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Firth Of Tay Collection

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Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: The Tay Bridge

The Tay Bridge, Dundee, Angus, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Dundee from the River, 1873 (w / c)

Dundee from the River, 1873 (w / c)
6200212 Dundee from the River, 1873 (w/c) by Smith, Jane Stewart (1839-1925); 79.4x117.2 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; out of copyright

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: The Tay Bridge (engraving)

The Tay Bridge (engraving)
1589759 The Tay Bridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tay Bridge. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 December 1877)

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: View of Dundee from the Shore Showing Tower of (Free) St Paul

View of Dundee from the Shore Showing Tower of (Free) St Paul
6200175 View of Dundee from the Shore Showing Tower of (Free) St Pauls Church and Old Steeple (w/c) by Smith, Jane Stewart (1839-1925); 63.2x45.8 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Dundee from Tayport (oil on canvas)

Dundee from Tayport (oil on canvas)
6198969 Dundee from Tayport (oil on canvas) by Mitchell, Charles Louis (1860-1918); 63.5x76.2 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Pile Lighthouse, Tayport, 19th century (oil on canvas)

Pile Lighthouse, Tayport, 19th century (oil on canvas)
6198908 Pile Lighthouse, Tayport, 19th century (oil on canvas) by McGillivray, George (fl.1838-51); 50.8x84.8 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: George McGillivray (fl)

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Dundee from Tayport, 1885 (oil on canvas)

Dundee from Tayport, 1885 (oil on canvas)
6198973 Dundee from Tayport, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Milne, Joseph (1857-1911); 61x91.5 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Dundee from Balgay, 1890 (etching)

Dundee from Balgay, 1890 (etching)
6200292 Dundee from Balgay, 1890 (etching) by Winter, Richard Davidson (1862-1947); 37.8x60.5 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info)

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Dundee From Tayport, 19th century (oil on canvas)

Dundee From Tayport, 19th century (oil on canvas)
6198985 Dundee From Tayport, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Mills, Charles S. (1859-1901); 63.5x76.2 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Dundee from Balgay, 1890 (oil on canvas)

Dundee from Balgay, 1890 (oil on canvas)
6200823 Dundee from Balgay, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Phillips, Charles Gustav Louis (1863-1944); 72.4x119.4 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Looking Towards Dundee, Sunset (oil on canvas)

Looking Towards Dundee, Sunset (oil on canvas)
6198964 Looking Towards Dundee, Sunset (oil on canvas) by Nisbet, Robert Buchan (1857-1942); 71.1x91.4 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Scottish, out of copyright

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Dundee from Princes Street, c. 1823-24 (oil on canvas)

Dundee from Princes Street, c. 1823-24 (oil on canvas)
6198992 Dundee from Princes Street, c.1823-24 (oil on canvas) by Nasmyth, Alexander (1758-1840); 41.9x68.9 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Scottish, out of copyright

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Broughty Ferry - View from the River, 1895

Broughty Ferry - View from the River, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Tay Bridge, Scotland, 1902

Tay Bridge, Scotland, 1902

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Dundee, Scotland, c1880

Dundee, Scotland, c1880. A print from Great Industries of Great Britain, Volume I, published by Cassell Petter and Galpin, (London, Paris, New York, c1880)

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: THE NEW TAY VIADUCT, FROM THE SOUTH, UK. The Firth of Tay (Scottish Gaelic: Linne

THE NEW TAY VIADUCT, FROM THE SOUTH, UK. The Firth of Tay (Scottish Gaelic: Linne Tatha) is a firth in Scotland between the council areas of Fife, Perth and Kinross, the City of Dundee and Angus

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: ON THE FIRTH OF TAY, UK. The Firth of Tay (Scottish Gaelic: Linne Tatha) is a firth

ON THE FIRTH OF TAY, UK. The Firth of Tay (Scottish Gaelic: Linne Tatha) is a firth in Scotland between the council areas of Fife, Perth and Kinross, the City of Dundee and Angus

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: DUNDEE, lies within the eastern central Lowlands on the north bank of the Firth of Tay

DUNDEE, lies within the eastern central Lowlands on the north bank of the Firth of Tay, which feeds into the North Sea. UK

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Tay Rail Bridge

Tay Rail Bridge
1890: A view from the south of the Tay Rail Bridge, which spans the Firth of Tay to Dundee. The rail bridge was built in 1897 to replace the original structure which had collapsed during a storm in

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Firth Of Tay

Firth Of Tay
The Firth of Tay at Dundee, on the east coast of Scotland, as seen from Dundee Law, 25th June 1955. The Tay Railway Bridge crosses the river in the distance

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: THE NEW TAY VIADUCT, FROM THE SOUTH, UK. The Firth of Tay (Scottish Gaelic: Linne

THE NEW TAY VIADUCT, FROM THE SOUTH, UK. The Firth of Tay (Scottish Gaelic: Linne Tatha) is a firth in Scotland between the council areas of Fife, Perth and Kinross, the City of Dundee and Angus

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: ON THE FIRTH OF TAY, UK. The Firth of Tay (Scottish Gaelic: Linne Tatha) is a firth

ON THE FIRTH OF TAY, UK. The Firth of Tay (Scottish Gaelic: Linne Tatha) is a firth in Scotland between the council areas of Fife, Perth and Kinross, the City of Dundee and Angus

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: DUNDEE, lies within the eastern central Lowlands on the north bank of the Firth of Tay

DUNDEE, lies within the eastern central Lowlands on the north bank of the Firth of Tay, which feeds into the North Sea. UK

Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) silhouetted against rising sun Angus Scotland, UK

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) silhouetted against rising sun Angus Scotland, UK
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Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) silhouetted against rising suns reflection in water Angus Scotland, UK

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) silhouetted against rising suns reflection in water Angus Scotland, UK
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Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) flying silhouetted against sunrise information

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) flying silhouetted against sunrise information, slow shutter speed Angus Scotland, UK
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Background imageFirth Of Tay Collection: Mute Swan (Cygnus olor), juvenile flying, illuminated by early morning sun Angus Scotland, UK

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor), juvenile flying, illuminated by early morning sun Angus Scotland, UK
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"The Firth of Tay: A Tapestry of History and Beauty" Step into the enchanting world of the Firth of Tay, where history and natural beauty intertwine to create a captivating landscape. One cannot mention this iconic Scottish estuary without acknowledging its most famous landmark - The Tay Bridge. Standing tall against the horizon, it has become an emblematic symbol of engineering prowess. From the shore, one can admire Dundee in all its glory, with the Tower of (Free) St Paul's proudly dominating the skyline. Artists have immortalized this view on canvas, capturing every intricate detail that makes Dundee so unique. Venturing further along the coast brings you to Tayport, a charming town steeped in maritime heritage. The Pile Lighthouse stands as a testament to seafaring days gone by; its stoic presence guiding ships safely through treacherous waters. The 19th-century paintings depicting Dundee from Tayport transport us back in time when life moved at a slower pace. These masterpieces evoke nostalgia for simpler times and showcase the artistic talent that flourished during this era. However, not all stories associated with the it can idyllic. The tragic event known as "The Tay Bridge Disaster" left an indelible mark on history. Diving operations were undertaken to search for remnants of the ill-fated railway train that met its untimely demise amidst stormy waters. Yet even amidst tragedy, there is beauty to be found here. As depicted in stunning oil paintings such as "Looking Towards Dundee, Sunset, " nature paints breathtaking scenes across this vast expanse of water. In 1873, an artist captured another perspective - "Dundee from the River. " This delicate watercolor painting showcases how river life intertwined with city existence during those bustling times. Engravings documenting diving operations after "The Tay Bridge Disaster" remind us not only of human resilience but also of the importance of learning from past mistakes.