Shipman Collection

Canterbury Tales - The Shipman
The Shipman, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Victoria Shipman 100 Metres 14 July 1997 Date: 14 July 1997

The Shipman (engraving)
2786771 The Shipman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shipman. Illustration for Chatterbox (1880). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims, 1810 (engraving)
XJF483342 Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims, 1810 (engraving) by Blake, William (1757-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: After Blakes own fresco, in the Stirling Maxwell Collection, Pollock House)

HANDWRITING: PENS, 1890. Advertisement for fountain and stylographic pens, American engraving, 1890

Gertrude Shipman. Date c1899

Sweely, Shipman & Co. present Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall by the authors of When knighthood was in flower. Date c1906

Sweely, Shipman & Co. present Roselle Knott Sweely, Shipman
Sweely, Shipman & Co. present Roselle Knott. Date c1906

Kane, Shipman & Colvin present When knighthood was in flower by Chas. Major & Paul Kester. Date c1905

Gertrude Shipman, Lawrence B. McGill. Date c1899

Sweely, Shipman & Co. present The Duchess of Devonshire by Mrs. Chas. A. Doremus. Date c1906

Kane, Shipman & Colvin present the emotional actress, Alberta Gallatin. Date c1906

Ernest Shipman presents Americas leading emotional actress, Mary Shaw. Date c1907

Sweely, Shipman & Co. present When knighthood was in flower by Charles Major and Paul Kester. Date c1903

Ernest Shipman presents Mary Shaw in Alice sit by the fire by JM Barrie, author of Peter Pan, The little minister, etc. Date c1907

Sweely Shipman and Co. present Alberta Gallatin. Poster advertising Alberta Gallatin without her portrait. Date c1903

The Canterbury Pilgrims in the Yard of the Tabard Inn, 1387
Illustration giving an artists impression of how Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims may have looked as they stood in the yard of the Tabard Inn, 17th April 1387

Chaucer, the Shipman
The Shipman gestures with his hand

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"Shipman: A Tale of Adventure and Innovation" In the enchanting world of literature, Victoria Shipman's name echoes through time as a character in "The Canterbury Tales. " Her story captivates readers with its tales of seafaring exploits and daring adventures. Meanwhile, in another realm altogether, an engraving known as "The Shipman" immortalizes the spirit of maritime exploration. It serves as a reminder that the sea has always beckoned to those seeking new horizons. But let us not forget the present day, where modern-day shipmen like Pathways intern Alexandra Boehm and Jacobs intern Peyton Nelson continue to push boundaries. With their groundbreaking demonstration of steerable air bearing tether deployment, they embody innovation and progress. Their work symbolizes the fusion between tradition and technology, bridging centuries-old narratives with cutting-edge advancements. Just as Victoria Shipman sailed uncharted waters in her time, these young professionals navigate unexplored territories using their expertise. As we witness this remarkable display of talent and determination unfold before our eyes repeatedly - PATHWAYS INTERN ALEXANDRA BOEHM AND JACOBS INTERN PEYTON NELSON DEMONSTRATE STEERABLE AIR BEARING TETHER DEPLOYMENT - it becomes evident that the legacy of shipmen lives on. Whether through ancient tales or contemporary achievements, shipmen remind us to embrace curiosity and seize opportunities for discovery. They inspire us to set sail towards our own aspirations while honoring those who came before us. So let us celebrate all forms of shipmanship – from literary legends like Victoria Shipman to visionary individuals like Alexandra Boehm and Peyton Nelson – for they remind us that adventure awaits those brave enough to chart their own course on life's vast ocean.