Swell Collection

Ocean sunrise
Sunrise at Warriewood beach, Northern beaches, Sydney NSW Australia

Coogee beach, Sydney, Australia

Ocean flow
Sunrise at Maroubra Beach, Sydney, Australia

Bundoran, Donegal, Ireland
Scenery along the coastline of Bundoran in County Donegal, Ireland

Dutch men-of-war in a storm off a rocky coast, 1672, by Wille
Willem van de Velde the Younger (1633-1707). Dutch painter. Dutch men-of-war in a storm off a rocky coast, 1672. National Museum of Art. Copenhagen. Denmark

Canoe Surfing in Honolulu, Hawaii Date: circa 1910s

A Swell Hand-Out
Comic illustration showing two naughty little monkeys in pyjamas tricking Father Christmas (Gran pop the orang utan) with a bottomless stocking. Date: 20th century

Hastings at High Tide
Rough waves pound the sea wall during high tide at Hastings. A small sailing boat is tossed by the swell

Coast View of Iceland; An Icelanders Notes on Iceland, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Coast View of Iceland; An Icelanders Notes on Iceland, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

aP BEST OF 2019 QUEENSLAND WEATHER
*This picture has been selected as one of the Best of the Year News images for 2019* A man struggles to stay on his feet as he negotiates sand

Storm waves off the coast of Praia do Norte, Nazare, Portugal. January

Large pod of Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) porpoising over waves during annual sardine run, Port St Johns, South Africa

Waves reflecting sky in blue, grey and silver Atlantic ocean near the coast of southern greenland
Waves reflecting sky in blue, grey and silver.. Atlantic ocean near the coast of southern greenland. America, North America, Greenland, Denmark

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) and Sally-lightfoot crabs (Grapsus grapsus) on rocks at high-tide with sea spray, Galapagos Islands, South America

View of secluded beach near Ballintoy Harbour, County Antrim, Irish Sea, Northern Ireland. December, 2021

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Godrevy, Gwinear-Gwithian, Cornwall. General view of rough sea off Godrevy Point

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Godrevy, Gwinear-Gwithian, Cornwall. General view of rough sea off Godrevy Point

Large wave, known locally as The Cribbar, breaking offshore, Fistral Beach, Newquay, Cornwall, Atlantic Ocean, UK. March, 2022

Sally Lightfoot crabs (Grapsus grapsus) on rocks caught in the swell, Espanola Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands

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The coastline near Loch Ard Gorge, looking towards the sea stacks called 12 Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Australia. The Loch Ard was a three-masted clipper wrecked in 1878

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The coastline near Loch Ard Gorge, looking towards the sea stacks called 12 Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Australia. The Loch Ard was a three-masted clipper wrecked in 1878

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The coastline near Loch Ard Gorge, view towards Elephant Rock, Great Ocean Road, Australia. The Loch Ard was a three-masted clipper wrecked in 1878 at Muttonbird island

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The coastline near Loch Ard Gorge, Great Ocean Road, Australia, with the rock formation and sea stacks Island Archway. It crosses the Port Campbell National Park with the well known rock formation

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The coastline near Loch Ard Gorge with Elephant rock and Muttonbird Island, Great Ocean Road, Australia. The Loch Ard was a three-masted clipper wrecked in 1878

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London Arch at the Great Ocean Road, Australia, during storm and evening light. Until 1990 this rock formation was called London Bridge

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The coastline near Loch Ard Gorge, Great Ocean Road, Australia, with the rock formation and sea stacks Island Archway. In 2009 The Island Archway, a rock bridge

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The 12 Apostles, seen from the beach at Gibsons Steps, Great Ocean Road, Australia. It crosses the Port Campbell National Park with the well known rock formation and sea stacks like the 12 apostles

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Loch Ard Gorge, Great Ocean Road, Australia. The Loch Ard was a three-masted clipper wrecked in 1878 at Muttonbird island. The Great Ocean Road is one of the most famous scenic roads worldwide

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The Grotto and cliffs, Great Ocean Road, Australia. It crosses the Port Campbell National Park with the wel-known rock formation and sea stacks like the 12 Apostle's. Date: 02/12/2008

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Sub-Antarctica, Sub-Antarctic Island, Falkland Islands, Saunders Island, The Neck. Waves breaking onto beach. Date: 11/09/2007

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Sub-Antarctica, Sub-Antarctic Island, Falkland Islands, Saunders Island, The Neck. Waves breaking onto beach. Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctica, Southern Ocean. Heavy seas and big swells. Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctica, Southern Ocean. Heavy seas and big swells. Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctica, Southern Ocean. Calm sea. Date: 11/09/2007

Church Rock, a sea stack made of Carboniferous limestone, Bosherton, Pembrokeshire, Wales, Atlantic Ocean, UK. October, 2021

Arctic Ocean, 1895 (oil on canvas)
476829 Arctic Ocean, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Sinding, Otto Ludvig (1842-1909); 72.5 x 200 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ishavet i svaert hav.); Photo © O. Vaering

Ocean view from Spitting Caves. Hidden treasure in Honolulu. Oahu. Hawaii

Ocean view from Spitting Caves. Oahu. Hawaii

Summer Sea, Newquay, Cornwall, c. 1920 (oil on canvas)
3601863 Summer Sea, Newquay, Cornwall, c.1920 (oil on canvas) by Olsson, Albert Julius (1864-1942); 76.3x105 cm; Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum, Worcestershire, UK; English, out of copyright

Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne (engraving)
1046889 Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne)

Un Neuf de Paques (engraving)
730514 Un Neuf de Paques (engraving) by Guillaume, Albert (1873-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Neuf de Paques. Illustration for Des Bonshommes by A Guillaume, 2nd series (H Simonis)

Comic birthday postcard, Boy with large cake, and a swelling stomach Date: 20th century

The little cockle dipped into the swell and staggered under every gust of wind
2920200 The little cockle dipped into the swell and staggered under every gust of wind, 1916 (litho) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Swell
Clothes wee rationed from June 1941 wth a ration book supposedly sufficient for one new outfit a year. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: 1945

A Pretty Fellow, London Swell

The Rapids of Naruto in Awa Province, from the series Snow, Moon and Flowers, 1857 (woodblock print)
FIT111467 The Rapids of Naruto in Awa Province, from the series Snow, Moon and Flowers, 1857 (woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858); 37.6x24.8/25.4 e

Doing the Grand (colour litho)
610716 Doing the Grand (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: Doing the Grand.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright

Jerry in training for a swell (coloured engraving)
585380 Jerry in training for a swell (coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856) & George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jerry in training for a swell)

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Witness the awe-inspiring power of the ocean as the sun gently rises, casting a golden glow upon its surface. The swell of waves dances in harmony with nature's masterpiece, creating a breathtaking sight that leaves you speechless. In an epic battle against the elements, warships navigate through a heavy storm, their sturdy frames standing tall amidst crashing waves. Ludolf Bakhuysen's painting from 1695 captures this tumultuous scene, reminding us of humanity's resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Coogee beach beckons with its pristine shores and inviting waters. Here, the ebb and flow of the ocean create a rhythmic dance that soothes both body and soul. Lose yourself in this tranquil paradise as you surrender to the gentle embrace of each passing wave. Bundoran in Donegal, Ireland boasts a rugged coastline where swells crash against ancient rocks with unyielding force. Wille's depiction from 1672 showcases Dutch men-of-war battling fierce storms off these treacherous shores. It serves as a testament to mankind's unwavering spirit when faced with nature's fury. Hastings at high tide is transformed into an enchanting spectacle where waves surge towards land like graceful dancers performing their grand finale. Stand witness to this mesmerizing display as it unfolds before your eyes – nature showcasing her raw beauty for all who dare to admire it. In Honolulu, Hawaii, thrill-seekers take on Mother Nature herself by canoe surfing atop colossal swells. With hearts pounding and adrenaline coursing through their veins, they ride these majestic giants fearlessly – capturing moments that will forever be etched into their memories. A swell hand-out awaits those fortunate enough to venture into Olowalu on Maui Island in Hawaii. Stand-up paddling becomes an exhilarating experience as riders glide effortlessly over shimmering waters while being embraced by gentle undulations beneath them.