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"Rowing: A Timeless Pursuit of Strength, Skill, and Serenity" Immerse yourself in the world of rowing, a sport that has captivated hearts for centuries

Background imageRowing Collection: A Rowing Match at Richmond, 1793, (1942). Creator: Robert Clevely

A Rowing Match at Richmond, 1793, (1942). Creator: Robert Clevely
A Rowing Match at Richmond, 1793, (1942). Part of the Celebrations for the Duke of Clarences Birthday. Boats on the River Thames at Richmond, (now part of Greater London)

Background imageRowing Collection: Intha fisherman beat water, Inle Lake, Shan State, Myanmar

Intha fisherman beat water, Inle Lake, Shan State, Myanmar

Background imageRowing Collection: Survivors Of The Rms Titanic In One Of Her Collapsible Lifeboats

Survivors Of The Rms Titanic In One Of Her Collapsible Lifeboats, Just Before Being Picked Up By The Carpathia. Woman Are Sharing In The Rowing

Background imageRowing Collection: Rowers on the River Cam, c. 1912

Rowers on the River Cam, c. 1912
A crew rowing past the Cambridge University club boathouse on the River Cam, c.1912. Date: c.1912

Background imageRowing Collection: Poster, Lugano, Switzerland

Poster, Lugano, Switzerland. 20th century

Background imageRowing Collection: People on the beach at Salcombe, Devon

People on the beach at Salcombe, Devon. circa 1960s

Background imageRowing Collection: One bowside and one strokeside rower in a boat

One bowside and one strokeside rower in a boat

Background imageRowing Collection: Drekar Viking ships navigating the ocean at night

Drekar Viking ships navigating the ocean at night

Background imageRowing Collection: The Lighthouse of the Hospice (Honfleur), 1864 (oil on canvas)

The Lighthouse of the Hospice (Honfleur), 1864 (oil on canvas)
XIR897764 The Lighthouse of the Hospice (Honfleur), 1864 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 54x81 cm; Kunsthaus, Zurich, Switzerland; (add.info.: Le Phare de l hospice (Honfleur)

Background imageRowing Collection: Ferry across the Arun at Bury, Sussex (b / w photo)

Ferry across the Arun at Bury, Sussex (b / w photo)
XJF1127291 Ferry across the Arun at Bury, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageRowing Collection: Rowing Race

Rowing Race
A view of the Head of the River Race from Barnes Bridge, London

Background imageRowing Collection: The sacred trireme arrives at Tyre

The sacred trireme arrives at Tyre
Arrival at Tyre of the Athenian ambassadors in the sacred trireme, Paralos. They travelled to pledge anew the loyalty of Athens to Alexander the Great. 331BC

Background imageRowing Collection: ROWING TEAM, c1875. The Paris Crew, a Canadian rowing team fron Saint John, New Brunswick

ROWING TEAM, c1875. The Paris Crew, a Canadian rowing team fron Saint John, New Brunswick, consisting of Robert Fulton, George Price, Samuel Hutton and Elijah Ross. Lithograph, Canadian, c1875

Background imageRowing Collection: The

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A boat called the " Ivarnia" rests on the hard at Richmond on the River Thames, ready for painting surrounded by smaller rowing boats

Background imageRowing Collection: Cambridge Eight Rowing on the River Cam, 1890

Cambridge Eight Rowing on the River Cam, 1890
Engraving showing the Cambridge rowing eight during their final practice session on the River Cam, prior to the Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race of 1890

Background imageRowing Collection: Rowing Boats passing under Hammersmith Bridge, London, 1843

Rowing Boats passing under Hammersmith Bridge, London, 1843
Engraving showing rowing boats, participating in the Thames Regatta of 1843, passing Hammersmith suspension bridge

Background imageRowing Collection: A Marshland Farm

A Marshland Farm
Artist: Michie, James Coutts - Title: A Marshland Farm - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 121.9 x 182.9

Background imageRowing Collection: Miss Antonia Aked and Mr Peter Kenworthy-Browne

Miss Antonia Aked and Mr Peter Kenworthy-Browne at a dance to mark Oxfords Eights Week, the end of the University rowing season

Background imageRowing Collection: Leona Falls and kayaker, Neltume, Chile, South American

Leona Falls and kayaker, Neltume, Chile, South American

Background imageRowing Collection: Washington crossing the Delaware River

Washington crossing the Delaware River
Washington and his army crossing the Delaware River, prior to the Battle of Trenton

Background imageRowing Collection: James Foad, Tom Ransley, Richard Egington, Matt Langridge, A

James Foad, Tom Ransley, Richard Egington, Matt Langridge, Alex Partridge, Mo Sbihi, Phelan Hill, Greg Searle & Constantine Louloudis Great Britain London 2012 Olympic Games, Rowing

Background imageRowing Collection: Helen Glover & Heather Stanning

Helen Glover & Heather Stanning Great Britain London 2012 Olympic Games, Rowing, Womens Pairs Eton Dorney, London, England 01 August 2012 Date: 01 August 2012

Background imageRowing Collection: Great Britain Oar

Great Britain Oar Olympic Rowing Olympic Rowing Athens, Greece 18 August 2004 Date: 18 August 2004

Background imageRowing Collection: Victorian London - Barnes Bridge

Victorian London - Barnes Bridge
Vintage engraving showing a scene from 19th Century London England. A large crowd of people gather to watch the boat race on the Thames some on the beams under Barnes Bridge

Background imageRowing Collection: An Elegant Lady in a Rowing Boat (oil on canvas)

An Elegant Lady in a Rowing Boat (oil on canvas)
6431759 An Elegant Lady in a Rowing Boat (oil on canvas) by Putz, Leo (1869-1940); 85.5x70 cm; Private Collection

Background imageRowing Collection: Practising for the Regatta at Henley (litho)

Practising for the Regatta at Henley (litho)
1042769 Practising for the Regatta at Henley (litho) by Paget, Walter Stanley (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Practising for the Regatta at Henley)

Background imageRowing Collection: It is coming, Maggie! Tom said, in a deep hoarse voice, loosing the oars and clasping her

It is coming, Maggie! Tom said, in a deep hoarse voice, loosing the oars and clasping her (engraving)
725508 It is coming, Maggie! Tom said, in a deep hoarse voice, loosing the oars and clasping her (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: It is coming, Maggie)

Background imageRowing Collection: Ancient Greek warships

Ancient Greek warships, the upper one with a turret. Date: BCE

Background imageRowing Collection: Plate 327. Rowing, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 327. Rowing, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950065 Plate 327. Rowing, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 19.2x35.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageRowing Collection: Procession of boats at the opening of the Thames rowing season (engraving)

Procession of boats at the opening of the Thames rowing season (engraving)
587676 Procession of boats at the opening of the Thames rowing season (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRowing Collection: Commodore Perry at the Battle of Lake Erie (oil on canvas)

Commodore Perry at the Battle of Lake Erie (oil on canvas)
145460 Commodore Perry at the Battle of Lake Erie (oil on canvas) by Birch, Thomas (1779-1851); 47x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRowing Collection: The Rowing Boat, c. 1889-1890 (oil on canvas)

The Rowing Boat, c. 1889-1890 (oil on canvas)
MMT82316 The Rowing Boat, c.1889-1890 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 146x133 cm; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageRowing Collection: Chateau de Beloeil, from Choix des Monuments, Edifices et Maisons les plus

Chateau de Beloeil, from Choix des Monuments, Edifices et Maisons les plus
468648 ChAteau de Beloeil, from Choix des Monuments, Edifices et Maisons les plus Remarquables du Royaume des Pays-Bas, published 1827 (colour litho) by Goetghebuer

Background imageRowing Collection: Furnivall rowing eight on the River Thames

Furnivall rowing eight on the River Thames
Womens Amateur Rowing Association - Furnivall rowing eight on the River Thames. 1907

Background imageRowing Collection: The Universities Boat-Race, the Oxford Crew (engraving)

The Universities Boat-Race, the Oxford Crew (engraving)
1105985 The Universities Boat-Race, the Oxford Crew (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Universities Boat-Race, the Oxford Crew)

Background imageRowing Collection: King George V and Queen Mary on the Thames on board the State Barge, visiting Henley Regatta

King George V and Queen Mary on the Thames on board the State Barge, visiting Henley Regatta, 1912 (colour litho)
5996559 King George V and Queen Mary on the Thames on board the State Barge, visiting Henley Regatta, 1912 (colour litho) by English School

Background imageRowing Collection: Fashions at Henley Regatta. Woman in a punt, smoking a cigarette. 1926

Fashions at Henley Regatta. Woman in a punt, smoking a cigarette. 1926

Background imageRowing Collection: The Boat Race, Cambridge v Oxford. 1956. The race was held from the starting

The Boat Race, Cambridge v Oxford. 1956. The race was held from the starting point at Putney Bridge on The River Thames in London

Background imageRowing Collection: City gent - rowing boat

City gent - rowing boat

Background imageRowing Collection: Party of people picnicking at Henley Regatta

Party of people picnicking at Henley Regatta
A party of people picnicking at the Henley Royal Regatta, an annual rowing event held on the River Thames near the town of Henley-on-Thames, South Oxfordshire. Date: July 1888

Background imageRowing Collection: Marlow Bridge over the River Thames, Buckinghamshire

Marlow Bridge over the River Thames, Buckinghamshire
Marlow Bridge over the River Thames and All Saints Church at Marlow, Buckinghamshire. Date: circa 1980s

Background imageRowing Collection: Twice a year bump races take place on the Thames at Oxford, c1948. Creator: Unknown

Twice a year bump races take place on the Thames at Oxford, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Twice a year " bump" races take place on the Thames at Oxford, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Background imageRowing Collection: Views on the River Lea, c1876. Creator: Unknown

Views on the River Lea, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Views on the River Lea, c1876. Ferry House, Tottenham Church, weir, cottage and Tottenham Lock on the River Lea, East London

Background imageRowing Collection: The Battle of Chatham, 1667 (oil on canvas)

The Battle of Chatham, 1667 (oil on canvas)
3087147 The Battle of Chatham, 1667 (oil on canvas) by Stoop, Willem van der (c.1620-69); 142x236 cm; Skokloster Castle, Sweden; (add.info)

Background imageRowing Collection: Sculling In Mist On River Thames; London, England

Sculling In Mist On River Thames; London, England

Background imageRowing Collection: Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-1885)

Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-1885)
Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-85). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageRowing Collection: The Head, 1901. Artist: Spy

The Head, 1901. Artist: Spy
The Head, 1901. James John Hornby (1826-1909), headmaster of Eton College from 1868 to 1884. He was previously a rower, competing for Oxford University in the Boat Race

Background imageRowing Collection: A Trial Spin of the Cornell Crews on Cayuga Lake, 1906

A Trial Spin of the Cornell Crews on Cayuga Lake, 1906




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"Rowing: A Timeless Pursuit of Strength, Skill, and Serenity" Immerse yourself in the world of rowing, a sport that has captivated hearts for centuries. From the whimsical illustrations of William Heath Robinson's "Ultra-Marine" to the picturesque boathouses lining the River Thames in Henley-on-Thames, England, rowing is an art form that combines athleticism with natural beauty. Step into a rowing boat eight and feel the power as each member of the crew team synchronizes their strokes. The grace and determination displayed by legendary figures like Grace Darling, who fearlessly rowed alongside her father to save lives at sea, exemplify the indomitable spirit of this sport. Travel back in time to 1913 and witness Cambridge's rowing team poised on a riverbank before embarking on an epic race. Their camaraderie and dedication are palpable through Arild Rosenkrantz's evocative photograph. But rowing isn't confined to rivers alone; it extends its reach even to quaint fishing villages like Beesands in Devon. Amidst scenes of fishermen casting their nets against a backdrop of tranquil waters, one can almost hear the rhythmic sound of oars slicing through waves. Cross over Maidenhead bridge towards Skindles hotel and discover how rowers find solace amidst breathtaking landscapes. Ambleside offers another enchanting setting for those seeking tranquility while gliding across shimmering lakes in elegant boats. As we delve deeper into history, we encounter iconic moments such as George Washington crossing Delaware during America's War of Independence. This chromolithograph immortalizes his courageous journey—a testament to how pivotal role-rowers played throughout history. Whether you're drawn by its artistic allure or inspired by tales from yesteryears' races like Oxford versus Cambridge Boat Race in 1873—rowing remains an enduring symbol of strength united with teamwork.