Papuan Collection

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

Papua New Guinea - Elevara Mission and L. M.s Mission
Papua New Guinea - Elevara Village and the L.M.S. Mission. The London Missionary Society was a non-denominational missionary society formed in England in 1795 by evangelical Anglicans

Papuan adornment
Trevor Cole

The Different Human Races, from Natural History of the Animal Kingdom
CHT164094 The Different Human Races, from Natural History of the Animal Kingdom by Gotthelf Heinrich von Schubert (1780-1860), 1861 (colour engraving) by German School

The human figure (engraving)
5216885 The human figure (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The human figure. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon (Bibliographisches Institut)

Papuan war dance (engraving)
669489 Papuan war dance (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Papuan war dance. Illustration from The Story of Man by J W Buel (Historical Publishing Co)

Buffy fish owl and Papuan frogmouth
Buffy fish owl, Bubo ketupu, and Papuan frogmouth, Podargus papuensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Blyths hornbill, Rhyticeros plicatus
Blyths or Papuan hornbill, Rhyticeros plicatus (Wreathed hornbill, Buceros plicatus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester

Papuan frogmouth, Podargus papuensis Podarge papou. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d

On a lakatoi, Papua (colour litho)
3104488 On a lakatoi, Papua (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On a lakatoi, Papua)

Making pots in Papua (colour litho)
3104486 Making pots in Papua (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making pots in Papua)

Purely Papuan
Trevor Cole

New Guinea warrior
PAPUA NEW GUINEA - CIRCA 1930s: Mature native warrior with bone through nose, Port Moresby. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

PAPUAN TRADERS IN CANOES
Papuan traders with their sailing canoes Date: 1911

Carrying Water in Coconut Shells - A Village Scene in New Guinea, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Carrying Water in Coconut Shells - A Village Scene in New Guinea, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

Nouvelle-Guinee. Pirogues Papoues, (Papua New Guinea. Papuan Pirogues), 1900. Creator: Unknown
Nouvelle-Guinee. Pirogues Papoues, (Papua New Guinea. Papuan Pirogues), 1900. A pirogue is a type of dug-out canoe traditionally used by fishermen. From " Autour du Monde - Fascicule XLI"

Nouvelle-Guinee. Danse Des Papous Barioles, (Papua New Guinea. Tribal Papuan Dance), 1900. From " Autour du Monde - Fascicule XLI". [L. Boulanger, Paris, 1900 ]

Western crowned pigeon, c1928. Creator: Unknown
Western crowned pigeon, c1928. The western crowned pigeon, also known as the common crowned pigeon or blue crowned pigeon (Goura cristata) has lacy crests over the head

Papuan Man wearing a gibi-gibi - Wonar village
Papuan Man wearing a gibi-gibi - Wonar (or Wonari) village, Cape Nelson District, North-Eastern Division, Papua New Guinea

Papu Tribe on the Isle of Rawak, c1820-1839. Artist: G Bramati
Papu Tribe on the Isle of Rawak, c1820-1839. Plate 20 from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Jules Ferrario

Australian Inhabitants, 1800-1850. Artist: G Mutzel
Australian Inhabitants, 1800-1850. Far from being one homogenous race, at the time of European settlement in the 18th century, the estimated 750

Native of the Papua Islands, c1840. Artist: J Bull
Native of the Papua Islands, c1840. A man from Papua New Guinea. Engraving from the Natural History of Man by J Bull, (London, c1840)

Fishing dugout, Papua, 19th century. Artist: Mesples
Fishing dugout, Papua, 19th century

Papuan types, 19th century. Artist: Mesples
Papuan types, 19th century. Inhabitants of the Republic of Guinea, (probably what is now Papua New Guinea)

Native of the Papua Islands, 1848. An engraving from the Natural History of Man, by James Cowles Prichard, (Hippolyte Bailliere, London, third edition, 1848)

Eharo Mask, Papua New Guinea. The Elema people of the Papuan Gulf in southeast New Guinea formerly practiced an elaborate cycle of masked rituals

Papua New Guinea - Elema people - Eharo Masks
Elema people (of the Papuan Gulf in southeast New Guinea) practicing an elaborate cycle of masked rituals. These monumental Eharo masks were created primarily for amusement

WORLD WAR II: NEW GUINEA. Natives of Papua New Guinea carrying blood plasma to the evacuation stations just behind the front lines at Buna, during World War II. Photograph, c1942

Papua New Guinea - Indigenous people - outrigger canoes
Papua New Guinea - Indigenous people with their outrigger canoes, sporting beautiful hand-woven reed sails. Date: circa 1910s

Pierre Sonnerat Drawing a Bird, from Voyage a la Nouvelle-Guinee, engraved
XIR164884 Pierre Sonnerat Drawing a Bird, from Voyage a la Nouvelle-Guinee, engraved by Marie Therese Martinet (b.1731) 1776 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Sonnerat

Streaming afternoon sunlight, Vibrant Gorgonian Sea Fans and schooling Anthias fish (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) Raja Ampat region of Papua (formerly Irian Jaya)

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Rice fields / paddies / terraces in Papuan in Bali Date:

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Rice fields / paddies / terraces near Papuan in Bali Date:

Subsistence farmhouse and garden, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

View of forest covered volcano cone on shores of coastal bay, Kimbe Bay, West New Britain Province, New Britain, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Varied Triller (Lalage leucomela falsa) adult, perched on branch during rainfall, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Bismarck Flying Fox (Pteropus neohibernicus) adult, in flight, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Umboi Tube-nosed Fruit Bat (Nyctimene vizcaccia) adult, hanging beneath canopy, Restorf Island, Kimbe Bay, West New Britain Province, New Britain, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Song Parrot (Geoffroyus heteroclitus) adult male, perched on branch, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

White-necked Coucal (Centropus ateralbus) adult, perched on branch, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Pied Cuckoo-dove (Reinwardtoena browni) adult male, perched on branch, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Black Sunbird (Leptocoma sericea corinna) adult male, perched on flower stem, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

White-bibbed Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus rivoli) adult, perched on branch, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Blue-eyed Cockatoo (Cacatua ophthalmica) adult, perched on leaf stem, Kimbe, West New Britain Province, New Britain, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Hunsteins Mannikin (Lonchura hunsteini) adult, standing in grass, Kavieng Airport, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Long-tailed Myna (Mino kreffti) adult pair, perched in tree, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

New Britain Boobook (Ninox odiosa) adult, perched on branch at daytime roost, Kimbe, West New Britain Province, New Britain, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Bismarck Crow (Corvus insularis) adult, perched on branch, Kimbe, West New Britain Province, New Britain, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

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"Papuan: Exploring the Rich Cultural Tapestry of Papua New Guinea" Immerse yourself in the captivating world culture, nestled within the vibrant landscapes of Papua New Guinea. This native village is a testament to the resilience and traditions that have thrived for centuries. Step into history as you visit Elevara Mission and L. M. S Mission, where echoes of past encounters between European missionaries and indigenous communities can still be felt. Discover the profound influence these interactions had on shaping Papuan society. Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship displayed by the Elema people through their mesmerizing Eharo Masks. These sacred artifacts not only serve as stunning adornments but also hold deep spiritual significance within their cultural practices. Witnessing The Different Human Races, from Natural History of the Animal Kingdom, one cannot help but appreciate the remarkable diversity found among humanity. The engravings beautifully depict various ethnic groups including Papuans, showcasing their unique physical features and distinct identities. Delve into Papuan adornment, where elaborate jewelry and body art are celebrated forms of self-expression. From intricately carved ornaments to vibrant tattoos adorning their bodies, every piece tells a story woven with pride and heritage. Feel your heart race as you witness a powerful Papuan war dance depicted in an engraving. This ancient tradition embodies strength, unity, and ancestral connections that continue to resonate with present-day communities. Explore how this rich culture has spread across vast territories by examining a World map of Geographical Distribution. Witness how Papuans have left an indelible mark on diverse corners of our planet through migration and cultural exchanges. Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by sightings such as Buffy fish owl and Papuan frogmouth perched gracefully amidst lush rainforests. Blyths hornbill adds its majestic presence while sharing its habitat with other fascinating species like Rhyticeros plicatus - truly highlighting Papua's biodiversity wonders.