Polynesian Collection

MAP: HAWAII, 1905. Map of the Hawaiian Islands printed in the United States in 1905

Map of Hawaii, 1870s
Map of the Hawaiian islands, 1870s. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Rupe Rupe (Fruit Gathering), 1899. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Rupe Rupe (Fruit Gathering), 1899. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands, South Pacific

Chile, Easter Island, Hanga Nui. Rapa Nui National Park, Ahu Tongariki (aka Tonariki). Fifteen large moi statues on the largest ceremonial platform in all of Polynesia. Moi with pukao (headdress)

Native Hawaiian village on Kauai, 1800s
Hawaiian huts of Waimea on Kauai Island, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Aerial view over Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Sunrise over Tongariki, Easter Island, Chile

Tamati Waka Nene, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Lindauer, Gottfried (1839-1926); Original painting 101.9x84.2 cm; Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki

Eu haere ia oe (Woman Holding a Fruit. Where Are You Going?), 1893. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Eu haere ia oe (Woman Holding a Fruit. Where Are You Going?), 1893. Detail. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Hawaiians in the mid-1800s
Diamond Head and Waikiki in the Hawaiian Islands, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Hawaiian women dancing the hula, 1800s
Hula-hula performed by Hawaiian natives, mid-1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Aerial view of Bora Bora island and blue lagoon
Aerial view of Bora Bora island with Mt Otemanu and blue lagoon. Bora Bora, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific Islands

Port of Apia, Samoa (chromolitho)
2782564 Port of Apia, Samoa (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port of Apia, Samoa. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

ABEL TASMAN (1603?-1659). Abel Janszoon Tasman. Dutch navigator and explorer. Ships of Tasmans exploring expedition (right) and Polynesian outrigger canoes near the shore of one of the Fiji Islands

HAWAII: PINEAPPLE HARVEST. Farmers on a pineapple plantation in Hawaii, early 20th century

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Native Samoan sea-canoes, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

HAWAII: FISHERMEN, c1905. Native Hawaiian fishermen fishing with a spear and a net. Photograph by Alonzo Gartley, c1905

FREDERICK O BRIEN (1869-1932). American writer. O Brien on Samoa, 1915, doing research for his book White Shadows in the South Seas. 1919

Turtle Bay Resort, North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii

KING KALAKAUA OF HAWAII (1836-1891). Wood engraving, English, 1891

Alfurus, Polinians of Hawaii
6202812 Alfurus, Polinians of Hawaii; (add.info.: "Alfurus, Polinians of Hawaii". Image caption Original styled according to the nineteenth-century concept of "race")

A Maori woman
5307704 A Maori woman.; (add.info.: Photograph taken of a Maori woman. The Maori are the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

Women dancing for Queen Tine on the Island of Tonga (dance of the Friendly Islands)
FLO4695528 Women dancing for Queen Tine on the Island of Tonga (dance of the Friendly Islands). Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in Miniature

A Maori chief
5307706 A Maori chief.; (add.info.: Photograph taken of a Maori chief. The Maori are the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

Native man of Hawaii (Sandwich Islander). Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in
FLO4695668 Native man of Hawaii (Sandwich Islander). Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in Miniature: The South Sea Islands, Ackermann, London, 1824

Native man of La Magdalena (Fatu Hiva, Marquesas Islands) with club, loincloth, necklace and tattoos
FLO4695717 Native man of La Magdalena (Fatu Hiva, Marquesas Islands) with club, loincloth, necklace and tattoos. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in Miniature

A Maori Chief from New Zealand. The tattoo on his face is not quite complete
3033718 A Maori Chief from New Zealand. The tattoo on his face is not quite complete, but the grooves in the skin produced by the peculiar method of Maori tattooing are very distinct

A Maori woman
5307702 A Maori woman.; (add.info.: Photograph taken of a Maori woman. The Maori are the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

His Majesty Kalakaua, King of the Sandwich Islands, 1870s
NWI4951519 His Majesty Kalakaua, King of the Sandwich Islands, 1870s.; (add.info.: His Majesty Kalakaua, King of the Sandwich Islands, 1870s.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

A Maori woman and child
5307708 A Maori woman and child.; (add.info.: Photograph taken of a Maori woman and child. The Maori are the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. Dated 19th century)

A Micronesian proa, aka prau, perahu, and prahu from the Caroline Islands in the Pacific
3253026 A Micronesian proa, aka prau, perahu, and prahu from the Caroline Islands in the Pacific; (add.info.: A Micronesian proa, aka prau, perahu, and prahu from the Caroline Islands in the Pacific)

Native woman of Hawaii (Sandwich Islander). Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in
FLO4695696 Native woman of Hawaii (Sandwich Islander). Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in Miniature: The South Sea Islands, Ackermann, London, 1824

Costumes de Differents Pays, Homme de l'Isle de Ste. Christine, c1797

Blind Man and His Daughter, Vaiala, Samoa, 1890. Creator: John La Farge
Blind Man and His Daughter, Vaiala, Samoa, 1890

Costumes de Différents Pays, Femme des Iles les Marquises, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Femme des Iles les Marquises, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Roi des Ysles des Amis, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Roi des Ysles des Amis, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Femme de l'Isle Ste. Christine, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Femme de l'Isle Ste. Christine, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Femme d'Ulieteal, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Femme d'Ulieteal, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Fille Taïtienne Portant des Present au Roi, c1797
Costumes de Differents Pays, Fille Taitienne Portant des Present au Roi, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Danseuse de Taïti, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Danseuse de Taiti, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Fille de Taïti, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Fille de Taiti, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Femme de Taiti, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Femme de Taiti, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Homme de Taïti, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Homme de Taiti, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Roi de Taïti, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Roi de Taiti, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Chef de l'Isle de Ste. Christine, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Chef de l'Isle de Ste. Christine, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Sauvage des I les Marquises, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Sauvage des I les Marquises, c1797

Forest in Java; Speculations concerning Former Southern Geographies, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Forest in Java; Speculations concerning Former Southern Geographies, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Tapestry of Polynesia: A Journey through Time and Space" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Polynesia, a vibrant region steeped in history and natural beauty. From the captivating islands of Hawaii to the remote shores of Easter Island, this diverse archipelago has captivated explorers for centuries. Embark on a visual voyage as we navigate through time with historical maps showcasing the Hawaiian Islands. Witness their evolution from 1870s to 1905, tracing the footsteps of early settlers who shaped these paradisiacal lands. Delve into artistry as we encounter Paul Gauguin's masterpiece "Rupe Rupe (Fruit Gathering)" – an exquisite portrayal capturing Polynesian life at its most authentic. Feel transported to a Native Hawaiian village in Kauai during the 1800s, where simplicity and harmony with nature prevailed. Soar above turquoise waters and lush landscapes as you take in breathtaking aerial views over Bora Bora, Rarotonga's Muri Beach, and Tongariki on Easter Island. Let your spirit soar alongside each sunrise that paints Tongariki's ancient moai statues with golden hues. Uncover Chile's Easter Island treasures within Rapa Nui National Park; marvel at Ahu Tongariki (aka Tonariki), standing tall against windswept cliffs. Traverse back in time to witness Hawaiians' way of life during the mid-1800s – a testament to resilience amidst changing times. Experience Polynesian culture come alive through Tamati Waka Nene's oil painting from 1890, immortalizing Maori heritage. Transport yourself further into history by witnessing graceful Hawaiian women dancing hula during the 1800s – their rhythmic movements embodying stories passed down generations. Finally, dock at Port Apia in Samoa through a chromolitho print – envision bustling trade and the fusion of cultures in this vibrant hub.