Houseboats Collection

Henley Regatta 1903
By the river during the Henley Regatta. Date: 1903

Canal boats, Little Venice, London W9, England, United Kingdom, Europe

'Smogenbryggan', the picturesque harbour of Smogen with the traditional and colorful boathouses, Smogen, Bohuslan, Vastra Gotaland, Sweden

Fishing village of Smogen with traditional colorful buildings by the sea, Smogen, Sotenas municipality, Bohuslan, Vastra Gotaland, Sweden

Idyllic and colorful fishing huts near the water, Smogen, Sotenas municipality, Bohusan, lVastra Gotaland, West Sweden, Sweden

Sunday Evening, pub.1926 (etching)
5051358 Sunday Evening, pub.1926 (etching) by Nevinson, Christopher Richard Wynne (1889-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sunday Evening, pub)

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China, Jiangsu, Qidong, Man in a red shirt and straw hat fishing with a rod and line off his boat moored in a canal. Pair of black trousers hanging on a line against a white background; Many poor

Traditional building and houseboat on a canal, Ghent, Belgium

Regents Canal, London, England

Europe, UK, England, London, Hackney, Regents Canal, houseboats, trees with colourful Autumn leaves, reflection in still water

UK, England, London, Southwark, Canary Wharf skyline and old barges on River Thames

Vietnam, Quang Ninh province, Halong Bay, tourist houseboats on Halong Bay

Traditional houseboat, Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Henley on Thames Houseboats early 1900s

Windsor Castle from River Thames early 1900s

Oxford Eights on the River Thames Victorian period

Cute, miniature Houseboat and occupant. Date: 1924

Houseboats, Srinagar, Kashmir, India
Houseboats, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. Date: circa 1910s

Oxford Eight practising on the River Thames with Houseboats
An Oxford Eight practising on the River Thames with elegant houseboats moored along the far riverbank. Date: 1929

Regatta scenes, Australia
Scenes from the Henley-on-Yarra Regatta in Melbourne. Smartly dressed men and women watching the race. The total attendance was estimated to exceed 100, 000

Houseboats, Loch Lomond (oil on canvas)
3550982 Houseboats, Loch Lomond (oil on canvas) by Hunter, George Leslie (1877-1931); 45.7x55.9 cm; Glasgow Museums, UK; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Houseboats on Henley Backwater (colour litho)
968278 Houseboats on Henley Backwater (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Houseboats on Henley Backwater)

House Boats, Loch Lomond (oil on canvas)
475963 House Boats, Loch Lomond (oil on canvas) by Hunter, George Leslie (1877-1931); 50.8x61 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Scottish, out of copyright

Along Bayou Saint John, New Orleans, 1910 (b / w photo)
779163 Along Bayou Saint John, New Orleans, 1910 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louisiana); American, out of copyright

Crowded river during the Henley Regatta 1905
Crowd of people gathered to watch the annual event on the River Thames. Date: 1905

Norfolk Broads: Punt-Gunners Houseboats on Breydon (colour litho)
6026615 Norfolk Broads: Punt-Gunners Houseboats on Breydon (colour litho) by Southgate, Frank (1872-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punt-Gunners Houseboats on Breydon)

The Thames (development of the house-boat system) (engraving)
3640715 The Thames (development of the house-boat system) (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thames (development of the house-boat system)

Grand Canal, Hangzhou, China (chromolitho)
1093588 Grand Canal, Hangzhou, China (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Canal, Hangzhou, China)

Punch cartoon: houseboats converted into shops on the River Thames in London (engraving)
6035027 Punch cartoon: houseboats converted into shops on the River Thames in London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Houseboat and moon, c. 1854-59 (colour woodblock print)
880833 Houseboat and moon, c.1854-59 (colour woodblock print) by KAckei, Ueda (fl.c.1854-59); 18.7x24.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of Mr. and Mrs

The Last Day of Henley Regatta, distributing the Prizes (b / w photo)
1063519 The Last Day of Henley Regatta, distributing the Prizes (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Day of Henley Regatta)

Crowded river during the Henley Regatta. 1909

Houseboats at Henley 1901
Houseboats, punts and canoes line the Thames at Henley Date: 1901

England, London, View from Downings Roads Moorings across the River Thames

CHINA, Hong Kong, Aberdeen Aberdeen harbour and typhoon shelter. Junks, houseboats, fishing boats and other vessels with high rise city buildings beyond

Lake Dal, Srinagar, Kashmir - a man paddling boat
Lake Dal, Srinagar, Kashmir - a man wearing an Astrakhan hat, paddling his shikara boat Date: 1986

Srinagar, Kashmir - floating houseboats Date: 1986

Honeybee (Apis mellifera) taking off from flower with canal in the background, Strasbourg, France. June 2014

Sunday Evening, pub. 1926. Creator: Christopher Richard Wynne Nevinson (1889 –
Sunday Evening, pub. 1926 (etching)

Archival color postcard of junks in harbor waiting for coming typhoon, Hong Kong, China, c 1910
Archival color postcard of junks in harbor for safety against coming typhoon, Hong Kong, China, c 1910. (Photo by Allan Seiden, Legacy Archive/Getty Images)

Canal de la Robine, Southern France
Canal de la Robine, running through the centre of the town of Narbonne in Southern France; Narbonne, Occitanie region, France

Graiguenamanagh, River Barrow, Co Carlow, Ireland; Boats In The River That Flows Through A Town

Lough Derg, Ireland

Houseboats, River Thames, Christ Church Meadows, Oxford

Oxford Christ Church Meadows River Thames Victorian period

Singapore River 1971
Singapore: houseboats and cargo boats on the river. Date: 1971

Crowded river during the Henley Regatta 1906
Henley Regatta day, societys great exodus from London. 1906

Boulters lock, Berkshire 1906
Crowds of boats queuing for Boulters Lock, Berkshire, on Ascot Sunday, 1906. 1906

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"Exploring the Charm of Houseboats: From Henley Regatta 1903 to Little Venice, London" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of houseboats. Dating back to the early 1900s, these floating abodes have captured hearts across continents. Picture yourself at Henley Regatta 1903, where elegant canal boats adorned with vibrant flags gracefully glide along the River Thames. Transporting us to Little Venice, London W9, England, United Kingdom, Europe; a picturesque neighborhood where charming canal boats line the tranquil waterways. Imagine strolling along Regents Canal as these unique dwellings create an idyllic backdrop for your leisurely walk. Let's not forget about their presence on the majestic River Thames. Glimpse into history as you witness Oxford Eights rowing past grandiose Windsor Castle during Victorian times. The river comes alive with excitement as both locals and visitors marvel at this timeless spectacle. But it's not just about historical significance - it also offer adorable surprises. Spot a cute miniature houseboat complete with its tiny occupant enjoying life on calm waters. These pint-sized homes exude charm and whimsy that will surely bring a smile to your face. Venturing beyond England's borders takes us to Srinagar in Kashmir, India - home to breathtaking houseboats floating serenely on Dal Lake. Experience tranquility like never before as you soak up stunning views of snow-capped mountains while being gently rocked by gentle ripples beneath your feet. Back on familiar grounds but still captivated by their allure? Witness Oxford Eight rowers perfecting their craft amidst regal houseboats dotting the River Thames once more. This harmonious blend of sporting prowess and architectural beauty is truly a sight to behold. Houseboat enthusiasts can find solace even Down Under. Journey across oceans to Australia and discover regatta scenes that showcase these unique vessels in all their glory.