Pearl Fishing Collection

Engraving depicting pearl fishers, in British Ceylon, Sri Lanka, 19th century
5309079 Engraving depicting pearl fishers, in British Ceylon, Sri Lanka, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting pearl fishers, in British Ceylon, Sri Lanka)

Pearl-fishing near Loch Lubnaig, Perthshire, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Pearl-fishing near Loch Lubnaig, Perthshire, 1864. Engraving from a drawing by Mr. Clark Stanton. In some rural districts

The centre panel of The Pearl Divers, c1797-98, (1936). Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
The centre panel of a triptych, c1797-98, (1936). Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806), Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock of a woman in patterned blue kimono, combing wet hair while breastfeeding a naked child

Right hand panel of The Pearl Divers triptych by Utamaro, c1797-98, (1936). Creator
Right hand panel of The Pearl Divers triptych by Utamaro, c1797-98, (1936). Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806), Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock of a woman wringing waistcloth holding knife in her mouth while

The pearl mussel of Scotland, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The pearl mussel of Scotland, 1864. The pearl, one of the most beautiful of our gems, is found in a species of shell fish, which is a variety of the mussel, not an oyster

The Ceylon Pearl Fishery (engraving)
1053087 The Ceylon Pearl Fishery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ceylon Pearl Fishery)

Pearl Fishing in the Persian Gulf (engraving)
1040618 Pearl Fishing in the Persian Gulf (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pearl Fishing in the Persian Gulf)

The Scottish Pearl Fishery (engraving)
1613234 The Scottish Pearl Fishery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scottish Pearl Fishery)

Pearl Fishing (engraving)
666822 Pearl Fishing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pearl Fishing. Illustration for The Pictorial Cabinet of Marvels (Frederick Warne, c 1880)

The Pearl Fishery in the Persian Gulf (engraving)
1054629 The Pearl Fishery in the Persian Gulf (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pearl Fishery in the Persian Gulf)

The left hand and last panel of The Pearl Divers triptych, c1797-98, (1936). Creator
The left hand and last panel of a triptych by Utamaro, c1797-98, (1936). Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806), Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock of a woman lowering one leg into water with another pointing at fish

The Pearl Fishing Industry - Packing Shell, 1923. Creator: Unknown
The Pearl Fishing Industry - Packing Shell, 1923. From " Australia, New Zealand and Oceania in Pictures", by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. Blitt. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1923]

Pearls 1. Native Diver at Work, Ceylon, 1928. From Players Cigarettes - Products of the World: A Series of 50 [John Player & Sons, London, 1928]

Pearl fishing, Australia, 1928. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Australia, 2nd series

Pearl Fishery, Torres Strait, Australia, 1886. Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol II, by Andrew Garran, illustrated under the supervision of Frederic B Schell

Oyster Fishing, c1785-1849. Artist: Hokusai
Oyster Fishing, c1785-1849

Monument to Japanese pearl fishermen, Broome, Kimberley, Western Australia, Australia, Pacific

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"Pearl Fishing: A Glimpse into the Enchanting World of Underwater Treasures" Immerse yourself in the captivating artistry of Kitagawa Utamaro's masterpiece, "The Pearl Divers. " This triptych, created in 1797-98 and later reproduced in 1936, transports us to a time when pearl fishing was an arduous yet enchanting endeavor. In the center panel, we witness the graceful movements of divers as they plunge into the depths of the ocean, their bodies adorned with traditional attire. Utamaro skillfully captures their determination and elegance as they search for nature's hidden gems. On the right-hand panel, another scene from "The Pearl Divers" unfolds before our eyes. The artist invites us to marvel at these courageous individuals who risked their lives to retrieve precious pearls from beneath treacherous waters. Engravings depicting pearl fishing around the world further enhance our understanding of this ancient trade. From Ceylon to Australia and even across distant shores like those found in Persia and Scotland, these images showcase how diverse cultures embraced this timeless pursuit. Accompanying these visual treasures is a poem by Sangi no Takamura (Ono no Takamura), offering poetic insight into the essence of pearl fishing. Through his words, we are transported beyond mere physical labor; we delve into a realm where dreams intertwine with reality beneath shimmering waves. As we explore historical photographs capturing moments within this industry's evolution, such as "The Pearl Fishing Industry - Packing Shell" from 1923 or "Pearls 1: Native Diver at Work" in Ceylon during 1928, we gain appreciation for both its economic significance and cultural heritage. Pearl fishing remains an enduring symbol of human ingenuity intertwined with nature's beauty. It reminds us that even amidst adversity and danger lies an opportunity for discovery—a chance to uncover treasures that transcend time and captivate our imagination.