Commercial Fishing Collection

Whaling ship diagram, 1800s
Deck plan and cutaway view of whaling schooner " Amelia" of New Bedford, Massachusetts, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Two fishing boats tied up to pier at Noyo harbor, near Fort Bragg, California

USA, California, Bodega Bay. Commercial fishing boats in Bodega Bay

Creel boat. Eilean Ban shooting creels to catch lobster, crab etc. Hebrides, Scotland
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Fraserburgh pelagic trawler Forever Grateful fishing for Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) close to Papa Stour, Shetland Isles, Scotland, UK, October 2012

School of large Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) captive in growing pen. Depsite looking much smaller in the photo, these fish were 1.5m (5ft) long. Malta. Mediterranean Sea

Fishing vessel Harvester powering through huge waves while operating in the North Sea
Fishing vessel " Harvester" powering through huge waves while operating in the North Sea. Europe, January 2009. Property released

Vietnam, Mui Ne, Fishing Boat Harbour at Phan Thiet

American lobster, from a specimen in Eastport, Maine, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut Digitally colored woodcut reproduction of a drawing

USA, Alaska, Sitka Sound, salmon seiners

Westport Ireland, lobsters pots are ready to go to sea

Antique Print of an Atlantic Cod, 1859 (engraving)
3035716 Antique Print of an Atlantic Cod, 1859 (engraving) by Scottish School, (19th century); (add.info.: Antique print of an Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua)

Antique Print of a Haddock, 1859 (engraving)
3035738 Antique Print of a Haddock, 1859 (engraving) by Scottish School, (19th century); (add.info.: Antique print of a haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus)

Europe, Germany, Bavaria, Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden, Fishing on Lake Hintersee in Early Morning Light

USA, Alaska, Craig. Commercial fishing boats reflect in harbor. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, Alaska, Craig. Trawler in Gulf of Esquibel. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, Oregon, Charleston. Abstract of rusted boat side. Credit as: Jean Carter / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Fishing boats unloading in London, 1800s
Landing fish at Billingsgate Market, London, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Tuna fishing using nets, 1800s
Fishing boats circling a school of tuna to catch them in nets, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Cod fishing with hand lines, 1800s
Cod fishermen hauling in hand-lines from the deck of a boat on the North Atlantic, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Harpooning a whale, 1800s
Whalers in longboats lancing a whale with harpoons, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Fishermen using nets, 1800s
Fishing boat hauling in nets by moonlight, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Fishing boats on The Stade in Hastings old town

Fairy tree at Killary Harbour in County Galway, Ireland
Mythical, hawthorn (Crataegus) Fairy Tree waving in the wind at Killary Harbour along the Connemara Loop on a foggy day; County Galway, Ireland

Silhouette of trawlers and a small boat along the rocky shoreline with a glowing sunset, Alaska, USA
Silhouette of people in a small boat and fishing trawlers along the rocky shoreline with the bright sun casting an orange glow over the water with mountains on the horizon in Amalga Harbor at sunset;

Archival color postcard of junks in harbor waiting for coming typhoon, Hong Kong, China, c 1910
Archival color postcard of junks in harbor for safety against coming typhoon, Hong Kong, China, c 1910. (Photo by Allan Seiden, Legacy Archive/Getty Images)

Archival miniature print of fishermen at sea in multiple boats, Japan, c 1930. (Photo by Allan Seide)
Archival miniature print of fishermen at sea in multiple boats, Japan, c 1930. (Photo by Allan Seiden, Legacy Archive/Getty Images)

Fishing Village house in Lofoten, Norway
Traditional fishing village house next to the shoreline in Lofoten; Lofoten, Arctic Circle, Norway

Archival color postcard of three fishwives in Newhaven, England, Great Britain, c 1915
Archival color postcard view of three fishwives with fish in baskets in Newhaven, England, Great Britain, c 1915. (Photo by Allan Seiden, Legacy Archive/Getty Images)

Silhouette of trawlers and rocky shoreline of the Amalga Harbor at sunset, Juneau, Alaska, USA
Silhouette of fishing trawlers along the rocky shoreline with the bright sun casting a warm glow over the Amalga Harbor at sunset; Juneau, Alaska, United States of America

Seine fishing boats with sunset reflecting golden light on water and rocky shoreline, Alaska, USA
Golden sunset with rays of light reflecting a warm glow over the tranquil water and silhouetted seine fishing boats and rocky shoreline of Amalga Harbor; Juneau, Alaska, United States of America

Seiner anchored in Amalga Harbour at sunset, Alaska, USA
Seiner anchored in Amalga Harbor at sunset awaiting a commercial salmon opening, Southeast Alaska; Juneau, Alaska, United States of America

Commercial fishing boats in Auke Bay at sunset, Alaska, USA
Commercial fishing boats in Auke Bay at sunset, Southeast Alaska; Juneau, Alaska, United States of America

Crab Pot With Brown Crab Is Hauled Up Over The Side Of The F / V Morgan Anne During The Commercial Brown Crab Fishing
Crab Pot With Brown Crab Is Hauled Up Over The Side Of The F/V Morgan Anne During The Commercial Brown Crab Fishing Season In Icy Strait Of Southeast Alaska

Dock At Sunset, Durrell, Newfoundland & Labrador

Fishing Boats Dock At Bay Center On The Washington Coast; Bay Center, Washington, United States Of America

Fishing Boats Moored At The Dock; Warrenton, Oregon, United States Of America

Scenic View Of The Cordova Small Boat Harbor, Prince William Sound, Southcentral Alaska, USA

Commercial Fishing Boat Silver Salmon Fishing Outside Of Valdez Small Boat Harbor With Misty Clouds And Mountains In Background, Prince William Sound, Southcentral Alaska, Usa

Frosty Peak On The Alaska Peninsula From Ikatan Bay Near False Pass, Southwest Alaska, Summer

Palisade Cliffs On The Alaska Peninsula In Ikatan Bay Near False Pass, Southwest Alaska, Summer

Boats Moored Along The Shoreline; Saltburn, Teesside, England

Boats Moored On The Water Along The Shoreline; Saltburn, Teesside, England

Greencastle, County Donegal, Ireland; Boats In Harbour

Greencastle, Lough Foyle, Co Donegal, Ireland; Boats At A Commercial Fishing Port

Boat In The Water, Loch Sunart, Scotland

Co Louth, Drogheda And River Boyne

Rainbow Over Harbour, Roundstone, Ireland

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"Exploring the Vast World of Commercial Fishing: From Noyo Harbor to the North Sea" Step into the captivating realm as we embark on a journey across different corners of the globe. At Noyo Harbor, near Fort Bragg, California, two fishing boats gracefully rest against the pier, their presence a testament to this age-old industry's significance. Delve deeper into history with an intriguing glimpse at a 19th-century whaling ship diagram. This artifact transports us back in time when these majestic vessels sailed through oceans in pursuit of precious resources. Venturing further along California's coastline, Bodega Bay reveals its bustling scene adorned with commercial fishing boats. Witnessing these vessels bobbing gently on tranquil waters reminds us of the tireless efforts undertaken by fishermen to provide fresh seafood for our tables. Across continents and cultures, we find ourselves in Hebrides, Scotland aboard a creel boat named Eilean Ban. Here, lobster and crab are sought after treasures skillfully captured using traditional methods passed down through generations. The Forever Grateful pelagic trawler from Fraserburgh takes center stage next as it sets out to catch Atlantic mackerel. Its crew braves unpredictable seas and relentless waves while ensuring that our plates are graced with succulent fish harvested sustainably. In another corner of the world lies a mesmerizing sight—a school of large Atlantic bluefin tuna held captive within growing pens. This innovative approach allows for controlled breeding and conservation efforts aimed at preserving this magnificent species for future generations. Braving treacherous conditions in the North Sea is no easy feat for fishing vessel Harvester; yet its unwavering determination propels it forward amidst towering waves. These brave sailors exemplify resilience and dedication that define commercial fishing communities worldwide. Vietnam's Phan Thiet unveils its vibrant Fishing Boat Harbour at Mui Ne—an enchanting hub where colorful vessels dock after fruitful expeditions.