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Naval Uniform Collection (page 5)

"From Captain James Cook to the Prince of Wales: A Journey through Naval Uniforms" Step back in time and explore the rich history of naval uniforms

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Captain Cook approaching New Zealand, illustration from Hutchinson

Captain Cook approaching New Zealand, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373559 Captain Cook approaching New Zealand, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Andrew Jackson (oil on canvas)

Andrew Jackson (oil on canvas)
HEH372246 Andrew Jackson (oil on canvas) by Eichholtz, Jacob (1776-1842); 76.2x63.5 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Captain Cook landing in Tasmania, 1777, illustration from Hutchinson

Captain Cook landing in Tasmania, 1777, illustration from Hutchinson
IL370602 Captain Cook landing in Tasmania, 1777, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Toussaint-Guillaume Picquet de la Motte, French Admiral (chromolitho)

Toussaint-Guillaume Picquet de la Motte, French Admiral (chromolitho)
972271 Toussaint-Guillaume Picquet de la Motte, French Admiral (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Toussaint-Guillaume Picquet de la Motte (1720-1791)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: How Captain Cook was welcomed in Tasmania (gravure)

How Captain Cook was welcomed in Tasmania (gravure)
979536 How Captain Cook was welcomed in Tasmania (gravure) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: How Captain Cook was welcomed in Tasmania, 1777)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: William Hoste, British naval officer (engraving)

William Hoste, British naval officer (engraving)
820651 William Hoste, British naval officer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Hoste (1780-1828)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Russian sailors in Paris eating stew (colour litho)

Russian sailors in Paris eating stew (colour litho)
2807741 Russian sailors in Paris eating stew (colour litho) by Belon, Jose (d.1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian sailors in Paris to help organise the Russian section of the 1900)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Admiral Gervais (colour litho)

Admiral Gervais (colour litho)
2807666 Admiral Gervais (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Gervais, French admiral who commanded the French naval manoeuvres in the Mediterranean)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: French naval manoeuvres (colour litho)

French naval manoeuvres (colour litho)
2818208 French naval manoeuvres (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French naval manoeuvres, Bastille Day, Toulon. Saluting the flag)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Coastguardsman (colour litho)

Coastguardsman (colour litho)
2775645 Coastguardsman (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coastguardsman. Illustration for Her Majestys Navy by Charles Rathbone Low (Virtue)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: H R H the Duke of Edinburgh (colour litho)

H R H the Duke of Edinburgh (colour litho)
2775628 H R H the Duke of Edinburgh (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: H R H the Duke of Edinburgh)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: French sailors entertaining themselves at sea (colour litho)

French sailors entertaining themselves at sea (colour litho)
2779219 French sailors entertaining themselves at sea (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French sailors entertaining themselves at sea)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Never Again (b / w photo)

Never Again (b / w photo)
2775180 Never Again (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Never Again. King George V and the Kaiser with officers of the 1st battalion Prussian Guards)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Cherbourg (chromolitho)

Cherbourg (chromolitho)
2782586 Cherbourg (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cherbourg. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: President Loubet of France visiting Toulon (colour litho)

President Loubet of France visiting Toulon (colour litho)
2819169 President Loubet of France visiting Toulon (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: President Loubet of France visiting Toulon)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Vice-Admiral Fournier, commander of the French Navys Mediterranean Squadron (litho)

Vice-Admiral Fournier, commander of the French Navys Mediterranean Squadron (litho)
2818923 Vice-Admiral Fournier, commander of the French Navys Mediterranean Squadron (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vice-Admiral Fournier)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Admiral Gervais before the Board of Inquiry (colour litho)

Admiral Gervais before the Board of Inquiry (colour litho)
2818700 Admiral Gervais before the Board of Inquiry (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admiral Gervais before the Board of Inquiry)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Admiral Skrydlov, commander of the Russian squadron at the celebrations of the opening of the Kiel

Admiral Skrydlov, commander of the Russian squadron at the celebrations of the opening of the Kiel Canal (colour litho)
2818653 Admiral Skrydlov, commander of the Russian squadron at the celebrations of the opening of the Kiel Canal (colour litho) by Meaulle

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: A ball at the Toulon Arsenal (colour litho)

A ball at the Toulon Arsenal (colour litho)
2818438 A ball at the Toulon Arsenal (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A ball at the Toulon Arsenal)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Admiral Avelan (colour litho)

Admiral Avelan (colour litho)
2818434 Admiral Avelan (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Admiral Fyodor Avelan on board the Tsar Nicholas I)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Alliance between France and Russia (colour litho)

Alliance between France and Russia (colour litho)
2818433 Alliance between France and Russia (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alliance between France and Russia. Entente fraternelle)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: A Shinto ceremony in Japan (colour litho)

A Shinto ceremony in Japan (colour litho)
2795997 A Shinto ceremony in Japan (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shinto ceremony in Japan)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Lubbers Hole, alisa The Crack d Jordan, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving)

Lubbers Hole, alisa The Crack d Jordan, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving)
3025375 Lubbers Hole, alisa The Crack d Jordan, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: God be with you! (coloured photo)

God be with you! (coloured photo)
3103708 God be with you! (coloured photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: God be with you)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: President Fallieres of France greeting the commanding officers of foreign ships at the prefecture

President Fallieres of France greeting the commanding officers of foreign ships at the prefecture of Marseilles
3097633 President Fallieres of France greeting the commanding officers of foreign ships at the prefecture of Marseilles (colour litho) by French School

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Visit by the French fleet to England (colour litho)

Visit by the French fleet to England (colour litho)
3097518 Visit by the French fleet to England (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit by the French fleet to England)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: The Evening Before The Battle of Copenhagen, illustration from

The Evening Before The Battle of Copenhagen, illustration from
IL323222 The Evening Before The Battle of Copenhagen, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Davidson

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: King George V in naval uniform, 1935 (photo)

King George V in naval uniform, 1935 (photo)
5996571 King George V in naval uniform, 1935 (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King George V (1865-1936) in naval uniform, 1935

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Messmates (engraving)

Messmates (engraving)
5207171 Messmates (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messmates. Illustration for Home Words edited by Charles Bullock, 1890.); © Look and Learn

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Richard Howe, 1st Earl Howe ( Black-Dick turn d taylor ), pub

Richard Howe, 1st Earl Howe ( Black-Dick turn d taylor ), pub
2966795 Richard Howe, 1st Earl Howe ( Black-Dick turn d taylor ), pub. 1788 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Howe)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Captain Cook approaching New Zealand, illustration from Hutchinson

Captain Cook approaching New Zealand, illustration from Hutchinson
IL370610 Captain Cook approaching New Zealand, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Captain Cook taking possession of New South Wales, 1770

Captain Cook taking possession of New South Wales, 1770
STC373556 Captain Cook taking possession of New South Wales, 1770, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (colour litho) by Gilfillan

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: The Boy Sailor (colour litho)

The Boy Sailor (colour litho)
2818213 The Boy Sailor (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boy Sailor. Painting by Brun. Le Mousse. Tableau de M Brun)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Admiral Caillard, commander of the French fleet at Mytilene, Lesbos (litho)

Admiral Caillard, commander of the French fleet at Mytilene, Lesbos (litho)
2807707 Admiral Caillard, commander of the French fleet at Mytilene, Lesbos (litho) by Pirou, Eugene (fl.1884-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admiral Caillard)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Eugene Darcy, French naval officer (litho)

Eugene Darcy, French naval officer (litho)
2807867 Eugene Darcy, French naval officer (litho) by Nadar, (Gaspard Felix Tournachon) (1820-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eugene Darcy)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: New flag of the Russian Navy (colour litho)

New flag of the Russian Navy (colour litho)
2818859 New flag of the Russian Navy (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New flag of the Russian Navy. Le nouveau drapeau de la marine Russe)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Lieutenant and signal boy (colour litho)

Lieutenant and signal boy (colour litho)
2775624 Lieutenant and signal boy (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieutenant and signal boy)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: The Entente Cordiale (colour litho)

The Entente Cordiale (colour litho)
2795970 The Entente Cordiale (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Entente Cordiale)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: French naval squadron visiting Athens (colour litho)

French naval squadron visiting Athens (colour litho)
2795852 French naval squadron visiting Athens (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French naval squadron visiting Athens)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Entente Cordiale. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)

Entente Cordiale. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786143 Entente Cordiale. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Iribe, Paul (1883-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entente Cordiale)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Nelsons Chase after the French Fleet, 1805 (litho)

Nelsons Chase after the French Fleet, 1805 (litho)
3638352 Nelsons Chase after the French Fleet, 1805 (litho) by Davidson, Thomas (fl.1863-1908) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nelsons Chase after the French Fleet)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: A la Coupee. Cover of Le Figaro Illustre, March 1897 (colour litho)

A la Coupee. Cover of Le Figaro Illustre, March 1897 (colour litho)
3098803 A la Coupee. Cover of Le Figaro Illustre, March 1897 (colour litho) by Bourgain, Gustave (c.1855-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: A la Coupee)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Sailors doing the pole vault at the Ecole de Gymnastique de Lorient, France (colour photo)

Sailors doing the pole vault at the Ecole de Gymnastique de Lorient, France (colour photo)
3098814 Sailors doing the pole vault at the Ecole de Gymnastique de Lorient, France (colour photo) by French Photographer

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Sailors carrying out an exercise with a landing gun on board a ship (colour photo)

Sailors carrying out an exercise with a landing gun on board a ship (colour photo)
3098812 Sailors carrying out an exercise with a landing gun on board a ship (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: The marriage of the Duke of Cornwall and York to Princess Mary, Chapel Royal, St James Palace

The marriage of the Duke of Cornwall and York to Princess Mary, Chapel Royal, St James Palace, London
974053 The marriage of the Duke of Cornwall and York to Princess Mary, Chapel Royal, St James Palace, London, 6 July 1893 (chromolitho) by Payne

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: Gun drill during the naval manoeuvres, 1891 (chromolitho)

Gun drill during the naval manoeuvres, 1891 (chromolitho)
974048 Gun drill during the naval manoeuvres, 1891 (chromolitho) by Payne, Henry (Harry) (1868-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gun drill during the naval manoeuvres, 1891)

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: King George V, Queen Mary, the Prince of Wales and Princess Mary in the White Drawing Room

King George V, Queen Mary, the Prince of Wales and Princess Mary in the White Drawing Room, Buckingham Palace, London
5996557 King George V, Queen Mary, the Prince of Wales and Princess Mary in the White Drawing Room, Buckingham Palace, London, 1913 (colour litho) by Lavery

Background imageNaval Uniform Collection: French sailors in Constantinople amusing themselves by playing leapfrog (colour litho)

French sailors in Constantinople amusing themselves by playing leapfrog (colour litho)
2779888 French sailors in Constantinople amusing themselves by playing leapfrog (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)



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"From Captain James Cook to the Prince of Wales: A Journey through Naval Uniforms" Step back in time and explore the rich history of naval uniforms, as we embark on a captivating journey. Our first stop takes us to 1770, where Captain James Cook proudly donned his naval uniform while taking possession of New South Wales in the name of the British Crown. Moving forward, we encounter John Cassin's remarkable artwork from 1806, depicting Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin's creation - a stunning representation of a naval uniform that exudes elegance and authority. Fast forward to 1896, where we find ourselves aboard the training ship HMS Lion at Devonport. The sailor lads proudly display their impeccable uniforms as they march out for a battalion parade. WM Crockett skillfully captures this moment, immortalizing their dedication and discipline. In 1936, George VI graces our presence as Admiral of the Fleet in the Royal Navy. His majestic naval uniform symbolizes power and leadership during an era filled with challenges and triumphs. William IV makes his appearance in Rosalind Thornycroft's artwork from 1932. As King of Great Britain and Ireland, he showcases regality through his intricately designed naval attire. The Look Out by William Christian Symons transports us to c1890-c1893 when sailors stood watch atop ships dressed impeccably in their navy blue uniforms – ever vigilant guardians protecting maritime territories. Joining royalty on board the royal yacht during the 19th century (1910), we witness how even amidst leisurely moments at sea, proper attire is maintained by all members of society – including children - reflecting respect for tradition and protocol. Mr Saunders stands tall aboard HMS Powerful – his distinguished uniform representing honor earned through service to Queen and country. Each thread woven into its fabric tells tales untold yet deeply ingrained within maritime history.