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Wheelhouse Collection

"Exploring the Wheelhouse: A Journey Through Maritime History" Step aboard the Queen Mary ocean liner and discover the heart of navigation - the wheelhouse

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Old water wheel wheelhouse (pulled down) no. 1, 19th century (Pencil, Watercolour)

Old water wheel wheelhouse (pulled down) no. 1, 19th century (Pencil, Watercolour)
7261698 Old water wheel wheelhouse (pulled down) no. 1, 19th century (Pencil, Watercolour) by British School, (19th century); 13x19.6 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Old water wheel wheelhouse (pulled down) no. 2, 19th century (Pencil, Watercolour)

Old water wheel wheelhouse (pulled down) no. 2, 19th century (Pencil, Watercolour)
7261620 Old water wheel wheelhouse (pulled down) no. 2, 19th century (Pencil, Watercolour) by British School, (19th century); 13x19.6 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Eagle from Tugboat Wheelhouse, c. 1939. Creator: John W Kelleher

Eagle from Tugboat Wheelhouse, c. 1939. Creator: John W Kelleher
Eagle from Tugboat Wheelhouse, c. 1939

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Views of the Federal ironclad Monitor, 1862 (litho)

Views of the Federal ironclad Monitor, 1862 (litho)
PNP253680 Views of the Federal ironclad Monitor, 1862 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: The Duke of Edinburgh on the Clyde, Luncheon on Board the New Royal Mail Steamer 'Servia'(engraving)

The Duke of Edinburgh on the Clyde, Luncheon on Board the New Royal Mail Steamer "Servia"(engraving)
1054588 The Duke of Edinburgh on the Clyde, Luncheon on Board the New Royal Mail Steamer " Servia" (engraving) by English School

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Wheelhouse and steering apparatus of the Great Eastern (engraving)

Wheelhouse and steering apparatus of the Great Eastern (engraving)
608982 Wheelhouse and steering apparatus of the Great Eastern (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Control Centre of the Empress of Britain, chart-room and wheel-house, 1936

Control Centre of the Empress of Britain, chart-room and wheel-house, 1936
The Control Centre of the Empress of Britain, comprises the chart-room and the wheel-house, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: English family travelling to France, 1886

English family travelling to France, 1886. An English family taking the air on deck crossing the English Channel on a steamer on their way to France for a continental holiday

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: The Plaza d Isabella Secondi, Cadiz, 9 October 1849

The Plaza d Isabella Secondi, Cadiz, 9 October 1849
9th October 1849. Dr Claudius Galen Wheelhouse (1826-1909). In 1849-1850 while accompanying Lord Lincolns yachting party as official surgeon

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Queen Mary ocean liner: Steering-wheels; crows nest

Queen Mary ocean liner: Steering-wheels; crows nest
The first example of complete steering-gear duplication; and the first crows nest provided with warmth (besides improved shelter) for the look-out men. Date: 1936

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Houghton Mill - near St. Ives, Huntingdonshire

Houghton Mill - near St. Ives, Huntingdonshire, a non-metropolitan district of Cambridgeshire. Date: 1905

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Cage of the unenfranchised

Cage of the unenfranchised. A wicker cage constrains hens and a parrot with a ticket listing those who are outside the democratic process criminals, aliens, Paupers, lunatics and women

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: The Broch of Clickimin, Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland

The Broch of Clickimin, Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland
The Broch of Clickimin broch (also Clickimin broch) - a large and well preserved (though somewhat restored ) broch near Lerwick in Shetland, Scotland

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: America paddle steamer, 1906

America paddle steamer, 1906
America paddle steamer, on the Mississippi River, in Mississippi, USA. This is a sternwheel paddle steamer, with the paddle at the rear of the boat

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Great Eastern wheelhouse

Great Eastern wheelhouse
The Wheelhouse and steering apparatus of Brunels massive steamship. Date: 1859

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Wheelhouse of the Great Eastern, 1859

Wheelhouse of the Great Eastern, 1859
Engraving showing the stern deck, steering apparatus and wheelhouse of I.K. Brunels steamship Great Eastern, 1859

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Well preserved wheelhouses (communal round houses), Jarlshof historic site, South Mainland

Well preserved wheelhouses (communal round houses), Jarlshof historic site, South Mainland, Shetland Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageWheelhouse Collection: Steamboat Wheelhouse

Steamboat Wheelhouse
The pilot-house of Great Republic one of the best- known of the Mississippi paddle-steamers


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"Exploring the Wheelhouse: A Journey Through Maritime History" Step aboard the Queen Mary ocean liner and discover the heart of navigation - the wheelhouse. With its intricate steering-wheels and commanding view from the crows nest, it was a place where captains guided their vessels through treacherous waters. Travel back to the 19th century as we unveil two stunning watercolor depictions of an old water wheel wheelhouse. Though long gone, these artworks capture its rustic charm and remind us of a bygone era. Immerse yourself in maritime artistry with John W Kelleher's captivating portrayal of an eagle perched atop a tugboat's wheelhouse. This masterpiece transports us to 1939, evoking a sense of adventure on open seas. Witness history unfold through lithographs showcasing views of the Federal ironclad Monitor, a revolutionary warship that forever changed naval warfare in 1862. Its innovative design made waves across oceans. Join The Duke of Edinburgh for a lavish luncheon on board the New Royal Mail Steamer "Servia. " Engraved memories depict bustling activity within its wheelhouse, where skilled navigators charted courses for luxurious voyages. Marvel at engravings capturing the grandeur and complexity of Great Eastern's wheelhouse and steering apparatus. As one of history's largest ships, this engineering marvel pushed boundaries and set new standards in maritime travel. Step into the control center aboard Empress of Britain in 1936 - her chart-room and wheel-house buzzing with activity as skilled crew members ensured smooth sailing across vast oceans. Embark on an enchanting journey with an English family traveling to France in 1886. Their excitement is palpable as they gather inside their cozy cabin near the ship's charming wheelhouse – anticipation filling every corner. Discover Houghton Mill near St. Ives, Huntingdonshire - once powered by an impressive waterwheel housed within its wheelhouse.