Formosa Collection (#3)

Voluntary Sacrifice Reverend Hambroeck Taiwan
The Voluntary Sacrifice of Reverend Hambroeck on Taiwan, 1662, The self-sacrifice of Pastor Hambroeck on Formosa (Taiwan), 24 May 1661, Left the Dutch entrenched in Fort Zeelandia

Cub Scout receiving flowers, Taipei, Formosa
Cub Scout John Sottin receiving a basket of flowers as a Christmas gift from a local girl, Taipei, Formosa (then in China, now Taiwan). Date: 1953

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Map of the China Seas, Philippines, and European colonies in the region, 1898. Printed color lithograph 19th century

Macrotropis formosa - Plate 30 from Botanical Drawings from Australia (1801) by Ferdinand L Bauer (1760-1826). Date: 1801

Formosan men
Native Formosan men sit together infront of a vast mountainus background. Date: 1932

Formosan men in costume
Native Formosan men in traditional costume. Their headdresses are heavily feathered and they stand in lines. Date: 1932

Formosan men aboard their boats, similar to large bamboo rafts. Date: 1932

Bluelined hind or rockcod, Cephalopholis formosa.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812

Savages feel our muscle, Taiwan, 1890
Natives of the hill country of Bankimsing, Formosa(today Taiwan), explore the possessions of some English visitors that they encounter

1876, Imray Blue-back Nautical Chart or Map of Taiwan, Formosa, China, topography
1876, Imray Blue-back Nautical Chart or Map of Taiwan, Formosa, China

1771, Bonne Map of Tonkin, Vietnam China, Formosa, Taiwan and Luzon, Philippines, Rigobert Bonne 1727 - 1794, one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century

The Naval and Submarine Engineering Exhibition at Islington: 1. Sounding the Fog-Horn; 2
THE NAVAL AND SUBMARINE ENGINEERING EXHIBITION AT ISLINGTON: 1. Sounding the Fog-Horn; 2. Model of the Yacht Formosa formerly Owned by the Prince of Wales; 3

The Self-Sacrifice of Pastor Antonius Hambroek on Formosa, 1662, Jan Willem Pieneman, 1810

Portrait of Robert Junius, print maker: Cornelis Visscher II, Anthonie Palamedesz. Arnoldus Montanus, 1654

VIEWS AT THE SOUTH CAPE OF FORMOSA, 1883: 1. A Coral Beach on the South-East Coast. 2. The Bay at the South Cape. 3. Divers Blasting Coral to Clear the Channel. 4. A Mandarins Mat-House. 5

WU TING-FANG (1842-1922). Wu Ting-fang, a Chinese diplomat and politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs and briefly as Acting Premier during the early years of the Republic of China

SASSOFERRATO: MADONNA. Madonna with child, from the Church of Santa Maria Formosa, Venice. Painting, 17th century, by Sassoferrato

VENICE: MARIA FORMOSA. Campo Sta. Maria Formosa in Venice, Italy, with Palazzo Malipiero-Trevisan in the background. Engraving, 1735, by Antonio Visentini after Canaletto

TAIWAN: MOTHER, 1870s. A Pepohoan mother and child, 1870s

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Dwarf Patch-forming Magenta Pea at 3000m Pontic Alps, Turkey

Taiwan (Formosa) - Native Duck Keeper herding his flock. Date: 1912

Yung Kang - Taiwan - Shih-fo Ssu Temple. Date: circa 1920

Taiwan (Formosa) - Essential house repairs taking place
Siraya People, Taiwan (Formosa) - Essential house repairs taking place (during the period of the Japanese occupation of Formosa following the First Sino-Japanese War). Date: circa 1910s

Taiwan (Formosa) - Suspension Bridge at Kappanzan - postcard produced during the period of Japanese occupation following the First Sino-Japanese War. Date: circa 1909

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White-throated Magpie-jay (Calocitta formosa) Date:

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View from Bluff Knoll, with Showy dryandra (Dryandra formosa). Stirling Range National Park, Western Australia Date:

White-whiskered Laughingthrush (Trochalopteron morrisonianum) adult, perched on twig, Anmashan, Central Taiwan, May

Fairy Pitta (Pitta nympha) adult, foraging, probing ground for worms, Huben, Central Taiwan, June

Fairy Pitta (Pitta nympha) adult, perched on branch, Huben, Central Taiwan, June

Swinhoes Pheasant (Lophura swinhoii) adult female, walking on forest floor, Anmashan, Central Taiwan, May

Swinhoes Pheasant (Lophura swinhoii) adult male, walking on forest floor, Anmashan, Central Taiwan, May

Mikado Pheasant (Syrmaticus mikado) adult male, walking at edge of path, Anmashan, Central Taiwan, May

Chinese Bamboo Partridge (Bambusicola thoracicus sonorivox) adult, walking on stones, Huben, Central Taiwan, June

Vinaceous Rosefinch (Carpodacus vinaceus formosanus) adult female, standing on rock, Anmashan, Central Taiwan, May

Taiwanese birdwatchers scanning estuary with telescopes, members of The Wild Bird Society of Taipei on group outing, Taipei, Taiwan, April

Birdwatchers with binoculars and camera on platform, contestants in bird race, Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area International Bird Race, Taiwan, April

Candle Shaped Rock formation on eroded coastal rock, Yehliu Geopark, Yehliu Promontory, Taiwan, April

Mushroom Rock formations with honeycombed top, eroded coastal rocks on wave-cut platform, Yehliu Geopark, Yehliu Promontory, Taiwan, April

Ginger Rock formation on eroded coastal rocks with tourists, Yehliu Geopark, Yehliu Promontory, Taiwan, April

Wave-cut platform at base sea cliff, Yehliu Geopark, Yehliu Promontory, Taiwan, April

Wall on eco-friendly building, built from recycled plastic bottles, The EcoARK, Taipei, Taiwan, April

Manmade Ecological Pond with interpretation notice, drainage control and regional irrigation system, Dongshih Forestry Cultural Park, Taiwan, April

Temperature and humidity sign on mountain in fog, giving reading of 99. 9% humidity
Temperature and humidity sign on mountain in fog, giving reading of 99.9% humidity, Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area, Taiwan, April

Marine invertebrate fossil, exposed in eroded coastal rock, Yehliu Geopark, Yehliu Promontory, Taiwan, April

Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica gutturalis) chicks at nest in shopping arcade, nest has been continually occupied for twenty years, Taipei City, Taiwan, April

Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) introduced species, adult, with crown feathers raised, perched on powerline, Taipei City, Taiwan, April

Collared Finchbill (Spizixos semitorques cinereicapillus) adult, perched on twig, Dasyueshan National Forest, Taiwan, April

Japanese White-eye (Zosterops japonicus simplex) adult, perched on twig, Taipei City, Taiwan, April

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Formosa: From Tea Rooms to Volcanic Islands" Step back in time to 1916, when the aroma Oolong Tea filled the air at the renowned tea rooms. This advertisement captured not only the essence of a delightful beverage but also hinted at the island's cultural significance. Formosa, known today as Taiwan, has a history that stretches far beyond its tea traditions. Natives have called this land home for centuries, their vibrant culture shaping its identity. The engraving from Jan Blaeus Atlas Major showcases Fujian province in China and highlights Taiwan's strategic location within it – an important gateway between nations. Nature enthusiasts will find solace amidst the mud flats of Ria Formosa Nature Park in Portugal. Quinta do Lago offers breathtaking views where land meets water, reminding us of how diverse and awe-inspiring our planet can be. Intriguingly, even missionaries like Pedro de Alcala found themselves drawn to Formosa's shores. Their presence speaks volumes about the island's allure and spiritual significance throughout history. Beyond historical accounts lies a glimpse into everyday life on this enchanting island. Juan and Eva Peron were captivated by a football match – a testament to Taiwan's passion for sports that continues to thrive today. During World War I, another advertisement showcased Formosa Oolong Tea once again – evidence of its enduring popularity both locally and internationally. Venturing into nature reveals remarkable creatures unique to Taiwan. From Mikado pheasants with their resplendent plumage to Taiwan yellow tits gracefully flitting through Lalashan National Forest Reserve - these species remind us of Mother Nature's artistry on display here. Witnessing an osprey carrying fish above Taipei River is just one example of how wildlife thrives alongside bustling cityscapes on this extraordinary island. And let us not forget about Taiwanese traditions influenced by neighboring Japan.