West Indian Collection (#37)

Caribbean, Martinique
MARTINIQUE. French Antilles. West Indies. St. Pierre. Royal palms & sugarcane field. Grounds of Depaz rum distillery

WEST INDIES: NEW YEAR S. New Years festival in the West Indies. Wood engraving, American, 1854

CAPTURE OF TOBAGO, 1793. The capture of Tobago in the West Indies by the English, 15 April 1793. Contemporary line engraving

SANTO DOMINGO: STEED, 1871. The Dominican and His Steed. Wood engraving, American, 1871

JAMAICA: PORT ROYAL, 1865. The town and harbor of Port Royal, Jamaica. Wood engraving, English, 1865

WEST INDIES: HURRICANE. A hurricane in the West Indies. Line engraving, late 16th century

JAMAICA: FEMALE STEVEDORES. Coaling a Royal Mail Steam-Packet at Kingston, Jamaica. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1865

GUADELOUPE, 17th CENTURY. A shore party from the Spanish fleet ambushed by Carib Indians on the island of Guadeloupe. Line engraving from a late 17th century Dutch edition of Thomas Gages Travels in

COLUMBUS AT BARCELONA. Christopher Columbus at the court of Barcelona, Spain, following his return from the New World, 1493. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

COLUMBUS: JAMAICA, 1504. The inhabitants of Jamaica astonished by the eclipse of the moon predicted, with the aid of an almanac, by Christopher Columbus for the last night of February 1504

ST. THOMAS: HURRICANE, 1867. Damaged ships in the harbor of St. Thomas, West Indies, in the wake of a hurricane on December 1867. Line engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

MARTINIQUE: ST PIERRE. Town and harbor of St. Pierre, Martinique, at the foot of Mount Pelee, whose last eruption in 1902 destroyed the town and killed about 30, 000 people

WEST INDIES MAP, 1715. Map of the West Indies and adjacent lands of the Carribean and Gulf of Mexico engraved by Herman Moll in 1715

MAP: WEST INDIES. Engraved map of the West Indies published in Paris in 1688; the elaborately embellished cartouche shows plants, animals, and natives of the region

SHIP OF DISCOVERY, 1592. Flying fish, attempting to escape predators, fall on board a Portuguese ship of discovery in West Indian waters. Engraving, 1592, by Theodore de Bry

ALONSO de OJEDA (1465?-1515). Spanish explorer. Ojeda with a cacique of natives during one of his many expeditions in the West Indies. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

LANDING OF COLUMBUS, 1492. The landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World, 12 October 1492. Steel engraving, American, 1858, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

View down over cultivated lower slopes of mountain, Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

Grand Cayman Rock Iguana (Cyclura lewisi) adult, standing on stony ground, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Black-throated Blue Warbler (Dendroica caerulescens) adult male, perched on branch, Port Antonio, Jamaica, march

Jamaican Pewee (Contopus pallidus) adult, perched on branch, Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

Gold Rim Swallowtail (Battus polydamas jamaicensis) adult, sunning on leaf, Linstead, Jamaica, april

View of road through prime forest habitat, with rain clouds moving down mountain, Blue Mountains N. P
View of road through prime forest habitat, with rain clouds moving down mountain, Blue Mountains N.P. Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

Chestnut-bellied Cuckoo (Coccyzus pluvialis) adult, perched on branch, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

Yellow Warbler (Dendroica petechia eoa) adult male, with overgrown beak tips crossing, perched on bare bush, Hellshire Hills, Jamaica, april

Ackee (Blighia sapida) close-up of fruit and leaves, Freedom, Jamaica, march

Prairie Warbler (Dendroica discolor discolor) adult male, perched on branch, Port Antonio, Jamaica, march

Jamaican Euphonia (Euphonia jamaica) adult male, perched on twig, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

View of dry thorn scrub habitat, subtropical dry forest in arid south of island, Hellshire Hills, Jamaica, april

White-tailed Tropicbird (Phaethon lepturus) adult, in flight over sea, Cayman Islands

Jamaican Brown Anole (Anolis lineatopus) adult male, with partially extended dewlap, resting on stick, Linstead, Jamaica, march

Grey Kingbird (Tyrannus dominicensis dominicensis) adult, perched on overhead powerline, Linstead, Jamaica, april

Bahama Mockingbird (Mimus gundlachii hillii) adult, perched on cactus, Hellshire Hills, Jamaica, april

Grand Cayman Blue-throated Anole (Norops conspersus) adult male, displaying with extended dewlap, descending tree trunk, Cayman Islands

American Redstart (Setophaga ruticilla) adult female, perched on twig, Linstead, Jamaica, april

Vitelline Warbler (Dendroica vitellina) adult, perched on twig, Cayman Islands

Northern Mockingbird (Mimus polyglottos orpheus) immature, perched on branch, Hope Gardens, Jamaica, april

Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus cerceris) two immatures, feeding on waterlily flower, Hope Gardens, Jamaica, april

Jamaican Owl (Pseudoscops grammicus) adult, perched in vegetation, Port Antonio, Jamaica, march

Ovenbird (Seiurus aurocapilla furvivor) adult, standing on ground, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

Greater Antillean Grackle (Quiscalus niger crassirostris) adult, preening, perched on branch, Linstead, Jamaica, april

Green Heron (Butorides virescens virescens) adult, hunting, standing on waterlily leaves, Hope Gardens, Jamaica, april

Jamaican Elaenia (Myiopagis cotta) adult, perched on branch, Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

Jamaican Crow (Corvus jamaicensis) adult, calling, perched in coconut palm, Linstead, Jamaica, march

Jamaican Blackbird (Nesopsar nigerrimus) adult, perched on branch, Ecclesdown Road, Jamaica, march

Blue Mountain Vireo (Vireo osburni) adult, perched on stem, Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

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"Exploring the Vibrant West Indian Charm: From St. Thomas to Havana and Beyond" Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of the West Indies, a region that encompasses breathtaking destinations such as St. Thomas in the United States Virgin Islands, Havana in Cuba, and many more enchanting places across Central America and the Caribbean. Step into Havana's vibrant streets adorned with Cuban paintings that reflect its rich cultural heritage. Lose yourself in this bustling city where history intertwines with modernity, offering a unique glimpse into life within the West Indies. Indulge your senses at Pink Sands beach on Harbour Island, Bahamas. As you stroll along its shores overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, let tranquility wash over you while basking in Central America's warm embrace. Discover Oranjestad City's charming blend of Dutch architecture and stunning coastline on Aruba island. This picturesque destination invites you to explore its pristine beaches and immerse yourself in Caribbean culture amidst palm-fringed landscapes. Unwind at Dawn Beach on St. Martin (St. Maarten), Netherlands Antilles – an idyllic paradise nestled between turquoise waters and lush greenery. Let time stand still as you soak up the sun's warmth while relishing in the beauty of this West Indian gem. Marvel at iconic images like Che Guevara adorning walls outside apartments in Havana, Cuba – a testament to both historical significance and artistic expression found throughout these remarkable islands of Central America. Witness grandeur dockside as cruise ships grace Nassau's harbor, Bahamas' capital city known for its vibrant atmosphere and welcoming spirit within this slice of paradise located within the West Indies' heartland. Embark on an unforgettable journey through Negril, Jamaica – a place where golden sands meet crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life beneath their surface; or venture further inland to Dunns River Falls for an exhilarating climb amidst nature's splendor.