Fisherman Collection (page 6)

Fishing boats in an estuary at dusk, with a view of a city and its bell tower on the horizon
MMM5459649 Fishing boats in an estuary at dusk, with a view of a city and its bell tower on the horizon. Oil on wood by Jan van Goyen (1596-1656)

The Dutch coast to Marsdiep and Den Helder, with fishing boats. Oil on canvas, circa 1690
MMM5459926 The Dutch coast to Marsdiep and Den Helder, with fishing boats. Oil on canvas, circa 1690, by Willem van de Velde (1633-1707)

Wind in the Willows, Abbot's Barton on the Itchen (b/w photo)
5987175 Wind in the Willows, Abbot's Barton on the Itchen (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wind in the Willows, Abbot's Barton on the Itchen)

An awkward Cast (b/w photo)
5987168 An awkward Cast (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: An awkward Cast)

At the Eel-pot Bridge at Leckford (b/w photo)
5987161 At the Eel-pot Bridge at Leckford (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Eel-pot Bridge at Leckford)

The first Kingcups of Spring (b/w photo)
5987158 The first Kingcups of Spring (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first Kingcups of Spring)

Fishing in a gale at Ramsbury (b/w photo)
5987155 Fishing in a gale at Ramsbury (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishing in a gale at Ramsbury)

The Optimist (b/w photo)
5987154 The Optimist (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Optimist. Illustration for An Album of The Chalk Streams by E A Barton with photographs by)

The Old Mill, Ramsbury (b/w photo)
5987149 The Old Mill, Ramsbury (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Mill, Ramsbury)

Evening Rise at Leverton Bridge (b/w photo)
5987147 Evening Rise at Leverton Bridge (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Evening Rise at Leverton Bridge)

Below Leverton Bridge (b/w photo)
5987145 Below Leverton Bridge (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Below Leverton Bridge)

A Knotty Point (b/w photo)
5987138 A Knotty Point (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Knotty Point. Illustration for An Album of The Chalk Streams by E A Barton with photographs)

On the Middle Test (b/w photo)
5987130 On the Middle Test (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Middle Test)

Two crew with large fish onboard HMS 'Penguin' (1876), 1902-05 (cellulose nitrate negative)
7341045 Two crew with large fish onboard HMS 'Penguin' (1876), 1902-05 (cellulose nitrate negative) by British Photographer, (19th-20th century); 9.7x12.3 cm; National Maritime Museum

Engraving depicting Marennes fishermen dredging for oysters, 19th century
5308713 Engraving depicting Marennes fishermen dredging for oysters, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Marennes fishermen dredging for oysters)

Vertumnus and Pomona VII Vertumnus transformed into fisherman No 1
7209307 Vertumnus and Pomona VII Vertumnus transformed into fisherman No 1; Royal Palace, Aranjuez, Spain; (add.info.: Palacio Real, Aranjuez, Madrid, Spain); © Paul Maeyaert

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How the dolphins helped the fishermen to catch the mullets (engraving)
8636394 How the dolphins helped the fishermen to catch the mullets (engraving) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

A breath of the Salt Sea (engraving)
8652565 A breath of the Salt Sea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A breath of the Salt Sea. Illustration for Home Words (1884).); © Look and Learn.

Fishermen's net houses at Hastings (engraving)
8652564 Fishermen's net houses at Hastings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishermen's net houses at Hastings)

Before the wind (engraving)
8652559 Before the wind (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Before the wind. Illustration for Home Words (1884).); © Look and Learn.

Fisherman drying his back (litho)
8652189 Fisherman drying his back (litho) by Briggs, Ernest Edward (1866-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fisherman drying his back)

A band of hope (b/w photo)
8635624 A band of hope (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A band of hope. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Am catching them in my dreams (colour litho)
8656590 Am catching them in my dreams (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Am catching them in my dreams." Man dreaming of a giant fish)

Fishermen and tourists on the beach in Viareggio
3569988 Fishermen and tourists on the beach in Viareggio by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Versilia / Viareggio 1890-1900 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives

Phil May sketch (colour litho)
8635921 Phil May sketch (colour litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of the set of Phil May Sketches, issued by Fry's Chocolates in c.1905.); © Look and Learn.

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Newfoundland fisheries - close of the season (engraving)
8676943 Newfoundland fisheries - close of the season (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newfoundland fisheries - close of the season)

Sponge fishing, Syria (engraving)
8677015 Sponge fishing, Syria (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sponge fishing, Syria: diving for sponges)

Coastwise: Newlyn Harbour (b/w photo)
8671442 Coastwise: Newlyn Harbour (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newlyn Harbour)

Sea Adventure: The wreck of the "Indian Chief" (colour litho)
8668760 Sea Adventure: The wreck of the "Indian Chief" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Isole della Laguna di Venezia", fishermen in San Pietro in Volta, in the Island of Pellestrina, Venice
3563076 "Isole della Laguna di Venezia", fishermen in San Pietro in Volta, in the Island of Pellestrina, Venice; (add.info.: San Pietro in Volta, Venice 1880-1890 Photographer: Naya)

The crew of the Caister lifeboat rescuing a survivor from a fishing smack wrecked on the Barber Sand, 1850
3331031 The crew of the Caister lifeboat rescuing a survivor from a fishing smack wrecked on the Barber Sand, 1850; (add.info)

Portrait of Johnson William Richardson
672604 Portrait of Johnson William Richardson; (add.info.: Johnson William "Billy" Richardson (1834-1862) (Virginia - Fort Laramie) was a native of Virginia

Typical Cape Cod fisherman. Wood engraving from 'Harper's Monthly', New York 1875
530450 Typical Cape Cod fisherman. Wood engraving from 'Harper's Monthly', New York 1875.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mr Peggotty
930967 Mr Peggotty by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Personal History of David Copperfield published by Westminster Press circa 1920's).

Plan of the Portsmouth shipyard (England) in 1850. Drawing and watercolor (65.5x79.5 cm), from a 1906 compilation
MMM5480454 Plan of the Portsmouth shipyard (England) in 1850. Drawing and watercolor (65.5x79.5 cm), from a 1906 compilation, by D. Hucker (?)

A fishing sailor sitting on a cannon
MMM5480453 A fishing sailor sitting on a cannon by Bray, Gabriel (1750-1823); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: A fishing sailor sitting on a cannon)

Calendar: March representation: agricultural work. The two zodiacal signs of the month are depicted on the right
FGL5474170 Calendar: March representation: agricultural work. The two zodiacal signs of the month are depicted on the right: fish and am

A relic from the Expedition (1845-1848) by John Franklin, 1845 (copper and bone)
MMM5476555 A relic from the Expedition (1845-1848) by John Franklin, 1845 (copper and bone); National Maritime Museum, London

Fishing scene near Cowes Castle (England). Oil on canvas by Sir Augustus Wall Callcott (1779-1844)
MMM5460210 Fishing scene near Cowes Castle (England). Oil on canvas by Sir Augustus Wall Callcott (1779-1844). by Callcott, Augustus Wall (1779-1844); National Maritime Museum, London

Dutch fishing boats caught in a big breeze, a smaller boat, sails down, on the right, with fishermen pulling the nets
MMM5459269 Dutch fishing boats caught in a big breeze, a smaller boat, sails down, on the right, with fishermen pulling the nets by Goderis, Hans (c.1600-1642); National Maritime Museum, London

Mussel fishing, a fishing boat on the shore, and three men busy around collecting mussels in their baskets
MMM5459268 Mussel fishing, a fishing boat on the shore, and three men busy around collecting mussels in their baskets. Oil on canvas 1622, by Jan Porcellis (1580-1632)

Water Meadows of the Lower Itchen (b/w photo)
5987173 Water Meadows of the Lower Itchen (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Water Meadows of the Lower Itchen)

Charles Cotton's Fishing House, and Memorial (b/w photo)
5987169 Charles Cotton's Fishing House, and Memorial (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Cotton's Fishing House, and Memorial)

On a Test Tributary (b/w photo)
5987165 On a Test Tributary (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: On a Test Tributary)

An Interrupted Lunch (b/w photo)
5987162 An Interrupted Lunch (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Interrupted Lunch)

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Fisherman: Masters of the Sea From the rugged shores of Skegness to the tranquil waters of Dalawella, fishermen have long been an emblem of resilience and adventure. Inspired by John Hassall's iconic artwork "Skegness is SO Bracing, " we delve into the captivating world of these seafaring heroes. In Newfoundland, Canada, where vast cod fisheries once thrived, brave fishermen battled treacherous waves to bring home their bountiful catch. Their tireless efforts sustained communities and shaped a nation's identity. The products of this land still bear witness to their legacy. Traveling southward, we find ourselves in St Ives, Cornwall - a haven for artists and fishing enthusiasts alike. Alfred Wallis' quaint cottage stands as a testament to the intimate connection between fishermen and their coastal homes. Through his artistry, he immortalized their way of life with every brushstroke. Venturing further into artistic realms, William Heath Robinson's whimsical illustration "A Decided Catch" showcases the ingenuity that often accompanies a fisherman's pursuit. With elaborate contraptions designed to outsmart even the most elusive prey, these resourceful individuals prove that there are no limits when it comes to securing a successful haul. At Beesands in Start Bay, Devon, we witness scenes filled with camaraderie as fishermen gather on sun-kissed shores before embarking on daring voyages across unpredictable tides. Their unwavering determination echoes through time as they navigate both literal and metaphorical storms in search of abundance. Across continents and oceans lies Sri Lanka's Dalawella beach – home to stilt fishermen who defy gravity while casting their nets amidst breathtaking sunsets over the Indian Ocean. These skilled practitioners embody tradition passed down through generations; they stand tall against crashing waves symbolizing strength rooted deep within cultural heritage. The allure extends beyond Europe’s borders as Boulogne sur Mer beckons with its vibrant poster advertising.