Malay Archipelago Collection

Chinese man and a Malaysian woman
Chinese businessman and a Malaysian woman in traditional attire, 1800s. Antique hand-colored print

Papua, New Guinea, native village
Native village on Humboldt Bay, Papua, New Guinea, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Asia. Computer artwork, based on a satellite image, of Asia. North is at top. Water is blue, vegetation is green and desert is yellow

CARTOGRAPHY "Malaysia or Sunda Islands" early 1900s (print)
6202968 CARTOGRAPHY "Malaysia or Sunda Islands" early 1900s (print); (add.info.: CARTOGRAPHY "Malaysia or Sunda Islands". Flag, cartography and view of the capital Batavia)

Great Birds of Paradise from the Aru Islands, Malay Archipelago (colour litho)
8644898 Great Birds of Paradise from the Aru Islands, Malay Archipelago (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Birds of Paradise from the Aru Islands)

Ludisia discolor orchid (Anoectochilus dawsonianus). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte
FLO4628547 Ludisia discolor orchid (Anoectochilus dawsonianus). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire's Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Siam and the Malay Archipelago (colour litho)
8653606 Siam and the Malay Archipelago (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siam and the Malay Archipelago)

Map of the Portuguese Colonial Dominions in India and the Malay Archipelago, 1498 -1580, 1923 (engraving)
2603519 Map of the Portuguese Colonial Dominions in India and the Malay Archipelago, 1498 -1580, 1923 (engraving); (add.info.: From Historical Atlas, published 1923.).

The Portuguese Colonial Dominions in India and the Malay Archipelago, 1498-1580 (colour litho)
6016435 The Portuguese Colonial Dominions in India and the Malay Archipelago, 1498-1580 (colour litho) by Shepherd, William R

The Volcanic Eruption in Sanguir (engraving)
1603404 The Volcanic Eruption in Sanguir (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volcanic Eruption in Sanguir)

The Strait of Sunda, Malay Archipelago (engraving)
1590621 The Strait of Sunda, Malay Archipelago (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Strait of Sunda, Malay Archipelago)

Map of the Portuguese Colonial Dominions in India and the Malay Archipelago, 1498 -1580. From Historical Atlas, published 1923

Natives of Malaysia and the Celebes
Malaysians from Sumatra and on the far right, a man from Celebes, 1800s. Antique hand-colored print

Elgin Bridge over Singapore River with Skyline at Dusk, Central Region, Singapore

Rice Terraces with Gunung Agung in the background, Jatiluwih, Bali, Indonesia

Malay People
circa 1850: Five people from the Malay Archipelago; from left to right, two Dayaks or Dyaks from Borneo (a Saghai Dayak and a Loondoo Dayak), and three natives of Java (a priest)

Asia. Satellite image centred on Asia. The North Pole is at upper right. Water is blue, vegetation is green, arid areas are brown, and snow and ice are white

Borneo natives, 1800s
Natives of Borneo, 1800s. Antique hand colored print

Borneo village in the 1800s
Native village in Borneo near Sarawak, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Wild orangutans in arboral settings in rainforest near Sepilok, Borneo

Malays Of Java
circa 1800: Inhabitants of a village on the island of Java, in the Malay Archipelago. One man has a poultry fowl under his arm

Bamboo parrotfinch (Reichenovia hyperythra), perching on a branch with wings raised, side view

White-handed gibbon (Hylobates lar), seated, looking at camera

Wallaces Malay beetles, 19th century
Wallaces Malay beetles. Display of beetles collected by British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913) during his expedition in the Malay Archipelago from 1854 to 1862

Wallaces Malay butterflies, 19th century
Wallaces Malay butterflies. Mounted museum display of a range of butterflies collected by British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913)

Indian Ocean, sea floor topography C016 / 3723
Indian Ocean, sea floor topography and clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration C016 / 3722
Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration and clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, chlorophyll and bathymetry C016 / 3721
Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration and bathymetry with clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, surface temperatures C016 / 3720
Indian Ocean, surface temperatures and clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, satellite imaging data C016 / 3718
Indian Ocean, satellite imaging data. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, showing the various parameters that can be measured by satellite instruments

Indian Ocean, chlorophyll and bathymetry
Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration and bathymetry. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, with clouds C016 / 3714
Indian Ocean, with clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, surface temperatures C016 / 3716
Indian Ocean, surface temperatures. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data. Cloud-free satellite images show the natural land colours

Indian Ocean, sea floor topography C016 / 3715
Indian Ocean, sea floor topography. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, cloud-free C016 / 3713
Indian Ocean, cloud-free. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Portrait of a Gentleman study
Opening page of The Malay Archipelago, The Land of the Orang-Utan and the Bird of Paradise. A Narrative of travel with studies of Man and Nature. By Alfred Russel Wallace, 1874

Map of the Malay Archipelago
A map from The Malay Archipelago (1874) by Alfred Russel Wallace

Earth. Satellite image of the Earth, centred on the region of Oceania. North is at top. Water is blue, vegetation is green, arid areas are brown, and snow and ice are white

Earth. Satellite image of the Earth, centred on Asia. The North Pole is at upper centre. Water is blue, vegetation is green, arid areas are brown, and snow and ice are white

Earth globe centred on Australia

Tropical rainforest, Borneo
Tropical rainforest. Photographed in Sarawak, the Malaysian part of the island of Borneo

Silhouetted gecko. Small gecko silhouetted against the light on a blue sheet in a rainforest. Photographed in Sarawak, the Malaysian part of the island of Borneo

Vines and trees, Borneo
Vines and trees. Rainforest plants grow up towards the light coming through the canopy high overhead. Photographed in Mulu National Park in Sarawak, the Malaysian part of the island of Borneo

Papuan natives, 1800s
Group of Koyari chiefs and their families, southeast New Guinea, 1800s. Hand-colored engraving reproduction of a 19th-century photograph

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The Malay Archipelago, a captivating region in Southeast Asia, is home to diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes. From the bustling cities of Malaysia to the pristine rainforests of Borneo and Sabah, this archipelago offers an enchanting blend of tradition and modernity. In this photo, a Chinese man and a Malaysian woman stand side by side, symbolizing the harmonious coexistence of different ethnicities in this multicultural haven. Their smiles reflect the warmth and hospitality that permeate through every corner of these lands. Venturing further eastward takes us to Papua New Guinea, where we encounter a native village nestled amidst lush greenery. Here, ancient traditions are preserved with great pride as locals continue their way of life passed down through generations. As we explore deeper into Asia's heartland, we come across remnants of historical events like the Merapi volcanic eruption in June 2006. This catastrophic event serves as a reminder of nature's power while highlighting the resilience and strength exhibited by communities affected by such disasters. Delving into history reveals fascinating tales from colonial times when Portuguese dominions extended across India and the Malay Archipelago between 1498-1580. Colorful lithographs depict scenes from that era - be it volcanic eruptions or picturesque straits - showcasing both natural wonders and human endeavors. Moving forward brings us face-to-face with natives from Malaysia and Celebes (now known as Sulawesi). These indigenous people embody rich cultural heritage intertwined with their surroundings; they are guardians of age-old wisdom that has shaped their identities for centuries. Transitioning to urban landscapes leads us to Singapore's Elgin Bridge over Singapore River at dusk. The city skyline glistens against fading daylight, epitomizing progress alongside timeless beauty found within Central Region's vibrant streetscapes. Finally, our journey concludes amidst Bali's mesmerizing rice terraces with Gunung Agung majestically towering in the background.