Bireme Collection

An ancient Bireme from Bafius (Basius?) Date: Ancient Rome

Fusta, illustration from Jan Huyghen van Linschoten
618143 Fusta, illustration from Jan Huyghen van Linschoten, His Discourse of Voyages into the East and West Indies, 1579-92 (coloured engraving) by Doetechum, Johannes Baptista van

Roman bireme and boat
Roman bireme with two decks of oars found on Trajans Column 2, and boat with wolf and swan prow from a medal of Augustus 1

Roman bireme with crocodile on the stern
Bireme with crocodile and heads carved on the stern, from a basrelief in the Temple of Fortuna Preneste. Copperplate engraving by Pietro Ruga after an illustration by Lorenzo Rocceggiani from his own

Roman war bireme and transport boat
Roman war bireme with two decks of oars from Trajans Column 1, and a transport boat for military supplies from the same column 2

Bireme called the Imperial Galley. (Trajans Column) (engraving)
662969 Bireme called the Imperial Galley. (Trajans Column) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bireme called the Imperial Galley)

Map of the Island of Tinos with the Venetian fleet, 17th century (engraving) (b&w photo)
TPG89987 Map of the Island of Tinos with the Venetian fleet, 17th century (engraving) (b&w photo) by Italian School, (17th century); Museo Storico Navale, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Roman defeat of the Carthaginians at Mylae, 260 BC
Roman naval victory over the Carthaginians at Mylae during the First Punic War, 260 BC. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

EDITORIAL A Roman bireme, an acient oared warship. From The Book of Ships, published c. 1920
EDITORIAL A Roman bireme, an acient oared warship. From The Book of Ships, published c.1920

Ancient Greek And Roman Ships Which Sailed The Mediterranean. 1. Greek Bireme. 2. Greek Unireme. 3 And 4. Roman Galleys From About 100Ad. 5 And 6. Greek Merchant Ships Of Around 500Bc

Roman ships
MONLEON Y TORRES, Rafael (1835-1900). History of the navigation: Ships of the Ancient Rome. Military bireme and trade ship. Watercolour. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. Navy Museum

Naval battle between Bireme warships manned by armed soldiers.. At top, a naval battle between three Bireme warships manned by armed soldiers. One more boat is sinking in flames next to rocks

PHOENICIAN BIREME. A Phoenecian bireme ship. Engraving

Phoenician- Assyrian Bireme Or Ship
A model of a two-level Phoenician- Assyrian warship or Bireme, circa 19th Century. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Relief, oared galley warship (bireme) with oarsmen, National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Campani, Italy, Europe

Roman war bireme (1st c. AD). Roman art. Early Empire. Relief on rock. VATICAN CITY. Vatican Museums. Proc: ITALY. Praeneste. Temple of Fortuna Primigenia

Bireme and Corvus
A Roman bireme, fitted with a corvus for grappling enemy vessels, attributed to Duillius

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The bireme, an ancient Roman ship, was a formidable vessel that played a significant role in naval warfare. Dating back to Ancient Rome, this double-decked warship was equipped with two rows of oars on each side, allowing for swift and agile maneuvering on the seas. The Fusta illustration by Jan Huyghen van Linschoten showcases the intricate design of these Roman ships. One notable feature of the bireme is its stern adorned with a crocodile, symbolizing power and strength. This detail can be seen in various depictions such as Trajan's Column engraving and historical maps like the one depicting the Venetian fleet off Tinos Island. These warships were not only used for battles but also served as transport vessels. Known as Imperial Galleys, they were instrumental in expanding the Roman Empire's influence across vast territories. Naval battles between biremes were fierce encounters where skilled rowers propelled these mighty ships forward into combat. One such battle depicted in an editorial image shows their dominance at sea. The Book of Ships from around 1920 provides valuable insights into ancient maritime history, featuring illustrations of Greek and Roman ships including biremes and uniremes. These vessels sailed through the Mediterranean waters during different eras, showcasing advancements in shipbuilding techniques over time. A significant victory achieved by Romans using biremes occurred at Mylae in 260 BC when they defeated Carthaginians. This triumph further solidified their naval supremacy during that period.