Galley Collection (page 12)

A Greek fire ship, after a drawing in a 13th century Latin manuscript, from Les Merveilles
KW2619054 A Greek fire ship, after a drawing in a 13th century Latin manuscript, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (engraving) by French School

Galley with soldiers at sea, Abraham Dircksz Santvoort, Gerrit van Goedesberg, 1667

Galley at the storming of a castle, Abraham Dircksz Santvoort, Gerrit van Goedesberg, 1667

Galeischip rescues shipwrecked, Jacob Houbraken, 1708 - 1780

The Russo-Swedish Sea War near Kronstadt in 1790 (oil on canvas)
BAL174072 The Russo-Swedish Sea War near Kronstadt in 1790 (oil on canvas) by Bogolyubov, Aleksei Petrovich (1824-96); 223x333 cm; Radishchev State Art Museum, Saratov

Birds Eye View of Venice (oil on canvas)
XAL170292 Birds Eye View of Venice (oil on canvas) by Heintz, Joseph, the younger (c.1600-78); Museo Correr, Venice, Italy; German, out of copyright

Bucentaurus surrounded by fourteen gondolas, Caspar Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1695

Boat of noblemen in Siam Thailand, Jan Luyken, Aart Dircksz Oossaan, 1687

Turkish galley is launched, Jan Luyken, 1681

Royal vessel with 120 rowers in Siam Thailand, Jan Luyken, Aart Dircksz Oossaan, 1687

Turkish galley is launched, Jan Luyken, Charles Angot, 1689

Galley in an Italian port, Cornelis Bol, Francois Langlois, c. 1623 - 1666

Galley is anchored in a bay, Cornelis Bol, Francois Langlois, c. 1623 - 1666

THE NEW STEEL ARMOUR-PLATED TURRET-SHIP, H. M. S. CONQUEROR, 1883: Torpedo Port
THE NEW STEEL ARMOUR-PLATED TURRET-SHIP, H.M.S. " CONQUEROR", 1883: Torpedo Port, Breakwater across Deck, Nordenfeldt, Hatchway Galley, Conning Tower

I. the Cooks Galley on the Antwerp Boat pacific, Engraving 1873
I. the Cooks Galley on the Antwerp Boat " pacific ", Engraving 1873

Tahitian War Galleys in Matavai Bay, Tahiti Matavai Bay in the Island of Otaheite, Tahiti Signed and dated, lower left: " Hodges 1776", William Hodges, 1744-1797, British

MARSEILLES, c100 A. D. Reconstruction of Roman port of Marseilles, c100 A. D
MARSEILLES, c100 A.D. Reconstruction of Roman port of Marseilles, c100 A.D

BUCENTAUR, 18TH CENTURY. The Bucentaur, the state galley of the doges of Venice. Drawing, 18th century

VENICE: FLAG. Decorated flag for the Doge of Venices galley or palace, 18th century

BUCENTAUR, 17TH CENTURY. The bucentaur, the state galley of the doges of Venice. Wash drawing, 17th century

VENICE: BUCENTAUR MODEL. Model of an 18th century Bucentaur, the state galley of the doges of Venice, and a fleet

SPAIN: GALLEY, c1600. Galley (possibly of the royal family) entering Seville, Spain. Oil on canvas, Spanish, c1600

SPAIN: NAVAL COMBAT, 1665. Oil on canvas, 1665, by J. de Toledo

CRUSADERS GALLEY. A crusaders galley of the 12th and 13th centuries. Woodcut

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RAPHAEL: VENETIAN GALLEY. A 16th century Venetian galley. After an engraving by Raphael

VENICE: MARCO POLO, 1271. Marco Polo setting out from Venice in 1271. English manuscript illumination, c1400

ITALIAN GALLEY. Galley of the Provveditore, or governor, of Amato, Italy, 18th century

VENETIAN GALLEY. Large Venetian galley. Sketch by Luca Carlevaris, (1663-1730)

VENETIAN GALLEY. Model of a Venetian galley, 17th or 18th century

WAR OF 1812: US NAVY, 1814. List of the US Naval force on Lake Champlain, sent by the Navy Department to President James Madison, 6 June 1814

Royal Marines at Deal, Kent - The Commandants Galley Date: circa 1906

In the kitchen of the restaurant car, the chef M. Roche consults the Maitre d Hotel about breakfast. undated

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

Roman war galley equipped with a corvus (right). 18th century copperplate engraving

The Ships Cook, tankard of beer in hand, at work in his galley. He has lost a leg, probably in a naval battle, and has been fitted with a wooden artificial peg leg

Marco Polo (1254-1324) setting out from Venice with his father and uncle, 1271, for court of Kublai Khan where they arrive 1275. Travels of Marco Polo, 15th century manuscript

A galliass or galleass, part of the Spanish Armarda which sailed against England during the Anglo-Spanish War of 1585-1604

Italy, The Bucintoro in Venice, oil on canvas, 19th century
Italy, 19th century. The Bucintoro in Venice. Oil on canvas

Denmark, Copenhagen, Return of the Bucintoro
Francesco Guardi (1712-1793), The Return of the Bucintoro

Troops embarking on galley in Port of Genoa by Cornelis De Wael
Cornelis De Wael (1592-1667), Troops Embarking on a Galley in the Port of Genoa

Novilara Stele depicting naval battle, relief
Picene civilization. Novilara Stele depicting naval battle. Relief

Algeria, Cherchell, Mosaic work depicting Ulysses (Odysseus) resisting the Sirens song. 1st century A.D.. Roman art, From a fountain at Caesaria (Cherchell, Algeria)

Roman civilization, Bireme war ship, relief from Temple of Fortuna Primigenia at Palestrina, Lazio Region, Italy
Roman civilization. Bireme war ship, relief from the Temple of Fortuna Primigenia at Praeneste (Palestrina, Lazio Region, Italy)

Five Good Emperors, Relief depicting Emperor Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Nerva Traianus, 53 - 117 A. D)
Roman Art - Cast from the Trajan Column (1st-2nd century A.D.). Detail. Emperor Trajan sailing from Brindisi to start the second Dacian war

Roman civilization, relief of ship carrying armed soldiers
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Relief of a ship carrying armed soldiers

Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli, Relief representing a ship with oarsmen Italy, Naples, Museo Archeologico Nazionale (Archaeological Museum), Roman art

Relief depicting warship
Roman civilization. Relief depicting a warship

Detail of Roman mosaic depicting Ulysses and sirens, from the House of Dionysus and Ulysses at Thugga (Dougga)
Roman civilization, 3rd century. Detail of Roman mosaic depicting Ulysses and the sirens, 2nd-3rd century A.D. From the House of Dionysus and Ulysses at Thugga (Dougga)

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Fascinating Galley" From the Sutton Hoo treasure to Viking longships carrying fierce warriors, the galley has left an indelible mark on history. This versatile vessel has traversed oceans and witnessed countless adventures throughout different eras. In 1933, the majestic Zeppelin LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin soared through the skies, showcasing a modern interpretation of this ancient mode of transportation. Meanwhile, in 1570, Venetian galleys dominated Mediterranean waters with their graceful sails billowing against a backdrop of stunning sunsets. The trireme, renowned for its use by both Greeks and Romans, epitomized naval power during these civilizations' golden ages. A captivating fresco from Akrotiri on Thera Island transports us back to Greek civilization as we witness a vibrant ship procession captured in time. One cannot forget the Battle of Lepanto in 1571 when galleys clashed fiercely amidst tumultuous waves. It was here that history shifted course as empires collided and destinies were forever altered. Fast forward to 1921 aboard The Quest; intrepid explorers embarked upon daring expeditions across uncharted territories. On board the Indus emigrant ship or an old sailing vessel navigating vast oceans, dreams were realized and new horizons discovered. Ancient Greece comes alive once more as we envision wooden sailing boats with two grand sails gracefully gliding along azure waters. And who can ignore the poignant image of passengers on deck bidding farewell to their homelands aboard an Emigrant Ship in 1849? The galley's legacy is one intertwined with adventure, discovery, and human resilience. From ancient times to modern marvels like airships or historical treasures like those found at Sutton Hoo – each chapter tells a tale worth exploring. So let us embark on this journey through time together as we unravel the mysteries woven within every plank of these remarkable vessels.