Nation Collection (page 10)

House of a Chinese Mandarin (bureaucrat), distinguished by two large flag poles with banners at the gate. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Colonnade or peristyle of Yuanmingyuan pavilion, Peking. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Courtyard of the audience room in the Imperial Palace, Peking. Handcoloured illustration and copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Gate of the Imperial Palace in Peking, China. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Front elevation of Chinese temples. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Plan and elevation of Honang pagoda, Canton, China. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Plans and elevations of an ancient Chinese temple. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Plinths and columns from Chinese architecture. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Gaucho soldiers drinking mate tea armed with muskets and swords, near the east bank of the River Plate. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Nasi from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

View of the market square in Buenos Aires
View from the arch of the Recova on the east of the market square in Buenos Aires, Argentina, early 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Market square in Buenos Aires, Argentina, early 19th century, with the guardhouse on the right and fort on the left. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes

Pirates of the West Indies, armed with musket
Male and female pirates of the West Indies, armed with musket and cutlass, early 1800s. The buccaneer at left wears a linen shirt dyed with animal blood

Rattan table and baskets made by the Island
Rattan table and baskets for food and fish made by the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Hammock and beer-fermenting net of the Island
Hammock, rattan basket, cassava beer-fermenting net, and other utensils made by the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies

Ornaments of the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies, including garters and body paint of roucou or achiote dye. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios

House of the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies. A man relaxes in a hammock under a thatched roof, with rattan basket, rattan table and water jug

Woven hammock used by the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

View of the city of Paramaribo, Surinam, with sailing ships in the harbour. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

View of the town of Ilheus, Bahia, Brazil, early 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

The Carioca Aquaduct of Rio de Janeiro, early 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Dance festival of the Camacan people, Bahia, Brazil. Men in foliage headdress, women and children dance in a circle around a fire

Territorial duels between Botocudo tribesmen, Brazil
Territorial duels between Botocudo tribesmen including wrestling and stick fighting to decide a hunting ground violation. River Belmonte, Brazil

Portraits of Botocudo people of Brazil with their distinctive wooden lip and ear plugs, including the brave chief Jeparack and a decorated shrunken head

Tools and utensils of the Botocudo people, Brazil. Kindle stick 2, bag 3, codpiece 4, necklace 5, knife 6, bone dagger to pierce coconuts 7, wooden water container 8

Botocudo chief with lip and ear plugs, Amazon, Brazil
Botocudo chief and family with their distinctive lip and ear plugs, Amazon, Brazil. Naked man with bow and arrows, woman carrying children and bag

Nomadic Puri family relaxing in a hut, Brazil
Nomadic Puri family relaxing in a hut made of leaves and branches, man lying in hammock, woman roasting meat on a fire. Amazon, Brazil

Puri people moving through the Amazon jungle
Nomadic Puri people armed with spears and sticks moving through the Amazon jungle. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Arms and utensils of the extinct Puri and Coroados, Brazil
Arms and utensils of the extinct Puri and Coroados people, of Paraiba, Brazil, including bow, arrow, necklace and bag made of vines and branches

View of the Jesuit mission at St. Fidelis on the Paraiba river, Brazil. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Nasi from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Araucanian Mapuche or Moluche leader with tunic and axe, women in woven dresses, and cavalry with spear and pennant. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes

Spanish gaucho cowboys of Paraguay playing cards and gambling near a herd of cattle. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

View of Buenos Aires, Argentina, early 19th century, showing cathedral, churches, houses and bay. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Native Americans of Paraguay converted by Jesuits shown wearing clothes, plowing the land, spinning yarn, and living in a timber house with a shrine to the Virgin Mary and Jesus

Hunters of the Wayana (Guayana) people of Paraguay with spears and bows wearing feather headdresses. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Indigenous Mapuche of Chile playing ciueca or palin
Indigenous Mapuche of Chile playing the game of ciueca or palin, a hockey-like game with sticks and large ball. Copied from G. Bramati

Dance of the indigenous people of Chile. Men and women dance in a circle around a drummer, a man holding a standard, and flasks of wine

Costumes of the people of Concepcion, Chile, with women in shawls, full skirts with many petticoats, copied from La Perouse

Costumes of the inhabitants of Santiago, Chile. Men in ceremonial poncho and hat, and a hunter in loincloth with spear. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Luigi Giarre from Giulio Ferrrarios

Ruins of a circular Incan fortress at Canar, Ecuador. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Luigi Giarre from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Incan fortress-palace with temple of the Sun at Ingapirca
Elevation and plan of the ruins of an Incan fortress-palace with temple of the Sun at Ingapirca, near Canar, Ecuador. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Nasi from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes

Ruins of the Inca Palace (tambo) at Callo, Cotopaix, Ecuador. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Nasi from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

Marriage ceremony among the Inca royal family - the Inca Emperor in red cape presides over the wedding of a prince. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Luigi Giarre from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes

The despair of the sun-worshipping Peruvian Incas during a lunar eclipse. The people bang drums and tambourines, whip dogs and scream to prevent the eclipse

The mercy of Mayta-Capac after the conquest of Cac-Yaviri
The mercy of Mayta-Capac, fourth Emperor of the Incas, after the conquest of Cac-Yaviri. The Collao people offer their own lives and their naked women and children

Inca puberty rites (huarachicoy) during Capac Raymi wherein boys become warriors, and receive breechclouts (huara) and weapons, have their nails clipped and ears pierced

Inca Emperor Manco-Capac and Queen Coya Mama-Ocllo
Manco-Capac, cofounder and ruler of the Incan Empire, with his sister/wife Queen Coya Mama-Ocllo. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Luigi Giarre from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Costumes of Lima, Peru
Costumes of the people of Lima, Peru. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli)

View of city and mountain of Potosi, Bolivia, and its silver mines. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Nasi from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

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"The Nation Makers: A Glimpse into the Revolutionary Battle of Brandywine in 1777" This captivating oil on canvas painting by Howard Pyle, created in 1906, transports us back to a pivotal moment during the Revolutionary War. Depicting the Battle of Brandywine, it serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by our nation's founding fathers and their unwavering determination to shape a new destiny. "United Kingdom at Night: Witnessing Majesty from Space" Behold this breathtaking view captured from space - an awe-inspiring sight that showcases the vibrant lights illuminating the United Kingdom at night. From bustling cities to serene countryside landscapes, this image encapsulates both the diversity and unity within our nation. "Orteliuss Map: Exploring the Ottoman Empire's Vast Territories" Step back in time with this remarkable map dating back to 1570, crafted by Abraham Ortelius. It offers a glimpse into the vast expanse of territories under Ottoman rule during its peak. This historical artifact reminds us of how nations evolve and reshape over centuries. "Inaugural Remembrance Day: Honoring Heroes Who Shaped Our Nation" On November 11th, 1919, we marked our first Remembrance Day - a solemn occasion dedicated to honoring those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. This poignant image captures not only grief but also resilience as we pay tribute to heroes who have shaped our nation's history. "Scotland from Above: Captivating Beauty Revealed through Satellite Lens" Feast your eyes upon Scotland's stunning landscape as seen from space. This satellite image unveils nature's masterpiece - rolling hills, majestic lochs, and rugged coastlines come together harmoniously, and is a testament to Scotland's enduring spirit and its place within our great nation. "A Glimpse into History.