Orinoco Collection

The first steamer on the Orinoco (engraving)
966800 The first steamer on the Orinoco (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first steamer on the Orinoco)

Redeye piranha, Serrasalmus rhombeus (Rhombic salmon, Salmo rhombeus). Illustration drawn
FLO4683952 Redeye piranha, Serrasalmus rhombeus (Rhombic salmon, Salmo rhombeus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

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Savannah Side-necked Turtle (Podocnemis vogli) released after being found by fishermen in the river, Orinoco River, 110 Km north of Puerto Ayacucho. Apure Province, Venezuela. Date: 27/06/2011

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Brown Caiman (Caiman crocodilus fuscus), subspecies of Caiman crocodilus & Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes), Hato Masaguarel working farm and biological station, Gua

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Jaguarundi, (Felis yagouraoundi), captive, Belize. Date: 17/02/2005

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South America, Orinoco Region, Amazon Basin. Dwarf Caimen (Paleosuchus palpebrosus) Date: 10/11/2005

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Jaguarundi, (Herpailurus yagaouroundi), endangered, Central & South America. Date: 17/02/2005

Tree-dwellers of the Orinoco (engraving)
7192460 Tree-dwellers of the Orinoco (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tree-dwellers of the Orinoco)

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Blackfin icefish, Chaenocephalus aceratus, swimming under ice. Unlike other vertebrates, fish of the Date: 14-Nov-19

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Blackfin icefish, Chaenocephalus aceratus, swimming under ice. Unlike other vertebrates, fish of the Date: 14-Nov-19

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Ocellated icefish, Chionodraco rastrospinosus, resting on seabed under ice. Unlike other vertebrates Date: 14-Nov-19

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Crocodile icefish, Pagetopsis maculatus, eating Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba). Live usualy on Date: 14-Nov-19

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Antarctic toothfish, Dissostichus mawsoni. Dorsal view swimming over muddy deep seabed. It's the lar Date: 14-Nov-19

Wildlife on the middle Orinoco, Venezuela (colour litho)
5226608 Wildlife on the middle Orinoco, Venezuela (colour litho) by Goering, Christian Anton (1836-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wildlife on the middle Orinoco, Venezuela)

The Royal West India Mail New Steam-Ship "Orinoco"(engraving)
1607292 The Royal West India Mail New Steam-Ship " Orinoco" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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

Monkeys of Guiana, South America, by Humboldt
Monkeys of the river Orinoco, Guiana, South America, by Humboldt. Three-striped night monkey, Aotus trivirgatus 1, red-backed saki, Pithecia chiropotes 2, black-headed uakari

Humboldt on the Orinoco (engraving)
2796951 Humboldt on the Orinoco (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humboldt on the Orinoco)

Launch of the "Orinoco, "West India Mail Steamer, at Northfleet Dockyard (engraving)
1625628 Launch of the " Orinoco, " West India Mail Steamer, at Northfleet Dockyard (engraving) by English School

South America (coloured engraving)
3630120 South America (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South America)

First Steamboat on the Orinoco (engraving)
664799 First Steamboat on the Orinoco (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First Steamboat on the Orinoco)

Scenes in Venezuela (b / w photo)
1604970 Scenes in Venezuela (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes in Venezuela. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 January 1896)

Indian house on the Orinoco River (coloured engraving)
3630112 Indian house on the Orinoco River (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian house on the Orinoco River)

Steamboat Travelling on the Orinoco (engraving)
664800 Steamboat Travelling on the Orinoco (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steamboat Travelling on the Orinoco)

The Orinoco at high water (engraving)
971307 The Orinoco at high water (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Orinoco at high water)

VENEZUELA / ORINOCO 1894
Orinoco river: with pink flamingoes and lush vegetation Date: 1894

Venezuela, Warao Mother and Child of the Orinoco
A beautiful portrait of a Warao Mother and Child of the Orinoco Delta region. The Warao (" the boat people" ) are an indigenous people inhabiting northeastern Venezuela and western Guyana

Piaroas ceremonial masks. 1960. Venezuela
Piaroas ceremonial masks: Spirit of the Forest (Redyo), monkey and Peccary mask. 1960. Venezuela. Ethnographic Museum. Budapest. Hungary

Cataracts of Maypures map
Engraving by Alexander Humboldt, April 1800. This map depicts an area of the Orinoco river in South America. Date: 1800

Middle caicos conch bar caves
A rare glimpse inside the very remote Conch Bar Caves, located in Conch Bar, a village on Middle Caicos. This park protects 15mi of underground caverns

Middle Caicos Conch Bar Caves Turks and Caicos
Conch Bar Caves is located in Conch Bar, a village on Middle Caicos. This park protects 15mi of underground caverns, one of the largest cave systems in the Caribbean region

Picture No. 10776717
Girl - Warao Indian Date:

Venezuela / Orinoco 1894
VENEZUELA - The banks of the Orinoco teem with picturesque wildlife, but some it can be dangerous, too - note that leopard prowling nearby

Picture No. 11981100
Orinoco Goose, Los Llanos, Colombia Date:

Maipure Indians grilling the legs of a dead enemy
Maipure Indians, inhabitants of the Upper Orinoco river, grilling the legs of a dead enemy. Italian Engraving 1781. Colored

Dark Indian cave entrance on middle Caicos
The entrance to a bat filled Indian cave located on the remote island of Middle Caicos, Turks and Caicos

Picture No. 11770727
Orinoco Crocodile Los llanos, Venezuela Date:

Picture No. 11676369
Tambaqui / Black Pacu similar shape to Piranha but a herbivorous fish (composite image) Date:

Satellite view of eastern Columbia and northern Venezuela
January 2, 2010 - In eastern Colombia (left) and northern Venezuela (right), a vast stretch of grassland plains called the Llanos rests at the foothills of the Andes Mountains

Launch of the Orinoco, West India Mail Steamer at Northfleet Dockyard, Kent, England, Uk, 1851 Engraving

A chart of the West Indies from Cape Cod to River Oronoque from Atlas maritimus by John Seller
XOS1765716 A chart of the West Indies from Cape Cod to River Oronoque from Atlas maritimus by John Seller, 1682 (hand coloured engraving) by Seller, John (1632-97); 12x14 cm; New York Public Library

Sea chart of the Gulf of Paria to the mouth of the Orinoco river, Orinoquia, Venezuela, Jan Luyken, Claes Jansz Voogt, Johannes van Keulen I, 1684-1799

Picture No. 10887938
Orinoco Delta Warao Indians - washing clothes Date:

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Orinoco Delta Warao Indians Date:

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Orinoco Delta Warao Indians - washing clothes Date:

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Girls - Warao Indian Date:

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Girl - Warao Indian Date:

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Orinoco Goose - grazing (Neochen jubata) Date:

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The Orinoco River, flowing through the heart of Venezuela, holds a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and natural wonders. One such marvel is the Warao Mother and Child of the Orinoco, capturing the essence of their indigenous community's resilience and love. In DDE-90038723, we witness their deep bond as they navigate the river's currents with grace and determination. The image in DDE-90038722 reveals their harmonious existence amidst lush greenery, reminding us of their profound connection to nature. As we delve deeper into this enchanting world, DDE-90038213 introduces us to tree-dwellers who call the Orinoco home. This engraving transports us to a realm where humans coexist with towering trees, forming an intricate ecosystem that sustains life along its banks. Amidst these captivating scenes lies a sense of tranquility captured in D-69673. The peacefulness exuded by this photograph resonates with the serenity found within this untamed paradise. In contrast, D-69672 showcases vibrant hues reflecting off shimmering waters—a testament to both its beauty and power. Exploring further downstream in search of hidden treasures brings us face-to-face with intriguing artifacts depicted in D-69671. These remnants from ancient civilizations whisper tales from centuries past—stories waiting to be unraveled by curious minds eager for knowledge. However, it is not just history that captivates our attention; it is also the present-day inhabitants who make this region truly remarkable. In D-69670, we encounter modern-day guardians protecting their ancestral lands against encroaching threats—an unwavering commitment passed down through generations. Finally, our journey concludes on a note of unity portrayed in D-69668—the diverse people living along the Orinoco coming together for celebrations filled with music and dance. Their joyous spirit echoes across time and space as they celebrate life amidst this awe-inspiring landscape.