Boatman Collection

Eustace Rogers, the last coracle man of Ironbridge, Shropshire
He is pictured with a coracle on his back at the bottom of his garden on the banks of the River Severn. Mr Rogers died aged 88 in 2003. First published The Times Date: 1987

Malta - Valletta - a traditional Dghajsa boat. Date: circa 1908

Malpas Ferry at Tregothnan landing, St Michael Penkivel, Cornwall. Around 1887
A view of the Tregothnan landing place looking towards Malpas with a view of the houses along the top. The gentleman on the far left is Mr Allen, the ferryman, with his daughter Laura, aged 7

A Japanese Storm at Sea
A Japanese boatman in a stormy sea

Rialto Bridge and gondolier, Grand Canal, Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Thames Waterman 1804
A Thames boatman lands his passengers on the south bank of the Thames, near Waterloo; at this time there are some 20, 000 watermen serving those who need to cross the river

Conwy Castle Wales - from the landing place Date: circa 1880

Ferry at Bury, 1931
Ferryman and his wife crossing the river Arun Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N4507

Catania, the port with a view of the Aetna volcano, postcard Catania. Date of Photograph:1940 ca

Ponte Vecchio, Florence, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

The port of Portovenere Portovenere Harbour. Date of Photograph:1915-20 ca

Egypt, ruins of Luxor from River Nile, engraving based on drawing by David Roberts
Egypt, 19th century. View of the ruins of Luxor from the river Nile. Engraving based on a drawing by David Roberts (1796-1864), from " Egypt and Nubia", 1846-1850

Lake and Palace with a boat Udaipur, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: Lake and Palace with a boat in the foreground, Udaipur, India. Image by Colin Murray for Bourne and Shepherd, c.1870

Thames Estuary during the winter of 1947
A scene during the great freeze of 1947, one of the harshest winters known in Britain. At Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, a boatman is pictured rescuing his dinghy from the encircling ice which makes

Mitsukei Tenryugawa, ca. 1834. ca. 1834. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Mitsukei Tenryugawa, ca. 1834

GEORGIA: SAVANNAH RIVER. The Savannah River near Augusta, Georgia. Wood engraving, 19th century

Boating on the River Thames, 1879
Illustration showing two scenes of boating on the River Thames, during the Summer of 1879. At top left, a young girl in her canoe encounters a family of swans

15th century youths depicted disembarking from a boat
3585663 15th century youths depicted disembarking from a boat; (add.info.: 15th century youths depicted disembarking from a boat on the Italian coast as a boatman helps them ashore)

The life of a sailor, c.1860 (coloured lithograph)
7342013 The life of a sailor, c.1860 (coloured lithograph) by Hanhart, Michael (19th century); 35x24.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: M. & N. Hanhart; Leoni Lee & Co)

French boatman and his wife, and a man with a spade, 1590 - French boatman and his wife and a man with a pike, 1590
NWI4956681 French boatman and his wife, and a man with a spade, 1590 - French boatman and his wife and a man with a pike, 1590

Boatman on his rowboat on the Thames, London (engraving)
FLO4577723 Boatman on his rowboat on the Thames, London (engraving); (add.info.: His coat and silver badge identify him as a skilled rower registed at Waterman's Hall)

The young boater or the trip to the island of love, 19th century (Epinal print)
THT4305721 The young boater or the trip to the island of love, 19th century (Epinal print); (add.info.: Song " la jeune boatiere ou le voyage a l'ile d'amour". Epinal print)

London Docks, 1824 (etching)
7341700 London Docks, 1824 (etching) by Moses, Henry (1782-1870); 11.8x18.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Henry Moses (artist)

View of the River Po, c.1910, Turin (b/w photo)
3931087 View of the River Po, c.1910, Turin (b/w photo); (add.info.: View of the River Po with some rowers and a boatman passing underneath the Umberto I bridge)

Stables, 1880. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Stables, 1880

Turkish Boatman in the Constantinople Harbour, 1886. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Turkish Boatman in the Constantinople Harbour, 1886

Haneda Ferry and Benten Shrine, 1858. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Haneda Ferry and Benten Shrine, 1858. Part of the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo, no. 072, part 2: Summer

Yodo River, c1834. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Yodo River, c1834. From Famous Places of Kyoto

The Ferry at Yoroi, 1862. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
The Ferry at Yoroi, 1862. From Thirty-six Famous Views of the Eastern Capital

Muriel putting the Sealed Paper into Master Walter's Hand, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Muriel putting the Sealed Paper into Master Walter's Hand, 1857. Scene from "Master Walter, the Physician. A Tale of Old London"

Barge with skipper, 1832-1880. Creator: Jan Weissenbruch
Barge with skipper, 1832-1880

Hercules Gets Cerberus from the Underworld (Charon, the Ferryman of the Styx), 1645-1650. Creator: Jacob van Campen
Hercules Gets Cerberus from the Underworld (Charon, the Ferryman of the Styx), 1645-1650

Landscape with loaded barge near a castle, 1776. Creator: Jan van Lockhorst
Landscape with loaded barge near a castle, 1776

Boatmen Moored on the Shore of an Italian Lake, 1650-1670. Creator: Adam Pynacker
Boatmen Moored on the Shore of an Italian Lake, 1650-1670. Perhaps intended to represent the Flight into Egypt

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

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"Journeying through Time and Tide: The Legacy of Boatmen" Step back in time to witness the remarkable tales of boatmen who navigated rivers, canals, and seas, leaving an indelible mark on history. Meet Eustace Rogers, the last coracle man of Ironbridge in Shropshire, whose skillful maneuvers captivated all who witnessed his artistry. Picture yourself at Malpas Ferry in Cornwall around 1887, as you marvel at the bustling landing where boats arrived from Tregothnan. Transport yourself to Venice's enchanting Grand Canal and behold the iconic Rialto Bridge alongside a gondolier gracefully guiding their vessel—a scene that has earned its place as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel further back to 1804 when Thames Watermen ruled London's riverways with their expertise and unrivaled knowledge. Immerse yourself in Wales' rich heritage as you gaze upon Conwy Castle from its majestic landing place—where boatmen once ferried passengers across shimmering waters. Experience the raw power of nature with Ando Hiroshige's depiction of a Japanese Storm at Sea—an awe-inspiring reminder of the bravery displayed by seafaring souls. Witness history unfold before your eyes as you step aboard Bury's ferry during 1931—a testament to human ingenuity bridging gaps between communities. Explore Malta's Valletta and be transported into another era aboard a traditional Dghajsa boat—the echoes of past voyages whispering through every wave. Marvel at Florence's Ponte Vecchio spanning over River Arno—a timeless symbol connecting people throughout centuries. Lose yourself amidst Udaipur's tranquil lake adorned with a palace while gliding gently on a serene boat ride—an experience that transcends time itself. Finally, brave the harsh winter conditions during 1947 along Thames Estuary—where resilient boatmen battled treacherous waves to ensure vital connections remained intact.