Offing Collection

Return of the Arctic Expedition to Portsmouth (engraving)
1053899 Return of the Arctic Expedition to Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Return of the Arctic Expedition to Portsmouth)

A Signal of Distress in the Offing (engraving)
2771342 A Signal of Distress in the Offing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Signal of Distress in the Offing)

The Fetes at Boulgone (engraving)
1059863 The Fetes at Boulgone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fetes at Boulgone)

Bamborough Castle, a Signal of Distress in the Offing (engraving)
1099094 Bamborough Castle, a Signal of Distress in the Offing (engraving) by Hayes, Edwin (1820-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bamborough Castle, a Signal of Distress in the Offing)

Portrait Carel Quina 1622-89 Knight Holy Sepulcher
Portrait of Carel Quina (1622-89), Knight of the Holy Sepulcher and Amsterdam-born explorer of Asia, Knight of the Holy Sepulcher, Amsterdam traveler to Asia

Source Size = 3996 x 2410
" bamborough Castle, a Signal of Distress in the Offing, " by E. Hayes, R.H.A. in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1866

Allegory of the birth of Princess Maria Amalia of Nassau-Dietz, daughter of Hendrik Casimir, January 29, 1689, around the crib with the child kneel Minerva, Juno and Cupid and Flora

Christ on the cross, Louis Bernard Coclers, 1756

Landscape with a tunnel, print maker: Pieter Nolpe, Adriaen van Nieulandt I, Claes Jansz. Visscher II, 1623 - 1653

View of Franeker 1598, Pieter Bast, 1598

1797-1858 1858. 24. 4 35. 9 Ando Fuji Hiroshige
Tōto tsukuda oki, Offing of Tsukuda in the eastern capital. Andō, Hiroshige, 1797-1858, artist, 1858. 1 print : woodcut, color ; 35.9 x 24.4 cm

Offing of Tsukuda in the eastern capital. Print shows wooden ships anchored among reeds in harbor, with a view of Mount Fuji in the background. Date 1858

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"Exploring the Unknown: A Return of the Arctic Expedition to Portsmouth" In this captivating engraving, we witness the triumphant return of an Arctic expedition to the bustling port city of Portsmouth. The scene is filled with a sense of anticipation and wonder as sailors disembark from their ships, weary yet exhilarated by their remarkable journey through treacherous icy waters. Amidst the crowd's jubilant cheers, another engraving catches our eye - "A Signal of Distress in the Offing. " It serves as a stark reminder that even amidst celebrations, danger lurks on distant horizons. This distress signal hints at unforeseen challenges faced by seafarers who risked it all for discovery and adventure. As we delve deeper into these engravings, we are transported to other intriguing scenes. "The Fetes at Boulogne" depicts joyous festivities in vivid detail; a vibrant celebration where music fills the air and people revel in merriment. Meanwhile, "Bamborough Castle, a Signal of Distress in the Offing" presents us with a haunting contrast - an imposing castle standing tall against stormy skies while waves crash ominously nearby. Moving away from maritime themes, we encounter portraits that capture individuals' stories across time. One such portrait is that of Carel Quina - a knight associated with Holy Sepulcher during 1622-89. His dignified presence speaks volumes about his esteemed position within society. Further exploring allegorical artistry brings us to "Allegory of the birth of Princess Maria Amalia, " which commemorates her arrival into this world amidst great fanfare and hope for her future reign. In contrast stands Louis Bernard Coclers' poignant depiction titled "Christ on the Cross, " reminding viewers of sacrifice and redemption. Nature's beauty also takes center stage through prints like Pieter Nolpe's "Landscape with a Tunnel.