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Herring Collection (#16)

"Herring: A Tale of the Sea and Tradition" From the bustling Scotch Fishwives at work in Eyemouth to the Herring Drifters off the Fishing Grounds in Lowestoft, Suffolk

Background imageHerring Collection: Silks and Satins of the Turf Signed and dated, lower left: Ben Herring | 1865'

Silks and Satins of the Turf Signed and dated, lower left: Ben Herring | 1865"
Silks and Satins of the Turf Signed and dated, lower left: " Ben Herring | 1865", Benjamin Herring, 1830-1871, British

Background imageHerring Collection: Exercising the Royal Horses Signed and dated, lower right: JF Herring [?Ser?]

Exercising the Royal Horses Signed and dated, lower right: JF Herring [?Ser?]
Exercising the Royal Horses Signed and dated, lower right: " JF Herring [?Ser?] | 1847-55", John Frederick Herring, 1795-1865, British

Background imageHerring Collection: Margrave with James Robinson Up Inscribed, lower right: Margrave Signed

Margrave with James Robinson Up Inscribed, lower right: Margrave Signed
Margrave with James Robinson Up Inscribed, lower right: " Margrave" Signed and dated, lower left: " J. F. Herring | 1833", John Frederick Herring, 1795-1865, British

Background imageHerring Collection: Memnon, with William Scott Up Memnon with William Scott Up on Doncaster Racecourse

Memnon, with William Scott Up Memnon with William Scott Up on Doncaster Racecourse Memnon with W. Scott up, on Doncaster Racecourse Inscribed in red paint

Background imageHerring Collection: Herring gulls (Larus argentatus), fighting over fish, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany, Europe

Herring gulls (Larus argentatus), fighting over fish, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany, Europe

Background imageHerring Collection: European herring gull (Larus argentatus) perched on a tree trunk

European herring gull (Larus argentatus) perched on a tree trunk

Background imageHerring Collection: Herring Harvest

Herring Harvest
1907: The herring harvest in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Background imageHerring Collection: HERRING FISHING, 1555. Landing herring in Scandianvian waters

HERRING FISHING, 1555. Landing herring in Scandianvian waters. Woodcut from Olaus Magnus Historia de Gentibus Septentrionalibus, 1555

Background imageHerring Collection: HOMER: HERRING NET, 1885. Oil on canvas, Winslow Homer, 1885

HOMER: HERRING NET, 1885. Oil on canvas, Winslow Homer, 1885

Background imageHerring Collection: HERRING FISHING, 1555. Landing herring in Scandianvian waters

HERRING FISHING, 1555. Landing herring in Scandianvian waters. Woodcut from Olaus Magnus Historia de Gentibus Septentrionalibus, 1555

Background imageHerring Collection: Herring Trawler

Herring Trawler
1929: Fishermen unloading a herring trawler at Yarmouth quay. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 11067615

Picture No. 11067615
Herring Gull chick hatching. Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 11067416

Picture No. 11067416
Herring Gull at nest on harbour wall. Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Scotland. Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk - Landing Herring at the harbour

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk - Landing Herring at the harbour Date: circa 1907

Background imageHerring Collection: Whitby, North Yorkshire - The Herring Fleet Unlading

Whitby, North Yorkshire - The Herring Fleet Unlading. Date: circa 1908

Background imageHerring Collection: France - Departure of the Herring Fleet - Boulogne-sur-mer

France - Departure of the Herring Fleet - Boulogne-sur-mer. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageHerring Collection: Landing Herring at Minehead, Somerset (and the fleet)

Landing Herring at Minehead, Somerset (and the fleet)
Landing Herring at Minehead, Somerset (and the fleet setting out in the inset image). Date: 1904

Background imageHerring Collection: Yarmouth Fishery, Norfolk - Pickling Herring

Yarmouth Fishery, Norfolk - Pickling Herring. Date: 1906

Background imageHerring Collection: Ducks by a Stream, by John Frederick Herring Jr

Ducks by a Stream, by John Frederick Herring Jr. (1820-1907)

Background imageHerring Collection: 05

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Reef Silverside, Allanetta harringtonensis

Background imageHerring Collection: Europe, Netherlands, Overijssel, Kampen, old herring fishing fleet

Europe, Netherlands, Overijssel, Kampen, old herring fishing fleet
Netherlands, Overijssel, Kampen, old herring fishing fleet

Background imageHerring Collection: Enkhuizen, Europe, Netherlands, North Holland, West-Frisia, Zuider Zee Museum, 1950 s

Enkhuizen, Europe, Netherlands, North Holland, West-Frisia, Zuider Zee Museum, 1950 s
Enkhuizen, Netherlands, North Holland, West-Frisia, Zuider Zee Museum, 1950s stlye herring boat

Background imageHerring Collection: Herring Weir, Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada

Herring Weir, Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada

Background imageHerring Collection: Herring Weir and Swallow Tail Lighthouse, Grand Manan Island, New Brunswick, Canada

Herring Weir and Swallow Tail Lighthouse, Grand Manan Island, New Brunswick, Canada

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10887346

Picture No. 10887346
Herring Gull - immature bird in flight scavenging in harbour waters (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10890632

Picture No. 10890632
Herring Gull - in flight (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10887345

Picture No. 10887345
Herring Gull - in winter plumage perched on mooring pin in harbour (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10887350

Picture No. 10887350
Herring Gull - bird in winter plumage flying over harbour waters (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10887353

Picture No. 10887353
Herring Gull - flock in various stages of winter plumage - on harbour waters (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10850642

Picture No. 10850642
FISHING - Seining a Herring weir Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10740297

Picture No. 10740297
Herring Gull - second winter bird - on ice (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10886136

Picture No. 10886136
Herring Gull - flying over stormy sea (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10884088

Picture No. 10884088
Herring gull - on nest - bill open (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10884004

Picture No. 10884004
Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10883201

Picture No. 10883201
Herring Gull fighting over fish (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10854187

Picture No. 10854187
Herring GULL - young, on wall in village (Mousehole Cornwall UK) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10792231

Picture No. 10792231
Herring Gull - flock in flight over sand dunes (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10792185

Picture No. 10792185
Herring Gull - flock in flight along the coast (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10792186

Picture No. 10792186
Herring Gull - flock in flight (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10782456

Picture No. 10782456
Herring Gulls - in flight above water - being fed bread (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10767748

Picture No. 10767748
School of FISH - Snorkeller in shallow water surrounded by school of fry Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10894430

Picture No. 10894430
Herring Gull - in flower meadow (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10901298

Picture No. 10901298
Herring Gull - First Winter Bird (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10901175

Picture No. 10901175
Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10901174

Picture No. 10901174
Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10883256

Picture No. 10883256
Herring Gull - In flight over sea (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10883203

Picture No. 10883203
Herring Gull chasing another with food (Larus argentatus) Date:

Background imageHerring Collection: Picture No. 10878279

Picture No. 10878279
Red-tailed Hawk - adult bird eating a Herring Gull (Buteo jamaicensis) Date:




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"Herring: A Tale of the Sea and Tradition" From the bustling Scotch Fishwives at work in Eyemouth to the Herring Drifters off the Fishing Grounds in Lowestoft, Suffolk, it has long been intertwined with coastal communities. The sight Boats landing their catch in Whitby, North Yorkshire, is a testament to the hard work and dedication of fishermen. In 1875, Wick harbour was alive with activity during the herring season as boats came and went, bringing prosperity to the town. The image of Charlie Mann, Coxswain of the Aldeburgh lifeboat proudly displaying his haul of herrings showcases both bravery and sustenance. John Grierson's iconic film "Drifters" captured not only the physical labor but also the spirit of those who relied on herring for their livelihoods. Meanwhile, across Europe in Bruges' Fish Market, smoked herring tantalized taste buds with its rich flavor. Amidst this maritime world lies an unexpected scene - an old farmer with his loyal dog amidst an orchard. It serves as a reminder that even inland communities were connected to this sea-faring trade through their love for herring. The curing process was an art mastered by Scotch lassies at Douglas on Isle of Man. Their skillful hands transformed fresh fish into delectable kippers that would delight palates near and far. Wick Harbour continued to be a hub for fishing activities throughout history; it witnessed countless seasons come and go while providing sustenance for many families along its shores. Nature too had its role to play as mixed flocks of winter gulls gathered at Walberswick Suffolk - Black Headed Gulls mingling with Herring Gulls alongside Common Gulls plus two Mallard Ducks added charm to this picturesque scene. However, not all stories are filled with joyous moments.