Waterman Collection (#2)

Cartoon, A Waterman and a Lighterman. circa 1833

St Nicholas (chromolitho)
1094002 St Nicholas (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Nicholas. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Waterman (coloured engraving)
2776139 Waterman (coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Waterman, 1827.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

The Blackwall waterman (engraving)
2797853 The Blackwall waterman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Blackwall waterman)

The Stationers Barge (engraving)
2788417 The Stationers Barge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stationers Barge)

Sally Brown and Ben the Carpenter (colour litho)
1036629 Sally Brown and Ben the Carpenter (colour litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sally Brown and Ben the Carpenter)

Tommy Atkins in India, on the March from Kamptee to Mhow (engraving)
1036475 Tommy Atkins in India, on the March from Kamptee to Mhow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tommy Atkins in India)

The press gang (engraving)
665022 The press gang (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The press gang seizing a waterman of Tower Hill on the morning of his marriage day)

Old Copper the Waterman and the Duke of Grafton (coloured engraving)
587679 Old Copper the Waterman and the Duke of Grafton (coloured engraving) by Pyne, William Henry (1769-1843); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Copper, the Waterman, and the Duke of Grafton)

Waterman, Ticket Porter, Fellowship Porter, Coachstand and New Milk from the Cow
6340382 Waterman, Ticket Porter, Fellowship Porter, Coachstand and New Milk from the Cow by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Waterman, Ticket Porter, Fellowship Porter)

Waterman (colour litho)
3650325 Waterman (colour litho) by Petherick, H.W. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Waterman. Illustration for London Characters (Aunt Louisas London Toy Books)

Chinese Peasantry and Waterman playing at Dice (engraving)
3653922 Chinese Peasantry and Waterman playing at Dice (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese Peasantry and Waterman playing at Dice)

The Demon Torpedo-Boat, a Legend of the Manoeuvres (engraving)
1062888 The Demon Torpedo-Boat, a Legend of the Manoeuvres (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Demon Torpedo-Boat, a Legend of the Manoeuvres)

Waterman of Callao, ca. 1890-1892. Creator: Unknown
Waterman of Callao, ca. 1890-1892

Thames Waterman 1804
The Thames A boatman takes a couple for a a trip on the river Thames, London Date: 1804

Miseries of London: Entering upon any of the bridges of London or any of the passages leading to the Thames being assailed by a groupe [sic] of watermen holding up their hands and bawling out

A Fresh-Water Salute, 1799. 1799. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Fresh-Water Salute, 1799

A Watermans Family, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
A Watermans Family, 1872. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co. 72-78, Turnmill Street, E.C. 1872]

Her Majestys Watermen, (c1897). Artist: E&S Woodbury
Her Majestys Watermen, (c1897). From Sixty Years A Queen: The Story of Her Majestys Reign, by Sir Herbert Maxwell. [Harmsworth Bros, Limited, London, c1897]

Victorian family being rowed across the Thames to Tower of London
Vintage engraving of Victorian family being rowed across the Thames to Tower of London, 1870s, 19th Century

Scene on the Thames at Brandenburgh House, Hammersmith, London, 1820. Artist: F Vincent
Scene on the Thames at Brandenburgh House, Hammersmith, London, 1820. The Watermen and Lightermen of the River Thames and parishioners of St Saviour

Waterman in Doggetts coat and badge, (c1860?)

A waterman, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A waterman, 1855. Dressed in a red jacket and waistcoat, black neckerchief and hat

A waterman to a coach stand, Provincial Characters, 1813
View of a waterman to a coach stand, carrying two pails of water, with a coach behind him. From Provincial Characters, 1813

Taking water for Vauxhall, be careful my love, don t expose your leg, London, 1790; scene at the foot of some riverside steps showing a waterman apparently thigh-deep in water

Gambols on the River Thames, Feby, 1814. Artist: George Cruikshank
Gambols on the River Thames, Feby, 1814, shows a frost fair in the region of Blackfriars Bridge, London. To the right a waterman watches another man play skittles

Bishops rowing on the River Thames, London, 1747. Artist: M Bavavinet
Bishops rowing on the River Thames, London, 1747. Haw y, haw y, L-b-th haw y, Sculls, sculls to Lambeth! See how hard they pull em! But sure the Temples nearer much than Fulham

Steve Waterman, Splashpoint Jazz Club, Eastbourne, East Sussex, November 30, 2016

Steve Waterman playing the trumpet at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 10 May 1992

Waterman, 1827
Waterman from The Gentlemans Pocket Magazine, pub. 1827 (hand coloured engraving)

A Young Man Helps A Pretty Young Woman Into A Wherry Which Will Cross The Thames River In London. The Young Boatman Who Is Standing In The Water Holds The Boat Against The Landing-Place

The Press Gang Seizing A Waterman On Tower Hill On The Morning Of His Marriage Day. Engraved By R Anderson After A
The Press Gang Seizing A Waterman On Tower Hill On The Morning Of His Marriage Day.Engraved By R Anderson After A. Johnston.From The Book " Illustrations Of English And Scottish History"

A A Waterman, Hillbrow Scout Troop, Johannesburg
A A Waterman, Assistant Scoutmaster, Hillbrow Scout Troop, Johannesburg, South Africa

Geoffrey Dobson, 1935. Geoffrey Dobson (1826-1893), waterman and swimming instructor at Eton College. From The Eton Book of the River - With Some Account of the Thames and the Evolution Boat-Racing

Watermans Good Companions Set, 1934, (1934). From The Bookman - Special Christmas Number 1934. [Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1934]

The Press-Gang: Seizing a Waterman on Tower Hill on the Morning of His Marriage, (1878). After Alexander Johnston (1815?1891)

Advertisement for Watermans Ideal Founain Pen, 1908-1909. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1908-1909, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 14

An advertisement for Waterman pens, 1938. Plate taken from Plaisir de France (December, 1938)

Father Thames Himself Again, 1865 Artist: John Tenniel
Father Thames Himself Again, 1865. Lor Bless Yer R Y L Ighness! I ain t the Same River since I Gave up Scavenging and Turned Waterman

Steve Waterman, 2008. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Steve Waterman in Simon Spillett Quartet, Southport Jazz on a Winters Weekend, 2008

The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Rowing Up The River Thames
Vintage engraving from Charles Dickenss The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Up the river, by Sir Luke Fildes. Within half an hour they were setting this matter right by going up the river

Watermans Hall London
Watermans Hall, Saint Marys Hill Date: 1830

John Taylor, Poet
JOHN TAYLOR - known as the Water Poet because he was formerly a Thames waterman : author of many books and pamphlets, often scurrilous, latterly kept an alehouse. Date: 1580 - 1653

AD: WATERMAN PEN, 1919. Advertisement for Waterman fountain pens, the weapon of peace. Lithograph by Eugene Oge, 1919

Source Size = 2571 x 1731
Wreck of " the Waterman" Steamer, Off Hastings

Source Size = 2511 x 1579
R.T.Y.C. Match, Drawn by N.M. Condy. Esq. the " antagonist" and " mystery" Towed Off by the Waterman Steamer

A Watermans Family, from London, A Pilgrimage written by William Blanchard Jerrold
XJF441931 A Watermans Family, from London, A Pilgrimage written by William Blanchard Jerrold, edition published in 1890 (engraving) by Dore

A Water Carrier (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF294017 A Water Carrier (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " New River Water!" ; ); English, out of copyright

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"Waterman: Navigating the Depths of History and Artistry" From the quaint streets of Lonsdale Road in Barnes, south-west London, to an unassuming Fountain Pen Repair Shop in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, the name "Waterman" has left its mark across time and continents. One notable figure bearing this moniker was Waterman Petherick, a skilled craftsman whose expertise in repairing fountain pens earned him recognition among pen enthusiasts worldwide. Delving deeper into history, we encounter a captivating image from 1926-1927 depicting a Thames waterman and his boat resting on the sandy shores of Bankside. The artist McLeish masterfully captures the essence of this trade that once thrived along London's iconic river. The legacy of watermen extends far beyond picturesque scenes. Dating back to 1680s Thames Ferryman who tirelessly ferried passengers across the river's currents near London Bridge. Their dedication ensured smooth crossings for all who relied on their services during those bustling times. In another corner of London's rich tapestry lies Dennis Waterman and his father Harry Frank Waterman – one working as a ticket collector while nurturing dreams within young Dennis' heart. This glimpse into their lives showcases how even seemingly ordinary individuals can inspire greatness. Venturing further abroad, an oil painting from 1831 transports us to Grenoble with its majestic Belledonne mountain range looming in the background. The artist skillfully captures both natural beauty and human presence amidst this breathtaking landscape. A bronze arm badge hailing from Ryde on Isle of Wight circa 1840 bears witness to yet another facet associated with "Watermans. " This intriguing artifact hints at maritime connections or perhaps even tales told by seafarers who proudly wore such badges as symbols of their profession. Fast forward to November 30th, 2016 - four names converge: Steve Waterman, Alex Eberhard, Roy Hilton, and Steve Thompson.