Proa Collection

A Micronesian proa, aka prau, perahu, and prahu from the Caroline Islands in the Pacific
3253026 A Micronesian proa, aka prau, perahu, and prahu from the Caroline Islands in the Pacific; (add.info.: A Micronesian proa, aka prau, perahu, and prahu from the Caroline Islands in the Pacific)

The Attack of Two Lanoon Pirate Proas on the Proa Jolly Bachelor, 19th century (oil on canvas)
3870763 The Attack of Two Lanoon Pirate Proas on the Proa Jolly Bachelor, 19th century (oil on canvas); (add.info.: Belonging to Rajah Brooks of Sarawack)

Sri Lankan outrigger boats - 4
Sailing outrigger fishing boats off the coast of Sri Lanka. The boats are also known as perahu, prau, proa, waka, perahu, prahu, or multihull vessels

Sri Lankan outrigger boats - 3
Sailing outrigger fishing boats off the coast of Sri Lanka. The boats are also known as perahu, prau, proa, waka, perahu, prahu, or multihull vessels Date: 1994

Sri Lankan outrigger boats - 2
Sailing outrigger fishing boats off the coast of Sri Lanka. The boats are also known as perahu, prau, proa, waka, perahu, prahu, or multihull vessels Date: 1994

Sri Lankan outrigger boats - 1
Sailing outrigger fishing boats off the coast of Sri Lanka. The boats are also known as perahu, prau, proa, waka, perahu, prahu, or multihull vessels Date: 1994

Crew of Sri Lankan fishing prau
Ragged Sri Lankan fishermen work their prau sailing boat off the coast of Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Sri Lankan fisherman in outrigger boat - 4
A ragged Sri Lankan fisherman in straw sun hat, on the bow of his prau sailing boat off the coast of Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Sri Lankan fisherman in outrigger boat - 3
A ragged Sri Lankan fisherman in straw sun hat, on the bow of his prau sailing boat off the coast of Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Sri Lankan fisherman in outrigger boat - 2
A ragged Sri Lankan fisherman in straw sun hat, on the bow of his prau sailing boat off the coast of Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Sri Lankan fisherman in outrigger boat - 1
A ragged Sri Lankan fisherman in straw sun hat, on the bow of his prau sailing boat off the coast of Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Three fishermen, Sri Lanka
Three ragged fishermen, two wearing headscarves, stand ready to launch their outrigger, prau, fishing boat from shallow water Munnakkara, Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Young fisherman, Sri Lanka
A young Sri Lankan fisherman gathers his fishing nets in the shallow water on the beach Date: 1994

A Proa From Makassar, Indonesia In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano, Published 1878

A Proa from Makassar, Indonesia, from El Mundo en la Mano, published 1878
KW478307 A Proa from Makassar, Indonesia, from El Mundo en la Mano, published 1878 (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A proa from Makassar)

MALAYAN SAILING SHIP, 1808. Malay proas at the south side of Coupang Bay, Island of Timor. Lithograph, English, 1808

Proa of Pacific Islands
Flying proa of the Ladrone Islands (= Marianas) using outrigger design

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"Exploring the Rich Maritime History of Eastern Islands: The Proa" The proa, a traditional outrigger boat, has deep historical roots in the Eastern Islands of Indonesia. Sri Lanka also boasts its own versions of these remarkable vessels - from the skilled crew to the hardworking fishermen. As we delve into their maritime heritage, witness how these Sri Lankan outrigger boats have evolved over time. From snapshots capturing the camaraderie among fishermen to young sailors embracing this age-old tradition, immerse yourself in the vibrant world of proas. These images showcase not only their functional design but also reflect a way of life deeply intertwined with nature and sea. Join us on this journey as we celebrate the resilience and ingenuity of those who continue to sail these waters with pride and passion – keeping alive an ancient seafaring legacy for generations to come.