Lifesaver Collection

Hochradfahrer / High Cyclist (colour litho)
8666301 Hochradfahrer / High Cyclist (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hochradfahrer)

Tower of Refuge, Douglas Bay, Douglas, Isle of Man

Parliament Hill Fields Lido PLA01_10_006
Parliament Hill Fields Lido, Gordon House Road, Gospel Oak, Camden, Greater London. Looking along the edge of the busy pool at Parliament Hill Fields Lido, showing the stainless steel tank lining

Lifesavers by Stettman. Date: circa 1908

A child lifesaver (colour litho)
3620886 A child lifesaver (colour litho) by Carrey, (fl.1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A child lifesaver. A 13 year-old boy who saved a French soldier of the 139th Infantry Regiment)

Saved, 1889 (etching on cream wove paper)
877258 Saved, 1889 (etching on cream wove paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 65.4x89.5 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; American, out of copyright

A courageous rescuer (colour litho)
3097433 A courageous rescuer (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A courageous rescuer. Un Courageux Sauveteur)

Spanish Prince (oil on white glass)
1212563 Spanish Prince (oil on white glass) by English School, (19th century); 23.3x25.4 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright

A six year-old lifesaver (colour litho)
2795625 A six year-old lifesaver (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A six year-old lifesaver. Un sauveteur de six ans)

Ceremony honouring Mr Le Du, a rescuer from Douarnenez, Brittany, 1897 (colour litho)
971908 Ceremony honouring Mr Le Du, a rescuer from Douarnenez, Brittany, 1897 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ceremony honouring Mr Le Du)

Royal Marines on Board HMS Victory, c. 1895 (b / w photo)
3244712 Royal Marines on Board HMS Victory, c.1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Louis-Joseph-Andre Delacour, French sailor and lifesaver (colour litho)
971848 Louis-Joseph-Andre Delacour, French sailor and lifesaver (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis-Joseph-Andre Delacour)

Courageous rescue of a young girl from the River Seine by a fifteen year-old boy at Saint-Cloud, France (colour litho)
3097521 Courageous rescue of a young girl from the River Seine by a fifteen year-old boy at Saint-Cloud, France (colour litho) by French School

Hand Reaching for a Life Ring

Tremletts Fender and Life Preserver 1846
Early lifebuoy by Tremlett. Date: 1846

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Ireland, County Dublin, Dublin City, river Liffey with the Convention Centre, streetlamp and lifebuoy in foreground

Parliament Hill Fields Lido PLA01_10_003
Parliament Hill Fields Lido, Gordon House Road, Gospel Oak, Camden, Greater London. A lifeguard watching over the busy pool from the remains of the original diving stage at Parliament Hill Fields

A lifeboat crew ready for service, 19th century. From The London Illustrated News, published 1881

The Lifeboat Going To The Rescue

USA, Hawaii Islands, Sea Life Park; Oahu, Three Bottlenose Dolphins Catching Their Meal

The lifesaving Mermaid of Bognor Regis, Mary Wheatland
Mary Wheatland (1835-1924) - a well known Bognor Regis Character, a woman who hired bathing machines from the east of the pier

GARBO AND STILLER, 1925. Swedish actress Greta Garbo and Swedish filmmaker Mauritz Stiller aboard the Drottningholm during its first trip to the United States. Photograph, 17 August 1925

Lifebuoy

Floating platform with a life ring, Sweden, Europe

Life ring and stop sign, Three Castle Head, Mizen Head Peninsula, West Cork, Republic of Ireland, British Isles, Europe

SHIPWRECK, 1887. Sailor John White (also shown in inset at upper left) standing on the floating wreckage of the deep sea fishing vessel Breeze, of which he was the sole survivor

DIME NOVEL, 1896. Frank Merriwells Motto, or The Young Life-Savers. Cover of a Street and Smith dime novel of 1896 in the Frank Merriwell series

CPR first aid technique, artwork
CPR first aid technique. Artwork showing the 2nd of 6 steps used in the first aid technique of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

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"Lifesaver: A Tribute to Heroes and Acts of Courage" In a world filled with uncertainty, there are those who rise above the ordinary, becoming true lifesavers. From the iconic Lifesavers by Stettman that have brought joy and relief to countless individuals, to the Tower of Refuge standing tall in Douglas Bay on the Isle of Man, these symbols remind us of hope amidst adversity. Parliament Hill Fields Lido PLA01_10_006 serves as a sanctuary for swimmers seeking solace in its refreshing waters. Just like the child lifesaver depicted in a vibrant colour litho, innocence and bravery intertwine as they protect lives. The etching Saved from 1889 captures an extraordinary moment frozen in time - a testament to human resilience. It reminds us that even when all seems lost, there is always someone willing to extend their hand. A courageous rescuer immortalized through a striking colour litho showcases how selflessness can transcend boundaries. Similarly, Spanish Prince painted on white glass embodies strength and nobility - qualities often found within those who dedicate themselves to saving others. The image of a six-year-old lifesaver evokes both admiration and awe; it demonstrates that age is no barrier when it comes to making a difference. Meanwhile, the ceremony honoring Mr Le Du from Douarnenez, Brittany in 1897 highlights how acts of heroism ripple through communities leaving lasting impacts. Royal Marines aboard HMS Victory captured in black-and-white photography transport us back to c. 1895 – reminding us that throughout history brave souls have stood ready at sea's edge protecting lives against treacherous tides. Louis-Joseph-Andre Delacour's portrait as a French sailor turned lifesaver encapsulates courage personified; his unwavering dedication echoes across generations inspiring future heroes yet unknown. Lastly, we witness an astounding rescue along the River Seine where fifteen-year-old boy fearlessly dives into danger without hesitation.