Tunny Collection

North Sea tuna
Crew members of the trawler Silver Line pose with their haul of five giant tuna fish, caught 120 miles out from Scarborough. Date: 1939

Marketing the Tunny, Concarneau, (oil on canvas)
827252 Marketing the Tunny, Concarneau, (oil on canvas) by Hankey, William Lee (1869-1952); 64.2x76.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Marketing the Tunny, Concarneau)

Atlantic bluefin tuna, Thunnus thynnus (endangered). Tunny, Scomber thynnus
FLO4614285 Atlantic bluefin tuna, Thunnus thynnus (endangered). Tunny, Scomber thynnus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Bonito, tuna and long-fin tunny
Skipjack tuna or bonito, Katsuwonus pelamis 1, tuna, Thunnus thynnus 2, and long-fin tunny, Thunnus alalunga 3. Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1849

Atlantic bluefin tuna, Thunnus thynnus (endangered). Tunny, Scomber thynnus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

Tunny caught bys G Bassett, September 1937
Tunny caught bys G Bassett in September 1937. 1937

Fishing for Tunny off the Coast of Provence (engraving)
671345 Fishing for Tunny off the Coast of Provence (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishing for Tunny off the Coast of Provence)

Herrings attacked by Tunny-fish (engraving)
3624788 Herrings attacked by Tunny-fish (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herrings attacked by Tunny-fish)

The tunny - ie tuna - fishery (engraving)
6001130 The tunny - ie tuna - fishery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tunny - ie tuna - fishery)

The tunny and the dolphin (engraving)
3624863 The tunny and the dolphin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tunny and the dolphin. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

little girl seated James G Tunny Scottish 1820
little girl, seated; James G. Tunny (Scottish, 1820 - 1887); 1865 - 1875; Albumen silver print

bearded man sans moustache quasi-oval style James G
bearded man sans moustache, in quasi-oval style; James G. Tunny (Scottish, 1820 - 1887); 1860s; Albumen silver print

Katsuwonus pelamis, or Skipjack tuna, also known as Bonito, Mushmouth, Striped Tuna or Victor Fish. Date: 1863

Sarda sarda, or Short-Finned Tunny. Date: 1865

Orcynus germon, or Long-Finned Tunny. Date: 1863

A tunny or tuna fish

Tunny, Scomber Thynnus, British fishes, Donovan, E. (Edward), 1768-1837, (Author)

The Tunny Fishery
THE TUNNY FISHERY

Boy prays not to get stomach ache
Boy kneels by his bedside and prays not to get stomach ache from the three appealing green apples he is about to consume before hitting the sack. Date: circa 1908

The Tunny Fishery
THE TUNNY FISHERY

Mattanza tuna fishing, unloading catch on quay, Sicily, Italy, 1958 (Kurt Drost)

Tuna fisherman holding catch, caught using pole and line fishing method, Pico Island, Azores, august

Tuna fisherman with catch being unloaded on quayside, caught using pole and line fishing method, Pico Island, Azores, august

Tuna fisherman preparing bait on boat, pole and line fishing method, Pico Island, Azores, august

Priest used to dispatch tuna on boat deck, pole and line fishing method, Pico Island, Azores, august

Tuna catch being unloaded on quayside, caught using pole and line fishing method, Pico Island, Azores, august

Mattanza tuna fishing, Sicily, Italy, 1958 (Kurt Drost)

Tuna fishermen with catch in hold of boat, caught using pole and line fishing method, Pico Island, Azores, august

Poles used for line caught tuna fishing on boat in harbour, pole and line fishing method, Pico Island, Azores, august

Tuna (two). (rr)
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Tuna. (rr)
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"Tunny: A Fascinating Journey Through the Depths of the Sea" Dive into the depths of the North Sea and discover the majestic tunny, also known as Katsuwonus pelamis or Skipjack tuna. This remarkable species has captured the attention of artists, scientists, and fishermen alike throughout history. In "Marketing the Tunny, " a captivating oil on canvas painting from Concarneau, witness how this prized fish was once promoted for its delectable taste and commercial value. Its Atlantic bluefin cousin, Thunnus thynnus, unfortunately faces endangerment today due to overfishing. Edward Donovan's handcoloured copperplate engraving in his Natural History of British Fishes showcases Scomber thynnus - another name for tunny - highlighting its intricate details with precision. Published between 1802-1808 in London, this masterpiece stands as a testament to humanity's fascination with marine life. Bonito, tuna, and long-fin tunny swim alongside each other harmoniously in an underwater ballet. The Atlantic bluefin tuna's endangered status serves as a reminder that we must protect these magnificent creatures for future generations to admire their beauty. G Bassett's catch of September 1937 immortalizes one lucky angler's encounter with a mighty tunny. Imagine feeling the exhilaration as you reel in such a powerful creature from beneath azure waves. Engravings depicting fishing off Provence's coast transport us back to ancient times when communities relied on tunny fishing for sustenance and livelihoods. These scenes capture both the excitement and challenges faced by those who ventured out onto treacherous waters in pursuit of this prized catch. A lithograph from 1878 brings forth vivid imagery of a vibrant tunny swimming gracefully through turquoise waters. Its sleek body glistens under sunlight while showcasing nature's artistic prowess at its finest.