Pasig Collection

'Une rue a Manille;Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Une rue a Manille;Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Vue de Manille; Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Vue de Manille; Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Le Pasig a Manille; Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Le Pasig a Manille; Les Terres Du Pacifique, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

View of the Pasig River in Luzon Island, Philippine Islands, 19th century. One of 65 lithographs that were included in the volume of maps published after the round-the-world voyage of the corvette

Manila and its Environs: View near the Town of Taguig on the Pasig River
1767259 Manila and its Environs: View near the Town of Taguig on the Pasig River (watercolour with bodycolour) by Lozano, Jose Honorato (c.1815-c.85); 24.7x34.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Spanish-American War, Views in the Philippine Islands (litho)
1615543 The Spanish-American War, Views in the Philippine Islands (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War, Views in the Philippine Islands)

The port of Manila (chromolitho)
2782675 The port of Manila (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The port of Manila. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

Manila and its Environs: A Scene on the Pasig River (watercolour with bodycolour)
1767262 Manila and its Environs: A Scene on the Pasig River (watercolour with bodycolour) by Lozano, Jose Honorato (c.1815-c.85); 24.7x34.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Manila and its Environs)

A Busy Scene on the Pasig River, Manila, Island of Luzon, P. I. - Cascos, the Cargo Lighters
A Busy Scene on the Pasig River, Manila, Island of Luzon, P.I. - Cascos, the Cargo Lighters and Coal Tenders of the Philippines, c1930s. From " Tour of the World"

Rosario Street and Binondo Church as seen from Pasig River, Manila, Philippines, 1899. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Rosario Street and Binondo Church as seen from Pasig River, Manila, Philippines, 1899. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Lower Pasig River, Manila, Philippines, showing inter-island boats. Date: circa 1920

Coconuts rafted downstream - Manila
Coconuts being rafted to market down the Pasig River, Manila, Philippines

Houseboats, Luzon
Houseboats ( caseos ) on the Pasig River, Manila, on Luzon island

Barges on River Pasig with city buildings behind, Manila, Philippines, Southeast Asia, Asia

Barge on River Pasig with city skyline behind, Manila, Philippines, Southeast Asia, Asia

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Pasig, a city in the Philippines, holds a rich history and captivating beauty. Located near Manila and its environs, it boasts stunning views along the Pasig River. In the lithographs depicting the Spanish-American War, we catch glimpses of life in the Philippine Islands. One chromolitho showcases the bustling port of Manila, highlighting its importance as a trading hub. Another artwork portrays a serene scene on the Pasig River with delicate watercolors and body colors. The river was not only picturesque but also served as a vital transportation route. Cascos, cargo lighters seen in an old photograph from 1899, reveal how busy this waterway once was. From Rosario Street to Binondo Church, captured by Underwood & Underwood's lens in 1899, we witness architectural marvels lining the banks River. The image transports us back to that era when horse-drawn carriages roamed these streets. Moving forward through time brings us to modern-day Manila's Intramuros district with its view of Makati - now transformed into a thriving business center. This juxtaposition between past and present is emblematic of Pasig's evolution over time. However, history isn't always glamorous; it can be harsh too. Vintage photography shows Filipino prisoners of war at Pasig during 1899 - reminding us of turbulent times faced by our ancestors. Yet amidst all this historical significance lies natural beauty as well - coconuts rafted downstream on the mighty river provide sustenance for many locals even today.