Hoisting Collection

Battle of Trafalgar (October 21st, 1805). The vessel Prince of Asturias, hoisting the Gravina badge, battles five English vessels. Etching. SPAIN. Madrid. National Library

Hoisting Hops
Hoisting pokes of hops onto a drying platform. Despite modern advances such as mechanical hop presses, horses were still being used for hoisting the pokes (sacks). Date: 1930s

Advertisement for various types of steam engine
Advertisement for Robey & Co of Lincoln (Globe Works), London, Liverpool, Edinburgh and Paris, manufacturers of various types of steam engine. circa 1883

London Docks
10th May 1926: Unloading ships at Hays Wharf, London Bridge. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Rochester Castle, Kent (engraving)
1057957 Rochester Castle, Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rochester Castle, Kent)

Franco-Prussian War: 1870-1871. Prussian troops hoisting the German standard at Valerien. Wood engraving .1880
530568 Franco-Prussian War: 1870-1871. Prussian troops hoisting the German standard at Valerien. Wood engraving .1880.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

British torpedo after practice run, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
British torpedo after practice run, between c1915 and c1920. British sailors hoisting a spent torpedo on board a British torpedo boat destroyer after a practice run.

Loading war auto. on Sugura [i.e., Loading a truck chassis on the Suruga], between c1914 and c1915. A crane hoist lifting a truck chassis onto the American freighter Suruga as World War I began.

Brown electric hoist, unloading ore, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908. Creator: Unknown
Brown electric hoist, unloading ore, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908

Brown electric hoist, unloading ore, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908. Creator: Unknown
Brown electric hoist, unloading ore, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908

Hulett machine unloading ore, Pennsylvania [Railroad] dock, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908. Creator: Unknown
Hulett machine unloading ore, Pennsylvania [Railroad] dock, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908

Hulett machine unloading ore, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908. Creator: Unknown
Hulett machine unloading ore, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908

The Steam windlass, S.S. J.H. Sheadle, between 1906 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
The Steam windlass, S.S. J.H. Sheadle, between 1906 and 1910

U.S.S. Massachusetts, steam hoisting gear, between 1896 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Massachusetts, steam hoisting gear, between 1896 and 1901

The Peace Rejoicings - Hoisting the Royal Standard at the Tower of London, 1856. Creator: W Thomas
The Peace Rejoicings - Hoisting the Royal Standard at the Tower of London, 1856. Celebrating the end of the Crimean War. From "Illustrated London News", 1856

Unloading ore at Conneaut, Ohio, Brown conveying hoists, between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
Unloading ore at Conneaut, Ohio, Brown conveying hoists, between 1900 and 1906

Coal dumping plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Coal dumping plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900

Clam shell ore unloading plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Clam shell ore unloading plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900

Unloading ore at Conneaut, Ohio, Brown conveying hoists, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Unloading ore at Conneaut, Ohio, Brown conveying hoists, ca 1900

Fueling lighter with clam shell hoist, Ashtabula, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Fueling lighter with clam shell hoist, Ashtabula, Ohio, ca 1900

Cleveland & Pittsburgh ore docks, Cleveland, Brown conveying hoists, c1901. Creator: Unknown
Cleveland & Pittsburgh ore docks, Cleveland, Brown conveying hoists, c1901

Hoover and Mason clam shell hoists, Cleveland, O[hio], between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
Hoover and Mason clam shell hoists, Cleveland, O[hio], between 1900 and 1906

'The Cattle Trade -- Landing Bullocks at Tangier, Morocco, 1891 Creator: George Denholm Armour
'The Cattle Trade -- Landing Bullocks at Tangier, Morocco, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Union Station under construction, between 1910 and 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Union Station under construction, between 1910 and 1917

Getting ready to hoist a mounted gun, in Washington Navy Yard(?), 1903. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Getting ready to hoist a mounted gun, in Washington Navy Yard(?), 1903

Plan of the Victoria Tower, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Plan of the Victoria Tower, 1850. Progress of the New Houses of Parliament...the octagonal turrets at the angles...in which are the staircases...On each side, within the walls

The Victoria Tower - Elevation of the Hoisting-Screw, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Victoria Tower - Elevation of the Hoisting-Screw, 1850. Progress of the New Houses of Parliament...M M being the guide-posts

The Victoria Tower - Elevation of the Hoisting-Scaffold, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Victoria Tower - Elevation of the Hoisting-Scaffold, 1850. Progress of the New Houses of Parliament...In Fig. 2 we give an elevation of the scaffold ; N N being the walls of the tower

Part of the Victoria Tower - the Hoisting-Scaffold, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Part of the Victoria Tower - the Hoisting-Scaffold, 1850....there are few mechanical contrivances employed in the various works at the New Palace, Westminster

Crane being used in construction of new railway bridge, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
Crane being used in construction of new railway bridge, between c1900 and c1930

Reinforcements for Canada: shipping sledges on board the Calcutta at Woolwich for guns... 1862. Creator: W Thomas
Reinforcements for Canada: shipping sledges on board the Calcutta at Woolwich for guns and carriages of the battery 4th Battalion Royal Artillery, 1862

Captain Cook hoisting the British Flag in Australia (colour litho)
3099594 Captain Cook hoisting the British Flag in Australia (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain Cook hoisting the British Flag in Australia)

A scene in an arsenal, c1485-1490, (1943). Creator: Leonardo da Vinci
A scene in an arsenal, c1485-1490, (1943). Nude male figures hoisting a cannon with a pulley in a military storeyard or arsenal

New York Yacht Club, Oyster Bay, L.I. 1905: 2 men watching sailor hoist flag, 1905. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
New York Yacht Club, Oyster Bay, L.I. 1905: 2 men watching sailor hoist flag, 1905

Hoisting the Union Jack Flag on the Victoria Tower
When the Sovereign is in Houses of Parliament building the Royal Standard is flown, on Victoria Tower. Photograph showing two men hoisting the Union Jack flag. Date: 1906

Crane operator at TVAs Douglas Dam, Tennessee, 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Crane operator at TVAs Douglas Dam, Tennessee

Construction of Douglas Dam, TVA, 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Construction of Douglas Dam, TVA

Crane at a "central"sugar cane gathering place, San Sebastian vicinity, Puerto Rico, 1942
Crane at a " central" sugar cane gathering place, San Sebastian vicinity, Puerto Rico

London-American Womens Hospital-Ship "Maine", the Duke of Connaught hoisting the Union Jack presented by
1593066 London-American Womens Hospital-Ship " Maine", the Duke of Connaught hoisting the Union Jack presented by the Queen (litho) by Begg

Creating a New Colony, hoisting the Royal Standard at Bloemfontein at the Formal Annexation of the Orange Free State
1599919 Creating a New Colony, hoisting the Royal Standard at Bloemfontein at the Formal Annexation of the Orange Free State (litho) by Stewart

Sir Garnet Wolseley (engraving)
1061180 Sir Garnet Wolseley (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Garnet Wolseley)

British Annexations in New Guinea, Hoisting the Union Jack at Port Moresby (engraving)
1044786 British Annexations in New Guinea, Hoisting the Union Jack at Port Moresby (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Annexations in New Guinea)

Crane Lifting Construction Materials
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Shepard hoisted from Mercury capsule, 1961. Creator: NASA
Shepard hoisted from Mercury capsule, 1961. A U.S. Marine helicopter recovery team hoists astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr. from his Mercury spacecraft after a successful flight

Initial T, detail from a page of De Humani Corporis Fabrica Libri Septem
CH466699 Initial T, detail from a page of De Humani Corporis Fabrica Libri Septem by Andreas Vesalius (1514-64), published by Johannes Oporinus, Basel, June 1543 (colour woodcut) by Venetian School

Hoisting the British Flag at Cape Town, 1815 (colour litho)
5216455 Hoisting the British Flag at Cape Town, 1815 (colour litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hoisting the British Flag at Cape Town, 1815)

Hoisting the White Ensign on board a British warship (colour litho)
6001926 Hoisting the White Ensign on board a British warship (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hoisting the White Ensign on board a British warship)

Our Latest Acquisition in the Far East, hoisting the British Flag at Taipo (litho)
1051852 Our Latest Acquisition in the Far East, hoisting the British Flag at Taipo (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Hoisting: A Glimpse into the History of Lifting and Raising" From the iconic Battle of Trafalgar (October 21st, 1805) to the bustling London Docks, it has played a pivotal role in shaping our world, and is an art that transcends time and industries, as seen in various captivating scenes throughout history. Intriguingly, hoisting hops became a symbol of craftsmanship and dedication within the brewing industry. The aroma-filled air witnessed their ascent towards perfection, promising delightful libations for all to enjoy. Meanwhile, an advertisement showcasing different types of steam engines revealed how this ingenious invention revolutionized transportation and manufacturing. These towering machines propelled progress forward with their mighty force. The engraving depicting Rochester Castle in Kent transported us back to medieval times when hoisting mechanisms were used for defense purposes. This architectural marvel stood tall as a testament to human ingenuity and strategic planning. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves amidst the Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan. Hoisting wings into the sky marked a significant milestone in aviation history, fostering cultural exchange through technological achievements. Back on home soil, witnessing the Union Jack Flag being hoisted atop Victoria Tower evoked feelings of national pride and unity. This powerful gesture represented strength and resilience during challenging times. Delving deeper into ancient wonders, we encountered illustrations from "Wonders of Land and Sea. " Building pyramids required immense manpower but also showcased humanity's ability to conquer monumental tasks through collective effort. Leonardo da Vinci's visionary mind took us inside an arsenal scene from centuries ago—a glimpse into his genius inventions that included innovative lifting mechanisms designed for warfare strategies ahead of his time. Descending underground brought us face-to-face with miners' daily struggles—hoisting themselves up from treacherous depths while extracting precious resources that fueled industrial growth across nations. Even underwater adventures had their share challenges.