French Antilles Collection

St. Barthelemy, French Antilles, West Indies

Vintage map of the West India Islands 1860s

Antquie Map of The West Indies
Vintage map of The West Indies from 1837

Sugar cane processing machinery, Pere Labat distillery, Ile de Marie-Galante, French Antilles, West Indies, Central America

Establishments of the French, English and Spanish on the Antilles Islands, engraving by G. Zuliani taken from Tome IV of the "Newest Atlas" published in Venice in 1785 by Antonio Zatta

Lighthouse at Pointe du Vieux Fort at sunset, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Lighthouse at Pointe du Vieux Fort overlooking the Caribbean Sea at sunset, southernmost point of Guadeloupe; Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Photograph of unidentified woman wearing French Antillean dress, 1860-1880
The colonial postcard, popular in the first two decades of the 20th century, came to represent both the technological triumphs of western photography - in printing and mass production

I. - Marchande de bananes aux Antilles, ca. 1910. Creator: Unknown
Banana-seller in the Antilles. The colonial postcard, popular in the first two decades of the 20th century, came to represent both the technological triumphs of western photography - in printing

Plage de Malendure at sunset, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, French Antilles, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

©EyeUbiquitous_20064826
WEST INDIES, French Antilles, St Martin Orient beach with people sunbathing on loungers

©EyeUbiquitous_20064828
WEST INDIES, French Antilles, St Martin Samana beach with people sunbathing on loungers and parasols

©EyeUbiquitous_20064827
WEST INDIES, French Antilles, St Martin Orient beach with people sunbathing on loungers

©EyeUbiquitous_20038005
WEST INDIES, French Antilles, St Barthelemy Gustavia. Brightly painted town house

Cascades aux Ecrevisses in a tropical forest on Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Serene waterfall, Cascades aux Ecrevisses, in a tropical forest on Basse-Terre; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Palm Tree Shadow On a Sandy Beach, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Vibrant turquoise water of the Caribbean Sea and shadows of palm trees on a sandy beach; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Caribbean Sea from Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
View of the rugged coastline and Caribbean Sea from the Fort at Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies; Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, France

Grand-Croix at the top of Pointe des Chateaux on Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Grand-Croix at the top of the rocky peninsula of Pointe des Chateaux with a dramatic cloudy sky, Grande-Terre; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Waves crashing on the rocks of Pointe des Chateaux on Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Waves crashing on the rocky peninsula of Pointe des Chateaux on Grande-Terre; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Rock formations of Pointe des Chateaux peninsula on Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Vibrant Caribbean Sea surrounding the rock formations on the Pointe des Chateaux peninsula on Grande-Terre; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Caribbean Sea and palm trees, Plage de la Caravelle, Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Blue sky and turquoise water of the Caribbean Sea with palm trees along the seashore at Plage de la Caravelle, Sainte-Anne on Grande-Terre; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Seagulls on posts of an old pier, Anse de Sent-An, Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Seagulls (Laridae) perched on the the posts remaining from an old pier in the turquoise water of the Caribbean Sea at Anse de Sent-An, Pointe-a-Pitre; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Volcanic rock on the beach at Pointe des Chateaux, Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Volcanic rock formations and golden light reflected in a tidal pool on the beach at Pointe des Chateaux under a cloudy sky; Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Saint Martin, view of coastal town and harbor; Caribbean, Overlooking Marigot from fort

MARTINIQUE. French Antilles. West Indies. J. M. Distillery in Macouba. Oak barrels
MARTINIQUE. French Antilles. West Indies. J.M. Distillery in Macouba. Oak barrels ready to be filled with rum for aging. (Editorial Usage Only)

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

Discover the enchanting beauty of the French Antilles, a tropical paradise in the West Indies. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you explore St. Barthelemy, with its charming streets and breathtaking beaches. Transport yourself back in time with a vintage map of the West India Islands from the 1860s or an antique map of The West Indies. Experience the legacy of sugar cane processing machinery at MARTINIQUE's J. M. Distillery in Macouba, where one-cylinder machines have been used for generations to create exquisite rum. Marvel at the stunning lighthouse at Pointe du Vieux Fort as it casts its warm glow over Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe during sunset. Step into another era with a captivating photograph of an unidentified woman wearing French Antillean dress from 1860-1880. Witness daily life on these idyllic islands through a snapshot capturing a Marchande de bananes aux Antilles circa 1910. Indulge in relaxation on Plage de Malendure as you watch the sun set over Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe - an unforgettable moment that perfectly encapsulates the allure of this region. Let your senses be captivated by EyeUbiquitous_20064826, EyeUbiquitous_20064828, and EyeUbiquitous_20064827 photographs that showcase both natural beauty and cultural heritage. The French Antilles beckon adventurers seeking pristine beaches, vibrant history, and unparalleled charm. Lose yourself amidst turquoise waters and lush landscapes while discovering why this Caribbean gem is truly one-of-a-kind.  .