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Oceania (continent)

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 4945 Collections and/or Records:

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From the balcony of the Empire Hotel, Queenstown, 1909-11

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 10/5/6562
Scope and Contents

350 x 250 mm. No print.

Dates: 1909-11
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Front of Japanese Court: Main Avenue, 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087A/51
Scope and Contents

289 x 233 mm. A view of the entrance to the Japanese Court, with a display case containing raw silk beside the doorway.

Dates: 1880
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Front of South Australian Court: Main Avenue, 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087A/48
Scope and Contents

288 x 234 mm. A view showing the entrance to the South Australian Court, with a tall pile of copper ingots in the foreground and a display case with silverware behind.

Dates: 1880
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Front of Swiss Court: Main Avenue, 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087A/44
Scope and Contents

291 x 233 mm. A view showing the entrance to the Swiss Court, with a mock chalet roof overhead and cases of watches and jewellery around the entrance.

Dates: 1880
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Front of Tasmanian Court, 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087A/55
Scope and Contents

233 x 288 mm. A view showing the entrance to the Tasmanian Court, with metals, stone, timber and a case of stuffed fish on display.

Dates: 1880
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Front of the New Zealand Court: Main Avenue, 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087A/40
Scope and Contents

288 x 235 mm. A view showing the entrance to the New Zealand court, which is flanked by two palm trees, with other plants in pots on the ground.

Dates: 1880
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Frying Pan Flat, 1900 - 1929

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3089EE/2/13
Scope and Contents

A caption identifies the photographer as [James?] Iles, who was active in New Zealand from 1870 to 1929.

Dates: 1900 - 1929
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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‘Fuia’ Samoan girl, 1899

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y309C/65
Scope and Contents

139 x 192 mm. A full length portrait of a Samoan girl, wearing a mat skirt and standing in front of a palm thatch house.

Dates: 1899
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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G. Smith, 2006

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3091I/36
Scope and Contents From the Fonds:

200 x 150 mm. modern copies of original prints.

Dates: 2006
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Gala dress, 1920 - 1929

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3089EE/3/4
Scope and Contents

A caption on the reverse reads, 'These men are prepared for a ceremonial dance'.

Dates: 1920 - 1929
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Galah], 1919 - 1930

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 278/2/42
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Fonds: Fifty-three undated watercolours intended as bookmarks, each 200 x 45 mm in size, sold by John Sands of Sydney as indicated by stickers pasted onto the reverse. The images are of birds, with the exception of two koala bears, two kangaroos and one opossum. The vast majority are the work of three authors, signed Artah, M. Simpson and Koddi. Artah is Violet Artah Bartlett, an artist specialising in Australian ornithology who worked in Sydney during the 1920s. It has proved impossible as yet...
Dates: 1919 - 1930
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Galahs], 1900 - 1930

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 278/2/7
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Fonds: Fifty-three undated watercolours intended as bookmarks, each 200 x 45 mm in size, sold by John Sands of Sydney as indicated by stickers pasted onto the reverse. The images are of birds, with the exception of two koala bears, two kangaroos and one opossum. The vast majority are the work of three authors, signed Artah, M. Simpson and Koddi. Artah is Violet Artah Bartlett, an artist specialising in Australian ornithology who worked in Sydney during the 1920s. It has proved impossible as yet...
Dates: 1900 - 1930
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Gangway from quayside (left) to unidentified ship at right], 1899 - 1901

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308M/22
Scope and Contents

200 x 150 mm.

Dates: 1899 - 1901
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Gangway seen from the ship looking across to shore], 1899 - 1901

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308M/19
Scope and Contents

200 x 150 mm.

Dates: 1899 - 1901
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Garden Gully Amalgamated Claims, 1875

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087C/12
Scope and Contents

177 x 124 mm. A close-up view of mine workings, with drilling derricks in the foreground. Claims identified in the key are Carlisle Company’s Claim, North Garden Gully Claim, and Pass-by Company’s Claim.

Dates: 1875
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Garden Island, Sydney, 1885

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086J/24
Scope and Contents

190 x 140 mm. A view of the island from the east, showing a few buildings which are probably naval warehouses. From 1866 the island was used as a depot for H.M. Ships in Australian waters. From 1877, when a financial arrangement was agreed, building started on the island. This photograph was probably taken around 1885, before building had progressed to any great extent. Between 1940-45 the island was made into a peninsula, joined to the mainland by a graving dock.

Dates: 1885
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Garden of British Consulate, Apia, 1885 - 1890

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y309B/32
Scope and Contents

149 x 107 mm. A view showing three unidentified Europeans and a child in the garden adjoining the bungalow. The child is probably either Powell’s daughter or son being held by the nurse (see Y309B/35). Probably taken on the same occasion as Y309B/31.

Dates: 1885 - 1890
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Garden of British Consulate, Apia, 1885 - 1890

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y309B/31
Scope and Contents

149 x 107 mm. A view showing three unidentified Europeans and a child in the garden adjoining the bungalow. The child is probably either Powell’s daughter or son being held by the nurse (see Y309B/35).

Dates: 1885 - 1890
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Garden Reach, Brisbane (2 copies), 1900 - 1940

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308H(LS)/11
Scope and Contents From the Fonds:

A collection of lantern slides of Australia (plus one duplicate). 5-10 are marked 'Commonwealth of Australia' and have serial numbers. 12-22 are marked 'Department of Agriculture and Stock, Brisbane'. The slides' captions have been used as titles and have been recorded as found.

Dates: 1900 - 1940
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Gardens near Wynyard Square, Sydney, 1910

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 29/7615
Scope and Contents

Landscape format. [Tree shading benches by a bit of lawn with large buildings of Sydney behind].

Dates: 1910
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Gardens near Wynyard Square, Sydney, 1910

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 29/7616
Scope and Contents

Landscape format. [Tree shading benches by a bit of lawn with large buildings of Sydney behind].

Dates: 1910
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Gathering coconuts], 1903

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y309993C(LS)/32
Scope and Contents

Smithson has pencilled '29/6' next to '32. Gathering cocoa nuts'.

Dates: 1903
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Geddes Ferry, Gympie Road, 1873

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3085A/2
Scope and Contents

205 x 150 mm. A river scene among woods, with a ferry for carts and wagons, to be pulled across by ropes attached to each bank.

Dates: 1873
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
 Fonds

Genealogies and histories of Fiji tribes

 Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 314
Scope and Contents

'Genealogies and histories of the Matanitu or tribal governments of Central Vitu Levu (Great Fiji)', 141 pages. The volume contains notes on the genealogies of Fiji's peoples, translated by Brewster from written and oral sources, and a strip of photographs of four generations of the Royal Line of Mbau.

Dates: 1930
Conditions Governing Access: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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General, 1910 - 1947

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Australia - general
Scope and Contents

Monochrome postcards showing views and scenes in Australia.

Dates: 1910 - 1947
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).