Coasting Collection

Thames Barge
A coasting barge on the River Thames, London. In the background are a power station and Greenwich Hospital. Date: 1930s

A patamar, 1850 (engraving)
3330720 A patamar, 1850 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting a patamar, a vessel resembling a grab, used in the coasting trade of Bombay and Ceylon)

Barques de Cabotage. Creator: Adolphe Appian
Barques de Cabotage

Barques de Cabotage. Creator: Adolphe Appian
Barques de Cabotage

Coasting Trade Vessels, Italy, 1874. Creator: Adolphe Appian
Coasting Trade Vessels, Italy, 1874

Sketches in New Zealand, Maori Civilisation (engraving)
1624698 Sketches in New Zealand, Maori Civilisation (engraving) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in New Zealand, Maori Civilisation)

"Coasting"at Halifax, Nova Scotia (engraving)
2771892 " Coasting" at Halifax, Nova Scotia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Coasting" at Halifax, Nova Scotia)

Coasting in New England on Double Runners (engraving)
1615363 Coasting in New England on Double Runners (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coasting in New England on Double Runners)

The Late Frost, "Coasting"on a "Bob"Sleigh at Harrow (engraving)
1037626 The Late Frost, " Coasting" on a " Bob" Sleigh at Harrow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Frost)

"Coasting"at Omaha (engraving)
1052347 " Coasting" at Omaha (engraving) by Houghton, Arthur Boyd (1836-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Coasting" at Omaha)

Coasting barges at their moorings on the River Thames, near Greenwich, London, England. Date: 1950s

Coasting, Mt. Washington Railway, c1900. Creator: Kilburn Brothers
Coasting, Mt. Washington Railway, c1900. The Mount Washington Cog Railway, the worlds first mountain-climbing cog railway (rack-and-pinion railway), opened to paying customers in 1868

Coasting Alfred Booth English 1834 1914 Thomas E
Coasting; Possibly Alfred Booth (English, 1834 - 1914), and Thomas E. Jevons (American, born England, 1841 - 1919); New York, New York, United States, North America; 1866 - 1867; Albumen silver print

A Soaring Dove

Ships that pass by G. H. Davis
Ships that pass -- some notes for our readers who are spending their holidays by the sea shore. The ships are: cargo steamer, liner, coasting steamer, seagoing tug, oil carrier, racing yawl

COASTING OR TOBOGGANING AT OMAHA, 1871
" COASTING" OR TOBOGGANING AT OMAHA, 1871

THE LATE FROST: COASTING ON A BOB SLEIGH AT HARROW, UK, 1881
THE LATE FROST: " COASTING" ON A " BOB" SLEIGH AT HARROW, UK, 1881

COASTING OR TOBOGGANING AT OMAHA, 1871
" COASTING" OR TOBOGGANING AT OMAHA, 1871

The best part of coasting - the walk back. Illustration shows a winter scene with two women walking back up a hill after sledding or tobogganing; shows others in the background going down the hill

HREC2A-00019
Coasting on double-runner sleds in New England, 1800s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Children sledding after a snowstorm, 1800s
Sledding down a snowy village road, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

HREC2A-00035
Toboggan slide in a park in Montreal, Canada, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Bicycle race, New York
Bicycle Coasting Match, Mamaroneck, N.Y. Group of men walking bicycles on a dirt road in Mamaroneck, N.Y

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"Coasting: A Journey Through Time and Places" Embark on a captivating journey through time and places, where the art comes alive. From the majestic Thames Barge gracefully gliding along the river to sketches capturing the essence of New Zealand's breathtaking landscapes, each moment is a testament to the beauty of coasting. Immerse yourself in history as you explore engravings depicting Maori civilization, showcasing their rich cultural heritage. Transport yourself to Halifax, Nova Scotia, where "coasting" takes center stage in an enchanting engraving that captures the spirit of this vibrant coastal city. Experience the thrill of winter as you witness "Coasting in New England on Double Runners, " an engraving that brings to life the joyous moments spent sliding down snowy slopes. Feel your heart race with excitement as you join a daring adventure on a "Bob" Sleigh at Harrow during late frost. Discover new horizons with an exhilarating glimpse into Omaha's coasting scene through another remarkable engraving. Marvel at barges peacefully moored along London's River Thames near Greenwich, painting a serene picture against its iconic backdrop. Witness innovation unfold aboard Mt. Washington Railway's coaster ride from 1900 captured by Kilburn Brothers' lens – a true testament to human ingenuity conquering nature's challenges. Sail alongside magnificent ships passing by G. H Davis' artistic vision and let your imagination soar like a dove taking flight. Uncover hidden gems such as Alfred Booth's masterpiece "Coasting, " which encapsulates English charm amidst changing times. And finally, be enchanted by four frogs pedaling bicycles on a whimsical Christmas card – reminding us all that even small creatures can find joy in simple pleasures. In this collection celebrating coasting across various mediums and locations, we are reminded that sometimes it is not about reaching our destination but rather embracing every fleeting moment along our journey.