Kingstown Harbour Collection

The Queen in Dublin, the Illumination of the Ships of the Channel Fleet in Kingstown Harbour (litho)
1048417 The Queen in Dublin, the Illumination of the Ships of the Channel Fleet in Kingstown Harbour (litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert with their four eldest children
5307625 Queen Victoria and Prince Albert with their four eldest children.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and Prince Albert (1819-1861) with their four eldest children

The Running Down of the Brigantine "Virtue" by the "Resolute" Transport, in Kingstown Harbour, 1856. It appears that the transport screw-steam-ship Resolute...arrived in Kingstown

The Royal Visit to Ireland, the Landing in Kingstown Harbour (engraving)
1044945 The Royal Visit to Ireland, the Landing in Kingstown Harbour (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Visit to Ireland)

The Queen in Dublin, a Pretty Welcome by the Fleet in Kingstown Harbour (litho)
1048420 The Queen in Dublin, a Pretty Welcome by the Fleet in Kingstown Harbour (litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queen in Dublin)

The Arrival of the Royal Yacht in Kingstown Harbour (litho)
1048406 The Arrival of the Royal Yacht in Kingstown Harbour (litho) by Craig, Frank (1874-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Arrival of the Royal Yacht in Kingstown Harbour)

Wrecks in Kingstown Harbour (engraving)
2773502 Wrecks in Kingstown Harbour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wrecks in Kingstown Harbour)

Boats Crew of Her Majestys Ship "Ajax"recovering the Bodies of their Messmates in Kingstown Harbour
2773344 Boats Crew of Her Majestys Ship " Ajax" recovering the Bodies of their Messmates in Kingstown Harbour (engraving) by English School

Back to Erin once more, the Queen about to land at Kingstown Harbour (litho)
1599508 Back to Erin once more, the Queen about to land at Kingstown Harbour (litho) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Back to Erin once more)

The Queens Visit to Ireland, Her Majestys Arrival at Kingstown (litho)
1599469 The Queens Visit to Ireland, Her Majestys Arrival at Kingstown (litho) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to Ireland)

Inspection of Revenue Cruisers, in Kingstown Harbour, Dublin (engraving)
1625069 Inspection of Revenue Cruisers, in Kingstown Harbour, Dublin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inspection of Revenue Cruisers)

Scene of the Wreck of the Brig Neptune, Kingstown Harbour (engraving)
2773501 Scene of the Wreck of the Brig Neptune, Kingstown Harbour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene of the Wreck of the Brig Neptune)

Visit of Their Royal Highnesses Princes Albert Victor and George of Wales to Dublin (engraving)
1045954 Visit of Their Royal Highnesses Princes Albert Victor and George of Wales to Dublin (engraving) by English School

Kingstown Harbour, Co Dublin (colour photo)
5225177 Kingstown Harbour, Co Dublin (colour photo) by Irish Photographer (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kingstown Harbour, Co Dublin)

Dublin Bay and Kingstown Harbour (colour litho)
6004750 Dublin Bay and Kingstown Harbour (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dublin Bay and Kingstown Harbour)

The Running down of the Brigantine "Virtue"by the "Resolute"Transport
1608671 The Running down of the Brigantine " Virtue" by the " Resolute" Transport, in Kingstown Harbour (engraving) by English School

War-Steamers in Kingstown Harbour (engraving)
1617604 War-Steamers in Kingstown Harbour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: War-Steamers in Kingstown Harbour)

The Prince and Princess of Wales in Ireland (engraving)
1591203 The Prince and Princess of Wales in Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince and Princess of Wales in Ireland)

The Prince of Wales in Ireland (engraving)
1619604 The Prince of Wales in Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales in Ireland)

The Burning of the Steamship "Solway"(engraving)
1054743 The Burning of the Steamship " Solway" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of the Steamship " Solway")

Her Majestys Visit to Ireland (engraving)
1096376 Her Majestys Visit to Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her Majestys Visit to Ireland)

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"Kingstown Harbour: A Tapestry of Royal Visits, Welcome and Tragedy" Step back in time to witness the grandeur and significance of Kingstown Harbour. This historic port has been a witness to countless remarkable events throughout its existence. From royal visits to tragic wrecks, this harbour holds stories that have shaped Ireland's history. One such momentous occasion was "The Royal Visit to Ireland. " Engraved for eternity, it depicts the majestic landing in Kingstown Harbour. The Queen's arrival in Dublin was met with a pretty welcome by the fleet stationed at the harbour, as captured in an exquisite lithograph. Not all tales were filled with joyous celebration; tragedy struck within these waters too. In haunting engravings titled "Wrecks in Kingstown Harbour" and "Boats Crew of Her Majesty's Ship 'Ajax' recovering the Bodies of their Messmates, " we glimpse into the heart-wrenching aftermaths that unfolded amidst these shores. However, not all memories are marred by sorrow. Lithographs like "Back to Erin once more" portray moments brimming with anticipation as Queen Victoria prepared to land at Kingstown Harbour during her visit to Ireland. Similarly, another lithograph titled "Her Majesty's Arrival at Kingstown" captures the excitement surrounding her visit. Beyond royal affairs, this bustling harbour played host to various other significant events. An engraving showcasing an inspection of revenue cruisers highlights its importance as a hub for trade and commerce. Meanwhile, scenes like "Scene of Wreck of Brig Neptune" remind us that danger lurked even amid serene waters. Even members of royalty couldn't resist exploring Dublin's charms through excursions like "Visit of Their Royal Highnesses Princes Albert Victor and George of Wales. " These engravings transport us back in time when Dublin came alive with regal presence. As night fell upon Kingstown Harbour, it transformed into a mesmerizing spectacle.