Maritime Engagement Collection

The Battle of the Nile (oil on canvas)
AGN270261 The Battle of the Nile (oil on canvas) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); 68.5x107 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of the Nile, or Battle of Aboukir Bay, 1st August)

The boarding and capturing of His Majestys late ship, Hermione (now Retribution) 25th October 1799
RNM286344 The boarding and capturing of His Majestys late ship, Hermione (now Retribution) 25th October 1799, engraved by Roffe (coloured etching) by Elms

Ever Memorable Battle off Cape Trafalgar, 21st October 1805
RNM286358 Ever Memorable Battle off Cape Trafalgar, 21st October 1805, published by Laurie & Whittle, 12th December 1805 (coloured aquatint) by English School

The Battle of Maracaibo on 24th July, 1823 (oil on canvas)
CHT291509 The Battle of Maracaibo on 24th July, 1823 (oil on canvas) by Prieto, JoseMarAia Espinosa (1796-1883); Museo Nacional, Bogota

Sea Battle (oil on panel)
NCO292165 Sea Battle (oil on panel) by English School; Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English, out of copyright

A Customs Brig Engaging the Pirate Lugger Will Watch (oil on canvas)
CLV332868 A Customs Brig Engaging the Pirate Lugger Will Watch (oil on canvas) by Hustwick, Francis (1797-1865); 51.5x75.5 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

"Sir John, there are twenty seven sails of the line"
IL323211 " Sir John, there are twenty seven sails of the line", illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Paget

The English and Dutch Force facing the Spanish Fleet in the Port of Cadiz in 1596
XJF276006 The English and Dutch Force facing the Spanish Fleet in the Port of Cadiz in 1596 (engraving) by Dutch School; Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Capture of the Guerriere by the Consitution on 19th August, 1812, from A Brief
KW348520 Capture of the Guerriere by the Consitution on 19th August, 1812, from A Brief History of the United States, published by A. S. Barnes & Co

The Battle of the Nile, from The National and Domestic History of England
KW329982 The Battle of the Nile, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

The Vanguard, under Sir William Winter, engaging the Spanish Armada, from Leisure Hour
XJF315757 The Vanguard, under Sir William Winter, engaging the Spanish Armada, from Leisure Hour, 1888 (engraving) by Brierly

Battle between the Monitor and Merrimac in 1862, from A Brief History of the
KW348522 Battle between the Monitor and Merrimac in 1862, from A Brief History of the United States, published by A. S. Barnes & Co

Defeat of the Spanish Armada, from The New and Complete Book of Martyrs
XJF276401 Defeat of the Spanish Armada, from The New and Complete Book of Martyrs, by Paul Wright (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School

Gave them such a Broadside, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe
KW285471 Gave them such a Broadside, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) published 1896 (litho) by Paget, Walter Stanley (1861-1908); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English

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"Maritime Engagement: A Historical Journey through Epic Battles" Step into the world as we explore some of the most iconic battles in history. From oil paintings to engravings, these captivating artworks depict moments that shaped naval warfare and left a lasting impact on our collective memory. "The Battle of the Nile (oil on canvas)": Witness Admiral Nelson's triumph over Napoleon's fleet in this stunning portrayal. Feel the tension and adrenaline as British forces secure a decisive victory, forever changing the course of European history. "The boarding and capturing of His Majesty's late ship, Hermione (now Retribution) 25th October 1799, engraved by Roffe (coloured etching)": Immerse yourself in an intense struggle for control as brave sailors engage in close combat amidst raging seas. This gripping scene showcases the bravery and determination required to conquer enemy vessels. "Ever Memorable Battle off Cape Trafalgar, 21st October 1805": Join Admiral Nelson once again as he leads his fleet against combined French and Spanish forces. Experience the chaos and heroism that unfolded during this legendary clash, where strategy and skill prevailed against overwhelming odds. "The Battle of Maracaibo on 24th July, 1823 (oil on canvas)": Discover a lesser-known but equally significant battle fought between Simon Bolivar's revolutionary forces and Spanish loyalists. This vibrant painting captures the fierce exchange between warships along Venezuela's coastlines—a testament to South America's fight for independence. "Sea Battle (oil on panel)": Delve into an anonymous artist's depiction of a timeless sea battle. The vivid colors convey both beauty and brutality as ships wage war upon each other—an eternal reminder of mankind’s relentless pursuit for dominance at sea. "A Customs Brig Engaging the Pirate Lugger Will Watch (oil on canvas)": Uncover tales from an era when piracy plagued maritime trade routes.