Hms Resolution Collection

COOK: HMS RESOLUTION. Commanded by Captain James Cook on his second and third voyages of discovery. Watercolor by Midshipman Henry Roberts, a member of the ships company

Hawaiian natives rowing a twin prowed canoe
3480326 Hawaiian natives rowing a twin prowed canoe; (add.info.: Hawaiian natives rowing a twin prowed canoe; By John Webber (1751 - 1793)

Sandwich Island woman in ceremonial attire
3480332 Sandwich Island woman in ceremonial attire; (add.info.: Sandwich Island woman in ceremonial attire; By John Webber (1751 - 1793)

Hawaiian native dancers in ceremonial feathered attire
3480330 Hawaiian native dancers in ceremonial feathered attire; (add.info.: Hawaiian native dancers in ceremonial feathered attire; By John Webber (1751 - 1793)

Hawaiian native chief in ceremonial attire
3480329 Hawaiian native chief in ceremonial attire; (add.info.: Hawaiian native chief in ceremonial attire; By John Webber (1751 - 1793)

Hawaiian native in ceremonial masks
3480331 Hawaiian native in ceremonial masks; (add.info.: Hawaiian native in ceremonial masks; By John Webber (1751 - 1793)

Hawaiian native in ceremonial feathered attire
3480327 Hawaiian native in ceremonial feathered attire; (add.info.: Hawaiian native in ceremonial feathered attire; By John Webber (1751 - 1793)

Page 28 Ice islands with the Resolution and Adventure, 1768-75 (w / c)
5670292 Page 28 Ice islands with the Resolution and Adventure, 1768-75 (w/c) by Hodges, William (1744-97); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Original Sketches, Drawings)

The Naval Manoeuvres, the Decisive Battle off the Lizard (litho)
1037272 The Naval Manoeuvres, the Decisive Battle off the Lizard (litho) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres, the Decisive Battle off the Lizard)

How Captain Cook was welcomed in Tasmania (gravure)
979536 How Captain Cook was welcomed in Tasmania (gravure) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: How Captain Cook was welcomed in Tasmania, 1777)

The Empires Safeguard, Some Recent Additions to the British Navy (litho)
1062954 The Empires Safeguard, Some Recent Additions to the British Navy (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Empires Safeguard)

Inspection of the Italian Squadron at Spithead by the Prince of Wales on 13 July
1100043 Inspection of the Italian Squadron at Spithead by the Prince of Wales on 13 July, Evolution of the Torpedo Flotilla (litho) by English School

Page 12 Table Mountain, Capetown, 1768-75 (w / c)
5670262 Page 12 Table Mountain, Capetown, 1768-75 (w/c) by Hodges, William (1744-97); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Original Sketches, Drawings)

F. 42 Summer and Winter Habitations in Kamschatka, c. 1783-84 (w / c)
5671445 F.42 Summer and Winter Habitations in Kamschatka, c.1783-84 (w/c) by Webber, John (1750-93); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Vol)

F. 41 A View of the Town and Harbour of St. Peter and St. Paul in Kamtschatka, c
5671442 F.41 A View of the Town and Harbour of St. Peter and St. Paul in Kamtschatka, c.1783-84 (w/c) by Webber, John (1750-93); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Vol)

27: A Woman of Prince Williams Sound, from a series of watercolours illustrating
3709215 27: A Woman of Prince Williams Sound, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cooks last voyage, c.1773-84 (w/c on paper) by Webber, John (1750-93); Dixson Galleries

45: View of a Tomb, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cook
3709225 45: View of a Tomb, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cooks last voyage, c.1773-84 (w/c on paper) by Webber, John (1750-93); Dixson Galleries

16: A View of Huaheine, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cook
3709224 16: A View of Huaheine, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cooks last voyage, c.1773-84 (w/c on paper) by Webber, John (1750-93); Dixson Galleries

Page 34 The Resolution, 1768-75 (w / c)
5670299 Page 34 The Resolution, 1768-75 (w/c) by Roberts, Henry (1756-96); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Original Sketches, Drawings)

Page 26 The Resolution and Adventure, 4 Jan, 1773, taking in ice for water, lat. 61. S
5670281 Page 26 The Resolution and Adventure, 4 Jan, 1773, taking in ice for water, lat. 61.S. 1768-75 (w/c) by Hodges, William (1744-97); Mitchell Library

The Visit of the King and Queen of Italy to Sardinia, the Naval Review in Aranci Bay (litho)
1051818 The Visit of the King and Queen of Italy to Sardinia, the Naval Review in Aranci Bay (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page 11 Table Mountain, Cape Town, 1768-75 (w / c)
5670261 Page 11 Table Mountain, Cape Town, 1768-75 (w/c) by Hodges, William (1744-97); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Original Sketches, Drawings)

5: A Night Dance by Men, in Hapaee, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain
3709222 5: A Night Dance by Men, in Hapaee, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cooks last voyage, c.1773-84 (w/c on paper) by Webber, John (1750-93); Dixson Galleries

30: Canoes of Oonalashka, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cook
3709216 30: Canoes of Oonalashka, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cooks last voyage, c.1773-84 (w/c on paper) by Webber, John (1750-93); Dixson Galleries

The Naval Manoeuvres, the Battle of the Casquets, "X"Battle-Ships relieving the Blockade of the Channel
1629030 The Naval Manoeuvres, the Battle of the Casquets, " X" Battle-Ships relieving the Blockade of the Channel Islands (litho) by Jane, Fred T

7: Poulaho, King of the Friendly Islands, drinking Kava
3709223 7: Poulaho, King of the Friendly Islands, drinking Kava, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cooks last voyage, c.1773-84 (w/c on paper) by Webber

Captain Cooks ships HMS Resolution and Adventure in the Long Reach
3709221 Captain Cooks ships HMS Resolution and Adventure in the Long Reach, 1772 (oil on canvas) by Holman, Francis (fl.1774-84); 86.8x147.2 cm; Dixson Galleries

35: Tereoboo, King of Owyhee, bringing presents to Captain Cook
3709217 35: Tereoboo, King of Owyhee, bringing presents to Captain Cook, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cooks last voyage, c.1773-84 (w/c on paper) by Webber

19: An Inland View, on Atooi, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cook
3709214 19: An Inland View, on Atooi, from a series of watercolours illustrating Captain Cooks last voyage, c.1773-84 (w/c on paper) by Webber, John (1750-93); Dixson Galleries

Royal Navy fleet under Italian bombing attack in the Mediterranean. July 1940

Arrival of the Resolution and Discovery on the east coast of Kamchatka, 1779. Artist: Eckstein
Arrival of the Resolution and Discovery on the east coast of Kamchatka, 1779. From a private collection

At drill with a 6 inch quick firing gun on board the battleship HMS Resolution, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
At drill with a 6 inch quick firing gun on board the battleship HMS Resolution, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 15th May 1896

The battleship HMS Resolution, Portsmouth, Hampshire, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
The battleship HMS Resolution, Portsmouth, Hampshire, 1896. Just astern is her sister ship Royal Sovereign. The battleships of the Royal Sovereign class were the largest warships in the world when

COOK: TAHITI, 1773. Matavai Bay and Point Venus, Tahiti, c1773. Oil by William Hodges

COOK: TABLE BAY, 1772. Cooks Second Voyage: Table Bay, South Africa, November 1772. Oil by William Hodges

COOK: TAHITIANS, 1773. Tahitians visiting Captain James Cook on the deck of the Resolution during Cooks second voyage. Colored English engraving, 1782

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"HMS Resolution: Captain Cook's Voyage of Discovery" Step aboard the HMS Resolution, a legendary vessel commanded by the renowned explorer Captain James Cook on his second and third voyages of discovery. This watercolor painting by Midshipman Henry Roberts, a member of the ship's company, captures the essence of this historic expedition. Page 28 showcases ice islands with the majestic presence of both the Resolution and Adventure ships from 1768 to 1775. The lithograph titled "The Naval Manoeuvres" depicts a decisive battle off the Lizard, showcasing the strategic prowess of Captain Cook and his crew. One gravure portrays how Captain Cook was warmly welcomed in Tasmania, highlighting his ability to forge connections with indigenous peoples during his explorations. Another lithograph titled "The Empire's Safeguard" showcases recent additions to the British Navy that played a crucial role in protecting their territories. An intriguing scene unfolds in another lithograph as Prince Wales inspects an Italian Squadron at Spithead while witnessing an evolution of torpedo flotillas. These technological advancements were instrumental in shaping naval warfare during that era. Page 12 reveals Table Mountain in Capetown between 1768-1775 through vibrant watercolors. Moving eastward, we encounter fascinating winter and summer habitations in Kamschatka depicted through delicate brushstrokes around 1783-84. Further exploration takes us to St. Peter and St. Paul Harbor in Kamtschatka captured beautifully on canvas—a testament to Captain Cook's meticulous documentation skills throughout his journeys. Delving into cultural encounters along these voyages, we discover striking watercolors illustrating women from Prince William Sound alongside captivating views of tombs and landscapes from Huaheine—an island visited by Captain Cook himself. HMS Resolution stands as a symbol not only for maritime exploration but also for cross-cultural exchange and scientific advancement during one of history's most significant periods of discovery.