Sailing Collection (page 8)

Harvesting Tobacco In Early Virginia
Painting of three farm workers harvesting tobacco leaves on a Virginia plantation with farm buildings visible as a sailing ship lies anchored on the river behind them, circa 1612

Colossus Solis
The Colossus Of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, straddles the harbour on the Greek island of Rhodes, circa 250 BC

Scotch lassies engaged in curing kippers at Douglas, on the Isle of Man September 1916 Fish where the fish are!

Major General Claud Martins House, by Thomas Daniell
Major General Claud Martins House, the Farhad Baksh, in Lucknow on the River Gumti, by Thomas Daniell (1749-1840). Date: 1789

A small sailboat makes its way through the waters of Puget Sound under dark storm clouds

Isle of Man - Treasure Isle, LMS poster, 1923-1947
Poster produced for the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS), promoting travel to the Isle of Man, showing a large sailing ship flying the Manx flag and bearing a royal crest

Design for Frieze (Wallpaper) with sailing ships. Charcoal and Pencil on copy paper with one portion in coloured Crayon. Silver Studio. circa 1900

Windmill, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The Windmill (known as Archers Mill) at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, pictured here after it had ceased working. It was a post mill working two pairs of stones and was demolished in 1921. circa 1915

Navy Mixture tobacco, 1920
Players Navy Mixture tobacco counter card in the form of a stylised tower or possibly a lighthouse with packs of tobacco at the base (like rocks?)

THE SIREN
A siren or mermaid sits on a rock in the middle of the sea gazing wistfully after a galleon ship sailing off into the distance

YORKSHIRE PACKET SHIP
American packet ship, depicted arriving at Liverpool after crossing the Atlantic from New York

Yacht at anchor off a sandy beach at Morar, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Yacht sailing in bay of Naples, Naples, Italy, Europe

The Nairobi skyline from Uhuru Park where city residents enjoy rowing boats on a small artificial lake. The clock tower of Kenyas Parliament can be seen in the background

Benodet, a popular sailing resort on the River Odet Estuary, Southern Finistere, Brittany, France, Europe

Mary Celeste 1872
The ship as it was encountered by the Dei Gratia

Norwich Norfolk Wherry probably 1920s

Herne Bay early 1900s

Ramsgate Quayside Edwardian period

Great Yarmouth Breydon Water Norfolk Wherry early 1900s

Mill Bay and Harbour, Salcombe, Devon - Painted by William Carruthers Affleck for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Pier Head, Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

The Leas, Folkestone, Kent, viewed from the Harbour - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Poster, Arcachon, France, a town for winter and summer, Chemins de Fer du Midi - casinos, beach, forest, hunting, fishing, regattas, races, pigeon shooting, golf. Date: circa 1895

Pamir, one of the last commercial sailing ships, off Sydney Heads, Australia (b / w photo)
7156948 Pamir, one of the last commercial sailing ships, off Sydney Heads, Australia (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pamir)

Westminster Bridge, London, taken from Mr Scheves Sugar House, opposite to York House (engraving)
603126 Westminster Bridge, London, taken from Mr Scheves Sugar House, opposite to York House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster Bridge, London)

Viaduct across the Sankey Valley, 1831 (colour aquatints, partly hand-coloured)
1198423 Viaduct across the Sankey Valley, 1831 (colour aquatints, partly hand-coloured) by Bury, Thomas Talbot (1811-77) (after); 26.5x66 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Clipper Ships: Harbinger (colour litho)
6021614 Clipper Ships: Harbinger (colour litho) by Spurling, Jack (1870-1933) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harbinger)

The Admirals Hard, Stonehouse, Plymouth, 1865 (oil on canvas)
CH401349 The Admirals Hard, Stonehouse, Plymouth, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Beechey, Richard Bridges (1808-95); 78.7x111.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The Liner M. V. Alcantara at Sea, 1928 (colour litho)
CHT176005 The Liner M.V. Alcantara at Sea, 1928 (colour litho) by Shoesmith, Kenneth (1890-1939); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; American, out of copyright

East Indiaman Ceres off St Helena, 1788 (oil on canvas)
REA196699 East Indiaman Ceres off St Helena, 1788 (oil on canvas) by Luny, Thomas (1759-1837); 147.3x221 cm; Private Collection; eRoyal Exchange Art Gallery at Cork Street, London; English

Britains newest Aircraft Carrier HMS Hermes undergoing a speed trial 1959

Ships RFA Fort Austin October 1985 re supplying the aircraft carrier Invincible in the Northern Atlantic

Ketch ship Everyman III. 26th September 1962

French entrant in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht Race Bernard Moitessier, photographed in his ketch Joshua. August 1968

Anchored on the Medway DIX02_01_189
Sailing vessels including a tall ship at anchor on the River Medway below Rochester Bridge, Kent. Photographed by J Dixon Scott between 1925 and 1935

Baron Munchhausen sails to the moon
The Baron sails to the Moon. Date: First published: 1785

The beach of Capo Coda Cavallo (San Teodoro, Sassari province, Sardinia, Italy, Europe)

Cala d Hort and Es Vedra Islets, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain

Sailing off Isle Del Aire, Menorca, Spain
A yacht with reefed sails heels over as it beats to windward in turquoise sea towards the lighthouse on Isle Del Aire, Menorca, Spain. Taken from Punta Prima Date: 2012

View of Cala Macarelleta and sailboat, Menorca; Balearic Islands; Spain; Europe

Douarnenez, Reflections on the Sea, 1887 (oil on canvas)
2639972 Douarnenez, Reflections on the Sea, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Bernard, Emile (1868-1941); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Lady Anne making waves in a good breeze, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Lady Anne making waves in a good breeze, 1912. The Lady Anne, designed by William Fife III was launched in 1912. The Lady Anne was restored in 1999 by Fairlie Restorations

The 19-metre class Norada & Mariquita, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 19-metre class Norada & Mariquita, 1913. Norada was designed by Charles Nicholson and Mariquita by William Fife III. Mariquita is the only surviving 19-metre of the six that were built

The auxiliary sailing ship Sunbeam, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The auxiliary sailing ship Sunbeam, 1911. The 565-ton three-masted schooner was owned by Lord Brassey who had her built in 1874

The 23-metre cutter Astra sailing close-hauled, 1932. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 23-metre cutter Astra sailing close-hauled, 1932. Astra was designed by Charles E Nicholson for Adam Moritimer Singer and was launched in 1928. It was converted to J-Class in 1931

The majestic cutters White Heather and Shamrock race downwind, 1912. Creator
The majestic cutters White Heather and Shamrock race downwind, 1912

The Lady Anne spray over deck, sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Lady Anne spray over deck, sailing close-hauled, 1912. The Lady Anne, a 15 Metre cutter designed by William Fife III was launched in 1912

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Sailing through history: From the majestic Union-Castle Line to the charming coastal town of Berwick upon Tweed, this LNER poster from 1923-1947 invites you on an adventure. Feel the wind in your hair as you witness the STS Malcolm Miller under full sail, a sight that never fails to mesmerize. The 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda showcases its prowess while sailing close hauled in 1933, leaving spectators in awe. Explore Portsmouth, Southsea & Isle of Wight through an enchanting aviation poster that captures the essence of this picturesque destination. 'Players Please: Sailor' takes us back to 1955 with a nostalgic reminder of sailors enjoying their well-deserved break. Discover the legendary tale of The Mary Rose and immerse yourself in its fascinating history. An enticing poster advertising Knysna, South Africa beckons with promises of breathtaking sailing experiences amidst stunning landscapes. Witness racing yachts competing fiercely against each other, showcasing their skills and determination on open waters. Cutty Sark and HMS Worcester stand tall together in EPW061029 photograph - a testament to maritime heritage and strength combined. Torquay shines brightly in Glorious Devon as depicted by British Railways poster from the 1950s; it's where sailing dreams come true. Beware as Kraken Attacks a Ship - a thrilling depiction reminding us of both danger and excitement that comes with venturing into unknown waters.