Mariners Collection (page 6)

Portrait of John Lovell, aged 70. Bargee on Thames as Greenwich Pensioner (watercolour, heightened with white)
7342078 Portrait of John Lovell, aged 70. Bargee on Thames as Greenwich Pensioner (watercolour, heightened with white) by Cruikshank, Frederic (1800-68); 54x39.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Illanoan pirates (etching)
7341895 Illanoan pirates (etching) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 18.2x26.9 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator)

Midshipman, 1827 (coloured etching)
7341805 Midshipman, 1827 (coloured etching) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 26.1x20.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Grand Naval Review. This Grand Review of the British Navy took place at Portsmouth on June 24th
7341802 The Grand Naval Review. This Grand Review of the British Navy took place at Portsmouth on June 24th and 25th 1814 in the presence of the Prince Regent and his Royal Visitors, c

Lord Nelson explaining to the Officers the Plan of Attack previous to the Battle of Trafalgar, 1806 (coloured aquatint)
7341799 Lord Nelson explaining to the Officers the Plan of Attack previous to the Battle of Trafalgar, 1806 (coloured aquatint) by Craig

Ship's cook, 19th century (coloured lithograph)
7341791 Ship's cook, 19th century (coloured lithograph) by Symons, William Christian (1845-1911); 28.7x21.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: W)

Lieutenant & Clerk, 1829 (coloured lithograph)
7341776 Lieutenant & Clerk, 1829 (coloured lithograph) by English School, (19th century); 30.3x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Engelmann, Graf, Coindet)

Sketches of shipping in Portsmouth harbour, 1826 (etching)
7341698 Sketches of shipping in Portsmouth harbour, 1826 (etching) by Moses, Henry (1782-1870); 12.4x20.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Henry Moses (artist)

Panteleymonovsky Bridge and the Mikhailovsky Palace, Saint Petersburg, ca 1830 (litho)
7422874 Panteleymonovsky Bridge and the Mikhailovsky Palace, Saint Petersburg, ca 1830 (litho); (add.info.: Geography. Russia. Panteleymonovsky Bridge and the Mikhailovsky Palace, Saint Petersburg)

The shaving ceremony for young sailors
MMM5482879 The shaving ceremony for young sailors; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: The shaving ceremony for young sailors)

It was in Trafalgar Bay, a veteran explaining a painting to a young boy, c.1880 (colour litho)
MMM5485437 It was in Trafalgar Bay, a veteran explaining a painting to a young boy, c.1880 (colour litho); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: It was in Trafalgar Bay)

The sinking of the People's Avenger during the Battle of 13 Prairial Year II (June 1, 1794), 1905 (engraving)
7312235 The sinking of the People's Avenger during the Battle of 13 Prairial Year II (June 1, 1794), 1905 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

A navigator with globe and dividers, 1624 (oil on panel)
7338094 A navigator with globe and dividers, 1624 (oil on panel) by Borcht, Hendrick van der the Elder (1583-1651); 73.5x56 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A Cabin Boy reading to sailors, 1850
3330854 A Cabin Boy reading to sailors, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Cabin Boy reading to sailors. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A sailor returning home for Christmas, 1850
3330807 A sailor returning home for Christmas, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a sailor returning home for Christmas. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

History. French Privateer Jean Bart. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store: Aux Quatre Arrondissements, France
3434252 History. French Privateer Jean Bart. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store: Aux Quatre Arrondissements, France, c.1900 (postcard); (add.info.: Coll. Part. History)

Flamsteed House in Greenwich Park, London, designed by Christopher Wren on the orders of Charles II as an Observatory
541715 Flamsteed House in Greenwich Park, London, designed by Christopher Wren on the orders of Charles II as an Observatory

A scene from, To Please His Wife, by Thomas Hardy (engraving)
8631325 A scene from, To Please His Wife, by Thomas Hardy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A scene from, To Please His Wife, by Thomas Hardy)

A Moment of Peril (chromolitho)
8672577 A Moment of Peril (chromolitho) by Hemy, Thomas Marie Madawaska (1852-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Moment of Peril. fishermen struggling with a sail in a storm)

The Last Voyage of Henry Hudson, 1611 (chromolitho)
8672568 The Last Voyage of Henry Hudson, 1611 (chromolitho) by Collier, John (1850-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Voyage of Henry Hudson, 1611)

If there had been submarines at the time of the Armada (engraving)
8672624 If there had been submarines at the time of the Armada (engraving) by Downey, Thomas Edward (1852-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Ifs" in history)

Roman cargo ship in the harbour of Ostia Antica (litho)
8663897 Roman cargo ship in the harbour of Ostia Antica (litho) by Roman, (1st-2nd Century AD); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman cargo ship in the harbour of Ostia Antica, 200)

Japanese admiral Togo Heihachiro on the bridge of his flagship (litho)
8655634 Japanese admiral Togo Heihachiro on the bridge of his flagship (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Look-Out (litho)
8646052 The Look-Out (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Look-Out. Illustration for My Treasure Story-Book for Little Folk (Blackie)

Our Sailors (colour litho)
8645245 Our Sailors (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Sailors. Illustration for Pictures and Tales for Little Folks (Maclure and Macdonald)

One of Walter Trier's Crazy People (colour litho)
8646633 One of Walter Trier's Crazy People (colour litho) by Trier, Walter (1890-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Pothooks and Perseverance by Walter Crane (colour litho)
8646522 Illustration for Pothooks and Perseverance by Walter Crane (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Pothooks and Perseverance by Walter Crane (colour litho)
8646517 Illustration for Pothooks and Perseverance by Walter Crane (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sailor on Voyage to his Home (engraving)
8651670 Sailor on Voyage to his Home (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sailor on Voyage to his Home)

Palm tree, 19th century (illustration)
8698325 Palm tree, 19th century (illustration) by Hooker, William (1779-1832); (add.info.: Science. Botany. Palm tree in South America (phytelephas macrocarpa)

WW1: A sea hero (illustration)
8684969 WW1: A sea hero (illustration) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); (add.info.: Events of the war 1914-1918 illustration Job A hero of the sea Facts of war 1914-1918)

A lieutenant with a cutter, 1777 (coloured etching)
7341790 A lieutenant with a cutter, 1777 (coloured etching) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 30x24.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: D)

Costume of the Royal Navy & Marines. Pursers & Captain's Clerk, 19th century (coloured lithograph)
7341786 Costume of the Royal Navy & Marines. Pursers & Captain's Clerk, 19th century (coloured lithograph) by Mansion, L. and Eschauzier, St

1st Class of Petty Officers. Midshipman, 1828 (coloured lithograph)
7341775 1st Class of Petty Officers. Midshipman, 1828 (coloured lithograph) by English School, (19th century); 30x23.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Engelmann, Graf)

The Delegates in Counsel or Beggars on Horseback, 1797 (coloured etching)
7341771 The Delegates in Counsel or Beggars on Horseback, 1797 (coloured etching) by Fores, S.W. (fl.1785-1825); 27.4x37.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: S.W)

Naval Scenes - or sketches afloat - No 3. Cooking, 1831 (coloured etching)
7341768 Naval Scenes - or sketches afloat - No 3. Cooking, 1831 (coloured etching) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 34.2x23.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Cook's mate, 19th century (pen, ink)
7341823 Cook's mate, 19th century (pen, ink) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 25.2x18.9 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Thomas Rowlandson Depicts clothing)

In Irons for getting drunk from A Sailor's Progress, 1818 (coloured etching)
7341601 In Irons for getting drunk from A Sailor's Progress, 1818 (coloured etching) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); 11.8x12.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Portrait of Captain William Hewett, c.1840 (watercolour, wood, glass)
7341584 Portrait of Captain William Hewett, c.1840 (watercolour, wood, glass) by Gregory, George T. (19th century); 38.4x33.5x6.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), 19th century (colour reproduction)
7341583 Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), 19th century (colour reproduction) by Baxter, George (1804-67); 18.3x14.5x1.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Royal Naval uniform: pattern 1836, c.1836 (wool, silk, cotton, base metal)
7339911 Royal Naval uniform: pattern 1836, c.1836 (wool, silk, cotton, base metal) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 122.5x60.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Unknown Artist)

Nelson wounded at Tenerife, 24 July 1797, 1806 (oil on canvas)
7337683 Nelson wounded at Tenerife, 24 July 1797, 1806 (oil on canvas) by Westall, Richard (1765-1836); 86.4x71.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Battle of the 1 June, 1794, 1795 (oil on canvas)
7337673 The Battle of the 1 June, 1794, 1795 (oil on canvas) by Loutherbourg, Philippe Jacques de (1740-1812); 266.5x373.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Battle of La Hogue, 23 May 1692, 1836 (oil on canvas)
7337637 The Battle of La Hogue, 23 May 1692, 1836 (oil on canvas) by Chambers, George the Elder (1803-40); 153x215 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: George Chambers)

The death of Lord Nelson in the cockpit of the ship Victory, 1808 (oil on canvas)
7337709 The death of Lord Nelson in the cockpit of the ship Victory, 1808 (oil on canvas) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820); 88.5x73 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

His Royal Highness Prince William Henry, 1782 (aquatint)
7337571 His Royal Highness Prince William Henry, 1782 (aquatint) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820); 62.2x45.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Royal Navy. Dedicated to Admiral Sir Thomas Sabrine Pasley... of H.M.S
7342706 The Royal Navy. Dedicated to Admiral Sir Thomas Sabrine Pasley... of H.M.S. The Royal Oak, 1869 (aquatint & etching, coloured) by Dutton

Walking Stick, Sailors Craftwork, Artist Unknown, 1865
MMM5470195 Walking Stick, Sailors Craftwork, Artist Unknown, 1865; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: A walking stick made from a shark's vertebrae threaded on a metal rod)

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Mariners, the fearless souls who navigate the vast and treacherous seas, have long been revered for their courage and skill. From ancient times to modern days, these brave individuals have embarked on daring voyages that have shaped our world. In the mythological tale of Arion on a Dolphin, they can depicted as heroes riding atop majestic creatures through tumultuous waters. Their bond with nature is evident as they conquer the unpredictable waves with grace and determination. As evening falls at Nubble Lighthouse in Cape Neddick Maine, USA, mariners find solace in the guiding light that leads them safely home. This iconic beacon stands tall against raging storms, symbolizing hope amidst darkness for those navigating perilous shores. Sir George Young, a British admiral immortalized in an engraving, epitomizes the leadership and strategic brilliance possessed by mariners throughout history. His unwavering dedication to his crew and country serves as an inspiration to all who follow in his footsteps. Equipped with a sextant from 1912 or a nautical astrolabe from 1571 Spain, mariners masterfully utilize these instruments to chart their course across uncharted territories. With precision and expertise honed over years of experience at sea, they navigate by stars and celestial bodies when land is out of sight. The Mariner's Score found in Lowestoft Suffolk echoes tales of camaraderie among seafarers. In this coastal town where maritime traditions run deep, sailors gather to celebrate victories won against formidable tides while sharing stories that bind them together like family. Medals awarded for gallantry or life-saving at sea serve as reminders of the selflessness exhibited by mariners during moments of crisis. These brave individuals risk their lives without hesitation to rescue others stranded amidst tempestuous waters - true heroes whose acts deserve eternal recognition. In UPRISING AT GHENT.