Aotearoa Collection

Maori girls rubbing noses, c1920. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

The New Zealander, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
The New Zealander, 1872. A figure sits on the banks of the River Thames contemplating the downfall of the city. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold

Matapouri Beach at sunrise, Tutukaka Coast, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

Popular lone tree in Roys Bay on Wanaka Lake, Wanaka, Queenstown-lakes District, Otago Region, South Island, New Zealand

Elevated view over Whale Bay, Tutukaka Coast, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

Scenic view of dramatic landscape in Milford Sound formed by glaciers, Fiordland National Park, Southland, South Island, New Zealand

New Zealand Mounted Rifles, 1936. Creator: Unknown
New Zealand Mounted Rifles, 1936. From " Military Uniforms of the British Empire Overseas". [John Player & Sons, 1936]

Milky way galactic center over Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo, Mackenzie District, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Aerial view of Tasman Glacier and mountain ranges in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, Mackenzie District, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

[Veronica (4 species)], c.1885. Creator: Sarah Featon
[Veronica (4 species)], c.1885.

Sheba, c.1929. Creator: Mary Tripe
Sheba, c.1929. This is a portrait of Allison Kirkcaldie, who was part of the family that owned Wellington's Kirkcaldie and Stains department store

Akeake, c.1885. Creator: Sarah Featon
Akeake, c.1885.

Pachystegia insignis, c.1885. Creator: Sarah Featon
Pachystegia insignis, c.1885.

[Veronica (4 species)], c.1885. Creator: Sarah Featon
[Veronica (4 species)], c.1885.

Olearia angustifolia: mutton bird scrub, Teteaweka; Olearia frufuracea: Akipirau, c.1885. Creator: Sarah Featon
Olearia angustifolia: mutton bird scrub, Teteaweka; Olearia frufuracea: Akipirau, c.1885.

[Rubus australis; R.australis - globra; R.parva; Geum urbanum; Acaena sanguisorboe], c.1885. Creator: Sarah Featon
[Rubus australis; R.australis - globra; R.parva; Geum urbanum; Acaena sanguisorboe], c.1885.

Puawananga - Clematis indivisa, c.1885. Creator: Sarah Featon
Puawananga - Clematis indivisa, c.1885.

Epacris (2species); Dracophyllum (1 species), c.1885. Creator: Sarah Featon
Epacris(2species); Dracophyllum (1 species), c.1885.

The hilltop, c.1908. Creator: Frances Hodgkins
The hilltop, c.1908.

Surrender of the New Zealand Chief, William Thompson, to Brigadier-General Carey, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Surrender of the New Zealand Chief, William Thompson, to Brigadier-General Carey, 1865. Engraving of a sketch by Major Tupper. 'Thompson, with twenty-five followers, came galloping forward

The New Zealand Chief, William Thompson, negotiating with Brigadier-General Carey, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The New Zealand Chief, William Thompson, negotiating with Brigadier-General Carey, 1865. Engraving of a sketch by Major Tupper

An Exploring Party on the West Coast of New Zealand: crossing the River Teramakau, 1865. Creator: Unknown
An Exploring Party on the West Coast of New Zealand: crossing the River Teramakau, 1865. Engraving from a sketch by Albert Walker

Fight at Waiari, on the Mangapiko River, New Zealand, on the 11th of February, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Fight at Waiari, on the Mangapiko River, New Zealand, on the 11th of February, 1864. 'It seems that...some of our soldiers went into the river to bathe

View of the Bay of Islands (Dusky Bay) (New Zealand), with a Maori family
MMM5484519 View of the Bay of Islands (Dusky Bay) (New Zealand), with a Maori family. Engraving (33.9x47.1 cm) from a drawing by William Hodges (1744-1797), around 1785

Christchurch, Cheltenham (litho)
8644245 Christchurch, Cheltenham (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christchurch, Cheltenham)

Nelson (engraving)
8651252 Nelson (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nelson. Illustration for Picturesque Atlas of Australasia edited by Andrew Garran)

Maori War-Dance (engraving)
8648109 Maori War-Dance (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maori War-Dance)

Rev Samuel Marsden (engraving)
8648092 Rev Samuel Marsden (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rev Samuel Marsden)

Rev Samuel Ashwell's Mission Station on the Waikato River (engraving)
8648075 Rev Samuel Ashwell's Mission Station on the Waikato River (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Charge of the New Zealand Cavalry at the Battle of Orakau (engraving)
8648073 Charge of the New Zealand Cavalry at the Battle of Orakau (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Major Ropata (engraving)
8648071 Major Ropata (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major Ropata. Illustration for Picturesque Atlas of Australasia edited by Andrew Garran)

Girls of Many Lands: New Zealand (colour litho)
8659769 Girls of Many Lands: New Zealand (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Zealand)

Waitara (engraving)
8648074 Waitara (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Waitara. Illustration for Picturesque Atlas of Australasia edited by Andrew Garran)

Oxford: St Aldate's Front, Christ Church (b/w photo)
8634460 Oxford: St Aldate's Front, Christ Church (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Aldate's Front, Christ Church, Oxford)

New Zealand: Lake Waikare-Moana (colour litho)
8662806 New Zealand: Lake Waikare-Moana (colour litho) by Wright, Frank H (1860-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lake Waikare-Moana)

New Zealand: On the Clinton River (colour litho)
8662793 New Zealand: On the Clinton River (colour litho) by Wright, Frank H (1860-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Clinton River)

New Zealand, 1890s: Black Peak (b/w photo)
8662661 New Zealand, 1890s: Black Peak (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Black Peak)

New Zealand: Mount Sefton (colour litho)
8662788 New Zealand: Mount Sefton (colour litho) by Wright, Frank H (1860-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Sefton)

New Zealand: The Champagne Cauldron (colour litho)
8662781 New Zealand: The Champagne Cauldron (colour litho) by Wright, Frank H (1860-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Champagne Cauldron)

New Zealand: In a Hot Pool (colour litho)
8662776 New Zealand: In a Hot Pool (colour litho) by Wright, Walter (1866-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: In a Hot Pool)

New Zealand: Mount Egmont (colour litho)
8662766 New Zealand: Mount Egmont (colour litho) by Wright, Frank H (1860-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Egmont)

New Zealand: Nikau Palms (colour litho)
8662764 New Zealand: Nikau Palms (colour litho) by Wright, Frank H (1860-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nikau Palms)

New Zealand, 1890s: "Down on his Luck" (b/w photo)
8662626 New Zealand, 1890s: "Down on his Luck" (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Zealand: On the Beach at Ngunguru (colour litho)
8662743 New Zealand: On the Beach at Ngunguru (colour litho) by Wright, Frank H (1860-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Beach at Ngunguru)

New Zealand, 1890s: Riccarton Parish Church (b/w photo)
8662621 New Zealand, 1890s: Riccarton Parish Church (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riccarton Parish Church)

New Zealand: On the Bealey River (colour litho)
8662737 New Zealand: On the Bealey River (colour litho) by Wright, Frank H (1860-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Bealey River)

New Zealand, 1890s: Deutsche Kirche (b/w photo)
8662619 New Zealand, 1890s: Deutsche Kirche (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deutsche Kirche)

New Zealand, 1890s: RMS "Moana" (b/w photo)
8662721 New Zealand, 1890s: RMS "Moana" (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Aotearoa: A Land of Beauty, Culture, and Adventure" Step into the enchanting world of Aotearoa, also known as New Zealand. This captivating land has been a source of inspiration for artists and explorers alike. In 1872, Gustave Doré captured the essence of this island nation in his masterpiece "The New Zealander, " showcasing its rugged beauty. From an elevated view over Whale Bay on the Tutukaka Coast in Northland, you can witness nature's grandeur unfold before your eyes. The golden hues of sunrise at Matapouri Beach paint a breathtaking picture that will leave you in awe. Venturing further south to Milford Sound reveals a dramatic landscape shaped by ancient glaciers. The sheer cliffs and cascading waterfalls create a scene straight out of a fairy tale. Roys Bay on Wanaka Lake is home to an iconic lone tree that stands proudly against the backdrop of majestic mountains. Its solitary presence symbolizes resilience and tranquility. Delve into Maori culture as you witness two young girls rubbing noses - an endearing gesture filled with warmth and connection dating back to c1920. Their proud heritage adds depth to this vibrant nation. The New Zealand Mounted Rifles embody bravery and honor as they ride through vast landscapes in 1936, reminding us of their rich military history. As dawn breaks over Whitianga on the Coromandel Peninsula, be captivated by the ethereal beauty that bathes this coastal paradise in golden light. Ernest Rutherford, Nobel prize-winning atomic physicist from c1908 onwards, represents New Zealand's contribution to scientific excellence on the global stage. Gaze up at the Milky Way galactic center above Church of Good Shepherd in Tekapo; it serves as a reminder that even amidst civilization's progress lies boundless wonders waiting to be explored. Finally, take flight above Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park for an aerial view of the Tasman Glacier and mountain ranges.