Cabin Boy Collection

A sailor and cabin boy binding a large rope to the boat, 1850
3359935 A sailor and cabin boy binding a large rope to the boat, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a sailor and cabin boy binding a large rope to the boat)

A Cabin Boy with a sailor, 1850
3330844 A Cabin Boy with a sailor, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a Cabin Boy with a sailor. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A sailor and a cabin boy, 1850
3478523 A sailor and a cabin boy, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a sailor and a cabin boy have become marooned on a deserted island after being shipwrecked)

A Cabin Boy reading to sailors, 1850
3330854 A Cabin Boy reading to sailors, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Cabin Boy reading to sailors. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A captain with a cabin boy, 1850
3330818 A captain with a cabin boy, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Captain with cabin boy. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A Cabin Boy, 1850
3330841 A Cabin Boy, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a Cabin Boy by John Pinwell (1842-1875). Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Cabin boy Ah-Fook on board the SS Knivsberg 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
Cabin boy Ah-Fook on board the Knivsberg, 1898. Portrait of a Chinese crew member from Canton on the German ship SS Knivsberg, travelling through the Gulf of Siam. Ah-Fook aus Canton, Cabin boy

Ernest Shackleton with James Marr and Norman Mooney, 1921, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Ernest Shackleton with James Marr and Norman Mooney, 1921, (1935). British explorer Shackleton (1874-1922) with boy scouts Marr and Mooney, specially chosen to accompany the expedition

No. 1: Cabin Boy, February 15, 1799. Creator: Henri Merke
No. 1: Cabin Boy, February 15, 1799

Bob, the Cabin Boy (engraving)
6008166 Bob, the Cabin Boy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bob, the Cabin Boy)

The Cabin Boy (engraving)
1627417 The Cabin Boy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cabin Boy. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 September 1893)

The Fighting Temeraire, illustration from Drake
3283547 The Fighting Temeraire, illustration from Drakes Drum and Other Songs of the Sea by Henry Newbolt (1862-1938) pub

Watson and the Shark, 1778. Creator: John Singleton Copley
Watson and the Shark, 1778

The Cabin Boy Tows the Boat, 1861. Creator: Charles Francois Daubigny
The Cabin Boy Tows the Boat, 1861

The Fighting Temeraire, illustration from Drakes Drum and Other Songs of the Sea, 1905
The Fighting Temeraire - For we re all in love with fighting On the Fighting Temeraire. Illustration from Drakes Drum and Other Songs of the Sea by Henry Newbolt (1862-1938) pub. 1905 (colour litho)

The ships boy, 1887. Artist: Guiard, Adolfo (1860-1916)
The ships boy, 1887. Found in the collection of the Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao

Cabin Boy, 1799. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Cabin Boy, 1799. From the collection of the National Maritime Museum, London

The Cabin Boy, 1891. Artist: M Brun
The Cabin Boy, 1891. A print from a supplement to the Le Petit Journal, 15th August 1891

Boat Trip Rejoicing Fish Departure Cabin Boy
The Boat Trip: Rejoicing of the Fish at the Departure of the Cabin Boy (The Fish), 1861. Charles Francois Daubigny (French, 1817-1878)

Fish Rejoice Departure Cabin Boy 1861 Etching
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"Cabin Boy: Tales of Adventure and Resilience through the Ages" Step aboard the SS Knivsberg in 1898 and meet Cabin Boy Ah-Fook, a young sailor with dreams as vast as the ocean itself. Created by Christian Wilhelm Allers, this captivating illustration captures the spirit of a determined youth navigating uncharted waters. Fast forward to 1921, where Ernest Shackleton stands alongside James Marr and Norman Mooney. In this mysterious photograph taken by an unknown artist, we catch a glimpse of their shared experiences as cabin boys turned explorers, braving treacherous conditions in pursuit of greatness. Henri Merke's creation from February 15th, 1799 introduces us to No. 1: Cabin Boy - a figure shrouded in mystery yet possessing an undeniable aura of adventure. With his gaze fixed on distant horizons, he embodies the courage required to face the unknown. Bob, The Cabin Boy engraving transports us into a world filled with maritime legends and folklore. This timeless image ignites our imagination as we envision Bob's escapades amidst towering waves and mythical creatures lurking beneath. In another enchanting engraving titled "The Cabin Boy, " we witness an evocative portrayal that encapsulates both vulnerability and resilience within its delicate strokes. It reminds us that even those who serve behind closed doors can harbor extraordinary stories waiting to be unveiled. "The Fighting Temeraire" illustration from Drake's Drum takes us back to an era when cabin boys played pivotal roles in naval battles – unsung heroes whose bravery shaped history itself. This artwork serves as a tribute to their unwavering dedication amidst chaos and conflict. John Singleton Copley's masterpiece "Watson and the Shark" transports us into turbulent waters where survival hinges upon sheer determination. Amidst this harrowing scene lies a cabin boy grappling with fear while summoning every ounce of strength within him – reminding us that heroism can be found in the unlikeliest of places.