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Great Harry Collection

"Great Harry: The Majestic Flagship of Henry VIII's Naval Fleet" Step back in time and witness the grandeur of the legendary ship, Great Harry

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Henry Grace of God, popularly known as the Great Harry, from 'Short History of the English People'

Henry Grace of God, popularly known as the Great Harry, from 'Short History of the English People' by J.R
3742739 Henry Grace of God, popularly known as the Great Harry, from 'Short History of the English People' by J.R. Green, pub

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Henry Grace a Dieu 'Henry Grace of God', aka Great Harry. English carrack or 'great ship' of

Henry Grace a Dieu "Henry Grace of God", aka Great Harry. English carrack or "great ship" of
3058541 Henry Grace a Dieu "Henry Grace of God", aka Great Harry. English carrack or "great ship" of the 16th century

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: 'Henry VIII. And Model of the 'Great Harry', (1902). Creator: C. Howard. 'Henry VIII

'Henry VIII. And Model of the "Great Harry", (1902). Creator: C. Howard. 'Henry VIII
'Henry VIII. And Model of the "Great Harry", (1902). We owe the founding of the Royal Navy to Henry VIII. Before his time there seems to have been no standing navy

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The 1514 ship Henry Grace a Dieu, side view

The 1514 ship Henry Grace a Dieu, side view
Technology, Transportation, Ships, Boats, Sailing Ships, British, Warships, Carracks, Henry Grace a Dieu, 1514, British Navy, Fleets, Golden Sails, Great Harry, Masts, Medieval, Naval Vessels

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Embarkation of Henry VIII, in 1520, to the Field of the Cloth of Gold (oil on canvas)

Embarkation of Henry VIII, in 1520, to the Field of the Cloth of Gold (oil on canvas)
XIR148771 Embarkation of Henry VIII, in 1520, to the Field of the Cloth of Gold (oil on canvas) by Bouterwek, Friedrich (1806-67); Musee de la Marine, Paris

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Henry Grace A Dieu (Great Harry), Flagship of Henry VIIIs Naval Fleet - 16th Century

Henry Grace A Dieu (Great Harry), Flagship of Henry VIIIs Naval Fleet - 16th Century
Henry Grace a Dieu (Great Harry), the flagship of Henry VIII, King of Englands naval fleet (circa 16th century). Vintage etching circa 19th century

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The Great Harry of 1488 (colour litho)

The Great Harry of 1488 (colour litho)
2775630 The Great Harry of 1488 (colour litho) by Mitchell, William Frederick (1845-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Harry of 1488)

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Models of Old English Ships of War (engraving)

Models of Old English Ships of War (engraving)
1591299 Models of Old English Ships of War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Models of Old English Ships of War)

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Henry VIII, and Model of the 'Great Harry'(litho)

Henry VIII, and Model of the "Great Harry"(litho)
6028087 Henry VIII, and Model of the " Great Harry" (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry VIII)

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The Harry Grace a Dieu (engraving)

The Harry Grace a Dieu (engraving)
725781 The Harry Grace a Dieu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Harry Grace a Dieu, 1520, conveying Henry VIII to the conference with Francis I)

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Le Henri Grace a Dieu (engraving)

Le Henri Grace a Dieu (engraving)
3629548 Le Henri Grace a Dieu (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Henri Grace a Dieu. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1838)

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The Great Harry (chromolitho)

The Great Harry (chromolitho)
5238499 The Great Harry (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Harry.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Figureheads of Famous Warships (engraving)

Figureheads of Famous Warships (engraving)
5212832 Figureheads of Famous Warships (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Figureheads of Famous Warships)

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Henry VIII embarking at Dover, from the large print published by The Royal Society of

Henry VIII embarking at Dover, from the large print published by The Royal Society of
475440 Henry VIII embarking at Dover, from the large print published by The Royal Society of Antiquities (litho) by Grimm

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Embarkation of Henry VIII (1491-1547) on Board the Henry Grace a Dieu in 1520

Embarkation of Henry VIII (1491-1547) on Board the Henry Grace a Dieu in 1520
CHT245000 Embarkation of Henry VIII (1491-1547) on Board the Henry Grace a Dieu in 1520, copied from a painting by Vincent Volpi (oil on canvas) (detail of 148771) by Bouterwek

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The 'Great Harry'(ink on paper)

The "Great Harry"(ink on paper)
960768 The " Great Harry" (ink on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Great Harry")

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The 'Great Harry'Man-of-War (engraving)

The "Great Harry"Man-of-War (engraving)
665125 The " Great Harry" Man-of-War (engraving) by Terry, G.W. (18th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Great Harry" Man-of-War)

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The Great Harry (1513), and the Sovereign of the Seas (1637) (engraving)

The Great Harry (1513), and the Sovereign of the Seas (1637) (engraving)
671129 The Great Harry (1513), and the Sovereign of the Seas (1637) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Harry (1513)

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The carrack Henry Grace a Dieu, 16th century. Artist: English master

The carrack Henry Grace a Dieu, 16th century. Artist: English master
The carrack Henry Grace a Dieu, 16th century. From a private collection

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The Henry Grace a Dieu ( Great Harry ), 1936. Creator: Unknown

The Henry Grace a Dieu ( Great Harry ), 1936. Creator: Unknown
The " Henry Grace a Dieu" (" Great Harry" ), 1936. Henry Grace a Dieu (" Henry Grace of God" ), also known as Great Harry

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The Great Harry, c1520, (1849). Creator: Kellerhoven

The Great Harry, c1520, (1849). Creator: Kellerhoven
The Great Harry, c1520, (1849). Henry Grace a Dieu (Henry Grace of God), also known as Great Harry, was an English carrack or great ship of the 16th century

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The Harry Grace a Dieu, 1937

The Harry Grace a Dieu, 1937. From The Story of Navigation. [The Imperial Tobacco Co. (Of Great Britain & Ireland), Ltd. 1937]

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: Henry Grace

Henry Grace

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The English war vessel Harry Grace A Dieu, built in 1513, from The National

The English war vessel Harry Grace A Dieu, built in 1513, from The National
KW322640 The English war vessel Harry Grace A Dieu, built in 1513, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: The Embarkation of Henry VIII (1491-1547) at Dover, May 31st 1520, Preparatory to

The Embarkation of Henry VIII (1491-1547) at Dover, May 31st 1520, Preparatory to
XJF105367 The Embarkation of Henry VIII (1491-1547) at Dover, May 31st 1520, Preparatory to his Interview with the French king Francis I (1494-1547) pub

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: NAVAL SHIP: GREAT HARRY. The Great Harry (Henri Grace a Dieu), English carrack

NAVAL SHIP: GREAT HARRY. The Great Harry (Henri Grace a Dieu), English carrack, built in 1514 and destroyed by fire in 1553. Lithograph, English, 19th century

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: BRITISH WARSHIP, 1488. The Great Harry, the first warship of the British navy

BRITISH WARSHIP, 1488. The Great Harry, the first warship of the British navy, built in 1488 during the reign of King Henry VIII

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: SHIPS: GREAT HARRY. The Great Harry (Henri Grce à Dieu), English carrack

SHIPS: GREAT HARRY. The Great Harry (Henri Grce à Dieu), English carrack, built in 1514 and destroyed by fire in 1553. Engraving, 18th century

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: GREAT HARRY & ROYAL ALBERT. The Great Harry (left), the largest ship in the world during the reign

GREAT HARRY & ROYAL ALBERT. The Great Harry (left), the largest ship in the world during the reign of King Henry VIII, contrasted with the Royal Albert, launched in 1854. English engraving, c1860

Background imageGreat Harry Collection: NAVAL SHIP: GREAT HARRY. The Great Harry (Henri GrÔÇÜce ÔÇÜ Dieu), English carrack

NAVAL SHIP: GREAT HARRY. The Great Harry (Henri GrÔÇÜce ÔÇÜ Dieu), English carrack
NAVAL SHIP: GREAT HARRY. The Great Harry (Henri Grce à Dieu), English carrack, built in 1514 and destroyed by fire in 1553. Lithograph, English, 19th century


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"Great Harry: The Majestic Flagship of Henry VIII's Naval Fleet" Step back in time and witness the grandeur of the legendary ship, Great Harry. With its towering masts and intricate sails, this 16th-century vessel was a true marvel of maritime engineering. The first image showcases the awe-inspiring side view of the Henry Grace a Dieu, also known as Great Harry. Its imposing presence on the open seas would strike fear into any enemy's heart. In 1520, King Henry VIII himself embarked on this majestic ship for an extraordinary voyage to the Field of Cloth of Gold. The oil-on-canvas painting captures the momentous occasion when royalty set foot upon its decks. The Great Harry played a pivotal role in shaping naval history during Henry VIIIs reign. As his flagship, it symbolized England's growing power and dominance at sea. A color lithograph from 1488 depicts this magnificent vessel in all its glory. Models and engravings further immortalize Old English Ships of War, including the iconic Great Harry. These intricate replicas serve as reminders of their historical significance and technological advancements for their time. Henry VIII had a deep fascination with his prized warship; he even posed alongside a model version in a lithograph portrait. This demonstrates his immense pride in commanding such an impressive vessel. Figureheads adorned famous warships like Great Harry, adding character to these mighty vessels while striking fear into enemies' hearts. Engravings capture these stunning sculptures that once graced her bow with elegance and strength. From Dover to distant shores, King Henry VIII frequently embarked on voyages aboard Great Harry—his trusted floating fortress that carried him through turbulent waters with unwavering might. Immerse yourself in history as you witness King Henry VIII boarding his beloved ship amidst great fanfare in 1520—an event forever etched into memory by artists who captured every detail for posterity.