Diving Helmet Collection

Struggle between a deep sea diver and a giant octopus (colour litho)
2779476 Struggle between a deep sea diver and a giant octopus (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Struggle between a deep sea diver and a giant octopus)

Diver collecting amber in the Baltic Sea, 1850s
Underwater diver gathering amber in the Baltic Sea, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

A diver attacked by an octopus (colour litho)
3097449 A diver attacked by an octopus (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A diver attacked by an octopus. Un Scaphandrier Attaque Par Une Pieuvre)

Antique diving helmet, front view

Underwater diving. 19th century (engraving)
672998 Underwater diving. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater divers with saw-fish. 19th century (engraving)
672988 Underwater divers with saw-fish. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater diver. 19th century (engraving)
672990 Underwater diver. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Depiction of diving apparatus. 19th century (engraving)
672826 Depiction of diving apparatus. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Equipment to underwater diving. 19th century (engraving)
672997 Equipment to underwater diving. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater diving suit. 19th century (engraving)
672994 Underwater diving suit. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater diver. 19th century (engraving)
672989 Underwater diver. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Equipment to underwater diving. 19th century (engraving)
672985 Equipment to underwater diving. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater diver. 19th century (engraving)
672979 Underwater diver. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater diving suit. 19th century (engraving)
672991 Underwater diving suit. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater diver among fishes. 19th century (engraving)
672981 Underwater diver among fishes. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Diver in diving suit. 19th century (photo)
672978 Diver in diving suit. 19th century (photo); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater diving. 19th century (engraving)
672993 Underwater diving. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Underwater diving suit. 19th century (engraving)
672987 Underwater diving suit. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Equipment to underwater diving. 19th century (engraving)
672984 Equipment to underwater diving. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Divers searching a wreck at Le Havre (colour litho)
2818265 Divers searching a wreck at Le Havre (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Divers searching a wreck at Le Havre)

A deep sea diver attacked by an octopus in Toulon harbour (colour litho)
2779834 A deep sea diver attacked by an octopus in Toulon harbour (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fight with a cephalopod (engraving)
3622476 Fight with a cephalopod (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fight with a cephalopod)

A clearing in the Sargasso Forest in the year 2000 (chromolitho)
974597 A clearing in the Sargasso Forest in the year 2000 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A clearing in the Sargasso Forest in the year 2000)

Horrible death of a diver underwater (colour litho)
2779194 Horrible death of a diver underwater (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Horrible death of a diver underwater at Simonstown, South Africa)

Death of a diver while trying to retrieve bodies from the wreck of the steamship Liban (litho)
2795737 Death of a diver while trying to retrieve bodies from the wreck of the steamship Liban (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A stroll on the seabed in the year 2000 (chromolitho)
974643 A stroll on the seabed in the year 2000 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A stroll on the seabed in the year 2000)

Underwater ball in the year 2000 (chromolitho)
974642 Underwater ball in the year 2000 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Underwater ball in the year 2000)

The Diver -- H. M. S. Blake, c1900. Creator: Unknown
The Diver -- H.M.S. Blake, c1900. From " The British Navy - Primus Magic Lantern Slides - Junior Lecturers Series B". [W. Butcher & Sons]

American Naval Diver wears three-fingered watertight rubber gloves, 1937
An American Naval Diver wears three-fingered watertight rubber gloves unlike the British diver, who generally works with bare hands, 1937. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol

Diver and his apparatus on board HMS Blake, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
Diver and his apparatus on board HMS Blake, 1896. HMS Blake was an armoured cruiser launched in 1889. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 18th September 1896

A diver from the battleship HMS Camperdown in his divers dress, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
A diver from the battleship HMS Camperdown in his divers dress, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 1st May 1896

The diver on board ship, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
The diver on board ship, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 3rd January 1896

The first photograph of a diver under water, late 19th century, (c1920). Illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, Walter Hutchinson, London, c1920s

Diver, 1937. Artist: WA & AC Churchman
Diver, 1937. Churchmans Cigarette Series, The Navy At Work

Pearl Fishery, Torres Strait, Australia, 1886. Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol II, by Andrew Garran, illustrated under the supervision of Frederic B Schell

Mrs Stephenson wearing a diving helmet
Photograph of Mrs Stephenson wearing a diving helmet. Great Barrier Reef expedition 1928-1929

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"Diving Helmet: A Journey into the Depths of History and Adventure" Step back in time to the 1850s, as a brave diver embarks on a daring expedition to collect amber from the depths of the Baltic Sea. With an antique diving helmet protecting him, he ventures into uncharted waters, uncovering treasures hidden beneath the waves. But not all encounters are peaceful; witness a thrilling moment when our intrepid diver finds himself locked in battle with an octopus. The vivid colors of this lithograph bring this epic struggle to life, showcasing both danger and resilience. The front view of an authentic diving helmet takes us closer to its intricate design and craftsmanship. Made by Siebe Gorman in the 20th century, it represents a pivotal advancement in underwater exploration technology that paved the way for future divers. Tragedy strikes as we delve deeper into history – at Choisy-le-Roi, murder unfolds amidst murky waters. This gripping lithograph captures both mystery and intrigue surrounding this unfortunate event. In times of disaster, divers become heroes searching for lost souls. Witness their valiant efforts during two separate incidents - scouring through wreckage at Le Havre and seeking victims after the sinking of Liban. These color lithographs depict their determination against all odds. Yet again, octopuses prove formidable adversaries as they attack deep-sea divers even within Toulon harbor itself. Through detailed engravings and vibrant colors, these images showcase nature's power contrasting with human bravery. Fast forward to futuristic imaginings - envision yourself exploring Sargasso Forest's mysterious clearing in 2000 through a captivating chromolitho print. Let your imagination run wild as you navigate uncharted territories where adventure awaits at every turn. Not limited to water realms alone, diving helmets have also played crucial roles on land. In Vaudelenay, France tragedy struck when rail disaster struck; however amidst chaos emerged stories of courage where divers played a vital role in rescue operations.