H Ms Collection

Portrait of George Farmer (1732-79) Captain of HMS Quebec
STC101295 Portrait of George Farmer (1732-79) Captain of HMS Quebec, engraved by John Murphy, pub. by John Boydell (1719-1804) 1780 (engraving) by Grignion

The Death of Admiral Lord Nelson at the Moment of Victory
NCO189784 The Death of Admiral Lord Nelson at the Moment of Victory! published by Hannah Humphrey in 1805 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Figurehead of the HMS Victory (b / w photo)
DGC308190 Figurehead of the HMS Victory (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; English, out of copyright

HMS Broke ramming the German Destroyer, illustration from The Naval Front
STC309843 HMS Broke ramming the German Destroyer, illustration from The Naval Front by Gordon S. Maxwell, 1920 (litho) by Maxwell

The Quarter Deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth, from British Artists at the Front
STC255940 The Quarter Deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth, from British Artists at the Front, Continuation of The Western Front, 1918 (colour litho) by Lavery

The death of Lieutenant C. M. Luckraft, 1882 (pearl shell)
MGS373704 The death of Lieutenant C. M. Luckraft, 1882 (pearl shell) by English School, (19th century); diam: 23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Inscribed In memory of C. M)

Action off the coast of France, 13th May 1779
CF71807 Action off the coast of France, 13th May 1779 by Luny, Thomas (1759-1837); 110.4x157 cm; Coram in the care of the Foundling Museum

HMS Badger ramming a German submarine, illustration from Told in the Huts
STC308711 HMS Badger ramming a German submarine, illustration from Told in the Huts: The YMCA Gift Book, published 1916 (colour litho) by Cuneo

R. N. D. Crystal Palace, the Spot Known as The Quarter-Deck
STC255966 R.N.D. Crystal Palace, the Spot Known as The Quarter-Deck, from British Artists at the Front, Continuation of The Western Front, 1918 (colour litho) by Lavery

Victory leaving Portsmouth (oil on canvas)
OJ451927 Victory leaving Portsmouth (oil on canvas) by Elliott, Captain William (fl.1794-d.1792); Private Collection; (add.info.: H.M.S)

The Engagement between the Quebec and the Surveillante (copy
BAL4916 The Engagement between the " Quebec" and the " Surveillante" (copy of 1789) by Rossel De Cercy, Auguste (1736-1804) (after); Musee de la Marine, Paris

Lieutenant W. H. May, H. M. S. Alert, published in The Illustrated London News
XJF444399 Lieutenant W. H. May, H.M.S. Alert, published in The Illustrated London News, June 5 1875 (engraving) by English School

The North Pole Expedition: The Alert hoisting colours in honour of having attained
XJF324363 The North Pole Expedition: The Alert hoisting colours in honour of having attained the highest latitude of any ship on record, from The Illustrated London News

Pandora nipped in the ice, Melville Bay 24th July, from The Illustrated
XJF324362 Pandora nipped in the ice, Melville Bay 24th July, from The Illustrated London News, 1876 (engraving) by English School

The North Pole Expedition: Discovery Bay, from The Illustrated London News
XJF324366 The North Pole Expedition: Discovery Bay, from The Illustrated London News, 1876 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The cruise of the Pandora: Arrival off Cape Isabella, from The Illustrated London News
XJF324365 The cruise of the Pandora: Arrival off Cape Isabella, from The Illustrated London News, 1876 (engraving) by English School

The cruise of the Pandora: Cairn erected by Captain Nares at Cape Isabella
XJF324364 The cruise of the Pandora: Cairn erected by Captain Nares at Cape Isabella, from The Illustrated London News, 1876 (engraving) by English School

The North Pole Expedition: The Alert nipped by the ice against the shore off Cape Beechy
XJF324361 The North Pole Expedition: The Alert nipped by the ice against the shore off Cape Beechy, from The Illustrated London News, 1876 (engraving) by English School

The Vulture landing dispatches at Dantzig, engraved by Arthur Willmore (1814-88)
KW271329 The Vulture landing dispatches at Dantzig, engraved by Arthur Willmore (1814-88) (engraving) by Carmichael, John Wilson (1800-68) (after); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; British

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"HMS: A Chronicle of Heroism and Tragedy on the High Seas" Step into the captivating world of HMS, where tales of bravery and heartbreak unfold. From the portrait of George Farmer, a valiant captain aboard HMS Quebec, to the poignant scene depicting The Death of Admiral Lord Nelson at the Moment of Victory, these glimpses into history transport us to a time when naval warfare shaped nations. The Figurehead of HMS Victory stands as a silent witness to countless battles fought by this legendary ship. In black and white, its weathered features evoke both strength and vulnerability—a reminder that even mighty vessels are subject to the whims of fate. HMS Broke's daring ramming maneuver against a German destroyer showcases the audacity and resourcefulness exhibited by naval forces during World War I. This illustration from The Naval Front captures an intense moment in maritime combat that forever changed naval tactics. Onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth's Quarter Deck, British artists captured scenes from their wartime experiences. Their brushstrokes immortalize moments filled with camaraderie amidst conflict—an artistic testament to resilience in times of war. Nature's fury is unleashed upon H. M Sloop Phoenix as it is driven ashore by a Hong Kong Typhoon. This tragic event serves as a stark reminder that even seasoned sailors are no match for Mother Nature's wrath. In 1882, Lieutenant C. M Luckraft met his untimely demise while diving for pearl shells—an eerie reminder that danger lurks beneath calm waters too. His death serves as a somber tribute to those who risk their lives in pursuit of exploration and commerce. Action off the coast of France on May 13th, 1779—this historic engagement epitomizes courage under fire. As cannons roared across tumultuous seas, brave men fought relentlessly for victory or death—a testament to unwavering patriotism etched into our collective memory.