Skerry Collection

Engraving depicting Skerryvore Lighthouse
5308677 Engraving depicting Skerryvore Lighthouse; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Skerryvore Lighthouse. Skerryvore is a remote reef that lies off the west coast of Scotland)

Engraving depicting Skerryvore Lighthouse
5308724 Engraving depicting Skerryvore Lighthouse; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Skerryvore Lighthouse. Skerryvore is a remote reef that lies off the west coast of Scotland)

The Outermost Skerries. Creator: Otto Sinding
The Outermost Skerries, Unknown date

Moon Rising in the Skerries. Creator: Konrad Simonsson
Moon Rising in the Skerries, Unknown date

The Gåsö Skerries. Creator: Carl Wilhelmson
The Gaso Skerries, Unknown date

The Skerries at Marstrand, Sweden, 1852. Creator: Carl Frederik Sorensen
The Skerries at Marstrand, Sweden, 1852

The Outermost Skerry, Munich, 1883 (oil on canvas)
476826 The Outermost Skerry, Munich, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Sinding, Otto Ludvig (1842-1909); 106 x 136 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ved de ytterste skjaer, Munchen.); Photo © O. Vaering

Small town Kabelvag, island Austvagoya. The Lofoten islands in northern Norway during winter. Europe, Scandinavia, Norway, February

Coastal scenery at Kaikoura in Canterbury, New Zealand

Rock formations along the Southern Region of Iceland
Rock formations along the coastline of the Southern Region of Iceland; Myrdalshreppur, Southern Region, Iceland

Engraving depicting Skerryvore Lighthouse, West coast of Scotland, 19th century
Engraving depicting Skerryvore Lighthouse. Skerryvore is a remote reef that lies off the west coast of Scotland. Dated 19th century

In the Skerries. Artist: Zorn, Anders Leonard (1860-1920)
In the Skerries. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Rugged rocks of Tindholmur seen from the hiking trail between Bour and Gasadalur, Vagar, Faroe Islands, Denmark

Cliffs in front of the silhouette of the rugged rocks of Tindholmur, Vagar, Faroe Islands, Denmark

Islet of Tindholmur or Tindholmur, rugged cliffs rising from the sea, Vagar, Faroe Islands, Denmark

Birds nesting on a skerry
skerry with full of nest of Phalacrocorax carbo Stockholm archipelago

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A skerry is a small rocky island or reef, typically uninhabited and surrounded by shallow water. These rugged formations can be found in coastal regions around the world, providing unique habitats for marine life and seabirds. Skerries are often exposed to the elements, battered by waves and wind, yet they stand resilient against the forces of nature. Their jagged edges and rough surfaces create a striking contrast with the calm waters that lap at their shores. Exploring a they are be an exhilarating experience, as you navigate through narrow channels and scramble over slippery rocks. The isolation of these remote outcrops adds to their mystique, making them alluring destinations for adventurous souls seeking solitude in nature's raw beauty. As you gaze out from a skerry towards the horizon, you may feel a sense of awe at the vastness of the ocean stretching endlessly before you. The sound of crashing waves echoes off the cliffs, creating a symphony of nature's power and majesty. Whether viewed from afar or explored up close, skerries offer a glimpse into a wild and untamed world where life thrives in harmony with its harsh surroundings. They serve as reminders of our planet's incredible diversity and resilience, inspiring us to protect these fragile ecosystems for future generations to enjoy.