Sea Travel Collection

Notes of a Long Sea Voyage (engraving)
1046601 Notes of a Long Sea Voyage (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notes of a Long Sea Voyage)

Childrens Life on a Troopship, Rope Quoits on Deck (engraving)
1050206 Childrens Life on a Troopship, Rope Quoits on Deck (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Childrens Life on a Troopship, Rope Quoits on Deck)

Thumb-Nail Sketches round the Isle of Wight (engraving)
1055033 Thumb-Nail Sketches round the Isle of Wight (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thumb-Nail Sketches round the Isle of Wight)

Sketching and Photographing on Board Ship (engraving)
1047071 Sketching and Photographing on Board Ship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketching and Photographing on Board Ship)

Amusements on Board Ship, a Lottery during a Voyage to the Cape (engraving)
1046811 Amusements on Board Ship, a Lottery during a Voyage to the Cape (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amusements on Board Ship)

The Skating Competition between English and Dutch Professionals at Slikkerveer, near Rotterdam, Holland (engraving)
1050356 The Skating Competition between English and Dutch Professionals at Slikkerveer, near Rotterdam, Holland (engraving) by English School

Holiday Time Afloat (engraving)
1049174 Holiday Time Afloat (engraving) by Green, Charles (1840-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holiday Time Afloat)

A Cruise off the Coast of Karamanili, Asia Minor (engraving)
1045360 A Cruise off the Coast of Karamanili, Asia Minor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cruise off the Coast of Karamanili, Asia Minor)

The Belgian African Expedition, disembarking Elephants at Msasani Bay (engraving)
1045216 The Belgian African Expedition, disembarking Elephants at Msasani Bay (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Belgian African Expedition)

Is it Peace or War? An Incident in the Voyage of the "Tintagel Castle"to the Cape (litho)
1043255 Is it Peace or War? An Incident in the Voyage of the " Tintagel Castle" to the Cape (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Disturbed South Africa, Departure of the Volunteers for Bechuanaland (engraving)
1045846 Disturbed South Africa, Departure of the Volunteers for Bechuanaland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Disturbed South Africa)

SS "Mira"in Quarantine at El Tor on the Arabian Coast (engraving)
1045541 SS " Mira" in Quarantine at El Tor on the Arabian Coast (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

With Emigrants from Liverpool to Canada (engraving)
1045917 With Emigrants from Liverpool to Canada (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With Emigrants from Liverpool to Canada)

Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India (engraving)
1047604 Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ninety-Two in the Shade)

En Route to Brazil, Sketch on Board the Steam-Ship Thames (engraving)
1614556 En Route to Brazil, Sketch on Board the Steam-Ship Thames (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: En Route to Brazil)

An Afternoon in the Tropics Indian Ocean (engraving)
1587571 An Afternoon in the Tropics Indian Ocean (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Afternoon in the Tropics Indian Ocean)

Siesta on Board the Steamer between Malta and Alexandria (engraving)
1587465 Siesta on Board the Steamer between Malta and Alexandria (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Seeking Fortune (engraving)
1596200 Seeking Fortune (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seeking Fortune. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 October 1889)

Christmas Eve on Board an Australian Pleasure Steamer (engraving)
1596415 Christmas Eve on Board an Australian Pleasure Steamer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Eve on Board an Australian Pleasure Steamer)

Leaving the Port of London (engraving)
1588880 Leaving the Port of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leaving the Port of London)

Compass, end nineteenth century (wood & metal)
CHT239213 Compass, end nineteenth century (wood & metal) by French School, (19th century); CNAM, Conservatoire National des Arts et Metiers

En Route to China (engraving)
1587563 En Route to China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: En Route to China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 June 1857)

Drawing Lots on Board the "Valetta, "for the Vans across the Desert (engraving)
1587466 Drawing Lots on Board the " Valetta, " for the Vans across the Desert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Voyage to the Gold Coast, After-Deck of the Mail Steamer Volta (engraving)
1621145 Voyage to the Gold Coast, After-Deck of the Mail Steamer Volta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Voyage to the Gold Coast)

Afternoon Tea under Difficulties (engraving)
1627439 Afternoon Tea under Difficulties (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afternoon Tea under Difficulties)

Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor (engraving)
1628286 Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Our Special Artist En Route to Burmah (engraving)
1623058 Our Special Artist En Route to Burmah (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Special Artist En Route to Burmah)

An Egyptian Conjuror on Board an Orient Line Steam-Ship at Port Said (engraving)
1596232 An Egyptian Conjuror on Board an Orient Line Steam-Ship at Port Said (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches on Board the Cunard Steam-Ship Etruria (engraving)
1591056 Sketches on Board the Cunard Steam-Ship Etruria (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on Board the Cunard Steam-Ship Etruria)

Passengers are requested not to speak to the Man at the Wheel (engraving)
1596695 Passengers are requested not to speak to the Man at the Wheel (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Bulls Trip to the Continent (chromolitho)
1042497 John Bulls Trip to the Continent (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Bulls Trip to the Continent)

Landing at Constantinople, an Artists Experience (engraving)
1041901 Landing at Constantinople, an Artists Experience (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landing at Constantinople, an Artists Experience)

Cavalry and Artillery Practice on Board a Transport, as suggested by a "Military Expert"(engraving)
1048716 Cavalry and Artillery Practice on Board a Transport, as suggested by a " Military Expert" (engraving) by Ralston

Mr H M Stanleys Arrival at Zanzibar, addressing the Officers and Men of HMS "Tarquoise"after Church Service
1047021 Mr H M Stanleys Arrival at Zanzibar, addressing the Officers and Men of HMS " Tarquoise" after Church Service (engraving) by English School

Good-Bye! The Ship leaving for Australia (litho)
1046997 Good-Bye! The Ship leaving for Australia (litho) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Good-Bye! The Ship leaving for Australia)

The Girl with Thirty-Nine Lovers (chromolitho)
1046862 The Girl with Thirty-Nine Lovers (chromolitho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Girl with Thirty-Nine Lovers)

On Board an Emigrant Ship, the Breakfast Bell (engraving)
1045928 On Board an Emigrant Ship, the Breakfast Bell (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: On Board an Emigrant Ship, the Breakfast Bell)

On the Way to South Africa (litho)
1043174 On the Way to South Africa (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Way to South Africa)

"L Entente Cordiale", Visit of English Troops to the French Transport "Tonquin"at Colombo
1055284 " L Entente Cordiale", Visit of English Troops to the French Transport " Tonquin" at Colombo (engraving) by English School

Life on Board a Troop-Ship, Early Morning Coffee in the Saloon (engraving)
1055203 Life on Board a Troop-Ship, Early Morning Coffee in the Saloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board a Troop-Ship)

Sketches by a Pilgrim on the Way to Paray-le-Monial (engraving)
1048976 Sketches by a Pilgrim on the Way to Paray-le-Monial (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches by a Pilgrim on the Way to Paray-le-Monial)

In the Highlands (engraving)
1625863 In the Highlands (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Highlands. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 August 1871)

An Auction on Board a Cape Liner (engraving)
1606187 An Auction on Board a Cape Liner (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Auction on Board a Cape Liner)

The Voyage to China, Poop of a Peninsular and Oriental Companys Steamer on the Red Sea (engraving)
1589104 The Voyage to China, Poop of a Peninsular and Oriental Companys Steamer on the Red Sea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Voyage to China)

Our Artists Voyage to America (engraving)
1626732 Our Artists Voyage to America (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Artists Voyage to America)

Hoisting Sail in the Atlantic (engraving)
1622619 Hoisting Sail in the Atlantic (engraving) by Emslie, Alfred Edward (1848-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hoisting Sail in the Atlantic)

Christmas Greetings at Sea (engraving)
1595915 Christmas Greetings at Sea (engraving) by Price, Julius Mandes (1857-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Greetings at Sea)

Across Two Oceans, the Atlantic Voyage (engraving)
1595132 Across Two Oceans, the Atlantic Voyage (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Across Two Oceans, the Atlantic Voyage)

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Embarking on a Journey: Exploring the Wonders in the 19th Century Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world during the mid-19th century. From luxurious steam ships to troopships filled with children, this advertisement for a new line of steam ships to America promises an unforgettable voyage. As you peruse through these printed papers, let your imagination sail away. Join us as we delve into "Notes of a Long Sea Voyage, " depicted through an enchanting engraving that captures the essence of life onboard. Picture yourself amidst rope quoits on deck, witnessing children's laughter echoing across vast ocean horizons. Venturing further, thumb-nail sketches take us around the Isle of Wight, revealing stunning landscapes and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Sketching and photographing become cherished pastimes aboard ship as passengers capture memories that will last a lifetime. Amidst these adventures at sea, amusements abound. Engage in lively lotteries during voyages to Cape Town or witness thrilling skating competitions between English and Dutch professionals near Rotterdam. The spirit of camaraderie fills every corner as holiday time unfolds onboard. Prepare for breathtaking encounters beyond Europe's shores; embark on a cruise off the coast of Karamanili in Asia Minor or witness elephants disembarking at Msasani Bay during The Belgian African Expedition. These engravings transport you to exotic lands where cultures collide and wonders await exploration. Yet not all journeys are tranquil; some carry undertones of uncertainty. Experience tension unfold aboard "Tintagel Castle" as passengers question whether peace or war awaits them upon arrival at their destination. Disturbed South Africa beckons volunteers departing for Bechuanaland, highlighting both bravery and trepidation intertwined within each voyage. As you reflect upon these glimpses into history's maritime escapades, let your mind wander through oceans unknown while appreciating the comforts of modern sea travel.