Paraguyan Collection

War of the Triple Alliance, the Paraguayan war in 1865-1870
5314322 War of the Triple Alliance, the Paraguayan war in 1865-1870; (add.info.: War of the Triple Alliance, the Paraguayan war in 1865-1870)

Recolving tobacco in PARAGUAY. Engraving 1861
JAB4121594 Recolving tobacco in PARAGUAY. Engraving 1861; (add.info.: Recolving tobacco in PARAGUAY. Engraving 1861); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

War of the Triple Alliance, in the Paraguayan War 1865-1870 Battle of Richauelo
5314319 War of the Triple Alliance, in the Paraguayan War 1865-1870 Battle of Richauelo; (add.info.: War of the Triple Alliance, in the Paraguayan War 1865-1870 Battle of Richauelo)

Geographic map of Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay in South America, years 1870. Colour engraving of the 19th century
NWI4876306 Geographic map of Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay in South America, years 1870. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Geographic map of Argentina)

Jobs in the world: the postman wearing traditional clothes, the and the stamp of Paraguay Chromo 19th century Private
ELD4922649 Jobs in the world: the postman wearing traditional clothes, the and the stamp of Paraguay Chromo 19th century Private collection; Private Collection; (add.info.: Jobs in the world)

Engraving depicting a Gaucho using friction to create fire
3522000 Engraving depicting a Gaucho using friction to create fire; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Gaucho using friction to create fire. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Universal Exhibition of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain 1888 in La Ilustracion Iberica (engraving)
UIG5416142 Universal Exhibition of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain 1888 in La Ilustracion Iberica (engraving); (add.info.: Pavilion of the Republic of Uruguay. Drawing by Asarta.); PHAS/UIG

Chart of Paraguay, Chile, Straits of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego in South America, c.1720 (coloured engraving)
7339509 Chart of Paraguay, Chile, Straits of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego in South America, c.1720 (coloured engraving) by Visscher

War of the Triple Alliance, in the Paraguayan War 1865-1870 March 24, 1866 Battle of Tuyuti paraguaniana the cavalry
5315151 War of the Triple Alliance, in the Paraguayan War 1865-1870 March 24, 1866 Battle of Tuyuti paraguaniana the cavalry under the command of General Isidoro Resquin; (add.info)

Composite skeleton of Megatherium
863936 Composite skeleton of Megatherium; (add.info.: Composite skeleton of a Megatherium, made up of three separate specimens sent to Madrid between 1789 and 1798)

Flags of forty countries, circa 1890. Colour lithography, 19th century
NWI4851551 Flags of forty countries, circa 1890. Colour lithography, 19th century.; (add.info.: Flags of forty countries, circa 1890)

Geography map: representation of the central part of South America (Peru, Brazil, Paraguay)
VEN5030262 Geography map: representation of the central part of South America (Peru, Brazil, Paraguay, Chile) from the Atlas " Amerique meridionale" by French cartographer Jean-Baptiste

Native Americans of Paraguay converted by Jesuits shown wearing clothes, plowing the land, spinning yarn
FLO4621283 Native Americans of Paraguay converted by Jesuits shown wearing clothes, plowing the land, spinning yarn, and living in a timber house with a shrine to the Virgin Mary and Jesus

Lengua or Juiadge people of Paraguay, with their distinctive lip plugs or barbotto
FLO4621256 Lengua or Juiadge people of Paraguay, with their distinctive lip plugs or barbotto. Male hunters with bow, arrows and quiver, women roasting meat on a fire

Nerve plant or mosaic plant, Fittonia albivenis (Gymnostachyum verschaffeltii)
FLO4627800 Nerve plant or mosaic plant, Fittonia albivenis (Gymnostachyum verschaffeltii). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire's Flowers of the Gardens

Family of the extinct Charrua people of Paraguay crossing a river on a hunting trip
FLO4621245 Family of the extinct Charrua people of Paraguay crossing a river on a hunting trip. The man wears a loincloth and ear piercings, and carries a bow, spear and arrow

Guarani people of Paraguay. They wear cotton skirts and hats with nets to hold harvested corn and fruit
FLO4721728 Guarani people of Paraguay. They wear cotton skirts and hats with nets to hold harvested corn and fruit. From Felix de Azara's Voyages in America Meridionale

Hunters of the Wayana (Guayana) people of Paraguay with spears and bows wearing feather headdresses
FLO4621263 Hunters of the Wayana (Guayana) people of Paraguay with spears and bows wearing feather headdresses. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrario's Costumes

Nineteenth century Paraguayan country girls (litho)
KW353687 Nineteenth century Paraguayan country girls (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from a 19th century illustration;)

The Paraguayan in her Desolate Mother Land, 1880
IND54169 The Paraguayan in her Desolate Mother Land, 1880 by Blanes, Juan Manuel (1830-1901); Museo Nacional Artes Plasticas, Montevideo, Spain; Index Fototeca

Partial View of the Falls of Iguassu, Junction of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina
5221677 Partial View of the Falls of Iguassu, Junction of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina, Approached from the North by the Brazil Railway Companys System (colour litho) by Pattison, Edgar L

The High East Bank of the Paraguay River which makes Paraguay (litho)
7171243 The High East Bank of the Paraguay River which makes Paraguay (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A street in Asuncion, the Paraguayan capital (litho)
7171241 A street in Asuncion, the Paraguayan capital (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A street in Asuncion, the Paraguayan capital)

Flags of All Nations (colour litho)
7178723 Flags of All Nations (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flags of All Nations)

Members of the League of Nations (colour litho)
7163177 Members of the League of Nations (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the League of Nations)

Coats of arms of countries of the Americas (colour litho)
3630408 Coats of arms of countries of the Americas (colour litho) by Strohl, Hugo Gerard (1851-1919) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coats of arms of countries of the Americas)

Souvenir of the Exposition Universelle 1889, Paris, France (litho)
6030928 Souvenir of the Exposition Universelle 1889, Paris, France (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Souvenir of the Exposition Universelle 1889, Paris)

President Lopez in Asuncion (engraving)
1057166 President Lopez in Asuncion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: President Lopez in Asuncion)

Paraguayan with his Mate-Pot (engraving)
966786 Paraguayan with his Mate-Pot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paraguayan with his Mate-Pot)

Naval Warfare in Paraguay. Destruction of a Brazilian Gunboat by a Torpedo (engraving)
664806 Naval Warfare in Paraguay. Destruction of a Brazilian Gunboat by a Torpedo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Naval Warfare in Paraguay)

A Rancho in Araguay, Paraguay (engraving)
1610196 A Rancho in Araguay, Paraguay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rancho in Araguay, Paraguay)

Map of the Americas, circa 1821
6337821 Map of the Americas, circa 1821 by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Map of the Americas, circa 1821. Showing Labrador, Canada, the United States, Louisiana, Mexico, Brazil)

Portrait of General Lopez (engraving)
2772863 Portrait of General Lopez (engraving) by Morin, Edmond (1824-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of General Lopez)

Le paye ou medecin payaguas (engraving)
2790009 Le paye ou medecin payaguas (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le paye ou medecin payaguas. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1865)

Asuncion, the Capital of Paraguay (engraving)
1099364 Asuncion, the Capital of Paraguay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asuncion, the Capital of Paraguay)

Jesuits instructing natives to build houses in Paraguay 31, gaucho cowboys hunting wild cattle on horseback 32
6337860 Jesuits instructing natives to build houses in Paraguay 31, gaucho cowboys hunting wild cattle on horseback 32, and Spaniards drinking mate through a silver tube in Buenos Ayres 33 by English

The Guard-House of Humaita, Paraguay (engraving)
1613450 The Guard-House of Humaita, Paraguay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Guard-House of Humaita, Paraguay)

View up the River at Asuncion, Paraguay (engraving)
1610105 View up the River at Asuncion, Paraguay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View up the River at Asuncion, Paraguay)

Les Serpents Au Paraguay (engraving)
2789246 Les Serpents Au Paraguay (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Serpents Au Paraguay. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 10 December 1893)

The Principal Peoples of the Americas, c. 1798-99 (colour engraving)
XIR161347 The Principal Peoples of the Americas, c.1798-99 (colour engraving) by Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, Jacques (1757-1810) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage and Natural Beauty of Paraguay" Step back in time to the nineteenth century as we catch a glimpse of Paraguayan country girls through a captivating lithograph. The resilience and beauty of these women shine through "The Paraguayan in her Desolate Mother Land, 1880, " reminding us of their strength amidst challenging times. Nature's wonders take center stage as we witness the breathtaking "Partial View of the Falls of Iguassu. " This junction where Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina meet is approached with awe from the North by the Brazil Railway Company's System. It serves as a testament to the harmonious coexistence between these nations. Marvel at how geography shapes destiny as we explore "The High East Bank of the Paraguay River, " which defines this remarkable nation. Its lithograph showcases both its grandeur and significance throughout history. Immerse yourself in Asuncion, the vibrant capital city that pulsates with life. A stroll down its streets reveals an enchanting blend of tradition and modernity captured beautifully in another lithograph titled "A street in Asuncion. " Witness unity among nations fluttering high above with pride through colorful flags representing diverse cultures worldwide. These vivid images come alive in "Flags of All Nations" and remind us that diversity is our strength. Discover Paraguay's active role on an international platform through depictions such as "Members of League Nations. " Their participation reflects their commitment to global peace and cooperation. Celebrate Pan-American camaraderie showcased brilliantly in "Coats of Arms" featuring countries across Americas united by shared values, heritage, and aspirations for progress. Travel back to Paris 1889 with a delightful souvenir from Exposition Universelle - a mesmerizing lithograph capturing memories cherished forever. It symbolizes cultural exchange between France and Paraguay during this momentous event. Experience historical figures coming alive before your eyes.