Seafarer Collection

Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), British Admiral, steel engraving, published in 1868
Horatio Nelson (1758 - 1805), famous British admiral. Steel engraving after a paintinging by Lemuel Francis Abbott (English painter, 1760/61 - 1802), published in 1868

Trawler, Bridlington harbour entrance - 1
Trawler Ocean Reward returns to Bridlington harbour after a fishing trip in the North Sea Date: circa 1987

Abel Janszoon Tasman,1603- 1659
5614421 Abel Janszoon Tasman,1603- 1659; (add.info.: Abel Janszoon Tasman,1603- 1659. Dutch seafarer, explorer, and merchant)

Diary entry by Abel Tasman
3586297 Diary entry by Abel Tasman; (add.info.: Diary entry by Abel Tasman (1603-1659) a Dutch seafarer, explorer, and merchant. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Seafarers monument, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain

Schooner shipyard, Bira, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Whitby Harbour
The harbour at Whitby, Yorkshire. A peaceful scene during the early days of World War II. Date: 1939

The derelict is the most potent of all the dangers that threaten the seafarer Date: 1905

Sir Francis Drake (engraving)
PNP269587 Sir Francis Drake (engraving) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Drake (1540-1596)

Native Americans of Guayaquil, Ecuador, on a raft with sail. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

The first sailor (chromolitho)
961348 The first sailor (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first sailor. Trade card, circa late 19th century.); © Look and Learn

Sir Francis Drake (engraving)
PNP269586 Sir Francis Drake (engraving) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Drake (1540-96)

Historiated initial from the beginning of a chapter on seafaring and trade
MGN169964 Historiated initial from the beginning of a chapter on seafaring and trade, copy of an original 14th century law collection Jonsbok (vellum) by Icelandic School

Old Sea Dogs, 1891 (oil on canvas)
3743821 Old Sea Dogs, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Titcomb, William Holt Yates (1858-1930); 157.5x121.9 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle)

Out of their Reckoning, 1892 (oil on canvas)
1147315 Out of their Reckoning, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Starling, Albert (c.1878-1922); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; British, out of copyright

Friends in Adversity, Christmas Day at the Dreadnought Hospital
3744491 Friends in Adversity, Christmas Day at the Dreadnought Hospital, Greenwich (Coming Down to Dinner), 1880 (oil on canvas) by Dollman

Captain Cuttle, from Dombey & Son, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465754 Captain Cuttle, from Dombey & Son, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain Ned Cuttle)

Trawler, Bridlington harbour entrance - 3
Trawler Ocean Reward returns to Bridlington harbour after a fishing trip in the North Sea Date: circa 1987

Trawler, Bridlington harbour entrance - 2
Trawler Ocean Reward returns to Bridlington harbour after a fishing trip in the North Sea Date: circa 1987

Polperro lobster fisherman
Lobster fisherman pulls on his jacket and prepares to go ashore after returning in his boat Fair Chance, to his mooring in Polperro Harbour, Cornwall, England

Abel Janszoon Tasman, 1603 - 1659. Dutch seafarer, explorer, and merchant, he was the first known European explorer to reach the islands of Van Diemens Land (now Tasmania) and New Zealand

The provisioning of a lighthouse in Brittany. Image published in L Illustration on December 9th, 1899. Engraving

Sir Francis Drake, illustration from Old Englands Worthies by Lord Brougham
KW292370 Sir Francis Drake, illustration from Old Englands Worthies by Lord Brougham, published c.1880 (engraving) by English School

Amy with her husband Jim Mollison
Amy with her husband, Jim Mollison, alongside their de Havilland Dragon, G-ACCV, Seafarer, in June 1933 just before their unsuccessful attempt on the worlds long distance record. Date: 1933

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Journeying through the annals of history, the seafarer emerges as a symbol of courage and resilience. From Horatio Nelson's valiant exploits to the treacherous waters of Bridlington harbour entrance, their stories are etched in steel engravings that captivate our imagination. Whitby Harbour stands as a testament to their enduring spirit, braving the elements with unwavering determination. In 1905, amidst the perils of derelicts lurking beneath the surface, seafarers faced their most potent danger yet. Yet they pressed on, undeterred by adversity. The Seafarers monument in Ibiza pays homage to these brave souls who ventured into uncharted territories. Across distant shores in Sulawesi, Indonesia lies a schooner shipyard where craftsmanship intertwines with maritime heritage. Here, seafarers' dreams take shape as vessels ready themselves for new voyages across vast oceans. But not all tales end in triumph; some bear witness to tragedy like Zampa - an Algerine corsair that met its fiery demise while its captain and crew were bound helplessly to the main-mast. Such haunting accounts remind us of the risks undertaken by those who sail upon unpredictable seas. From Sir Francis Drake's legendary expeditions to Native Americans navigating Ecuador's Guayaquil waters on rafts adorned with sails - each story adds another layer to this timeless narrative of exploration and discovery. As we delve deeper into history's pages, we encounter chromolithos depicting 'The First Sailor, ' capturing that pivotal moment when humanity first set sail towards horizons unknown. And within historiated initials dedicated to seafaring and trade lies evidence of how this ancient profession shaped civilizations throughout time. Thus, let us honor these intrepid adventurers whose indomitable spirit continues to inspire generations anew. They embody bravery personified – forever etching their mark upon the vast canvas that is our world's oceans.