Amazon River Collection (#2)

Map of South America, from a Spanish Atlas, 1582

Travellers to the Amazon are attacked by a crocodile
7278795 Travellers to the Amazon are attacked by a crocodile by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Travellers to the Amazon are attacked by a crocodile, Historic)

Nomadic Puri family relaxing in a hut made of leaves and branches, man lying in hammock, woman roasting meat on a fire
6339049 Nomadic Puri family relaxing in a hut made of leaves and branches, man lying in hammock, woman roasting meat on a fire by Duverger (18th-19th century); (add.info)

Portraits of Botocudo men of Brazil with their distinctive wooden plugs in the lip and ear
6339095 Portraits of Botocudo men of Brazil with their distinctive wooden plugs in the lip and ear by Markaert, L (19th century); (add.info)

Matses or Matis warrior of Brazil, with facial tattoos, labrets, and piercings with macaw feathers and snail shells
6339094 Matses or Matis warrior of Brazil, with facial tattoos, labrets, and piercings with macaw feathers and snail shells by Hendrickx

Woman searching for wildlife on the Amazon River, Peru, South America

A wooden walkway at a jungle lodge above the Amazon River, Manaus, Brazil

Owl butterfly on flowers

TRAVELS IN BRAZIL, 1820. A drawing from Prince Alexander Philipp Maximilian of Wied-Neuwieds book Travels in Brazil, 1820

Weapon used by hunters of the Amazon
Brazilian native using zarabatana, or shooting-tube, a hunting weapon. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Brazilian natives hunting with poison blow-guns, Amazon basin. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Amazon rain forest
Rain forest in the upper Amazon basin. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Pass card portion coast Brazil delta Amazon River Pass card
Pass card of a portion of the coast of Brazil with the delta of the Amazon River Pass card, of the sea coasts of, Brazil, between, Cabo North, and Cabo de Cuma (title on object)

Map of South America (early 19th century steel engraving)
A steel engraving of a map from the early 19th century of Brazil and Paraguay in South America, from A System of Geography, Popular and Scientific, or A Physical, Political

Yellow anaconda (Eunectes notaeus)
Illustration of a Yellow anaconda (Eunectes notaeus)

Tree trunk of a giant rainforest trees lying on the banks of the Amazon and Rio Solimoes, Mamiraua Sustainable Development Reserve in Tefe, Amazonas, Brazil

Peru, Amazon, Amazon River, Iquitos. Aerial view of the port, a thatched dwelling in Iquitos, the principle city of the Upper Amazon Basin

Peru, Amazon, Amazon River. Bends in the Nanay River, a Tributary of the Amazon River

Peru, Amazon River. Sunrise on the Ayapua Riverboat, Yavari River, a tributary of the Amazon River

Peru, Amazon, Yavari River. Rain & mist on the Yavari River, Lago Preto Conservation Reserve. Peru, Amazon, Yavari River. Rain & mist on the Yavari River, Lago Preto Conservation Reserve

Peru, Loreto Province. Boats on the Amazon River near the town of Islandia

Amazon River / Amazon Jungle / Aerial View, Brazil

Brazil, Amazon, Rio Tapajos. A tributary of the Rio Tapajos which is itself a tributary of the Amazon. On its bank a small house of a plantation farmer is crowned with a rainbow

Dug out canoe used by local fishermen pulled up on the banks of the Rio Tarajos, a tributary of the Amazon River, at sunset in the Amazonas Region of Brazil Dug out canoe used by local fishermen

River scenes along the Amazon River in Peru

BRAZIL: RUBBER BOAT. Rubber boat on the Amazon River in Brazil. Photograph, late 19th or early 20th century

Piranha Piraya (Pygocentrus piraya)
Illustration of a Piranha Piraya (Pygocentrus piraya)

Battle Of the Sexes
A female Amazon warrior atop a horse swings her battleaxe to strike the shield of an enemy male warrior on foot who attempts to seize the bridle of her horse in a 19th Century illustration by T

Various boats along the banks of the Amazon River, Loreto, Peru, South America

Aerial view of the Amazon River flying into Iquitos, Loreto, Peru, South America

BRAZIL: AMAZON, 1920s. Sunset on the Amazon River, Brazil. Photograph, 1920s

AMAZON: EXPLORATION. Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied and his party exploring the Brazilian jungle: lithograph from his Travels in Brazil, 1820

AMAZON: EXPLORATION. An exploring expedition along the Amazon River in Brazil. Lithograph, 19th century

The Bolivian Amazon
September 13, 2002 - An 8-kilometer (5-mile) wide crater of possible impact origin is shown in this view of an isolated part of the Bolivian Amazon from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission

Amazon River in northern Brazil
June 11, 2002 - The interior portions of the Amazon River in northern Brazil. This false-color image shows the water as dark blue or black

A Brazilian Eurocopter prepares to land aboard a Brazilian navy hospital ship
Manaus, Brazil, January 19, 2011 - A Brazilian Eurocopter prepares to land aboard the Brazilian Navy hospital ship U-18 Oswaldo Cruz following an aerial tour of the Amazonian River Basin

Afternoon clouds over the Amazon Basin
August 19, 2009 - Afternoon clouds over the Amazon Basin

Map of South America, 1777 (w / c, gouache and pen & ink on paper)
XIR201598 Map of South America, 1777 (w/c, gouache and pen & ink on paper) by Spanish School, (18th century); Museo Naval, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Carte de l Amerique du Sud; ); Spanish

Sea chart of part of the coast of Brazil with the delta of the Amazon river, print maker: Jan Luyken, Claes Jansz Voogt, Johannes van Keulen I, 1683 - 1799

These giant water lilies, up to 8 feet in diameter, are only foud in the amazon Rainforest. These lilies are in the degenerative stage, having pst their peak

Amazon rainforest, Belem, state of Para, Brazil, South America

Bank of the Rio Solimoes river with flooded Varzea forest, Mamiraua National Park, Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil

Giant rainforest tree in the flooded Varzea forest, Mamiraua National Park, Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil

Dusk at a lake-like widened part of the Amazon or Rio Solimoes, Mamiraua Sustainable Development Reserve, Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil

Typical floating house for the Amazon, Tefe, Amazonas Province, Brazil

White-fronted Capuchin -Cebus albifrons-, Mamiraua Sustainable Development Reserve, Amazonas, Brazil

AMAZON JUNGLE. An expedition along the Amazon River. Lithograph, 19th century

AMAZON JUNGLE, 1892. A scene on the upper Amazon. Drawing, German, 1892

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The Amazon River, flowing through the heart of South America, is a majestic force of nature that captivates all who encounter its beauty. As seen on an antique Portuguese map of Brazil from 1519, this mighty river weaves its way between the Rio de la Plata and the vast expanse of the Brazilian landscape. In the depths of the Amazon rainforest lies the enchanting Rio Tapajos, where indigenous communities like Amacayon Indian Village thrive. Here, a young girl gracefully balances a bucket on her head, showcasing their harmonious relationship with nature. Explorers and adventurers have long been drawn to this region's allure. An antique illustration from 1871 depicts a map of South America adorned with travel motifs and symbols of exploration - an homage to those who dared to venture into uncharted territories. Amongst this rich tapestry of life in the Amazon resides the vibrant owl butterfly, displaying its intricate patterns as it flutters through dense foliage. This neotropical fauna has fascinated scientists for centuries and continues to inspire awe in visitors today. Life along these waters is intimately intertwined with human existence. A man and his loyal dog navigate their dugout canoe across the Amazon River near Puerto Narino in Colombia - a testament to resilience and adaptability in this unique environment. An antique lithograph from 1896 showcases some remarkable creatures found within Rio Negro basin in Brazil - further evidence that this region teems with biodiversity beyond imagination. From exotic birds to elusive mammals, every corner holds surprises waiting to be discovered. Small boats dotting the river's surface near Puerto Narino offer glimpses into daily life along these shores. Whether it's fishermen casting their nets or locals commuting between villages, each scene tells stories deeply rooted in tradition and survival against challenging odds. As one immerses themselves amidst lush greenery while gliding down these expansive waters, they can't help but feel humbled by Mother Nature's grandeur.