Fishing Industry Collection (page 3)

The Fishing Fleet Going Out. Study from North Norway. Creator: Anna Katarina Boberg
The Fishing Fleet Going Out. Study from North Norway, Unknown date

Svolvaer Harbour at the Height of the Fishing Season.Study from Lofoten, 1934. Creator: Anna Katarina Boberg
Svolvaer Harbour at the Height of the Fishing Season.Study from Lofoten, 1934

Svolvaer Harbour at the Height of the Fishing Season.Study from Lofoten, 1934. Creator: Anna Katarina Boberg
Svolvaer Harbour at the Height of the Fishing Season.Study from Lofoten, 1934

Aben Fishwife (Mrs. Flucker Of Newhaven, Shucking Oysters), Printed 1845. Creator: Hill & Adamson. Aben Fishwife (Mrs)
Aben Fishwife (Mrs. Flucker Of Newhaven, Shucking Oysters), Printed 1845

Newhaven Fisherman, c.1844. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Newhaven Fisherman, c.1844

Port of Marseille, 1900-1950. Artist: Frank Will
Port of Marseille, 1900-1950

The town of Bathurst, New Brunswick - from a photograph by E. J. Russell, of Bathurst, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The town of Bathurst, New Brunswick - from a photograph by E. J. Russell, of Bathurst, 1860. The town is situated on the south side of the Bay Chaleur

Bluff-bowed Fishing Boat on the Beach, c.1880-c.1906. Creator: Johannes Barnardus Antonius Maria Westerwoudt
Bluff-bowed Fishing Boat on the Beach, c.1880-c.1906

The shellfisherman, 1904. Creator: Jan Toorop
The shellfisherman, 1904

Beach, evening, 1890. Creator: Jacob Henricus Maris
Beach, evening, 1890

Shellfishing, 1885. Creator: Jacob Henricus Maris
Shellfishing, 1885

Bluff-Bowed Scheveningen Boats at Anchor, 1860-1889. Creator: Hendrik Willem Mesdag
Bluff-Bowed Scheveningen Boats at Anchor, 1860-1889

Mending The Nets, 1890. Creator: Frank Meadow Sutcliffe
Mending The Nets, 1890

Among the Fishing Boats in Svolvaer. Study from Lofoten, 1934. Creator: Anna Katarina Boberg
Among the Fishing Boats in Svolvaer. Study from Lofoten, 1934

A Quiet Evening. Study from North Norway, c1900s. Creator: Anna Katarina Boberg
A Quiet Evening. Study from North Norway, c1900s

Fog Rising from the Sea. Study from Lofoten, 1907. Creator: Anna Katarina Boberg
Fog Rising from the Sea. Study from Lofoten, 1907

A Fishing Harbour. Study from North Norway, c1900s, Creator: Anna Katarina Boberg
A Fishing Harbour. Study from North Norway, c1900s

View off the coast with ships and boats on the water in moonlight, 1753-1797. In the foreground two fishermen. In the background a mill on the left

Coral fishermen off the coast of Sicily at Terranova, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
Coral fishermen off the coast of Sicily at Terranova, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta

Coral fishermen at the city of Scilla, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
Coral fishermen at the city of Scilla, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta

Whaling, 1742-1801. Creator: Anon
Whaling, 1742-1801. Il Baleno e remigato alla nave'. Rowing boats drive the whales towards the ship

Sign, both sides painted with Herring Boats, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
Sign, both sides painted with Herring Boats, 1700-1799

The Dutch Herring Fleet, 1670-1700. Creator: Pieter Vogelaer
The Dutch Herring Fleet, 1670-1700

View of a harbour with rocks, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of a harbour with rocks, 1700-1799. Fishermen are at work in the foreground. Ships sail on the water in the background

Fishing boats on the beach of Katwijk at rising tide, 1882. Creator: Carel Nicolaas Storm
Fishing boats on the beach of Katwijk at rising tide, 1882

Fish flakes, Gloucester, Mass. c1905. Creator: Unknown
Fish flakes, Gloucester, Mass. c1905

Unloading oyster luggers, Baltimore, Md. (1905?). Creator: Unknown
Unloading oyster luggers, Baltimore, Md. (1905?)

Drying fish, Gloucester, Mass. c1906. Creator: Unknown
Drying fish, Gloucester, Mass. c1906

Point oyster houses, Biloxi, Miss. c1906. Creator: Unknown
Point oyster houses, Biloxi, Miss. c1906

Oyster dredging, between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Oyster dredging, between 1900 and 1910

Oyster dredging, between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Oyster dredging, between 1900 and 1910

Old Fish House, Kennebunk Port (i.e. Kennebunkport), Maine, between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
Old Fish House, Kennebunk Port (i.e. Kennebunkport), Maine, between 1900 and 1906

Drying fish, Gloucester, Mass. c1906. Creator: Unknown
Drying fish, Gloucester, Mass. c1906

Old fishing docks, Portland, Me. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Old fishing docks, Portland, Me. c.between 1910 and 1920

Miami, Fla. fish docks along the Miami, between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Miami, Fla. fish docks along the Miami, between 1900 and 1920

Hoover and Mason clam shell hoists, Cleveland, O[hio], between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
Hoover and Mason clam shell hoists, Cleveland, O[hio], between 1900 and 1906

Study for "Pêcheurs de la mer du Nord" (Study for "Fishermen of the North Sea"), c. 1893
Study for "Pecheurs de la mer du Nord" (Study for "Fishermen of the North Sea"), c. 1893

Caller Herrin, after James Clarke Hook, R.A. c1880-83. Creator: Otto Theodor Leyde
Caller Herrin, after James Clarke Hook, R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; The Distribution of Dried Fish on the Quay at St. Malo... 1891. Creator: Unknown
The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; The Distribution of Dried Fish on the Quay at St. Malo after the Fishing Season, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44

The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; Salting the Fish in the Hold of the Brig, 1891. Creator: Unknown
The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; Salting the Fish in the Hold of the Brig, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; The "Parks, " or Moveable Enclosures, on Board the Fishing... 1891
The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; The "Parks, " or Moveable Enclosures, on Board the Fishing Brig -- The "Decolleurs" at Work, 1891. From "The Graphic

The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; Fishing for Cod from a Doris or Flat-Bottomed Boat, 1891. Creator: Unknown
The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; Fishing for Cod from a Doris or Flat-Bottomed Boat, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; The Fishing-Fleet Leaving for the Banks, 1891. Creator: Unknown
The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; The Fishing-Fleet Leaving for the Banks, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Violet [Note?]...The Return of the Fishing Boats, c. 1885. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Violet [Note?]...The Return of the Fishing Boats, c. 1885

The Fisheries Question in NewFoundland, Demonstration against the French Fishing in British Waters Creator: Unknown
The Fisheries Question in NewFoundland, Demonstration against the French Fishing in British Waters, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

The American Fisheries Question; Dressing a Deck of Mackerel, 1890. Creator: Rev. W.S Green
The American Fisheries Question; Dressing a Deck of Mackerel, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

The American Fisheries Question; Cod Drying on Flakes at Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1890. Creator: Rev. W.S Green
The American Fisheries Question; Cod Drying on Flakes at Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

The American Fisheries Question; Fishing Schooner Icing Up in a Winter Gale, 1890. Creator: Captain Collins
The American Fisheries Question; Fishing Schooner Icing Up in a Winter Gale, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

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The fishing industry is a vibrant and diverse sector that spans across continents, providing livelihoods for countless communities. From the picturesque lobster pots stacked on the Strahan wharf in Tasmania's west coastline to the bustling harbor of Porthleven in Cornwall, England, this industry thrives on both small-scale operations and large-scale enterprises. An elevated view of the charming fishing village of Staithes in North Yorkshire, England showcases the idyllic beauty that surrounds these coastal communities. Meanwhile, Kirkwall harbor offers a glimpse into the rich maritime heritage that has shaped Scotland's fishing industry. Delving into history, Edward Donovan's handcolored copperplate engravings from his Natural History of British Fishes transport us back to London in 1802-1808 when scientific exploration was at its peak. The image captures a Greater weever or sting-bull fish (Trachinus major), highlighting the diversity found within our oceans. Transitioning to more contemporary scenes, we witness Brixham quays before their transformation with a new fish market. This snapshot reminds us of how infrastructure evolves alongside an ever-changing industry. Traveling further afield brings us to Weligama in Sri Lanka where stilt fishermen patiently wait for their catch at dusk. Their unique method reflects not only their skill but also their deep connection with nature and tradition. Exploring marine life reveals fascinating species such as sea stickleback (Gasterosteus spinachia) and Gasterosteus aculeatus aculeatus - showcasing nature's intricate designs beneath the waves. Venturing along Italy's Cinque Terre coastline villages evokes images of colorful houses perched precariously above crystal-clear waters – reminding us that fishing communities are often intertwined with tourism and cultural heritage. Billingsgate Porters stand as stalwarts within London's iconic Billinsgate Market – guardians of centuries-old traditions while adapting to modern demands. Their dedication ensures fresh seafood reaches the city's tables.