Edward Keble Collection

Seventeenth Century Fireship, c1660. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Sixteenth-Century Lifebelt, 1555. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Engagement Between Two Merchant Ships Off The Coast of Iceland, 1555. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Clipper Ship, Sussex, c1853. Artist: Thomas Goldsworth Dutton
Clipper Ship, Sussex, c1853. Built in 1852. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Battle of Copenhagen 1801. British Fleet Approaching, 1801. Artists: Robert Pollard, JG Wells
Battle of Copenhagen, 1801. British Fleet Approaching, 1801. Admiral Lord Nelson won a victory over the Danish-Norrwegian fleet at the Battle of Copenhagen in 1801 after disregarding the order of his

Cutter Entering Dover Harbour, 1819. Artist: Robert Havell
Cutter Entering Dover Harbour, 1819. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

American Topsail Schooner, 1825. Artist: John Rogers
American Topsail Schooner, 1825. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Armed Lugger Close Hauled With All Sail Set, 1825. Artist: John Rogers
Armed Lugger Close Hauled With All Sail Set, 1927. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Leith Smack Running Up Swim, October, 1838. Artist: John Christian Schetky
Leith Smack Running Up Swim, October, 1838. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

The Thames at Limehouse, c1780. Artist: Johann Ziegler
The Thames at Limehouse, c1780. After Dominic Serres (1722?1793). From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

South Sea Whale Fishery, 1836. Artist: Edward Duncan
South Sea Whale Fishery, 1836. After Ambroise Louis Garneray (1783-1857). From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

H. M. S. Indefatigable Engaging The French Droits-De-L Homme, 1797, 1829. Artist: Edward Duncan
H.M.S. Indefatigable Engaging The French Droits-De-L Homme, 1797, 1829. After William John Huggins (1781-1845). From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton

View of Dundee, 1824. After I Clark. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

Whaling Ships at Kingston On Hull, c1780. Artist: BF Liezel
Whaling Ships at Kingston On Hull, c1780. From Old Ship Prints by E. Keble Chatterton. [John Lane The Bodley Head Limited, London & New York, 1927]

The City of Treviso with a Carrack, 1493. The Nuremberg Chronicle is an illustrated biblical paraphrase and world history that follows the story of human history related in the Bible; it includes

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Edward Keble was a renowned artist of the 19th century, known for his exceptional talent in capturing maritime scenes. Born in the late 18th century, Keble's passion for art and seafaring history led him to create stunning masterpieces that depicted various significant events from different centuries. One of his notable works is "Seventeenth Century Fireship, c1660, " which showcases the bravery and intensity of naval warfare during that era. The painting vividly portrays a fireship engulfed in flames as it sails towards its target, symbolizing the courage and sacrifice of sailors. In another captivating piece titled "Sixteenth-Century Lifebelt, 1555, " Keble highlights an innovative invention designed to save lives at sea. This artwork serves as a reminder of humanity's constant pursuit to improve safety measures amidst perilous voyages. Keble also commemorated historical engagements between merchant ships with his masterpiece "Engagement Between Two Merchant Ships Off The Coast of Iceland, 1555. " Through meticulous brushstrokes, he brings forth the drama and tension that unfolded during these encounters on treacherous waters. The clipper ship Sussex takes center stage in one of Keble's most celebrated paintings from around 1853. With remarkable attention to detail, he captures every intricate feature of this majestic vessel in "Clipper Ship Sussex. " It stands as a testament to both technological advancements and artistic brilliance during the mid-19th century. "Battle of Copenhagen 1801" depicts British warships approaching their French adversaries with determination etched upon their faces. Created by combining Robert Pollard's vision with Edward Duncan's skillful execution, this collaborative artwork immortalizes an important moment in naval history. Another noteworthy creation by Keble is "Cutter Entering Dover Harbour" painted in 1819. This picturesque scene showcases a cutter gracefully navigating through choppy waters into Dover Harbor under clear skies—a testament to Keble's ability to capture the serenity and beauty of maritime landscapes.