Ceylon Collection (#11)

The races of Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Vintage 19th century photograph: composite group of images of the races of Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Veddahs outside a straw hut, Ceylon, Sri Lanka, c. 1880 s
Group of veddahs outside a straw hut, Ceylon, Sri Lanka, c.1880 s

Veddah tribe, bows and arrows, Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Men from the Veddah tribe, bows and arrows, Ceylon, Sri Lanka, c.1880s

Group of chiefs and their wives, Kandy, Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Weighing tea, plantation, Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Vintage 19th century photograph: weighing tea on a tea plantation, Ceylon, Sri Lanka

India Ceylon(Sri Lanka) bullock cart and rickshaw
1880s india or Ceylon (Sri Lanka) - bullock cart - modes of transport

Picking tea, Ceylon or India, c1880 s

Temple walls Buddhist priest, Ceylon (Sri Lanka) c. 1880 s
Temple walls and Buddhist priest, Ceylon (Sri Lanka) c.1880 s

Bullock carts transporting tea, Ceylon, (Sri Lanka) c. 1890
Bullock carts for transporting tea, Ceylon, (Sri Lanka) c.1890

Woman picking tea (colour photo)
3096486 Woman picking tea (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman picking tea. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Ferry boat near Galle Face Hotel, Ceylon (Sri Lanka) c.1880 s

Wharf and harbour at Colombo, Ceylon, Sri Lanka
c.1900 vintage photograph: wharf and harbour at Colombo, Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Portrait of a Sri Lankan man, c. 1890 (photo)
3113898 Portrait of a Sri Lankan man, c.1890 (photo) by Trutat, EugAne (1840 - 1910); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; French, out of copyright

Advert for cruises on the Orient Line, 1927, visiting the Mediterranean, Atlantic Islands, Egypt, Ceylon, Norway and Scandinavia Date: 1927

Giant bamboo, Ceylon, Sri Lanka
19th century vintage photograph: Giant bamboo, Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Women and children outside grass hut, Ceylon, Sri Lanka
19th century vintage photograph: women and children outside their grass hut, Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Procession of the tooth? Ceylon, Sri Lanka
19th century vintage photograph: Procession of the tooth, Kandy Esala Perahera, Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Huge crowd, ceremony, India or Ceylon, Sri Lanka
19th century vintage photograph: Huge crowd, ceremony, India or Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Temple of the Tooth, Kandy, Ceylon Sri Lanka
19th century vintage photograph: Temple of the Tooth, Kandy, Ceylon Sri Lanka

Galle Face Hotel, Ceylon, Sri Lanka
19th century vintage photograph: Galle Face Hotel, Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Wreck of the English Brig "Hebe, "in the Colombo Roads, Ceylon (engraving)
1618466 Wreck of the English Brig " Hebe, " in the Colombo Roads, Ceylon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reception of the Czarevitch at Colombo, Ceylon, passing under Triumphal Arches with the Governor (engraving)
1602995 Reception of the Czarevitch at Colombo, Ceylon, passing under Triumphal Arches with the Governor (engraving) by Paget

Grand Ball given at Kandy to the Governor of Ceylon, Decoration of the Library (engraving)
1607316 Grand Ball given at Kandy to the Governor of Ceylon, Decoration of the Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Bishops of India and Ceylon in Synod at Calcutta (b / w photo)
1599358 The Bishops of India and Ceylon in Synod at Calcutta (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bishops of India and Ceylon in Synod at Calcutta)

Natives of Southern India and Ceylon (engraving)
1594643 Natives of Southern India and Ceylon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Natives of Southern India and Ceylon)

The Salvation Army Exhibition at the Agricultural Hall, Islington (engraving)
1592395 The Salvation Army Exhibition at the Agricultural Hall, Islington (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info)

Man and woman of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), 1818. The man smokes a tobacco pipe and holds a lance, the woman wears a short tunic dress and holds a basket of fruit

Man and woman of Goa, India, 1818. They wear headdresses with feathers, tunics and cloaks. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of

Historical views of Asia Minor. Turkish pilgrims in a Hajj caravan over the desert to Mecca 1, Turks destroying Greek statues 2, and Achilles dragging the dead body of Hector outside Troy 3

Buddhist Temple, Ceylon, 1855 (litho)
1272379 Buddhist Temple, Ceylon, 1855 (litho) by Heine, Wilhelm Joseph (1813-39); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Heine, W.|Brown, Eliphalet M)

Light House, Point de Galle, Ceylon, 1855 (colour litho)
1272328 Light House, Point de Galle, Ceylon, 1855 (colour litho) by Heine, Wilhelm Joseph (1813-39); 15x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Heine, W.|Brown, Eliphalet M)

A Singhalese raid into southern India 1175 AD (litho)
1266155 A Singhalese raid into southern India 1175 AD (litho) by Wigfull, William Edward (1875-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published circa 1920 s)

Amethystine python, Simalia amethistina
Amethystine python or scrub python, Simalia amethistina. Pitone amatistino. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Tea Plantations in the Green Tea district of China, taken from
CHT179651 Tea Plantations in the Green Tea district of China, taken from A Journey to the Tea Countries of China, first published 1852, by Robert Fortune (1812-1880) (litho) by French School

Sinhalese Man, published c. 1880 (albumen print)
STC232991 Sinhalese Man, published c.1880 (albumen print) by Skeen & Co. (fl.1870s-90s); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

A Walk in Colombo, Ceylon (engraving)
6003643 A Walk in Colombo, Ceylon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Walk in Colombo, Ceylon)

Tamil tambourine dancers of Ceylon (photo)
5998161 Tamil tambourine dancers of Ceylon (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tamil tambourine dancers of Ceylon)

The figure of Ravana, the demon king of Ceylon, in the Hindu religious play Ram Lilla
5998138 The figure of Ravana, the demon king of Ceylon, in the Hindu religious play Ram Lilla, being performed here in Cawnpore, India (photo) by English Photographer

India: Giant Bamboos, Peradenia (engraving)
6007494 India: Giant Bamboos, Peradenia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giant Bamboos, Peradenia)

Phantom pyramid on Adams Peak, Ceylon (b / w photo)
6015629 Phantom pyramid on Adams Peak, Ceylon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phantom pyramid on Adams Peak, Ceylon)

Frys Cocoa and Chocolate, Cocoa Plantation, Sri Lanka
Frys Cocoa and Chocolate, Cocoa Plantation, Ceylon Sri Lanka. 1893

Holiday Sports in Ceylon, riding in a circular wheel, c. 1893 (illustration)
5944842 Holiday Sports in Ceylon, riding in a circular wheel, c.1893 (illustration) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sri Lanka)

Colonialism in Sri Lanka. (engraving, 1924)
5975760 Colonialism in Sri Lanka. (engraving, 1924) by Woodville, Richard Caton (1825-55) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Story. Sri Lanka)

Interior of the Great Exhibition, 1851, Ceylon, Malta and Canadian Departments (engraving)
609914 Interior of the Great Exhibition, 1851, Ceylon, Malta and Canadian Departments (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Great Exhibition)

Ceylon razor-shell, Solen ceylonensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1814

The Logan Brooch (sapphire & diamond)
XBP236608 The Logan Brooch (sapphire & diamond) by Sri Lankan School; Smithsonian Institution, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: twenty round brilliant cut diamonds; gift of Mrs John A)

Ceylon crocodile var. from Seba. (Mugger crocodile, Crocodylus palustris or saltwater crocodile, Crocodylus porosus.) Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw

True cinnamon tree, Cinnamomum verum (Laurus cinnamomum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after George Loddiges from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1817

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Ceylon, a land that captivates with its rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Step into a world of wonder as you gaze upon a poster advertising Air Ceylon, promising an unforgettable journey to this tropical paradise. Unveil the secrets of Ceylon's tea industry plantations as you explore a map showcasing their sprawling beauty. Immerse yourself in luxury at the Mount Lavinia Hotel, nestled in the heart of Mount Lavinia, where every moment is filled with tranquility. Witness an extraordinary sight as zebras gracefully pull Mazawattee through the vibrant streets of native stalls, transporting you back to the 1880s when life was simpler yet full of charm. Experience Sri Lanka's cultural heritage through mesmerizing performances by Geta Beraya and Udekkiya players. Indulge in opulence at the iconic Galle Face Hotel in Colombo, where timeless elegance meets modern comfort. Marvel at the majestic rock fortress of Sigiriya, known as Lion Rock, standing tall amidst lush greenery and offering panoramic views that will leave you breathless. Travel back in time on an ox-pulled wagon owned by none other than Lipton Tea Company – a testament to Ceylon's deep-rooted connection with tea production. Admire cocoa pods hanging from trees like precious gems waiting to be discovered. Relish moments of serenity at Galle Face Hotel while soaking up stunning vistas along Sri Lanka's picturesque coastline. Let your imagination soar as you envision embarking on an adventure Down Under with Orient Line Australia – another exciting chapter awaiting exploration. Ceylon beckons adventurers seeking unparalleled beauty and cultural treasures beyond compare. Embark on a journey that promises memories etched forever.