into the world of the Diemens, the native inhabitants of Tasmania, also known as Van Diemens Land. From their encounters with explorers like Captain Cook to their ancient burial sites, this captivating land holds tales waiting to be unraveled. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Rices Wattle or Mr. T. Spring Rices Acacia, a vibrant symbol of Tasmania's unique flora. As you explore further, let your gaze wander over an enchanting view of Hobart in 1821 – a town that has witnessed centuries of transformation. Journey back in time to witness life at the Hobart convict barracks and Tasmanian Probation Station, where echoes from Australia's colonial past still resonate today. Marvel at an Aboriginal burial site, a solemn reminder of Tasmania's indigenous heritage that stretches far beyond our comprehension. Meet Rear-Admiral Sir John Franklin, whose remarkable exploits shaped Tasmania's history and left an indelible mark on its identity. Delve deeper into this fascinating era through meticulously crafted maps from Rigobert Bonne’s Atlas De Toutes Les Parties Connues Du Globe Terrestre published in Geneva circa 1760. Finally, marvel at the New Church at Launceston – a testament to faith and resilience amidst adversity – standing tall since 1851. Join us as we embark on a journey through time and space to uncover the hidden stories etched within Van Diemens Land. Let these glimpses into its rich tapestry ignite your curiosity for exploration and appreciation for this extraordinary corner of Australia.