Longboat Collection

Viking longship carrying warriors

Near Bingley (oil on board)
3822454 Near Bingley (oil on board) by Stead, Frederick (1863-1940); 49.1x62 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; English, out of copyright

William Bligh and his companions, received hospitably by the Governor of Timor, 14 June 1789, 1802 (engraving)
535975 William Bligh and his companions, received hospitably by the Governor of Timor, 14 June 1789, 1802 (engraving); (add.info.: William Bligh (1754-1817) British naval officer, and his companions

William Bligh and his 18 companions cast adrift in the longboat by Fletcher Christian
533856 William Bligh and his 18 companions cast adrift in the longboat by Fletcher Christian and the Bounty mutineers on 28 April 1789 (engraving); (add.info)

The Kings of the Sea on an Expedition
XND76015 The Kings of the Sea on an Expedition by Sebille, Albert (1874-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: by Albert Sebille)

Viking longships under sail. Artist: Albert Sebille
Viking longships, known as Drakkars, under sail. The average length of a drakkar, which means dragon ship, was 28m

England, Kent, Ramsgate, Cliffsend, The Viking Longboat

Long boats crossing Irrawaddy River during rush hour, Yangon, Burma (Myanmar)

Viking ship, longboat, original artwork

Kutenai Woman, 1910 (b/w photo)
XJF441992 Kutenai Woman, 1910 (b/w photo) by Curtis, Edward Sheriff (1868-1952) ; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ktunaxa people of Montana;)

The Gokstad Longship (photo)
KND177104 The Gokstad Longship (photo) by Viking, (9th century); Viking Ship Museum, Oslo, Norway

Detail of the prow of the Gokstad Viking longship (wood)
KND176636 Detail of the prow of the Gokstad Viking longship (wood) by Viking, (9th century); Viking Ship Museum, Oslo, Norway

DDE-90025675
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam. UNESCO declared World Heritage area, Ha Long Bay is a serious of thousands of limestone rock formations sprouting from ocean waters. Date: 28/05/2005

DDE-90025540
Kho Phi Phi - Maya Bay, Thailand. Maya Bay, made famous by Alex Garland's The Beach Date: 28/05/2005

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Kho Phi Phi - Maya Bay, Thailand. Maya Bay, made famous by Alex Garland's The Beach Date: 28/05/2005

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Bangkok, Thailand. A sunset over a Bangkok river Date: 28/05/2005

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Thailand, Andaman Sea, Phuket. Maya Bay, Phi Phi Leh (AKA Phi Phi Island) longtail boat in front of typical karst rock formations. Date: 03/05/2007

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Mekong River, Laos. Traveling down the Mekong River on a longboat. An overnight stopover in Pakbeng is usual. Date: 19/02/2005

DDE-90025175
Luang Prabang, Laos. Luang Prabang is a stunning city situated along the Mekong River. Travel is most commonly made by long boat. Date: 19/02/2005

Erik the Red (950-1003 / 04) sets sail for Greenland, illustration from The Book of Discovery by T. C
IL241933 Erik the Red (950-1003/04) sets sail for Greenland, illustration from The Book of Discovery by T.C. Bridges, published 1931 (colour litho) by Reid, Stephen (1873-1948); Private Collection

Viking ship (w / c)
XND76014 Viking ship (w/c) by Oakes-Jones, Herbert (fl.1906); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Runestone depicting Wotan (Odin) on his eight-legged horse Sleipnir
GIA740686 Runestone depicting Wotan (Odin) on his eight-legged horse Sleipnir, boarding a Viking longship (stone) by Viking (7th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Coin depicting a drakkar (metal)
GIA740684 Coin depicting a drakkar (metal) by Viking; Private Collection; eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright

Excavations of Viking longship Gokstad discovered in the 9th century Norway
GIA740682 Excavations of Viking longship Gokstad discovered in the 9th century Norway, 1880 (b/w photo) by Norwegian Photographer

An Old World Wanderer, 1887 (oil on canvas)
3743854 An Old World Wanderer, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Riviere, Briton (1840-1920); 108x172.7 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); (add.info)

Canal Scene, 19th century (w / c)
6198953 Canal Scene, 19th century (w/c) by Murray, David (1849-1933); 26x38.7 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Orchar Collection); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Scottish, out of copyright

Representation of the fleet of King Olaf I of Norway, 1885 (w / c on paper)
LRI740691 Representation of the fleet of King Olaf I of Norway, 1885 (w/c on paper) by Monleon y Torres, Rafael (1847-1900); Museo Naval, Madrid

The Landing of the Jutes at the Isle of Thanet, Kent, England, 449 AD
STC393334 The Landing of the Jutes at the Isle of Thanet, Kent, England, 449 AD, illustration from The Church of England: A History for the People by H.D.M. Spence-Jones, pub

The Gokstad longship (wood)
NUL134287 The Gokstad longship (wood) by Viking, (9th century); Viking Ship Museum, Oslo, Norway; Scandinavian, out of copyright

Saxon Ship, from an engraving in Strutts Chronicle of England
XJF105895 Saxon Ship, from an engraving in Strutts Chronicle of England and a Wine Press (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Landing of the Jutes at the Isle of Thanet, Kent, England, 449 AD
KW293333 The Landing of the Jutes at the Isle of Thanet, Kent, England, 449 AD, from the book The Church of England: A History for the People, published c.1910 (litho) by Shaw

Longboat and gondola
Longboat 2 and gondola 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Christiane Henriette Dorothea Westermayr from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar

Yacht, longboat and gondola
Yacht 1, longboat 2 and Venetian gondola 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Christiane Henriette Dorothea Westermayr from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

The Embarkation of Emperor Maximilian
The embarkation of Emperor Maximilian of Mexico on board the Austrian war-frigate Novara at Miramar. Two large ships wait at the port, with men lining the mastpoles

Viking Longship
A Viking Longship heading across the sea to plunder and conquer... Date: circa 12th century

Norman ships besieging Paris, illustration from a cover of a school exercise book
CHT224462 Norman ships besieging Paris, illustration from a cover of a school exercise book, late 19th century (colour litho) by Dascher, G

Canoe model, c. 1803 (birch bark, wood & porcupine quills)
PEM216322 Canoe model, c.1803 (birch bark, wood & porcupine quills) by American School, (19th century); length: 62 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts

Viking Raiders (b / w photo)
XJF105893 Viking Raiders (b/w photo) by Webb, Archibald (fl.1825-66); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Battle on the Ramparts of Jerusalem, illustration from
LRI1153742 Battle on the Ramparts of Jerusalem, illustration from The Legend of Ogier the Dane, 1498 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Universitaria di Torino, Turin

Viking blowing the horn on a longship as it approaches the norse coast
CHT157472 Viking blowing the horn on a longship as it approaches the norse coast, illustrated plate from a popular edition of L Histoire de France by Jules Michelet

Figurehead of a Viking Longship, found at Oseberg, Norway (wood)
NUL134285 Figurehead of a Viking Longship, found at Oseberg, Norway (wood) by Viking, (9th century); Viking Ship Museum, Oslo, Norway; Scandinavian, out of copyright

Excavation of the Oseberg Viking longship 9th century discovered in Norway
GIA740681 Excavation of the Oseberg Viking longship 9th century discovered in Norway, 1904 (b/w photo) by Norwegian Photographer

Viking Ships (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF105896 Viking Ships (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Norse Boats besieging Paris, from L Histoire de France racontee a mes
CHT157375 Norse Boats besieging Paris, from L Histoire de France racontee a mes petits-enfants by Francois Guizot (1787-1874) and finished by Guizot daughter, published by Hachette, 1879

The Normans, led by Rollo, besieged Paris in 885, illustration from
XEE740692 The Normans, led by Rollo, besieged Paris in 885, illustration from France and the French through the Century, 1884 (colour litho) by French School

Runestone lilbjar depicting a drakkar (stone)
GIA740685 Runestone lilbjar depicting a drakkar (stone) by Viking, (8th century); Private Collection; eGiancarlo Costa; Danish, out of copyright

The Landing of the Danes, illustration from The History of England
IL314884 The Landing of the Danes, illustration from The History of England by Rudyard Kipling, 1911 (colour litho) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Canadian Hall from Dickinsons Comprehensive Pictures of the Great
STC252074 The Canadian Hall from Dickinsons Comprehensive Pictures of the Great Exhibition of 1851... published by Dickinson Brothers, 1854 (colour litho) by English School

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"Unleashing the Fierce Warriors: The Mighty Viking Longboat" Step back in time and witness the awe-inspiring sight of a Viking longship carrying warriors, sailing through treacherous waters with unwavering determination. These legendary vessels, known as longboats, were the epitome of power and resilience. From the shores of Scandinavia to distant lands, these Viking ships struck fear into the hearts of their enemies. Their sleek design allowed them to navigate both rivers and open seas with ease, making them versatile tools for exploration, trade, and conquest. In Rattvik, Dalarna County, Sweden stands a unique variation called the Church boat - a symbol of faith intertwined with maritime prowess. This vessel served not only as transportation but also as a spiritual sanctuary for those seeking solace on their journeys. Across England's Kent coastline lies Ramsgate's Cliffsend where an impressive replica of The Viking Longboat stands tall. A testament to history's enduring legacy that continues to captivate our imagination today. Traveling further east to Yangon in Burma (Myanmar), witness an astonishing scene during rush hour as long boats gracefully cross the Irrawaddy River. Amidst bustling crowds and chaotic traffic flows this ancient mode of transport remains steadfastly reliable. The captivating image captured in 1910 showcases a Kutenai Woman proudly standing beside her tribe's longboat—a powerful reminder that these vessels held cultural significance beyond just warfare or travel; they were symbols of identity and heritage. One cannot discuss Viking longships without mentioning the Gokstad Longship—an archaeological marvel discovered in Norway. Its intricate woodwork reveals meticulous craftsmanship while its prow exudes fierce strength—a true embodiment of Scandinavian seafaring mastery. As we delve into history's depths through photographs like DDE-90025675 or DDE-90025540—each frame immortalizes moments when these iconic vessels ruled vast oceans or navigated treacherous rivers.