Purser Collection

SIR ROGER CASEMENT (1864-1916). Irish revolutionary patriot. Oil on canvas by Sarah H. Purser

Portraits of Captain Sir John Franklin, and his Crew (engraving)
1102231 Portraits of Captain Sir John Franklin, and his Crew (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portraits of Captain Sir John Franklin, and his Crew)

Crew of RMS Olympic
The crew of RMS Olympic in dress uniform including Captain Edward Smith (centre with white beard). Four of these men, including Captain Smith

John Butler Yeats 1839-1922 (c.1901). Purser, Sarah Henrietta 1848 - 1943. Date: 1901 (circa)

The Hoppings fair, held on the Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. The belle of the sideshow attracts the attention of both young and old as they listed to the showmans patter

Children dressing up playing Children's Postcard
Children, dressing, up, playing, Children's, Postcard, design, Watercolour, painting, Phyllis, Purser, 12022770

Children dressing up/playing by Phyllis Purser

No. 6: Purser, February 15, 1799. Creator: Henri Merke
No. 6: Purser, February 15, 1799

The Departure of the "Discovery"from Lyttelton, New Zealand, 21 December (b / w photo)
1629356 The Departure of the " Discovery" from Lyttelton, New Zealand, 21 December (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Nansen North Pole Expedition, Portraits of Dr Nansens Companions (b / w photo)
1063084 The Nansen North Pole Expedition, Portraits of Dr Nansens Companions (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

How an Enterprising Editor lost a Balloon and a Correspondent (chromolitho)
1043451 How an Enterprising Editor lost a Balloon and a Correspondent (chromolitho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Life on Board a P and O Liner, the Roll Call on Sunday Morning (litho)
1051457 Life on Board a P and O Liner, the Roll Call on Sunday Morning (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board a P and O Liner)

Ruins of Brunswick Theatre, Goodmans Fields, Stepney, London, 1828

View of Athens with the Acropolis and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, First quarter of 19th cen Artist: Purser
View of Athens with the Acropolis and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, First quarter of 19th cen.. Found in the collection of the Benaki Museum, Athens

Futtypore Sicri, India, c1860. Artist: W Brandard
Futtypore Sicri, India, c1860. Futtypore Sicri is situated about 20 miles from Agra, and was the favourite palace of the Mogul emperors

The tomb of Humaioon, Delhi, India, c1860. Artist: W Miller
The tomb of Humaioon, Delhi, India, c1860. The rebel sons and grandson of the King of Delhi took refuge in this mausoleum, from whence they were taken prisoners, and afterwards shot

An Irish Idyll (c.1894). Purser, Sarah Henrietta 1848-1943. Date: 1894 (circa)

OFFICERS OF THE TITANIC, 1912. Standing, left-to-right: Herbert McElroy, Chief Purser; Charles Lightoller, Second Officer; Herbert Pitman, Third Officer; Joseph Boxhall, Fourth Officer; Harold Lowe

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"Purser: A Glimpse into the Lives of Maritime Figures" Step back in time and delve into the captivating world of pursers, as we explore their intriguing stories through a collection of historical portraits and artifacts. In the engraving "Portraits of Captain Sir John Franklin and his Crew, " we catch a glimpse of these brave souls who embarked on perilous voyages, facing unknown dangers in search of new horizons. Their determined expressions speak volumes about their unwavering spirit. Moving forward to the era of luxury liners, we encounter the crew members aboard RMS Olympic. Among them is an enigmatic figure known as the purser - responsible for managing finances and ensuring smooth operations onboard. The hard-bound ledger, Cash Book, provides us with a tangible connection to this meticulous record-keeper's duties. But pursers were not limited to maritime settings alone; they also found themselves entwined in significant historical events. In Sarah H's oil painting titled "SIR ROGER CASEMENT (1864-1916), " we witness an Irish revolutionary patriot whose path crossed with that of pursers during his quest for independence. Artistic endeavors further shed light on these fascinating individuals. John Butler Yeats' work captures their essence through brushstrokes that reveal both strength and vulnerability, and is through such artistry that we gain insight into their multifaceted personalities. Tragically, some pursers met untimely fates amidst maritime disasters like that which befell Titanic officers lost at sea. These courageous men faced unimaginable challenges while striving to fulfill their responsibilities until the very end. Yet it was not all doom and gloom for these seafaring figures; they also had lighter moments captured by playful children dressing up as pursers or engaging in imaginative play inspired by them. Such innocent portrayals remind us that even those tasked with great responsibility can ignite youthful curiosity and wonder. Henri Merke's creation, "No.