Seagoing Collection

Egyptian seagoing ship from around 1500 B.C. From The Romance of the Merchant Ship, published 1931
3058531 Egyptian seagoing ship from around 1500 B.C. From The Romance of the Merchant Ship, published 1931.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Portolan Map of the Mediterranean and connecting seas
3507730 Portolan Map of the Mediterranean and connecting seas; (add.info.: Portolan Map of the Mediterranean and connecting seas)

A 19th century Chinese Junk ship
5307452 A 19th century Chinese Junk ship.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Chinese Junk ship, which were used as seagoing vessels as early as the 2nd century AD)

Portolan chart of the Mediterranean Coast, depicting the different stages of the Voyage
JEB940232 Portolan chart of the Mediterranean Coast, depicting the different stages of the Voyage of Ulysses, as told in Homers Odyssey, 1593 (parchment) by French School

HMS "Warrior"(chromolitho)
2790853 HMS " Warrior" (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS " Warrior." Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards)

A Town Plan of Lisbon 1598

Ships that pass by G. H. Davis
Ships that pass -- some notes for our readers who are spending their holidays by the sea shore. The ships are: cargo steamer, liner, coasting steamer, seagoing tug, oil carrier, racing yawl

Benson log raft - Columbia River, USA
A fine view of a Benson raft - a huge seagoing log raft designed to reliably transport millions of board feet of timber (at one time - this card says 8 million feet) through the open ocean

USA, California, lighthouse, Point Reyes National Seashore at sunset

Alaska, Tongass National Forest, Tail flukes of Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaengliae) sounding in Frederick Sound

Semi-submersible oil drilling rig C016 / 8408
Oil rig. The hull of the semi-submersible oil drilling rig Northern Lights seen in a dockyard. The hull is fitted out with its platform and drilling equipment later

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"Embarking on a seagoing adventure, guided by ancient maps and charts that reveal the Mediterranean Coast in all its glory. The Portolan chart takes us through the different stages of the voyage, as we navigate our way towards new horizons. On board the majestic HMS "Warrior, " a chromolitho masterpiece that captures the grandeur of seafaring vessels. As we sail, ships pass by, painted with skillful strokes by G. H. Davis, reminding us of the bustling maritime world. Arriving at Lisbon in 1598, we explore a town plan that unveils the rich history and culture of this coastal gem. From there, our journey takes us to Columbia River in the USA where Benson log rafts float gracefully along its waters. As day turns into dusk on California's Point Reyes National Seashore, a lighthouse stands tall against an enchanting sunset backdrop - a beacon guiding sailors home safely. Venturing further north to Alaska's Tongass National Forest reveals nature's wonders. Humpback whales grace us with their presence; their massive bodies breach above water before crashing back down with thunderous slaps. Their tail flukes create mesmerizing patterns as they dive deep into icy depths. In these moments surrounded by marine marvels and breathtaking landscapes, one can't help but be captivated by the allure adventures.