Pontoons Collection (#12)

The unemployed seeking work at the docks (engraving)
583085 The unemployed seeking work at the docks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Trial of Oscar Wilde (engraving)
583378 Trial of Oscar Wilde (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trial of Oscar Wilde)

James George Semple, swindler and con-man (engraving)
583893 James George Semple, swindler and con-man (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James George Semple)

The great strike of dock labourers at the East End (engraving)
583536 The great strike of dock labourers at the East End (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Trades in Regency Ireland and England: Cork, Dublin and London Docks
6340324 Trades in Regency Ireland and England: Cork, Dublin and London Docks by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency Ireland and England: Cork, Dublin and London Docks)

Dock, Rumex (litho)
6004549 Dock, Rumex (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dock, Rumex. Illustration for Flowers and Plants from Nature by Emile Favart (Mounteney)

The Charge of High Treason against Dr Krause, his Second Appearance at Bow Street, on 10 September (litho)
1629127 The Charge of High Treason against Dr Krause, his Second Appearance at Bow Street, on 10 September (litho) by Cleaver

Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven (engraving)
1623898 Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven)

Review of the First Army Corps by Her Majesty at Aldershott, Store Waggons and Pontoons passing before the Queen
1590052 Review of the First Army Corps by Her Majesty at Aldershott, Store Waggons and Pontoons passing before the Queen (engraving) by English School

Departure of Troops for South Africa (engraving)
1592360 Departure of Troops for South Africa (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Departure of Troops for South Africa)

The Queen opening the Deep Water "Empress"Dock at Southampton, the Royal Yacht entering the Dock (engraving)
1596569 The Queen opening the Deep Water " Empress" Dock at Southampton, the Royal Yacht entering the Dock (engraving) by English School

Inside the Docks by Gustave Dore
3789598 Inside the Docks by Gustave Dore by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Inside the Docks. Engraving by Gustave Dore, from London, a Pilgrimage, by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold, 1872)

The George Griswold in Dock at Liverpool landing her Provisions for the Distressed Operatives in the North (engraving)
1588204 The George Griswold in Dock at Liverpool landing her Provisions for the Distressed Operatives in the North (engraving) by English School

Dock in Course of Construction at Boulogne (engraving)
1587729 Dock in Course of Construction at Boulogne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dock in Course of Construction at Boulogne)

Victorian London Docks engraving by Gustave Dore
3780141 Victorian London Docks engraving by Gustave Dore by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: London Docks. Engraving by Gustave Dore, from London, a Pilgrimage)

The Royal Visit to Ireland (litho)
1597887 The Royal Visit to Ireland (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Visit to Ireland)

HMS Leopard in Dock at Shanghai (engraving)
1610607 HMS Leopard in Dock at Shanghai (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Leopard in Dock at Shanghai)

The Prince of Wales opening the New Wing of the Sailors Home, in Well-Street, London Docks (engraving)
1610336 The Prince of Wales opening the New Wing of the Sailors Home, in Well-Street, London Docks (engraving) by English School

The Kings Visit to Pembroke, 23 August, the Avenue up which Their Majesties drove from the Landing Stage at the Dock
1600934 The Kings Visit to Pembroke, 23 August, the Avenue up which Their Majesties drove from the Landing Stage at the Dock (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Trial of the Notorious Brigand, Musolino, at Lucca (litho)
1629635 The Trial of the Notorious Brigand, Musolino, at Lucca (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trial of the Notorious Brigand, Musolino, at Lucca)

In the dry dock (engraving)
5212893 In the dry dock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the dry dock. Illustration for The British Hive and Its Working Bees by H C Miall Smith)

The Queens Visit to Southampton, Opening of the Empress Dock (engraving)
1038246 The Queens Visit to Southampton, Opening of the Empress Dock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to Southampton)

A Tasting Order at the London Docks, selecting a Cask (engraving)
1051269 A Tasting Order at the London Docks, selecting a Cask (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tasting Order at the London Docks)

Southampton Illustrated (engraving)
1044318 Southampton Illustrated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Southampton Illustrated)

Liverpool from the river (b / w photo)
3095352 Liverpool from the river (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Liverpool from the river. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Windsor Castle from Eton College boathouse (b / w photo)
3094856 Windsor Castle from Eton College boathouse (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Windsor Castle from Eton College boathouse)

The Stranding of HMS "Victoria"(engraving)
1056043 The Stranding of HMS " Victoria" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stranding of HMS " Victoria")

The Nordenfelt Submarine Boat (engraving)
1050456 The Nordenfelt Submarine Boat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nordenfelt Submarine Boat)

Collision of the SS "Constancia"and "Primus"in Dock at Newport (engraving)
1060522 Collision of the SS " Constancia" and " Primus" in Dock at Newport (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Prince and Princess of Wales at Grimsby (engraving)
1099693 The Prince and Princess of Wales at Grimsby (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince and Princess of Wales at Grimsby)

After Many Days (litho)
1039107 After Many Days (litho) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: After Many Days)

Pontoon Bridge Train, James River, 1864. Creator: Andrew Joseph Russell
Pontoon Bridge Train, James River, 1864. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over fishing boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over fishing boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over fishing boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, view over boats moored in the Marina with apartment buildings behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, apartment building in the Marina

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, boat for sale in the Marina

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, boats for sale in the Marina

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, apartment buildings in marina with moored motor boats and chalk cliffs behind

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, apartment building in marina with moored barge and chalk cliffs behind

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"Pontoons: A Journey Through Art, History, and Innovation" Step into the world as we explore their significance through various artworks and historical events. In "India House, Manchester, 1912, " an oil on canvas masterpiece captures the bustling activity around a pontoon docked at the harbor. The painting portrays the pivotal role these floating structures played in trade and transportation during that era. The launch of "Shamrock II" at Dumbarton in April 20th is frozen in time through a captivating black and white photograph. This America Cup Challenger showcases the elegance and grace with which they were constructed for sailing competitions. An engraving depicting the commencement of Hull, Barnsley, and West Riding Railway and Dock takes us back to witness how pontoons facilitated railway expansion by connecting landlocked regions to waterways for efficient transport. Impressionist art lovers will appreciate Monet's "La Grenouillere" from 1869. Amidst vibrant brushstrokes lies a pontoon bridge that adds depth to this scenic riverside gathering spot. It also played a crucial role during wartime. The Battle of Mons in 1914 witnessed their utilization as makeshift bridges enabling troops to cross treacherous waters swiftly. A watercolor painting titled "US Liberty Ship" showcases how these versatile structures aided military efforts during World War II by transporting troops and supplies across oceans efficiently. Traveling back further in time, an atmospheric railway depicted in William Dawson's work from 1848 transports us to Star Cross where innovative pontoons propelled trains over water using compressed air technology - revolutionizing transportation methods once again. Monet's enchanting artwork "Le bassin d'Argenteuil" beautifully captures serene reflections on calm waters surrounding a picturesque pontoon bridge - showcasing its aesthetic appeal beyond functionality.