Smuggler Collection

SMUGGLER
Though technically criminals, smugglers are often popular heroes, as is this fellow, Will Watch the Smuggler Bold who will die bravely in a fight with the revenue men

Jack Rattenbury, smuggler
Jack or John Rattenbury (1778 - 1844), nicknamed the Rob Roy of the West. Born in Beer, Devonshire, Rattenbury was in turn privateer, fisherman, pressed sailor in the Navy, and smuggler

Page from The Graphic entitled Our Coastguard
A page from The Graphic entitled Our Coastguard, detailing the work of smugglers and lifeboat crews in 1892. 1892

Smugglers on the Swedish westcoast, by Josef Wilhelm Wallander (1821-88) Date: 19th century

X-ray security machine, 1900
X-ray security machine. Historical artwork of a fluoroscope being used in a late 19th-century French customs hall. The fluoroscope was designed and built by the French inventor Eugene Ducretet

Spanish Police arrest a smuggler. Behobia, Basque Country, Spain

English Smuggler
German portrayal of an English smuggler

"For our parson" (litho)
8650628 "For our parson" (litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: "For our parson." Illustration for The Smugglers by Charles G Harper)

Smugglers hiding goods in a tomb (litho)
8650632 Smugglers hiding goods in a tomb (litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Smugglers hiding goods in a tomb)

The Speed-Boat (colour litho)
8659605 The Speed-Boat (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Speed-Boat. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Water-Cask (colour litho)
8659587 The Water-Cask (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Water-Cask. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Destroyer (colour litho)
8659602 The Destroyer (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Destroyer. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Picket Boat (colour litho)
8659600 The Picket Boat (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Picket Boat)

The Death (colour litho)
8659577 The Death (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Spy (colour litho)
8659573 The Spy (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spy. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Ruse, "The Ghostly Drummer of Hurstmonceaux" (colour litho)
8659572 The Ruse, "The Ghostly Drummer of Hurstmonceaux" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ruse)

The Refuge (colour litho)
8659571 The Refuge (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Refuge. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Haven (colour litho)
8659568 The Haven (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Haven. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

Dragoons dispersing smugglers (litho)
8643763 Dragoons dispersing smugglers (litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dragoons dispersing smugglers)

A landing at Bo-Peep (litho)
8643738 A landing at Bo-Peep (litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: A landing at Bo-Peep. Illustration for The Smugglers by Charles G Harper (Chapman and Hall)

The chop-backs (litho)
8643735 The chop-backs (litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The chop-backs. Illustration for The Smugglers by Charles G Harper (Chapman and Hall)

The Bootleggers (Charcoal and gouache on board)
8766707 The Bootleggers (Charcoal and gouache on board) by Frost, Arthur Burdett (1851-1928); High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia, USA; © High Museum of Art .

Portrait of french smuggler Louis Mandrin (1725-1755) fighting the tax farmers-general (tax collectors), 1748-1750 ca
ELD4871756 Portrait of french smuggler Louis Mandrin (1725-1755) fighting the tax farmers-general (tax collectors), 1748-1750 ca

Escape of Johnson (litho)
8643746 Escape of Johnson (litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Escape of Johnson. Illustration for The Smugglers by Charles G Harper (Chapman and Hall)

"Run the rascal through!" (litho)
8643741 "Run the rascal through!" (litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Run the rascal through)

The "Dog and Partridge," Slindon Common (litho)
8643732 The "Dog and Partridge," Slindon Common (litho) by Harper, Charles George (1863-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Dog and Partridge," Slindon Common)

Goudhurst Church (litho)
8643729 Goudhurst Church (litho) by Harper, Charles George (1863-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goudhurst Church. Illustration for The Smugglers by Charles G Harper (Chapman and Hall)

A Smuggler of Romance, Dirk Hatteraick in his cavern (colour litho)
8659609 A Smuggler of Romance, Dirk Hatteraick in his cavern (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Smuggler of Romance, Dirk Hatteraick in his cavern)

The "Hi-Jacker" (colour litho)
8659603 The "Hi-Jacker" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Hi-Jacker." Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards)

The Stage (colour litho)
8659599 The Stage (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stage. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Search (colour litho)
8659597 The Search (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Search. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Prize (colour litho)
8659594 The Prize (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prize. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Revenue Cutter (colour litho)
8659588 The Revenue Cutter (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Revenue Cutter)

HMS "Ramillies" (colour litho)
8659582 HMS "Ramillies" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS "Ramillies." Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards)

The Martello Tower (colour litho)
8659581 The Martello Tower (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Martello Tower)

The Chasse Maree (colour litho)
8659579 The Chasse Maree (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chasse Maree)

The Law (colour litho)
8659578 The Law (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Law. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Riding Officer (colour litho)
8659570 The Riding Officer (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Riding Officer)

The Signal (colour litho)
8659567 The Signal (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Signal. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The "Free Traders" (colour litho)
8659561 The "Free Traders" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Free Traders." Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards)

Chater, Chained in ye Turff House at Old Mills's Cobby, kicking him and Tapner, cutting him Goss ye Eyes and Nose
8650627 Chater, Chained in ye Turff House at Old Mills's Cobby, kicking him and Tapner, cutting him Goss ye Eyes and Nose

A smuggler chased by a brig, 19th century (oil on canvas)
7337764 A smuggler chased by a brig, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Buttersworth, Thomas (1768-1842); 30.5x40.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Smugglers alarm: gathered in their hideout, the smugglers organize their defense
MMM5457668 Smugglers alarm: gathered in their hideout, the smugglers organize their defense, one is watching the outside through the keyhole

The Original "Bootlegger" (colour litho)
8659591 The Original "Bootlegger" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Poole (colour litho)
8659575 Poole (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poole. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The "Batman" (colour litho)
8659564 The "Batman" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Batman." Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards)

The Gun-Runner (colour litho)
8659606 The Gun-Runner (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gun-Runner. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

The Cooper (colour litho)
8659589 The Cooper (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cooper. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Smugglers)

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"Unveiling the Intriguing World of Smugglers: From Jack Rattenbury to Theatre Villains" Step into the shadowy realm of smugglers as we explore their captivating tales and notorious exploits. In this journey, we encounter fascinating glimpses from history, art, and even technology. Delve into the life of Jack Rattenbury, a legendary figure whose name became synonymous with smuggling in the 18th century. His audacious escapades along the treacherous English coastline left authorities bewildered and locals in awe. The Graphic's page entitled "Our Coastguard" paints a vivid picture of relentless battles between brave coastguards and cunning smugglers amidst stormy seas. The constant cat-and-mouse game played out on these shores has become an enduring part of maritime folklore. Witnessing advancements in security measures, we find ourselves transported to 1900 when X-ray machines were first introduced for detecting contraband items hidden by crafty smugglers. This technological breakthrough revolutionized border control forever. Across borders, Spanish police relentlessly pursued those involved in illicit trade. A gripping image captures their triumphant moment as they apprehend a desperate smuggler attempting to evade justice. Not confined solely to foreign lands, England had its fair share of homegrown smugglers too. These daring individuals defied authority while navigating treacherous coastal landscapes under cover of darkness – their stories etched indelibly into our nation's history. Venturing beyond reality onto theatrical stages, we discover "The Smuggler, " an archetypal villain who captivated audiences with his nefarious deeds. Both idealized and real-life characters brought this thrilling world alive before spellbound spectators' eyes. Traveling back further in time through a hand-colored engraving from 1808 titled "The Dublin Smugglers, " we witness clandestine operations unfolding amidst bustling city streets – a reminder that smuggling was not limited to remote coastal regions.