Tahiti Collection (#28)

Sunflowers, 1901. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Sunflowers, 1901. Disillusioned by a lack of recognition of his work, Gauguin left Frace in 1891 and lived out the remainder of his life in French Polynesia

Scene from Tahitian Life (detail), 1896. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Scene from Tahitian Life (detail), 1896. Disillusioned by a lack of recognition of his work, Gauguin left Frace in 1891 and lived out the remainder of his life in French Polynesia

Vairumati, 1896. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Vairumati, 1896. A mythic earth mother of Tahitian legend. Disillusioned by a lack of recognition of his work, Gauguin left Frace in 1891 and lived out the remainder of his life in French Polynesia

James Cook, English navigator, witnessing human sacrifice in Taihiti (Otaheite) c1773 (1815). A scene from Cooks second Pacific voyage, undertaken from 1772-1775

Be Be (Nativity), 1896. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Be Be (Nativity), 1896. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Sacred Spring: Sweet Dreams (Nave Nave Moe), 1894. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Sacred Spring: Sweet Dreams (Nave Nave Moe), 1894. Detail. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Forests, Lakes, Caves and Unusual Rock Formations Engraving
Engraved Illustrations of Forests, Lakes, Caves and Unusual Rock Formations from Iconographic Encyclopedia of Science, Literature and Art, Published in 1851. Copyright has expired on this artwork

Woman enjoying the sunset in a swimming pool with Moorea in the background, Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Man carrying fruit, Tahiti, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

Human Sacriifice, Tahiti
Human sacrifice at Tahiti, Pacific Date: circa 1860

His Majesty Pomarre, King of Taheite (Tahiti)
His Majesty Pomarre (King Pomare II, c1782-1821), King of Taheite (Tahiti). circa 1821

Kau Kau Korner, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Signpost at Kau Kau Korner, a drive-in restaurant in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA, also known as the Crossroads of the Pacific, showing the distances to various places such as Tokyo, Shanghai, Tahiti

View of the island of Tahiti showing natives paddling long boats.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Two Women 1901 1902 Oil canvas 29 x 36 1 / 4 73. 7 92. 1 cm
Artokoloro

Auti Te Pape 1893-94 Woodcut printed color
Artokoloro

Le Sourire Taiti Smile Tahiti December 1899 woodcut
Artokoloro

Tahitian Women Bathing 1892 Oil paper laid down
Artokoloro

Tahitian Faces Frontal View Profiles ca 1899
Artokoloro

Tahiti island map 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Antique maps of Tahiti and other South Pacific islands

Many kayaks on the beach of Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Dramatic mountains looming behind Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Downtown Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Waterfront of Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Stand up paddlers working out at sunset with Moorea in the background, Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Dramatic sunset over Moorea, Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Waterfront of Papeete at sunset, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Black sand volcanic Taharuu Beach, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Paea River with dramatic mountains in the background, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Illustration of ancient Tahitian outrigger canoe

Sunset over Opunohu bay, Moorea, Polynesia
Mt Rotui and Opunohu bay at sunset, Moorea, French Polynesia

TAHITIAN MAN, c1920. Portrait of an unidentified Tahitian man carrying bunches of Fei bananas. Photograph, c1920

TAHITI: PAPEETE, c1920. Boats in the harbor in Papeete, Tahiti in French Polynesia. Photograph, c1920

Satellite view of Tahiti
Natural-color image of Tahiti. This island is part of a volcanic chain formed by the northwestward movement of the Pacific Plate over a fixed hotspot

Source Size = 1897 x 2507
The Duke of Edinburghs Collection at the South Kensington Museum, London: Tahiti Girl Gathering Oranges

Map of India, New Caledonia, Tahiti, Tuamotu Archipelago, Marquesas Islands, 1896

Source Size = 3779 x 4985
THE VISIT OF QUEEN MARAU OF TAHITI TO EUROPE: 1. Moorea and Papeete from the Semaphore, Tahiti. 2. The Late Queen Pomare IV. 3. King Pomare V. 4. Titaua (now Mrs. Dassie), Queen Maraus Sister. 5

The Man with an Axe, 1891
XJL9955 The Man with an Axe, 1891 by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 92x70 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Parau Parau (Whispered Words), 1892 (oil on canvas)
XOS937913 Parau Parau (Whispered Words), 1892 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 77.1x96.5 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; French, out of copyright

Pastorales Tahitiennes, 1893 (oil on canvas)
XIR899441 Pastorales Tahitiennes, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 86x113 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Month of Mary (Te Avae No Maria), 1899 (oil on canvas)
XIR898219 Month of Mary (Te Avae No Maria), 1899 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 97x72 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Te Pape Nave Nave (Delectable Waters), 1898 (oil on canvas)
XOS746465 Te Pape Nave Nave (Delectable Waters), 1898 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 74x95.3 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; French, out of copyright

The Bathers, 1897 (oil on canvas)
XOS744837 The Bathers, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 60.4x93.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; French, out of copyright

Contes Barbares, 1902 (oil on canvas)
XIR7025 Contes Barbares, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 130x91.5 cm; Museum Folkwang, Essen, Germany; French, out of copyright

And the Gold of their Bodies, 1901 (oil on canvas) (detail of 42678)
XIR696610 And the Gold of their Bodies, 1901 (oil on canvas) (detail of 42678) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Et L Or de Leur Corps); French, out of copyright

Oceanica, from Vogels Physical Atlas, c. 1850
BAL66720 Oceanica, from Vogels " Physical Atlas", c.1850 by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

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"Discover the Enchanting Beauty of Tahiti: A Paradise Immortalized by Gauguin" Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Paul Gauguin's masterpieces as he captures the essence and allure of Tahiti. In his renowned painting, "Tahiti Women, " Gauguin transports us to a realm where graceful figures bask on sandy shores, their beauty radiating under the tropical sun. Gauguin's artistic journey continues with his iconic work, "Where Do We Come From / What Are We / Where Are We Going. " This introspective masterpiece delves into profound questions while showcasing the breathtaking landscapes that define Tahiti. Its palm trees sway gently in sync with rhythmic ocean waves, creating a symphony of tranquility. Witness an outrigger canoe team gracefully gliding across turquoise waters off the coast of this idyllic island. The harmony between nature and humanity is beautifully portrayed as they practice their ancient art against a backdrop painted by Mother Nature herself. As you stroll along Papeete's waterfront, be captivated by its undeniable charm. French Polynesia's Pacific gem boasts picturesque scenes that inspired Gauguin's vivid imagination. Palm trees sway in syncopation with gentle sea breezes while golden sands invite you to indulge in pure relaxation. In Gauguin's mesmerizing artwork titled "Arearea, " we are transported to a world pulsating with energy and passion. Vibrant colors dance upon canvas as he portrays the vivacity and spirit of Tahitian culture – a testament to his deep connection with this enchanting land. The allure doesn't end there; explore further through Cooks Map of Tahiti, tracing your way through hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Feel like an explorer as you uncover secluded beaches framed by lush vegetation or stumble upon hidden waterfalls cascading into crystal-clear pools. Gauguin immortalizes two women in his captivating paintings from 1901 and 1899, showcasing the timeless beauty of Tahitian women.