Water Transport Collection (page 6)

Boarding At Genoa
Italian men board a boat in Genoa, bound for Buenos Aires, circa 1930. (Photo by Keystone/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Canoe Girl
1929: A young woman canoeing on a particularly still lake. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Engine Room
circa 1930: Members of the crew in the engine room of a British submarine. In the foreground the stoker is examining the inside of one of the crank pits with a torch

Amphibian Car
circa 1930: A motor car equipped with floats making its way along the River Spree in Berlin, Germany. The vehicle is the invention of engineer Herr Grosse

Couple By Seine
14th March 1957: A couple sit on the banks of the Seine at Paris in fine spring weather. A barge passes by. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

Walking To Sea
circa 1950: A group of youths walking along the jetty at Cedar Point Yachting Club, Long Island, New York. Some wear sailing caps and they are all carrying duffel bags

Dutch Merchant Ships and a Coastal Trader in Choppy Seas (oil on canvas)
7076543 Dutch Merchant Ships and a Coastal Trader in Choppy Seas (oil on canvas) by Brooking, Charles (1723-59); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A View of Bouvignes on the Meuse, 1860 (oil on canvas)
6452816 A View of Bouvignes on the Meuse, 1860 (oil on canvas) by Stanfield, George Clarkson (1828-78); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Golden Bend in the Herengracht, Amsterdam from the East
6867074 The Golden Bend in the Herengracht, Amsterdam from the East, 1685 (oil on canvas) by Berckheyde, Gerrit Adriaensz (1638-98); 53A--62 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Meeting of Anthony and Cleopatra, 1883 (oil on canvas)
7085198 The Meeting of Anthony and Cleopatra, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 65.5x92.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Grand Canal, Venice, 1890 (oil on canvas)
7074507 The Grand Canal, Venice, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Blum, Robert Frederick (1857-1903); 99x74.5 cm; Private Collection; American, out of copyright

A View of the San Marco Basin from the Riva Degli Schiavoni, Venice (oil on canvas)
7076617 A View of the San Marco Basin from the Riva Degli Schiavoni, Venice (oil on canvas) by Canaletto, (Giovanni Antonio Canal) (1697-1768); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

A Distant View of Alkmaar with Peasants and Cattle on a Ferry, 1657 (oil on panel)
7085266 A Distant View of Alkmaar with Peasants and Cattle on a Ferry, 1657 (oil on panel) by Ruysdael, Jacob Salomonsz. (1630-81); 54x85 cm; Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Town of Lucerne, on the lake of Quatre Cantons, 1838 (w / c)
6201726 Town of Lucerne, on the lake of Quatre Cantons, 1838 (w/c) by Callow, William (1812-1908); 27x35 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

View on the River Inn near Swartz, Tyrol, 1849 (oil on canvas)
7088867 View on the River Inn near Swartz, Tyrol, 1849 (oil on canvas) by Oliver, William (1804-53); 46.3x74.9 cm; Private Collection; British, out of copyright

The Entrance to the Canareggio, Venice (oil on canvas)
7085227 The Entrance to the Canareggio, Venice (oil on canvas) by Canaletto, (Giovanni Antonio Canal) (1697-1768); Private Collection; (add.info)

Louisa Hove To waiting for a Pilot off Whitby, 1872 (oil on canvas)
7064096 Louisa Hove To waiting for a Pilot off Whitby, 1872 (oil on canvas) by Scott, John (1802-82); 68.5x106.6 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Coastal Scene with Drovers (oil on panel)
7088919 Coastal Scene with Drovers (oil on panel) by Schoevaerdts, Mathys (c.1665-p.1694); Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

Riva degli Schiavoni, Venice (oil on wood)
7088890 Riva degli Schiavoni, Venice (oil on wood) by Reyna Manescau, Antonia Maria de (1859-1937); 20x30.5 cm; Private Collection; Spanish, out of copyright

Gondolas on the Grand Canal, the Dogana and Santa Maria della Salute beyond
7088869 Gondolas on the Grand Canal, the Dogana and Santa Maria della Salute beyond, Venice (oil on canvas) by Santoro, Rubens (1859-1942); 26x45.1 cm; Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

A Capriccio Mediterranean Harbour with Elegant Figures and Merchants
7088864 A Capriccio Mediterranean Harbour with Elegant Figures and Merchants, 1689 (oil on canvas) by Storck, Abraham (1644-1708); 34.3x39 cm; Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

The Grand Canal looking East from the Campo San Vio towards the Bacino (oil on board))
7088851 The Grand Canal looking East from the Campo San Vio towards the Bacino (oil on board)) by Tironi, Francesco (1750-1800); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Venice with Shipping (oil on canvas)
7088695 Venice with Shipping (oil on canvas) by Guardi, Francesco (1712-93); 50.8x40.6 cm; Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Great Eastern Damaged
October 1859: A funnel lies shattered on the deck after a boiler explosion on the Great Eastern. Original Publication: Illustrated London News - Reparing the Accident on the Great Eastern - pub

William Hut
14th May 1853: The William Hut paying out the transatlantic electric cable. Original Publication: Illustrated London News - pub. 1853 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

New Dock
March 1877: Crowds on a hilltop are viewing the new dock at Avonmouth near Bristol. Original Publication: Illustrated London News - supplement -The New Avonmouth Dock Near Bristol - pub

The Grand Saloon
1859: Passengers in the grand saloon of the Great Eastern steam ship. (Photo by Illustrated London News/Getty Images)

La Bourgogne
July 1898: The French transatlantic liner La Bourgogne which sank on the 4th of July 1898 after a collision with the British liner Cromartyshire resulting in the loss of 500 lives

Leviathan Launch
1857: The chain-drums and checking-gear used at the attempted launch of the Leviathan. Original Publication: Illustrated London News - pub. 1857 (Photo by Illustrated London News/Getty Images)

Luxury At Sea
26th December 1881: Passengers in the luxurious saloon of a Cunard Steamer. (Photo by Illustrated London News/Getty Images)

Boarding At Liverpool
6th July 1861: Troops boarding the Great Eastern steamship in Liverpool on their way to reinforce Canadian garrisons. (Photo by HultonArchive/Illustrated London News/Getty Images)

General Compartment
6th June 1857: The construction of the general compartment of the Great Eastern steam ship at Millwall. Original Publication: From the Illustrated London News (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Ferry Station
12th March 1870: Illustrated London News - Proposed Channel Railway Ferry Station And Pier At Dover - pub. 1870 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Fen Flood
24th May 1862: An attempt to form a dam in the middle-level drain during the Great Flood in the Fens. Original Publication: Illustrated London News (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Rolling Saloon
25th September 1861: The grand saloon of the Great Eastern steam ship when the ship rolled during a gale. (Photo by Illustrated London News/Getty Images)

Dam Construction
Foundations and masonry in construction at the Asyut Barrage of the Aswan Dam. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Piazza San Marco
circa 1900: A regatta passes the crowds which have flocked into St Marks Square in Venice. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

The Hongs, Canton (oil on canvas)
402794 The Hongs, Canton (oil on canvas) by Daniell, Thomas (1749-1840); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Grand Canal, Venice, 1859 (pencil and w / c on paper)
417286 The Grand Canal, Venice, 1859 (pencil and w/c on paper) by Callow, William (1812-1908); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Garden; Le Jardin, c. 1913 (oil on canvas)
825719 The Garden; Le Jardin, c.1913 (oil on canvas) by Lebasque, Henri (1865-1937); 90x110.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Garden; Le Jardin. Henri Lebasque (1865-1937). Oil on canvas

A View of the Herengracht overlooking Binnenamstel and the Nieuwe Herengracht, Amsterdam
1765109 A View of the Herengracht overlooking Binnenamstel and the Nieuwe Herengracht, Amsterdam, 1776 (Verre eglomise) by Zeuner

A Fishmarket on the Beach, c. 1802-04 (oil on canvas)
1765066 A Fishmarket on the Beach, c.1802-04 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 44.5x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Fishmarket on the Beach)

A Sailors Delight (oil on canvas)
1764723 A Sailors Delight (oil on canvas) by Tenre, Charles Henry (1864-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sailors Delight. William Holbrook Beard (1823-1900)

Panoramic View of the City of Benares, 1827 (litho)
1196713 Panoramic View of the City of Benares, 1827 (litho) by Dalrymple, John (fl.1796-1844) (after); 24x3.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dalrymple)

The Kremlin, Moscow, (pencil, ink, w / c, pastel and gouache on paper)
1195774 The Kremlin, Moscow, (pencil, ink, w/c, pastel and gouache on paper) by Bourne, John Cooke (1814-96); 73.7x106 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; British, out of copyright

Message Found in a Bottle, 1918 (pencil, pen and black ink, on vellum)
1199587 Message Found in a Bottle, 1918 (pencil, pen and black ink, on vellum) by Clarke, Harry (1889-1931); 21x15.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Irish, out of copyright

View of Papeete, Tahiti, Overlooking the Harbour Towards Moorea
1199475 View of Papeete, Tahiti, Overlooking the Harbour Towards Moorea, mid 19th century (pencil) by French School, (19th century); 20.9x69.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French

Notre-Dame de Paris, 1900 (oil on canvas)
1768066 Notre-Dame de Paris, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Luce, Maximilien (1858-1941); 116x81.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Notre-Dame de Paris. Maximilien Luce (1858-1941). Oil on canvas

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"Journey through Time: Exploring Water Transport from the Endurance to the Great Eastern" Step aboard and embark on a captivating voyage through history as we delve into the world of water transport. Our first stop takes us back to Sir Ernest Shackleton's legendary vessel, SS Endurance. With its majestic bow leading the way, this exploratory ship braved treacherous waters in pursuit of discovery. Next, we find ourselves amidst the Battle of Trafalgar, captured on canvas for eternity. The clash of naval powers immortalized in oil showcases both the might and vulnerability that water transport entails. As we fast forward to 1939, a vibrant Southern Railway poster entices travelers towards Ramsgate. This color lithograph beckons with promises of seaside adventures and leisurely cruises along picturesque coastlines. Witnessing SS Endurance gracefully departing Millwall Docks reminds us of the intricate dance between land and sea that defines maritime travel. The vessel's departure symbolizes boundless possibilities awaiting those who dare to venture beyond familiar shores. Traveling further back in time, an aquatint print reveals a viaduct spanning across Sankey Valley in 1831. Its partly hand-colored details bring forth a sense of awe at mankind's engineering prowess when conquering natural obstacles for efficient transportation routes. The mention of Colossus Of Rhodes evokes images of ancient marvels standing tall against azure skies - a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with grandiose vessels throughout history. A twin steam-ship emerges from our narrative as another remarkable feat achieved by water transport enthusiasts. This technological advancement represents progress and innovation within maritime industries. Shifting our focus to cartography, a colorful lithograph map showcases South Africa's vastness in 1931. It highlights how waterways played an integral role in connecting diverse regions while facilitating trade and exploration across this magnificent continent. San Samuele captures Venice's timeless allure through a watercolor painting.