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Sailboat Collection (#7)

"Sail away into the past with the majestic 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda, gracefully sailing close hauled in 1933

Background imageSailboat Collection: Fleet with a ship on fire, 18th century (pen & ink drawing, grey wash)

Fleet with a ship on fire, 18th century (pen & ink drawing, grey wash)
7341813 Fleet with a ship on fire, 18th century (pen & ink drawing, grey wash) by Cleveley, Robert (1747-1809); 29x35.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Canopus 80 guns First class 2nd rate, c.1849 (etching)

Canopus 80 guns First class 2nd rate, c.1849 (etching)
7341808 Canopus 80 guns First class 2nd rate, c.1849 (etching) by Nibbs, Richard Henry (c.1816-93); 27.4x38 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: 64-gun ship Dictator (1783) engaging Danish gunboats, 26 June 1808, c.1810 (coloured lithograph)

64-gun ship Dictator (1783) engaging Danish gunboats, 26 June 1808, c.1810 (coloured lithograph)
7341800 64-gun ship Dictator (1783) engaging Danish gunboats, 26 June 1808, c.1810 (coloured lithograph) by Truslew, N. (19th century); 33x45.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Attack on Chinese Pirates by the pinnace of HMS Druid, 1842, 19th century (watercolour)

Attack on Chinese Pirates by the pinnace of HMS Druid, 1842, 19th century (watercolour)
7341826 Attack on Chinese Pirates by the pinnace of HMS Druid, 1842, 19th century (watercolour) by O'Reilly, M. (19th century); 23x37.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The China War 1857, three of HM Ships bombarding and ship's boats inshore, 1857 (watercolour)

The China War 1857, three of HM Ships bombarding and ship's boats inshore, 1857 (watercolour)
7341745 The China War 1857, three of HM Ships bombarding and ship's boats inshore, 1857 (watercolour) by Dutton, Thomas Goldsworth (c.1819-91); 17.7x30.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Portrait of the English ship Worcester 60 guns, 18th century (pen, ink, grey wash)

Portrait of the English ship Worcester 60 guns, 18th century (pen, ink, grey wash)
7341702 Portrait of the English ship Worcester 60 guns, 18th century (pen, ink, grey wash) by Hood, John (fl.18th century) (attr.to); 33.4x25.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Lithograph entitled, Clipper Ship Queen of Clippers 1853 by N Currier, 1853 (lithograph, coloured)

Lithograph entitled, Clipper Ship Queen of Clippers 1853 by N Currier, 1853 (lithograph, coloured)
7341679 Lithograph entitled, Clipper Ship Queen of Clippers 1853 by N Currier, 1853 (lithograph, coloured) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M

Background imageSailboat Collection: The British fleet off Kronborg Castle, Elsinore, 28 March 1801 [before the Battle of Copenhagen]

The British fleet off Kronborg Castle, Elsinore, 28 March 1801 [before the Battle of Copenhagen], 1810 (watercolour)
7341546 The British fleet off Kronborg Castle, Elsinore, 28 March 1801 [before the Battle of Copenhagen], 1810 (watercolour) by Pocock, Nicholas (1741-1821); 48x75 cm; National Maritime Museum

Background imageSailboat Collection: Sketch of the situation of the Winterton, on Tuesday the 21 August 1792

Sketch of the situation of the Winterton, on Tuesday the 21 August 1792, in the forenoon when some rafts were leaving
7341672 Sketch of the situation of the Winterton, on Tuesday the 21 August 1792, in the forenoon when some rafts were leaving the ship, 19th century (etching) by Lizars

Background imageSailboat Collection: Seascape, sketchbook, 1901-04 (graphite, watercolour)

Seascape, sketchbook, 1901-04 (graphite, watercolour)
7341528 Seascape, sketchbook, 1901-04 (graphite, watercolour) by Everett, John (1876-1949); 18.1x27.2x0.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Sketchbook, 1901-04 (graphite, watercolour)

Sketchbook, 1901-04 (graphite, watercolour)
7341521 Sketchbook, 1901-04 (graphite, watercolour) by Everett, John (1876-1949); 18.1x27.2x0.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Going into the port of Flushing (engraving)

Going into the port of Flushing (engraving)
7341613 Going into the port of Flushing (engraving) by Sayer, Robert (1724/5-94); 17.5x22 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: B)

Background imageSailboat Collection: The Arctic ocean Captain Ross and the crew of the Victory saved by the Isabella of Hull

The Arctic ocean Captain Ross and the crew of the Victory saved by the Isabella of Hull, 1833 (coloured engraving)
7295545 The Arctic ocean Captain Ross and the crew of the Victory saved by the Isabella of Hull, 1833 (coloured engraving) by Ross, John (1777-1856) (after); 13.6x21.1 cm; National Maritime Museum

Background imageSailboat Collection: Clipper ship Dreadnought off Tuskar Light 12 1/2 days from New York on her celebrated passage into

Clipper ship Dreadnought off Tuskar Light 12 1/2 days from New York on her celebrated passage into dock at Liverpool in
7342614 Clipper ship Dreadnought off Tuskar Light 12 1/2 days from New York on her celebrated passage into dock at Liverpool in 13 days 11 hours Decr 1854

Background imageSailboat Collection: William Rennie 1850 (lithograph, coloured)

William Rennie 1850 (lithograph, coloured)
7342613 William Rennie 1850 (lithograph, coloured) by Maclure, Macdonald & Co. (19th century); 62.7x94 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Thomas Dave [artist]; A)

Background imageSailboat Collection: Portrait of the Tiger (1647), c.1681 (graphite, grey wash)

Portrait of the Tiger (1647), c.1681 (graphite, grey wash)
7342304 Portrait of the Tiger (1647), c.1681 (graphite, grey wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 35.3x72.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Portrait of the Saudadoes, c.1676 (graphite, grey wash)

Portrait of the Saudadoes, c.1676 (graphite, grey wash)
7342303 Portrait of the Saudadoes, c.1676 (graphite, grey wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); 32.6x73.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: An English yacht at anchor furling sail, 1684 (graphite, grey wash)

An English yacht at anchor furling sail, 1684 (graphite, grey wash)
7342302 An English yacht at anchor furling sail, 1684 (graphite, grey wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 34.5x73.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Portrait of the Charles Galley, c.1676 (graphite, grey wash)

Portrait of the Charles Galley, c.1676 (graphite, grey wash)
7342301 Portrait of the Charles Galley, c.1676 (graphite, grey wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 34.9x74.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Four sailors relaxing on deck, one reading, 1820 (pen, ink, wash, watercolour)

Four sailors relaxing on deck, one reading, 1820 (pen, ink, wash, watercolour)
7342273 Four sailors relaxing on deck, one reading, 1820 (pen, ink, wash, watercolour) by Streatfeild, Thomas (1777-1848); 8.5x13.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Clipper Ship Lahloo, 799 Tons, preparing to land Pilot off the Owers, 19th September 1867

Clipper Ship Lahloo, 799 Tons, preparing to land Pilot off the Owers, 19th September 1867, c.1868-74 (lithograph)
7342203 Clipper Ship Lahloo, 799 Tons, preparing to land Pilot off the Owers, 19th September 1867, c.1868-74 (lithograph, coloured) by Dutton

Background imageSailboat Collection: A 50-gun frigate with her staysails hoisted, calm and fine, awnings spread

A 50-gun frigate with her staysails hoisted, calm and fine, awnings spread
7342262 A 50-gun frigate with her staysails hoisted, calm and fine, awnings spread, mid 19th century (pen and brown ink and brown wash) by Schetky

Background imageSailboat Collection: Clipper ship Dharwar in a rough sea, 19th century (watercolour)

Clipper ship Dharwar in a rough sea, 19th century (watercolour)
7342200 Clipper ship Dharwar in a rough sea, 19th century (watercolour) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 42.9x65.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The Celebrated Iron Clipper Ship Chile 767 Tons Register, belonging to Messrs Seymour Peacock & Co

The Celebrated Iron Clipper Ship Chile 767 Tons Register, belonging to Messrs Seymour Peacock & Co of London
7342194 The Celebrated Iron Clipper Ship Chile 767 Tons Register, belonging to Messrs Seymour Peacock & Co of London, 1854-61 (coloured lithograph) by Kell Brothers (fl.1868)

Background imageSailboat Collection: Clipper Ship Schomberg (1855), 1854-61 (lithograph)

Clipper Ship Schomberg (1855), 1854-61 (lithograph)
7342193 Clipper Ship Schomberg (1855), 1854-61 (lithograph) by Dutton, Thomas Goldsworth (c.1819-91); 55.5x73.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: G.H)

Background imageSailboat Collection: Clipper ship Spray of the Ocean, 19th century (coloured lithograph)

Clipper ship Spray of the Ocean, 19th century (coloured lithograph)
7342192 Clipper ship Spray of the Ocean, 19th century (coloured lithograph) by Isaac, John R. (d.1871); 46x59.9 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: C.P)

Background imageSailboat Collection: The English and French fleets in the Baltic, 1854, 1855 (coloured lithograph)

The English and French fleets in the Baltic, 1854, 1855 (coloured lithograph)
7342177 The English and French fleets in the Baltic, 1854, 1855 (coloured lithograph) by Brierly, Oswald Walters (1817-94) (after); 55.1x74.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Attack on the pirate squadron of Shap-ng-tsai, by Columbine, Fury and Phlegethon, Gulf of Tonkin

Attack on the pirate squadron of Shap-ng-tsai, by Columbine, Fury and Phlegethon, Gulf of Tonkin, 21 October 1849
7342176 Attack on the pirate squadron of Shap-ng-tsai, by Columbine, Fury and Phlegethon, Gulf of Tonkin, 21 October 1849, 1849 (coloured lithograph) by Cree

Background imageSailboat Collection: HMS Mediator chasing the Menagere, 1783 (aquatint, etching)

HMS Mediator chasing the Menagere, 1783 (aquatint, etching)
7342169 HMS Mediator chasing the Menagere, 1783 (aquatint, etching) by Pocock, Nicholas (1741-1821); 42x56.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The loss of the East India Company's ship Halsewell on the night of the 5-6 January 1786

The loss of the East India Company's ship Halsewell on the night of the 5-6 January 1786, c.1786 (aquatint)
7342163 The loss of the East India Company's ship Halsewell on the night of the 5-6 January 1786, c.1786 (aquatint, etching) by Dodd, Robert (1748-1815); 41.5x55.5 cm; National Maritime Museum

Background imageSailboat Collection: Portrait of the Ijlst, built 1653, 30 guns, last mentioned 1666, c.1665 (offset)

Portrait of the Ijlst, built 1653, 30 guns, last mentioned 1666, c.1665 (offset)
7342042 Portrait of the Ijlst, built 1653, 30 guns, last mentioned 1666, c.1665 (offset) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); 43.5x29.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Portrait of the Wakende Boei, c.1664 (offset)

Portrait of the Wakende Boei, c.1664 (offset)
7342034 Portrait of the Wakende Boei, c.1664 (offset) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); 32.7x42.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Willem van de Velde)

Background imageSailboat Collection: Whalers. From the picture in the National Gallery, 19th century (coloured engraving)

Whalers. From the picture in the National Gallery, 19th century (coloured engraving)
7342019 Whalers. From the picture in the National Gallery, 19th century (coloured engraving) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851) (after); 23.4x32.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Portrait of the Thomas and Elizabeth, c.1690 (graphite)

Portrait of the Thomas and Elizabeth, c.1690 (graphite)
7341998 Portrait of the Thomas and Elizabeth, c.1690 (graphite) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); 18.2x30 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: A Dutch squadron forming line of battle, May 1672?, c.1672 (pencil, wash)

A Dutch squadron forming line of battle, May 1672?, c.1672 (pencil, wash)
7341974 A Dutch squadron forming line of battle, May 1672?, c.1672 (pencil, wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 25.4x42.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Clipper ship Duncan Dunbar, 1400 tons, c.1850s (print)

Clipper ship Duncan Dunbar, 1400 tons, c.1850s (print)
7341949 Clipper ship Duncan Dunbar, 1400 tons, c.1850s (print) by Dutton, Thomas Goldsworth (c.1819-91); National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Dinner D'adieu: menu cover from RMSP Araguaya (1906), 1927 (menu)

Dinner D'adieu: menu cover from RMSP Araguaya (1906), 1927 (menu)
7339849 Dinner D'adieu: menu cover from RMSP Araguaya (1906), 1927 (menu) by Shoesmith, Kenneth (1890-1939); 60x51 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Kenneth D)

Background imageSailboat Collection: Double canoe off Moalu, Feejee Islands, Septr 26th 1849 [Fiji], 1849 (pen, ink)

Double canoe off Moalu, Feejee Islands, Septr 26th 1849 [Fiji], 1849 (pen, ink)
7295606 Double canoe off Moalu, Feejee Islands, Septr 26th 1849 [Fiji], 1849 (pen, ink) by Fanshawe, Admiral Sir Edward Gennys (1814-1906); 15.7x25.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The Rising Star (1821) built for the War of Independence in Spanish South America, 1931 (print)

The Rising Star (1821) built for the War of Independence in Spanish South America, 1931 (print)
7295576 The Rising Star (1821) built for the War of Independence in Spanish South America, 1931 (print) by English School, (19th century) (after); 35.4x45.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The Battle of Copenhagen, 2 April 1801, 1801 (oil on canvas)

The Battle of Copenhagen, 2 April 1801, 1801 (oil on canvas)
7337697 The Battle of Copenhagen, 2 April 1801, 1801 (oil on canvas) by Serres, John Thomas (1759-1825); 49.5x81.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Nelson forcing the passage of the sound, 30 March 1801, prior to the Battle of Copenhagen

Nelson forcing the passage of the sound, 30 March 1801, prior to the Battle of Copenhagen, 1801-15 (oil on canvas)
7337695 Nelson forcing the passage of the sound, 30 March 1801, prior to the Battle of Copenhagen, 1801-15 (oil on canvas) by Dodd, Robert (1748-1815); 61x91.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The Battle of the Nile, 1 August 1798, 1801 (oil painting)

The Battle of the Nile, 1 August 1798, 1801 (oil painting)
7337690 The Battle of the Nile, 1 August 1798, 1801 (oil painting) by Luny, Thomas (1759-1837); 90.2x151.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The Captain capturing the San Nicolas and the San Jose at the Battle of Cape St Vincent

The Captain capturing the San Nicolas and the San Jose at the Battle of Cape St Vincent, 14 February 1797
7337680 The Captain capturing the San Nicolas and the San Jose at the Battle of Cape St Vincent, 14 February 1797, 1808 (oil on canvas) by Pocock

Background imageSailboat Collection: The General Goddard capturing Dutch East Indiamen, late 18th century - early 19th century

The General Goddard capturing Dutch East Indiamen, late 18th century - early 19th century (oil on canvas)
7337677 The General Goddard capturing Dutch East Indiamen, late 18th century - early 19th century (oil on canvas) by Luny, Thomas (1759-1837); 114.3x184.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The Defence at the Battle of the 1 June 1794, 1811 (oil on canvas)

The Defence at the Battle of the 1 June 1794, 1811 (oil on canvas)
7337675 The Defence at the Battle of the 1 June 1794, 1811 (oil on canvas) by Pocock, Nicholas (1741-1821); 35.5x50.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: HMS Brunswick breaking the line at the Battle of the First of June, 1794, 1795 (oil on canvas)

HMS Brunswick breaking the line at the Battle of the First of June, 1794, 1795 (oil on canvas)
7337674 HMS Brunswick breaking the line at the Battle of the First of June, 1794, 1795 (oil on canvas) by Pocock, Nicholas (1741-1821); 4.5x58.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: The Brunswick and the Vengeur du Peuple at the Battle of the 1 June 1794, 1795 (oil on canvas)

The Brunswick and the Vengeur du Peuple at the Battle of the 1 June 1794, 1795 (oil on canvas)
7337672 The Brunswick and the Vengeur du Peuple at the Battle of the 1 June 1794, 1795 (oil on canvas) by Pocock, Nicholas (1741-1821); 139.7x190.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageSailboat Collection: Action between HMS Crescent and the Reunion, 20 October 1793: ships engaged (painting)

Action between HMS Crescent and the Reunion, 20 October 1793: ships engaged (painting)
7337671 Action between HMS Crescent and the Reunion, 20 October 1793: ships engaged (painting) by Jones, C. M. (18th century); 30.5x45.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London




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"Sail away into the past with the majestic 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda, gracefully sailing close hauled in 1933. " "Immerse yourself in the artistry of Whitby as captured by JMW Turner in 1824, where a sailboat glides through the picturesque waters. " "Experience the enchanting St. Peter Port Harbour at Night, nestled within the charming Guernsey Channel Islands, as a sailboat peacefully sails under moonlit skies. " "Escape to Marco Island's pristine beach in Florida, USA and witness a sailboat dancing along the azure waves of the United States of America (U). " "Discover maritime history on Chesapeake Bay as you marvel at Tall ship Kalmar Nyckel majestically sailing through Maryland's waters. " "Step back in time to Old Liverpool and envision an era when magnificent sailboats dominated its bustling harbor. " "Gaze upon Hermitage Bay and Caribbean Sea from above with breathtaking aerial views captured by drone, showcasing Antigua's natural beauty and serene sailboats dotting its shores. " "Witness architectural brilliance with Sankey Viaduct standing tall against scenic surroundings while a graceful sailboat passes beneath it. " "Soak up coastal charm at Aberaeron's Harbor in Cardigan Bay, Wales. Watch as colorful buildings frame a peaceful scene where sailboats find solace amidst gentle tides. " "Bask in luxury overlooking Monaco's glamorous Port Hercule. Sailboats adorn this Mediterranean gem known for its opulence and stunning Cote d'Azur coastline. " "Aerial view reveals Oranjestad marina's vibrant waterfront scene on Aruba island. Sailboats docked alongside bustling marketplaces create an idyllic Caribbean setting. " "Glimpse iconic Golden Gate Bridge spanning across San Francisco bay while elegant sailboats glide beneath it - capturing California dreamin' at its finest.