Ferryboats Collection

Istanbul, Turkey - Galata Ferryboats - Golden Horn
Ferryboats and boatmen moored close to the Bridge and Quay at Galata, Constantinople, Turkey, ready to provide transport across the Golden Horn. Date: circa 1920s

Okagaki (Bridge Scene), 19th century (woodblock print)
6198401 Okagaki (Bridge Scene), 19th century (woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Ichiryusai (1797-1858); 15.5x20.8 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Hiratsuka, 1840-42 (woodblock print)
6198438 Hiratsuka, 1840-42 (woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858); 16.5x25 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info)

Fireworks at Ryogoku, 19th century (woodblock print)
6198593 Fireworks at Ryogoku, 19th century (woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Utagawa II (1829-1869); 24.5x36 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Mitsuke, 1840-42 (woodblock print)
6198474 Mitsuke, 1840-42 (woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858); 17x22.5 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info)

Custom House - The Quay - Malta. Date: circa 1900s

Turkey, Istanbul, Passenger ferry in the Golden Horn, and Galata Tower

Turkey, Istanbul, Man fishing on quayside, and passenger ferry in Karakoy Cruise Terminal, Bosphorus Strait

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Myanmar, Shan State, Villagers disembarking from boats, Inle Lake, near Indein and Nyaung Ohak villages

The River, Quebec, Canada. Date: circa 1910s

Mitsuke Ferryboats Tenryu River Tenryugawa No Funawatashi
Mitsuke: Ferryboats on the Tenryu River (Mitsuke, Tenryugawa no funawatashi)--No. 29, from the series Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido gojusan tsugi), also known as the Reisho Tokaido, c

Arai View Ferryboats Watashibune No Zu Series Fifty-three Stations
Arai: View of Ferryboats (Arai, watashibune no zu), from the series Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido gojusan tsugi no uchi), also known as the Hoeido Tokaido, c

Stockholm Archipelago, Sweden, Ferry

Turkish Floating dock in the Bosphorus, the former home of the SMS Goeben (which became the flagship of the Ottoman Navy as Yavuz Sultan Selim, usually shortened to Yavuz) during World War One

View across the Golden Horn toward Galata, Istanbul, Turkey Date: circa 1950s

Georges Landing Stage, Pier Head, Liverpool, c. 1855 (engraving)
XJF497289 Georges Landing Stage, Pier Head, Liverpool, c.1855 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Georges Landing Stage, Georges Dock.); English

Yuki no watashiba, Ferryboats in snow. Uehara, Konen, 1878-1940, artist, [between 1900 and 1920], 1 print : woodcut, color; 9.8 x 15.6 cm

Ferry on the Danube, Spitz, Wachau, Waldviertel, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe

Constantinople - Karakoy scene - Galata Bridge
At Karakoy, where the tourist liners moor up today. View showing the end of the Galata Bridge and the Genoese Galata Tower in background. Date: circa 1910

The Ferryboats at Circular Quay, Sydney, Australia
Ferryboats at Circular Quay, Sydney, Australia Date: circa 1909

The Golden Horn, Istanbul, Turkey Date: circa 1850

Istanbul, Turkey - View of the New Galata Bridge Date: 1927

Pentland Venture passenger ferry moored in harbour at sunset, John o Groats, Caithness, Highlands, Scotland, August

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"Ferryboats: Navigating the Waters of Time and Culture" Step aboard as we embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting world of ferryboats. Istanbul, Turkey, with its bustling waterways and rich history, sets the stage for our exploration. In the heart of Istanbul lies Galata Ferryboats, where these iconic vessels have plied their trade for centuries. As we gaze upon Okagaki's 19th-century woodblock print depicting a bridge scene, we are transported back in time to witness the hustle and bustle that once graced these waters. Hiratsuka's exquisite woodblock print from 1840-42 captures the essence of ferryboat life during this era. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring to life a bygone age when these boats were an integral part of daily existence. Fireworks illuminate Ryogoku in another mesmerizing woodblock print from the 19th century. The spectacle unfolds against a backdrop gracefully gliding across shimmering waters - a testament to their enduring allure. Mitsuke's woodblock print from 1840-42 offers us a glimpse into Malta's Custom House - The Quay during the early 1900s. Here, amidst architectural splendor, ferryboats docked alongside each other as passengers embarked on new adventures or returned home after exciting journeys. The Golden Horn beckons us further into its embrace with breathtaking views captured in timeless photographs. Turkey reveals itself through images showcasing passenger ferries navigating this majestic waterway while Galata Tower stands tall as an ever-present sentinel overseeing it all. Karakoy Cruise Terminal awaits our arrival at Bosphorus Strait; here we find tranquility juxtaposed with bustling activity. A man fishing on Karakoy quayside adds an element of serenity amidst comings and goings - reminding us that even amid urban chaos, moments of peace can be found along these shores.