Wooden Ship Collection

Lighthouse warning a clipper ship of dangerous shores
Sailing ship passing a lighthouse marking the way to home port, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

American clipper ship Great Republic
American clipper ship " Great Republic, " designed by Donald McKay. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

American yacht Mohawk
Americas Cup contender " Mohawk" under full sail, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Information sign with sailing ship to the Darss Museum, Prerow, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Baltic Sea, Northern Germany, Germany

Wooden fishing boat in Roundstone. Co. Galway, Connacht province, Ireland

Capture of New Orleans, pub. L. Prang & Co. 1888 (colour litho)
2655397 Capture of New Orleans, pub. L. Prang & Co. 1888 (colour litho) by Thulstrup, Thure de (1848-1930); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Colonial shipyard
Ship-building in colonial North America. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Clipper ship Flying Cloud launched in Boston
Launch of shipbuilder Donald McKays clipper ship " Flying Cloud" in Boston, 1851. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ship-building in New England, 1800s
Busy New England shipyard in the 19th century. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

American clipper ship, close-hauled on a wind. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Clipper ship loading supplies for the California gold fields
Clipper ship R.B. Forbes in Boston, taking on cargo for California, 1851. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Leif Eriksson (10th century) sights land in America, 1893
XTD68570 Leif Eriksson (10th century) sights land in America, 1893 by Krohg, Christian (1852-1925); Nasjonalgalleriet, Oslo, Norway; Norwegian, out of copyright

A Deep Sea Diver On A Boat
c. 1918 A deep sea diver enters the water from a ladder on the side of a ship

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"Navigating Treacherous Shores: A Wooden Ship's Tale" In the vast expanse of the ocean, a majestic wooden ship sails under the watchful eye of a lighthouse warning. The American clipper ship Great Republic cuts through the waves with grace and determination, its sleek design reflecting an era of maritime excellence. As it glides across the waters, another vessel catches our attention - the American yacht Mohawk. With its polished wooden exterior and elegant sails, it embodies luxury and adventure on the high seas. Further along our journey, we stumble upon an information sign leading us to the Darss Museum in Prerow, Germany. Intriguingly, it showcases a sailing ship from centuries past - a testament to Northern Germany's rich nautical heritage. Our exploration takes us westward to Ireland's Connacht province where we encounter a humble wooden fishing boat in Roundstone. This traditional vessel represents generations of seafaring traditions that have sustained coastal communities for centuries. Delving into history once more, we come across L. Prang & Co. 's 1888 lithograph capturing the dramatic Capture of New Orleans during colonial times. The intricately detailed depiction transports us back in time to witness this pivotal moment firsthand. Venturing further back into history brings us to colonial shipyards where skilled craftsmen meticulously construct sturdy vessels that will brave treacherous waters. These ships become symbols of resilience as they embark on perilous voyages across uncharted territories. The launch of Boston's Clipper ship Flying Cloud marks yet another milestone in America's maritime legacy. Its swift speed and impressive cargo capacity revolutionize trade routes and solidify America's position as a global naval power. Traveling up north to New England in the 1800s reveals bustling scenes of shipbuilding activity along its picturesque coastlines. Skilled artisans ply their trade with precision and dedication as they contribute to America's growing fleet.