Trinidad And Tobago Collection

Trinidad & Tobago Map, c1940s. Creator: Unknown
Trinidad & Tobago Map, c1940s. From " Trinidad - British West Indies, Land of the Humming Bird". [Tichnor Quality Views, Boston]

Map of Panama 1864
Map of Panama - combined with 2 different texture overlays

The Lesser Antilles or the Windward Islands, with the Eastern part of the Leeward Islands
KW205898 The Lesser Antilles or the Windward Islands, with the Eastern part of the Leeward Islands, from Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre by Guillaume Raynal (1713-96)

Rasta (Rastafarian) hats on display, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Vintage map of the West India Islands 1860s

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

Fingerprint Flamingo Tongue -Cyphoma signatum- crawling over sponge, Little Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago

The Red House, Government Buildings, Port of Spain, Trinidad, B. W. I. early 20th century
The Red House, Government Buildings, Port of Spain, Trinidad, B.W.I. (British West Indies), early 20th century. View of colonial administrative buildings in what is now Trinidad and Tobago

Queens Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, 1912. From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Sunset at Castara Bay in Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago, Tobago, Castara Bay, Castara

Trinidad and Tobago, Tobago Island, Englishmans Bay, Overview of bay

Trinidad and Tobago, Tobago Island, Pigeon Point Palm leaf infront of typical caribbean house

Trinidad and Tobago, Tobago Island, Pigeon Point, Child holding starfish over sand (MR)

Members of the British Empire Citizensand Workers Home Rule Party seen here in Port O Spain, Trinidad following the 1946 general strike. Circa January 1947

Tubal Uriah Butler leader of the British Empire Citizens and Workers Home Rule Party. Circa January 1947

Copper-rumped hummingbird (Saucerottia tobaci) feeding, Tobago, West Indies

Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago, Tobago, Sandy Point

Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago, Tobago, Castara Bay, Castara

Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago, Tobago, Scarborough, Fort King George

Trinidad and Tobago, Tobago Island, The Caribbean, Parlatuvier Bay, Overview

Cocoa, 2, Opening the pods, Trinidad (colour litho)
8659393 Cocoa, 2, Opening the pods, Trinidad (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoa, 2, Opening the pods, Trinidad)

Trinidad (engraving)
8676230 Trinidad (engraving) by Pritchett, Robert (1828-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trinidad)

Map showing the Gulf of Paria or De La Ballena as Christopher Columbus named it on his third voyage
2915323 Map showing the Gulf of Paria or De La Ballena as Christopher Columbus named it on his third voyage, 1892 (print); (add.info.: From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R)

Sir Walter Raleigh's Conquest of the City of St Joseph in the Isle of Trinidad
3329529 Sir Walter Raleigh's Conquest of the City of St Joseph in the Isle of Trinidad; (add.info)

Plan of Tobago, 1776 (coloured engraving)
7340444 Plan of Tobago, 1776 (coloured engraving) by Bayly, John (fl.c.1754-1806); 61x92 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: John Byres; J)

Picking the Cocoa Pods, Trinidad (b/w photo)
8674258 Picking the Cocoa Pods, Trinidad (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picking the Cocoa Pods, Trinidad)

"Dancing" Cacao Beans in Trinidad (b/w photo)
8674205 "Dancing" Cacao Beans in Trinidad (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Dancing" Cacao Beans in Trinidad)

Cocoa, 1, Cacao tree, Trinidad (colour litho)
8659389 Cocoa, 1, Cacao tree, Trinidad (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoa, 1, Cacao tree, Trinidad)

Geography map: representation of the Orenoque River in Venezuela
VEN5030093 Geography map: representation of the Orenoque River in Venezuela, the Gulf of Paria, the islands of Tobago, Trinidad (Trinidad)

The Green Honeycreeper, Chlorophanes spiza is sitting on the branch in green backgound, amazing blue colored bird, Trinidad . Petr Simon

Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) female, returning to sea after laying eggs in nest on beach, Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island, Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean

Two Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) hatchlings moving across beach towards sea after leaving nest, Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island, Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean Sea

Purple Honeycreeper (Cyanerpes caeruleus) perching on leaf, Trinidad and Tobago
The purple honeycreeper (Cyanerpes caeruleus) is a small bird in the tanager family

Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) hatchling, swimming vigorously across a rainwater pool toward the sea just after leaving nest, Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island, Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean

Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) female, in shallow river, trying to find her way back to the sea after laying eggs on a sandbar, Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island, Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean

Cocoa plantation, Trinidad (chromolitho)
7172128 Cocoa plantation, Trinidad (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoa plantation, Trinidad)

Cocoa pods growing on a tree, Trinidad (chromolitho)
7172135 Cocoa pods growing on a tree, Trinidad (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoa pods growing on a tree, Trinidad)

Le Carnaval A Port-D Espagne (engraving)
2783348 Le Carnaval A Port-D Espagne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Carnaval A Port-D Espagne)

Seals of The British Colonies, designed by Frederick Leighton (colour litho)
3100090 Seals of The British Colonies, designed by Frederick Leighton (colour litho) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seals of The British Colonies)

Members of the British Empire Citizensand WorkersHome Rule Party seen here in Port O Spain, Trinidad following the 1946 general strike. Circa January 1947

Three East Indian women carrying water back to the workers in the sugar fields of Trinidad. Circa December 1946

Three generations of descendants of indentured East Indian labourers brought to Trinidad in the mid 19th century to work in the sugar cane fields seen here during a break from working in the sugar

Descendants of indentured East Indian labourers working in the sugar cane fields in Trinidad. Circa December 1946

Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, Windward Islands, West Indies. 27th July 1955

A Picnic Party at Maracas Falls, Trinidad, with Sir A. Moloney and Party, 1902
A Picnic Party at Maracas Falls, Trinidad, Including His Excellency Sir A. Moloney and Party, 1902. From " The Windsor Magazine Vol. XVI - June to November 1902". [Ward, Lock & Co

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Trinidad and Tobago, a captivating duo of islands nestled in the Caribbean Sea, boast a rich tapestry of history and culture. As we explore this enchanting destination, let us embark on a journey through time. Firstly, let's delve into its geographical significance. The vintage maps from 1864 and the 1940s showcase Trinidad and Tobago's position within the Lesser Antilles or Windward Islands, along with the Eastern part of the Leeward Islands. These maps highlight their strategic location amidst other West Indian gems. Moving forward, we encounter vibrant displays of Rastafarian hats that pay homage to the island's diverse cultural heritage. This fusion is further accentuated by Carnival celebrations captured in photographs from the early 20th century - an explosion of color and revelry that defines Trinidadian identity. The architectural wonders also leave an indelible mark on our memories. The Red House stands tall as a symbol of governance in Port of Spain while Queens Park Oval serves as a testament to Trinidad's love for cricket since its establishment in 1912. Nature lovers are not left disappointed either; picturesque scenes unfold before our eyes at Castara Bay in Tobago. With breathtaking sunsets painting the sky above crystal-clear waters, it becomes evident why these islands are considered paradise on Earth. Lastly, we encounter unique wildlife encounters such as the Fingerprint Flamingo Tongue crawling over sponge at Little Tobago - a reminder that nature thrives abundantly here despite modern developments. Trinidad and Tobago offer an alluring blend of historical landmarks like antique maps alongside cultural festivities like Carnival. From stunning landscapes to architectural marvels and fascinating fauna encounters – this twin-island nation has something for everyone seeking an unforgettable Caribbean experience.