Flat Bottomed Collection

Thames Sailing Barge
A Thames sailing barge is a type of commercial sailing boat once common on the River Thames in London. The flat-bottomed barges with a shallow draught and leeboards

Chinese junk, Qing Dynasty. Flat-bottomed, three-masted ship with compartmentalized hold
FLO4590561 Chinese junk, Qing Dynasty. Flat-bottomed, three-masted ship with compartmentalized hold. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon

A schuyt, a flat-bottomed sailing boat, 1850
3330789 A schuyt, a flat-bottomed sailing boat, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a schuyt, a flat-bottomed sailing boat used for fishing and for carrying costal and river cargoes in the Netherlands)

A Sampan, 1850
3330710 A Sampan, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Sampan, a relatively flat bottomed Chinese wooden boat. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A lighter, 1850
3330713 A lighter, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Lighter, a type of flat-bottomed barge used to transfer goods and passengers to and from moored ships)

A Gayyou, 1850
3330723 A Gayyou, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Gayyou an Annamese narrow flat-bottomed boat with an outrigger and two or three masts with square sails or lugsails)

Naval combat in the colosseum in ancient Rome, 1884 (engraving)
6116609 Naval combat in the colosseum in ancient Rome, 1884 (engraving); (add.info.: Naval combat in the colosseum in ancient Rome)

CJ11 1123 Benn Tilley, Modus M1, Andrew Storer, Chevron B24
Benn Tilley, Modus M1, Andrew Storer, Chevron B24, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built

CJ11 1110 Samuel Harrison, Lola T240
Samuel Harrison, Lola T240, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1179 Robin Lackford, GRD 272
Robin Lackford, GRD 272, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1171 Robert Wainwright, March 762
Robert Wainwright, March 762, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1104 Andy Smith, March 782
Andy Smith, March 782, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1100 Mark Goodyear, March 75B, Richard Trott, Chevron B43
Mark Goodyear, March 75B, Richard Trott, Chevron B43, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built

CJ11 1099 Matthew Wurr, McLaren M10B
Matthew Wurr, McLaren M10B, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1167 Mark Goodyear, March 75B
Mark Goodyear, March 75B, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1101 Richard Trott, Chevron B43
Richard Trott, Chevron B43, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1141 Robin Lackford, GRD 272, Mark Goodyear, March 75B
Robin Lackford, GRD 272, Mark Goodyear, March 75B, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built

CJ11 1093 Robert Wainwright, March 762
Robert Wainwright, March 762, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1098 Mike Bainbridge, Brabham BT35
Mike Bainbridge, Brabham BT35, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1102 Adam Simmonds, Lola T142
Adam Simmonds, Lola T142, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1136 Andrew Storer, Chevron B24
Andrew Storer, Chevron B24, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1135 Benn Tilley, Modus M1
Benn Tilley, Modus M1, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1169 Andy Smith, March 782
Andy Smith, March 782, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1106 Marc Campfield, Chevron B24
Marc Campfield, Chevron B24, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

CJ11 1105 Chris Porritt, Chevron B29
Chris Porritt, Chevron B29, Aurora Trophy with The Geoff Lees Trophy, twenty minutes of racing for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 single-seaters that were built and competed from 1967 to 1979

Chinese junk, Qing Dynasty. Flat-bottomed, three-masted ship with compartmentalized hold. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste

Venice, Italy, 20th October 1995

Naval combat in the colosseum in ancient Rome. The first naval battle or Naumachia, was held in the Colosseum in 80AD during its opening ceremony

Myanmar, Inle Lake. Intha fisherman with traditional conical fish net, gently paddling his flat-bottomed boat home

Myanmar, Inle Lake. Intha fisherman gently paddling his boat across Inle Lake, Myanmar

Michele Marieschi (1710-1744). The Grand Canal, Venice, with
Michele Marieschi (1710-1744). Known as Michiel. Italian painter. The Grand Canal, Venice, with Ca Pesaro and Palazzo Foscarini-Giovannelli, from the Campiello of the Palazzo Gussoni

Source Size = 3829 x 2680
The Newfoundland Cod Fishery: Fishing for Cod from a Doris or Flat-Bottomed Boat

Sketch for The Haywain, John Constable, 1776-1837, British
Sketch for " The Haywain", John Constable, 1776-1837, British

Port Mahon, Minorca, Gaspar Butler, active ca. 1718-1730, British

Barges on a River River Landscape Signed lower left: RPB, Richard Parkes
Barges on a River River Landscape Signed lower left: " RPB", Richard Parkes Bonington, 1802-1828, British

London, Westminster Bridge, with the Lord Mayors Procession on the Thames Westminster Bridge from the North with the Lord Mayors Procession, 29 October 1746, Canaletto, 1697-1768, Italian

Oude Zijds, the Kolk, Amsterdam, Holland, 1890-1900. View of canal in the old Jewish quarter, with flat-bottomed punts or barges on the water and hand carts on the pavement

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"Exploring the Timeless Elegance Thames Sailing Barges" The graceful silhouette of a Thames Sailing Barge gliding through the water is a sight to behold. These iconic vessels, known for their flat-bottomed design, have been an integral part of London's maritime history for centuries. With their distinctive shape and large sails, Thames Sailing Barges were once a common sight along the River Thames, transporting goods such as coal, timber, and grain to and from the bustling city. Today, these historic barges continue to capture our imagination with their timeless beauty. As we delve into the world of flat-bottomed boats, it's important to acknowledge that this term extends beyond just sailing barges. It encompasses various other vessels like CJ11 1123 Benn Tilley's Modus M1 or Andrew Storer's Chevron B24 - each one unique in its own right. In the realm of motorsports too, we encounter flat-bottomed wonders like CJ11 1110 Samuel Harrison's Lola T240 or CJ11 1179 Robin Lackford's GRD 272. These racing machines showcase how innovation meets functionality in pursuit of speed and precision. Flat bottoms offer stability on both land and water; they allow for efficient navigation through shallow waters while providing ample space for cargo or passengers. This versatility has made them indispensable throughout history. From CJ11 1171 Robert Wainwright's March 762 to CJ11 1104 Andy Smith's March 782 - these racing enthusiasts understand the importance of aerodynamics when it comes to achieving optimal performance on track. Even in modern times with advanced technology at our disposal, there is something captivating about witnessing Matthew Wurr maneuver his McLaren M10B or Mark Goodyear commanding his March 75B alongside Richard Trott piloting a Chevron B43 – all flaunting those unmistakable flat bottoms.