Guiana Collection

Insects of Surinam
Plate 4 from Dissertatio de Generatione et Metamorphosibus Insectorum Surinamensium (1726) by Maria Sybilla Merian (1647-1717) & Johanna Helena Herolt (1668-1773)

East Street, Georgetown, Guyana, South America
East Street, Georgetown, Guyana (then British Guiana), South America, with water and trees in the middle. Date: circa 1910

Map of British Empire showing international cable
Map of the British Empire (coloured red), showing the All-British international cable going round the world, enabling telegraphic communication. Date: circa 1902

Capybara, Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris (Hydrochaerus cabiai). Native of Guiana
FLO4989098 Capybara, Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris (Hydrochaerus cabiai). Native of Guiana. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration from life by Col

Purple throated euphonia and green-winged saltator
5855191 Purple throated euphonia and green-winged saltator; (add.info.: Purple-throated euphonia, Euphonia chlorotica, and green-winged saltator, Saltator similis)

A member of the Carib tribe of Dutch Guyana, south America in the 19th century
3252971 A member of the Carib tribe of Dutch Guyana, south America in the 19th century; (add.info.: A member of the Carib tribe of Dutch Guyana, south America in the 19th century)

A member of the Arawak tribe of Dutch Guyana; south America in the 19th century
3252969 A member of the Arawak tribe of Dutch Guyana; south America in the 19th century; (add.info.: A member of the Arawak tribe of Dutch Guyana; south America in the 19th century)

Guardians of the Empire. The overseas forces who came to England for the coronation of King George V
2915340 Guardians of the Empire. The overseas forces who came to England for the coronation of King George V. From The Illustrated London News, 1910.; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Red palulu or macawflower, Heliconia bihai, and fruit of the Phenakospermum guyannense palm tree
FLO4627401 Red palulu or macawflower, Heliconia bihai, and fruit of the Phenakospermum guyannense palm tree. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte

Robert Hermann Schomburgk (1804-1865)
863488 Robert Hermann Schomburgk (1804-1865); (add.info.: Robert Hermann Schomburgk (1804-1865), British traveller and explorer, born at Freiburg, Germany

Armored catfish species, Acanthicus hystrix. Porcupine acanthicus, Acanthicus histrix. Fort St. Joaquin in the distance. Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Unau / two-toed sloth (Choloepus didactylus) portrait, French Guiana

Giant leaf frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor) climbing along branch in rainforest, Iwokrama Reserve, Guyana

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Les Guyanes Et L Amazonie (engraving)
2789144 Les Guyanes Et L Amazonie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Guyanes Et L Amazonie. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 4 July 1886)

DDE-90204663
Anteater, Cyclopes Didactylus Date: 22-01-2018

The Spread of Colonization, 1600-1700 (colour litho)
6016380 The Spread of Colonization, 1600-1700 (colour litho) by Shepherd, William R. (1871-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spread of Colonization, 1600-1700)

Sir Walter Raleigh at Trinidad, getting Information from the Spanish Soldiers regarding Guiana, 1595 (engraving)
670935 Sir Walter Raleigh at Trinidad, getting Information from the Spanish Soldiers regarding Guiana, 1595 (engraving) by English School

Lifting a canoe past a waterfall on Jules Crevauxs expedition to Guiana, 1876 (chromolitho)
2815907 Lifting a canoe past a waterfall on Jules Crevauxs expedition to Guiana, 1876 (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of the coast of Guyana, illustration from Regni Guianae by G
CHT202680 Map of the coast of Guyana, illustration from Regni Guianae by G. Raleigh (engraving) (b/w photo) by German School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale de Cartes et Plans, Paris

Inhabitants of French Guyana preparing Annatto, from Encyclopedie des Voyages
CHT177278 Inhabitants of French Guyana preparing Annatto, from Encyclopedie des Voyages by Jules Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757-1810) 1796 (coloured engraving) by Labrousse, L.F

Gold Seekers in French Guyana (b / w photo)
CHT202676 Gold Seekers in French Guyana (b/w photo) by French Photographer; Archives Nationales-Centre des Archives d Outre-Mer; eArchives Charmet; out of copyright

Guiana chestnut, Pachira insignis (Carolinea insignis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after Thomas Boys from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1825

Black-throated trogon, Trogon rufus, female (Rufous curucui, Trogon rufus). Copied from Martinets illustration of the Couroucou a queue rousse de Cayenne for Buffon

Head of a young antelope and wild civet of French Guiana. Le tete d un bouc bigarre, une civette sauvage a museau pointu. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration from nature by

Capybara, Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris (Hydrochaerus cabiai). Native of Guiana. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration from life by Col

Extract from Raleighs diary of his second voyage to Guiana
KDC441071 Extract from Raleighs diary of his second voyage to Guiana, showing entries for October 29, 30, and 11, 12 and 13 November, 1617 (pen & ink on paper) by Raleigh

Slopehead catfish, Ageneiosus inermis (Dawalla of the Arawaaks, Hypothalmus davalla). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Tiger sorubim, Pseudoplatystoma tigrinum (Striped platystoma, Platystoma tigrinum). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes

Platynematichthys notatus catfish (Stripe-tailed pimelodus, Pimelodus notatus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of

Flatwhiskered catfish, Pinirampus pirinampu (Black-spotted green pimelodus, Pimelodus insignis). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Blochs pim, Pimelodus blochii (Tiger pimelodus, Pimelodus arekaima). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of Guiana

Jaguar catfish, Liosomadoras oncinus (Marbled arius, Arius oncinus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of Guiana

Vignette showing Native Americans fishing
Title page with vignette showing Native Americans fishing with bow and arrow, nets and clubs, on the Essequibo river. Steel engraving by W.H

Portrait of Robert Schomburgk, Victorian ichthyologist, zoologist and diplomat. Steel engraving by Freeman from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of Guiana

Spiny catfish or bacu, Acanthodoras cataphractus (Chestnut-bellied doras, Doras castaneo-ventris). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Steindachnerina binotata (Double-marked salmon carp, Prochilodus binotatus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of

Bocachico or koulimata, Prochilodus rubrotaeniatus (Pale red-streaked salmon carp, Prochilodus rubro-taeniatus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Wolf fish, Hoplias malabaricus
Wolf fish, tiger fish or trahira, Hoplias malabaricus (Haimura, Erythrinus macrodon). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Banded schizodon or boga lisa, Schizodon fasciatus. Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of Guiana

Payara, Hydrolycus armatus (Strong-toothed hydrocyon, Hydrocyon? armatus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of Guiana

Cuviers pike-characin, Boulengerella cuvieri (Ocellated xiphostoma, Xiphostoma ocellatum). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Tetragonopterus chalceus (Schomburgks tetragonopterus, Tetragonopterus schomburgkii). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Pacu or pacupeba, Myleus pacu (Pacu of Guiana, Myletes pacu). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of Guiana

Spotted piranha, Serrasalmus marginatus (Red-bordered saw-bellied salmon, Serrasalmo emarginatus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Red-eye piranha, Serrasalmus rhombeus. Black saw-bellied salmon, Serrasalmo niger. Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of

Pygopristis denticulata piranha (Spotted saw-bellied salmon, Serrasalmo punctatus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes

Piraya piranha or San Francisco piranha, Pygocentrus piraya (Piranha saw-bellied salmon, Serrasalmo piranha). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

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Discover the enchanting wonders of Guiana, a captivating region that boasts an array of fascinating attractions. From the mesmerizing insects of Surinam to the intricate map showcasing the vast British Empire's international cable connections, a treasure trove waiting to be explored. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you visit the Estate Manager's house in Guyana, South America. Marvel at its architectural splendor and imagine life during colonial times. Stroll along High Street and East Street in Georgetown, Guyana's vibrant capital city, where old-world charm meets modern hustle and bustle. Venture into nature's realm and encounter extraordinary creatures like the armored catfish species known as Acanthicus hystrix. Witness their unique adaptations that make them true survivors in their aquatic habitats. Be captivated by the portrait of Unau or two-toed sloth (Choloepus didactylus) in French Guiana - a gentle creature embodying tranquility amidst lush surroundings. Embark on an adventure through Iwokrama Reserve and witness firsthand the awe-inspiring sight of a giant leaf frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor) gracefully climbing along branches within its rainforest habitat. Feel connected to nature as you appreciate its delicate balance. Experience authentic indigenous heritage by meeting a Native Indian family from Guyana, South America. Learn about their traditions, customs, and deep-rooted connection with this magnificent land they call home. Indulge in luxurious comfort at Tower Hotel while enjoying breathtaking views of Georgetown skyline – a testament to Guiana's evolving urban landscape blending harmoniously with natural beauty. Explore General view for an encompassing perspective on Georgetown’s diverse architecture reflecting both colonial influences and contemporary designs. Admire Law Courts' grandeur standing tall as guardians of justice within this dynamic cityscape. Guiana beckons adventurers seeking untamed wilderness intertwined with cultural tapestry – offering unforgettable experiences that will leave an indelible mark on your soul.