Skiffs Collection

A colourful scene at the edge of the ocean
Kimberly

Lynx Helicopter Hovers Over Suspected Pirates
HMS Portland Intercepts and disarms an alleged piracy gang on 2 June 2009, whilst conducting counterpiracy operations in the Gulf of Aden as part of Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) Task Force 151

Great Skiff Race, at Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Great Skiff Race, at Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 1844. Rowing race on the River Tyne:a grand skiff match for £ 180, was rowed between Coombes, the celebrated Thames waterman, and Henry Clasper

Rowing past hire boats, Durham
Rowers race past the traditional wooden hire boats tied up on the banks of the River Wear at Durham. They are about to go under the Elvet Bridge Date: 1990

assorted blueish building classic classical destination
San Remo

Construction Haifa harbour Athlit quarries Loading railroad
Construction of the Haifa harbour. The Athlit quarries. Loading railroad car skiffs. 1920, Israel, ʝAtlit

Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, England; Empty Boat Floating In The North Sea

Weathered Fishing Boat On Shore, Holy Island, Bewick, England

Gustave Caillebotte, French (1848-1894), Skiffs, 1877, oil on canvas

Great sailing and rowing, print maker: Reinier Nooms, Arthur Tooker, 1650 - 1675

Harbour Scene with a landing boat, Reinier Nooms, 1656

Great sailing boat and rowing boat, Reinier Nooms, 1650 - 1664

Little rowing boat in the swampy areas of the Unesco world heritage sight Sundarbans, Bangladesh, Asia

Blue fishing boats, Essaouria, Morocco, Africa

Rowers, Old Main River near Volkach, Mainschleife, loop in the Main River, Mainfranken, Lower Franconia, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Fishing boats on the clear lake Almotjonna, Denstad, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Fishing boat on the clear lake Almotjonna, Denstad, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Istanbul, Turkey - Caiques on the Golden Horn
Istanbul, Turkey - Caiques (light skiff boats) on the Golden Horn Date: 1927

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Skiffs, the sleek and nimble vessels that have captured the hearts of sailors and enthusiasts alike throughout history. From the Great Skiff Race at Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1844 to rowing past hire boats in Durham, these small boats have left an indelible mark on maritime culture. In a daring display of bravery, a Lynx Helicopter hovers over suspected pirates, reminding us of the skiffs' versatility and importance in combating piracy on the high seas. Meanwhile, an empty boat floats mysteriously in the North Sea off Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, England - a haunting reminder of the unpredictable nature of these waters. On Holy Island's shore in Bewick, England stands a weathered fishing boat; its worn exterior tells tales of countless voyages braving treacherous waves. This picturesque scene is reminiscent of Gustave Caillebotte's masterpiece "Skiffs, " where he captures their elegance and grace with his brushstrokes. Allart van Everdingen's "Two Empty Skiffs" transports us back to c. 1645-1656 when these vessels were essential for transportation and trade. Reinier Nooms' printmaker skills come alive as he depicts great sailing and rowing moments from history - showcasing their significance as modes of transport during this era. The bustling construction at Haifa harbor Athlit quarries loading railroad highlights how skiffs played crucial roles not only in leisure but also industry. These versatile crafts were used for transporting goods across waterways efficiently. As we gaze upon assorted blueish classical buildings against serene waterfronts worldwide, it becomes evident that they can timeless symbols of exploration and adventure. Whether it be through art or real-life scenes like Reinier Nooms' "Harbour Scene with a landing boat, " skiffs continue to captivate our imagination with their enduring charm. So let us celebrate these remarkable vessels that have traversed vast oceans while leaving their mark on history.