Captain Cook

“Territory Over Land” strips in a scene from a painted depiction of the tropics, possibly from one of Captain James Cook’s circumnavigations. “Captain Cook’s Legacy” more directly co...

“Territory Over Land” strips in a scene from a painted depiction of the tropics, possibly from one of Captain James Cook’s circumnavigations. “Captain Cook’s Legacy” more directly co...

“Territory Over Land” strips in a scene from a painted depiction of the tropics, possibly from one of Captain James Cook’s circumnavigations. “Captain Cook’s Legacy” more directly co...

“Territory Over Land” strips in a scene from a painted depiction of the tropics, possibly from one of Captain James Cook’s circumnavigations. “Captain Cook’s Legacy” more directly co...

“Territory Over Land” strips in a scene from a painted depiction of the tropics, possibly from one of Captain James Cook’s circumnavigations. “Captain Cook’s Legacy” more directly co...

This antique engraving titled "The Inhabitants of New Caledonia" appears to be from the accounts of Captain James Cook's travels. The image depicts a scene from New Caledonia, an arc...

Webber was the artist on Captain James Cook's 3rd voyage of discovery, but created much of the art depicting scenes of the earlier discovery of Tahiti by Captain Samuel Wallis from a...

Following the voyages of Captain James Cook and the establishment of increasing contact with Australia during the late 18th century, images and descriptions of kangaroos generated en...

"A Representation of the Attack on Captain Wallis in the Dolphin by the Natives of Otaheite (Tahiti)" is an engraving created by the artist Sparrow based on an engraving in John Hawk...

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

The title 'Quadrupede Nomme Kanguroo, Trouve sur la Cote de la N'le Hollande' refers to an uncolored engraving depicting a Kangaroo, originally found and described during Captain Coo...

This map precedes the accurate exploration of the South Pacific and east coast of Australia by Captain James Cook later in the 18th century. The map includes ‘Drakes' Port,' the site...

The identity of this man is said to be the Hawaiian chief Kana'ina, who was killed in the fighting following James Cook's death on 14th February 1779. The official artist on Cook's l...

The bay was named after Captain James Cook's ship, the HMS Resolution, which you can see anchored in the distance.

View of Possession Bay, on the north coast of South Georgia, an island in the southern Atlantic Ocean. Captain James Cook circumnavigated the island in 1775 and made the first landing.

The engraving appears to be from the Captain James Cook's voyages, which took place between 1768 and 1779.

Webber, the official artist on Captain James Cook's third voyage, was renowned for his detailed and humanizing portrayals of indigenous peoples encountered during the expedition.

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

The term “Sandwich Islands” was historically used by European explorers—including Captain James Cook—to refer to the Hawaiian Islands.

Published in an edition of John Hawkesworth's atlas to accompany a French edition of Captain James Cook's voyages to the Southern Hemisphere.

These prints were produced during the great age of Pacific exploration and European fascination with the South Seas following the voyages of Captain James Cook and later expeditions ...

Published in an edition of John Hawkesworth's atlas to accompany a French edition of Captain James Cook's voyages to the Southern Hemisphere.

Published in an edition of John Hawkesworth's atlas to accompany a French edition of Captain James Cook's voyages to the Southern Hemisphere.

Detailed map of the World, showing tracks of Captain James Cook in his 3 voyages in great detail.

Published in an edition of John Hawkesworth's atlas to accompany a French edition of Captain James Cook's voyages to the Southern Hemisphere.

In this, the TWELFTH novel from the series of 13, Morse divulges his first name, Endeavour (named after Captain James Cook's ship), for the first time in the series.

Published in an edition of John Hawkesworth's atlas to accompany a French edition of Captain James Cook's voyages to the Southern Hemisphere.

Includes a nice early depiction of Australia (Nouvelle Hollande), including its unknown and conjectural coastlines, immediately following the discoveries of Captain James Cook in the...

The compositions are derived from the work of John Webber, the official artist on Captain James Cook’s third voyage (1776–1780). Webber’s drawings formed one of the earliest visual r...

Created by John Webber, the official artist of Captain James Cook’s third voyage (1776–1780), this print documents Cook’s first European contact with Hawaii.

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

Her attire reflects the European interpretation of Polynesian dress during the era following the voyages of exploration in the Pacific, particularly those of Captain James Cook in th...

Keywords: antique map, Captain Philip Carteret, William Dampier, Captain James Cook, New Guinea, New Britain, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, 18th-century cartography, Endeavour S...

The engravings are consistent with the style of illustrations that were often included in published accounts of explorers like Captain James Cook. Cook's voyages in the 18th century ...

The print originates from the influential voyage literature associated with Captain James Cook’s Pacific expeditions, published under the editorial direction of John Hawkesworth.

The Friendly Islands (Tonga) were known as such because of the congenial reception accorded to Captain James Cook on his first visit there in 1773.

Created by John Webber, the official artist of Captain James Cook’s third voyage (1776–1780), this piece captures a moment from Cook’s first European contact with Hawaii.

The term "STA CHRISTINA" refers to an island, which is likely one of the islands visited by Captain James Cook during his Pacific voyages. These portraits would have been of great in...

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

Cassini is often mistakenly associated with the well-known French cartographic family of the sam name, however, they are not related. Cook, James (November 7, 1728 - February 14, 17...

[Tome IV Pl. 1ère.] - Publisher: Captain James Cook, with publication in Paris in 1773

William Hodges was an English painter who accompanied Captain James Cook on his second voyage to the Pacific Ocean.

Published in an edition of John Hawkesworth's atlas to accompany a French edition of Captain James Cook's voyages to the Southern Hemisphere.

Later came other Dutch explorers, including Jacob Le Maire.Tonga became known in the West as the Friendly Islands because of the congenial reception accorded to Captain James Cook on...

This engraving was likely published in or around 1802 as part of a series documenting indigenous watercraft and cultures encountered during 18th-century voyages such as those of Capt...

The artwork originates from an account of Captain James Cook's third voyage and showcases the practice of preserving the dead in Tahitian culture.

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

The engravings are related to the published accounts of Captain James Cook's voyages. Cook's third and final voyage (1776-1780) is the one during which he encountered the Hawaiian Is...

La Perouse was selected by King Louis XVI to complete Captain James Cook's exploration of the western Pacific.

This type of engraving was typically produced in Europe—most likely France—drawing on visual material and accounts from voyages such as those of Captain James Cook. Early explorers r...

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

Published for 'Bankes’s New System of Geography', this print reflects the growing European interest in the Pacific islands during the late 18th century, influenced by the accounts o...

It likely is from the publication of Portlock's "New Collection of Voyages and Travels," which was published in 1794. Captain Nathaniel Portlock was an English navigator and a contem...

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...

The print, titled "Various Instruments used by the Natives of Otaheite," was created by the artist John Webber, who is well-known for his work as the official artist on Captain James...

Portlock served as a lieutenant in the British Royal Navy and participated in Captain James Cook's third voyage (1776–1780). After leaving the Navy, Portlock entered the fur trade, ...

These two volumes contain the journals of English botanist and natural scientist Sir Joseph Banks, who was onboard Captain James Cook's expedition to the South Pacific Ocean on HMS E...

It includes narratives of famed explorers like Captain James Cook and Ferdinand Magellan, detailing their discoveries and journeys that expanded the European understanding of the glo...