Ropes Collection (#23)

At the Wheel of a Yacht, 1890
Engraving showing the scene at the steering wheel of a sailing yacht, entitled Passengers are requested not to speak to the man at the wheel

Cadets on the Sorlandet
A group of cadets are hard at work on the deck of the Sorlandet during the Tall Ships Race

Cadets on Sorlandet (2)
A group of cadets work with the ropes on the deck of the Sorlandet during the Tall Ships Race Date: 1962

Naval Cadets on Deck
An officer instructs a group of cadets how to raise the anchor of the Sorlandet during the Tall Ships Race near Dartmouth

A flying roundabout; Sir Hiram Maxims latest invention
Illustration of Sir Hiram Maxims latest invention, which may be described as a roundabout in which the revolving bodies are suspended in the air in cars that are attached by steel wire ropes

Camping / Putting Tents Up
The children lend a hand fixing the guy ropes, as a family put their tents up on their first day camping. They have already got something cooking on their camp stove

Caravan Park
Cars and tents at the Pentwan caravan park, on the Cornish coast at Mevagissey, England

Casting / Firing a Horse
The Newly approved method of casting and fireing. A horse is firmy restrained with ropes before branding with a hot poker

Defending a Fort
As the enemy approaches, the defenders prepare to repel them with guns and bows : by pulling on ropes, half-cut trees can be felled to fall on the attackers

Dinner Dress 1911
Empire line revival gown: square corsage & an asymmetrical tunic / over- skirt with a deep side split & train trimmed with ropes of amethysts

Skycity, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Ropes, fishing nets and floats on the quay in the harbour of Sto village, island of Langoya, Vesteralen archipelago, Troms Nordland county, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Lovers wishes, Seoul, South Korea, Asia

Fishing nets, Meganisi, Ionian Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Fishing tackle decorates fishing centre at Salmon Islands, in the north of the country, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Fishing ropes, Vinalhaven, Maine, United States of America, North America

Boats, Roscoff, Finistere, Brittany, France, Europe

Fishermen unloading a manta wing from their boat. (rr)
Tom Campbell / SplashdownDirect

People rappeling up the Anhumas Abyss, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Members of Langdael Ambleside Mountain Rescue Team doing a stretcher lower down a crag in Langdale as part of training
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Wren-nest built amongst ropes in garden shed, Northumberland UK
USH-2240 Wren - nest built amongst ropes in garden shed Northumberland UK. unusual nesting site Troglodytes troglodytes Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

The Swedish Ship Gotheborg - replica of 1738 East Indiaman ship built according to traditional methods & materials
SG-20175 The Swedish Ship Gotheborg - replica of 1738 East Indiaman ship built according to traditional methods & materials. Moored at South Quay, London

The Swedish Ship Gotheborg - ropes / rigging. Replica of 1738 East Indiaman ship built according to traditional methods
SG-20174 The Swedish Ship Gotheborg - ropes / rigging. Moored at South Quay, London. Replica of 1738 East Indiaman ship built according to traditional methods & materials

Raising Scuttled Ships
Raising ships scuttled by the Germans at Scapa Flow

Criqui V Ledoux 1922
A punishing left hook sends Ledoux to the canvas and gives victory to Criqui

40S Two-Piece Costume
A young lady about to ascend the ladder to the diving board wears a striking two-piece swim-suit in black & white, with a design of knotted ropes

Girls at the Seaside
A girl is invited by a friend to go into the water : ropes stretch out into the sea from the shore so that the bathers shall not be swept out to sea by the waves and drowned

Public Well, Austria
A public well in the streets of Vienna - the women seem to bring their own ropes as well as buckets

Troops at Gravesend
British troops cross the Thames from Gravesend to Tilbury Fort, on flat- boats drawn on ropes : besides men, guns, horses and wagons are carried, spectators watch

Warship / 3rd Draught
Third Draught of a First Rate. A profile cross-section of a warship showing the layout of the sails, masts & rigging & including crows nests

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"Ropes: A Symbol of Strength, Resilience, and Unity" D-Day - British and Canadian troops landing - Juno Beach: Amidst the chaos of war, ropes served as lifelines for soldiers storming the beaches, ensuring their safe passage to victory. A Garden Guide - Extracting a Weed from a Lawn: With nimble hands and sturdy ropes, gardeners effortlessly remove stubborn weeds from lush lawns, preserving the beauty of nature's tapestry. RNLI lifeboat Arab II at Harlyn Bay, St Merryn, Cornwall. Around 1908: Ropes tethered to lifeboats become beacons of hope in treacherous waters; brave souls risk their lives to save others amidst crashing waves. Illustration Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson: In whimsical illustrations by Robinson, ropes take on a playful role as they connect unlikely contraptions with hilarious results – showcasing the ingenuity of human imagination. Jack Johnson in a boxing match: As fists fly and sweat pours down his brow, Johnson skillfully maneuvers around the ring using rope-a-dope tactics – proving that strategy can triumph over sheer force alone. Short Sunderland flying boat WW2: Suspended mid-air by strong cables and ropes attached to its wingspan, this majestic aircraft soars through turbulent skies with grace and precision during World War II missions. George Morris on 8 bells in 1863: With rhythmic precision and practiced expertise, Morris pulls on multiple ropes simultaneously – orchestrating harmonious melodies that resonate through church towers across generations. Farmer and team of working horses plough a field: Harnessing the power of teamwork between man and beast is exemplified as farmers expertly guide their loyal horses using reins made from durable strands of rope – cultivating bountiful harvests year after year. The Gymnasium - Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, Devon.