Surinam Collection

Butterfly illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717), German-born naturalist and scientific illustrator, engraved by J Mulder, from a visit to Suriname, South America

Butterfly illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717), German-born naturalist and scientific illustrator, engraved by P Sluyter, from a visit to Suriname, South America

A family of Carib Indians from Suriname (Suriname). Lithography for the book
FLO4635752 A family of Carib Indians from Suriname (Suriname). Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Amerique et d'Australie" by Friedrich

Merian's opossum, Didelphys dorsigera, with young on its back. (Great wood mouse of America or Surinam rat)
FLO4640649 Merian's opossum, Didelphys dorsigera, with young on its back. (Great wood mouse of America or Surinam rat) Illustration copied from Pierre-Joseph Buchoz after Maria Sybilla Merian

A member of the Carib tribe of Dutch Guyana, south America in the 19th century
3252971 A member of the Carib tribe of Dutch Guyana, south America in the 19th century; (add.info.: A member of the Carib tribe of Dutch Guyana, south America in the 19th century)

Engraving depicting a typical eighteenth century Surinam planter, 19th century
5308644 Engraving depicting a typical eighteenth century Surinam planter, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a typical eighteenth century Surinam planter)

Geography map: representation of the coasts of Surinam (Suriname) in South America
VEN5030152 Geography map: representation of the coasts of Surinam (Suriname) in South America, made by Dutch cartographer Gerard van Keulen (1678-1726) 1709-1713

Black-and-white worm lizard, Amphisbaena fuliginosa, and brown and yellow snake of Surinam (Boa constrictor?)
FLO4653008 Black-and-white worm lizard, Amphisbaena fuliginosa, and brown and yellow snake of Surinam (Boa constrictor?). The snake said to have two heads, the Amphisbaena fuliginosa

Corybantes pylades moth (Pylades butterfly, Papilio pylades). Illustration drawn
FLO4683637 Corybantes pylades moth (Pylades butterfly, Papilio pylades). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

A member of the Arawak tribe of Dutch Guyana; south America in the 19th century
3252969 A member of the Arawak tribe of Dutch Guyana; south America in the 19th century; (add.info.: A member of the Arawak tribe of Dutch Guyana; south America in the 19th century)

Geography map: representation of Surinam (or Suriname), a Dutch colony, made by Dutch cartographer Gerard van Keulen
VEN5030092 Geography map: representation of Surinam (or Suriname), a Dutch colony, made by Dutch cartographer Gerard van Keulen (1678-1726) 1709-1713

Geography map: representation of the coasts of Surinam (Suriname) or Dutch Guiana
VEN5030104 Geography map: representation of the coasts of Surinam (Suriname) or Dutch Guiana, made by Dutch cartographer Gerard van Keulen (1678-1726) 1709-1713

Spotted or Surinam kingfisher, Alcedo paradisea? Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4641312 Spotted or Surinam kingfisher, Alcedo paradisea? Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine,"

Coral snake, Micrurus surinamensis? (Surinam amphisboena, Amphisbaena magnifica?) Illustration by Maria Sybilla Merian
FLO4640432 Coral snake, Micrurus surinamensis? (Surinam amphisboena, Amphisbaena magnifica?) Illustration by Maria Sybilla Merian

Residence, offices and tent-barge of the Alkmaar cocoa Plantation on the Suriname in the 19th century
3252964 Residence, offices and tent-barge of the Alkmaar cocoa Plantation on the Suriname in the 19th century; (add.info.: Residence)

Surinam toad, Pipa pipa, male 1 and female with eggs on its back 2, and Surinam horned frog, Ceratophrys cornuta 3
FLO4574254 Surinam toad, Pipa pipa, male 1 and female with eggs on its back 2, and Surinam horned frog, Ceratophrys cornuta 3

Great purple hairstreak, Atlides halesus (Atys butterfly, Papilio atys). Male, ventral and dorsal
FLO4683890 Great purple hairstreak, Atlides halesus (Atys butterfly, Papilio atys). Male, ventral and dorsal. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Cacao or cocoa tree and fruit, Theobroma cacao. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by P
FLO4997147 Cacao or cocoa tree and fruit, Theobroma cacao. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by P. Sluyter after an illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian from Metamorphosis of the Insects of

Views in Dutch Guiana: the city of Paramaribo, Surinam, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Views in Dutch Guiana: the city of Paramaribo, Surinam, 1864. Illustration '...from the portfolio of the "Scenery of the Netherlands' West Indies" - an interesting collection of

South America, Surinam. Horn frog face close-up. (Editorial Use Only)

General map of Suriname, 1737-1757. Creator: Hendrik de Leth
General map of Suriname, 1737-1757. Map of the colony or province of Suriname: with the rivers, districts, discoveries by military expeditions

View of the Coffee Plantation Marienbosch in Surinam, 1829-1876. Creator: Willem de Klerk
View of the Coffee Plantation Marienbosch in Surinam, 1829-1876. Other Title(s): View of the Meerzorg Coffee Plantation on the Taparoepi Canal in Surinam?

Oeman Kondre on the Marowijne river, 1850. Creator: Jacob van Geffen
Oeman Kondre on the Marowijne river, Suriname, 1850. Houses and rainforest seen from the river

Jodensavanne, 1860. Creator: Gerard Voorduin
Jodensavanne, 1860. Jodensavanne ('Jewish Savanna') was a plantation community in Suriname established in the 1600s by Sephardi Jews

Daniel Francis Schas (1772-1848), Member of the Council for Commerce and the Colonies from 1814 to 1 Creator
Daniel Francis Schas (1772-1848), Member of the Council for Commerce and the Colonies from 1814 to 1820, 1826

Guianan Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola rupicola), during courtship display, Guianan Shield, Suriname

Cocoa Plant, Caterpillar, Butterflies, 1705 Illustration showing cocoa plant, caterpillar, pupa and butterflies. Illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717)

Water Hyacinth, Water Bugs, and Tree Frogs, 1705

Spring crocus and European peacock butterfly
Spring crocus, Crocus vernus, and European peacock butterfly, Aglais io. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Daniel Rabel after a botanical illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian from Pierre Joseph

Wild daffodil and snowdrops
Wild daffodil, Narcissus pseudonarcissus, and snowdrops, Galanthus nivalis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Daniel Rabel after a botanical illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian from Pierre

Frogs, toads and tadpoles. European tree frog, Hyla arborea, rattle-voiced tree frog, Auletris crepitans, edible frog, Rana esculenta, shrinking frog, Pseudis paradoxa, Surinam horned frog

Two Suriname snakes: Green snake and checkered
Two Suriname snakes: Green snake (Malayan green whipsnake, Ahaetulla mycterizans?) and checkered garter snake, Thamnophis marcianus

Guianan cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola rupicola), two males fighting during lek, Guianan Shield, Suriname

Water lily (Nymphaea rudgeana) leaves viewed from below in a black water creek. Suriname, October

Carib family of Surinam, 19th century.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

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Blue Poison Dart Frog (Dendrobates azureus) aka Okopipi, Surinam Date: 20/06/2011

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South America, Republic of Surinam. Close-up of poison dart frog on leaf. Date: 06/10/2010

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Blue Poison Dart Frog aka Okopipi (Dendrobates azureus), Surinam Date: 20/06/2011

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Blue Poison Dart Frog aka Okopipi (Dendrobates azureus), Surinam Date: 20/06/2011

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South America, Surinam. Emerald eye tree frog (Hyla crepitans) Date: 10/11/2005

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South America, Surinam. Bicolor monkey frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor) Date: 10/11/2005

Crimson-crested woodpecker, Campephilus melanoleucos (Buff-crested woodpecker
FLO4659471 Crimson-crested woodpecker, Campephilus melanoleucos (Buff-crested woodpecker, Picus melanoleucus). Based on a skin in the Leverian Museum

Portrait of Joan Jacob Mauricius, Governor-General of Suriname, 1741 (pastel on paper)
1765840 Portrait of Joan Jacob Mauricius, Governor-General of Suriname, 1741 (pastel on paper) by Troost, Cornelis (1697-1750); 73A--58 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Dog s-tooth violet and moth
Dog s-tooth-violet or dogtooth violet, Erythronium dens-canis, and moth. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Daniel Rabel after a botanical illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian from Pierre Joseph

Crown imperial lily, Fritillaria imperialis, and tulips, Tulipa gesneriana. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Daniel Rabel after a botanical illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian from Pierre

Black-naped monarch and hooded warbler
Black-naped monarch, Hypothymis azurea 1, and hooded warbler, Setophaga citrina 2. Gobe-mouche blue des Philippines, Gobe-mouche de la Louisiane

Surinam toad, Pipa pipa, with eggs embedded in the skin. Rospo, Pipa del Surinam. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

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Surinam, a land of vibrant biodiversity and natural wonders, captivates with its stunning landscapes and unique wildlife. Maria Sibylla Merian's exquisite butterfly illustrations in "Surinaamsche Insecten" transport us to a world where delicate wings flutter amidst lush greenery. The Carib family of Surinam, hailing from the 19th century, adds depth to the country's rich cultural tapestry. In this enchanting realm known as the Guianan Shield, we witness the mesmerizing courtship display of the Guianan Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola rupicola). Picture No. 11981105 captures their flamboyant plumage and graceful movements during this ritualistic dance. As spring awakens Surinam's landscape, crocuses bloom alongside European peacock butterflies while wild daffodils sway gently beside snowdrops. Nature paints an awe-inspiring canvas that delights both our eyes and souls. The amphibious symphony echoes through Suriname's wetlands as frogs croak harmoniously with tadpoles swimming playfully by their side. Amongst them slither two fascinating snake species: the elegant Green Snake and its checkered counterpart. Witnessing nature's battles unfold is not uncommon here; two male Guianan cock-of-the-rocks fiercely compete for dominance during a lek on the Guianan Shield. Their vibrant feathers become symbols of strength and determination in this primal contest. Delving beneath black water creeks reveals another marvel - Nymphaea rudgeana leaves floating above like celestial orbs in a hidden paradise. Water lilies grace these tranquil waters, casting an ethereal glow upon Suriname's October scenery. Surinam beckons explorers to immerse themselves in its captivating beauty - from Maria Sibylla Merian's timeless illustrations to encounters with exotic creatures like no other place on Earth can offer.