Thomas Whitcombe Collection

The Commencement of the Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805
985907 The Commencement of the Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805, 1817 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Whitcombe, Thomas (c.1752-1824) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cutting Out the Hermoine from the Harbour of Porto Cavailo, October 25th 1799, c
1197009 Cutting Out the Hermoine from the Harbour of Porto Cavailo, October 25th 1799, c.1812-1816 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Whitcombe

The Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805, 1816 (hand-coloured aquatint)
985800 The Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805, 1816 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Whitcombe, Thomas (c.1752-1824) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Trafalgar)

Battle of the Nile, August 1st 1798 (1816). Artist: Thomas Sutherland
The Battle of the Nile, 1st August 1798 (1816). The British fleet under Nelson destroyed the French fleet in Aboukir Bay in a battle fought at night. From J Jenkinss Naval Achievements, 1816

The Battle of Trafalgar, 21st October 1805 (1816). Artist: Thomas Sutherland
The Battle of Trafalgar, 21st October 1805 (1816). A French warship burns fiercely during Nelsons famous victory over the combined French and Spanish fleets. From J Jenkinss Naval Achievements, 1816

The Battle of the Nile, 1st August 1798 (1816). Artist: Bailey
The Battle of the Nile, 1st August 1798 (1816). The British fleet under Nelson destroyed the French fleet in Aboukir Bay in a battle fought at night. From J Jenkinss Naval Achievements, 1816

Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805 (1816). Artist: Thomas Sutherland
Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805 (1816). Scene from the famous naval battle in which Lord Nelson decisively defeated the Spanish and French fleet during the War of the Third Coalition

The Battle Of Camperdown, c1800. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
The Battle Of Camperdown, c1800. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

A Duel Between Brigs, c1817. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
A Duel Between Brigs, c1817. An engagement between the American brig USS Argus and the British brig HMS Pelican off At Davids Head, Pembrokeshire, Wales, on 14 August 1813

Remember Nelson, c1812. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Remember Nelson, c1812. On 13 March 1811, a British squadron engaged with a French and Venetian fleet off the coast of Croatia at the Battle of Lissa

Strachans Action off Ferrol, c1806. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Strachans Action off Ferrol, c1806. Richard John Strachan (1760-1828) led the British squadron that, on 4 November 1805, engaged

Capture of the Forte, c1800. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Capture of the Forte, c1800. The capture of the French frigate Forte by the British warship HMS Sybille in the Bay of Bengal on 28 February 1799. The captains of both ships were killed in the battle

Victory of Admiral Duncan, c1798. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Victory of Admiral Duncan, c1798. The victory of Admiral Adam Duncan (1731-1804) at the Battle of Camperdown on 11 October 1797

Two East Indiamen off a Coast, Thomas Whitcombe, c1850. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Two East Indiamen off a Coast, Thomas Whitcombe, c1850. At this time the East India Company still governed India. The company was founded in 1600 to challenge the Dutch

Battle Of Camperdown Kamperduin 11 October 1797
The Battle of Camperdown - Kamperduin in Dutch - 11 October 1797, during the French Revolutionary Wars. It was fought between the British North Sea Fleet and a Batavian Navy fleet

Battle Of Camperdown Kamperduin 11 October 1797
The Battle of Camperdown - Kamperduin in Dutch - 11 October 1797, during the French Revolutionary Wars. It was fought between the British North Sea Fleet and a Batavian Navy fleet

The Thames at Chelsea Signed and dated, lower right: Tho. Whitcomb [?] | 1784"
The Thames at Chelsea Signed and dated, lower right: " Tho. Whitcomb [?] | 1784", Thomas Whitcombe, 1763-after 1824, British

A Ship Running into Harbour with Other Craft at a Jetty Signed and dated, lower left: " T. W. 1788", Thomas Whitcombe, 1763-after 1824, British

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Thomas Whitcombe was a renowned artist known for his exceptional talent in capturing historical naval battles. His paintings vividly depict the intensity and grandeur of these monumental events, transporting viewers back in time to witness the bravery and heroism of those involved. In "The Commencement of the Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805, " Whitcombe skillfully portrays the chaos and anticipation that filled the air as two mighty fleets clashed on that fateful day. The sheer scale of the battle is evident, with ships lined up against each other, ready to engage in a fierce struggle for supremacy. Another masterpiece by Whitcombe is "Cutting Out the Hermoine from the Harbour of Porto Cavailo, October 25th 1799. " This painting captures a daring raid where British sailors boarded an enemy vessel under cover of darkness. The tension is palpable as they silently navigate through treacherous waters to surprise their unsuspecting foes. "The Battle of Trafalgar" appears multiple times among Whitcombe's works. In one version from 1816, hand-colored aquatint brings added vibrancy to this iconic scene. Another rendition showcases his attention to detail as he immortalizes Admiral Nelson's final triumph before his untimely demise. Whitcombe also commemorates other significant naval encounters such as "The Battle of Camperdown" and "Strachans Action off Ferrol. " These paintings capture pivotal moments when strategic maneuvers turned tides or showcased extraordinary courage amidst adversity. One cannot overlook Whitcombe's ability to convey emotion through art. In "Remember Nelson, " he pays tribute to Britain's beloved admiral whose legacy continues even after his passing. Through brushstrokes infused with reverence and admiration, he ensures that Nelson will forever be remembered for his contributions on land and at sea.