Long Ship Collection

Viking Ship Figurehead
The figurehead of the Viking longship Hugin at Pegwell Bay, Kent, England. It is a replica of a vessel by the Danes to invade Britain

Viking on British Shore
A formidable Viking warrior stands on a British shore, with a longship behind him

ROLLO (c860-c931). Norse chieftain and Viking leader. Rollo and his fleet attack Paris, France, in 885 A. D
ROLLO (c860-c931). Norse chieftain and Viking leader. Rollo and his fleet attack Paris, France, in 885 A.D. Wood engraving, 19th century

VIKING CRUISE, 9th CENTURY. The last cruise of Norse king Ragnar Lodbrok, mid-9th century. Line engraving, 19th century

These Viking invaders from Durham Universitys Bede college were very happy with their sortie for they won first prize in the university Rag Week procession float contest on 27th February 1972

Vikings on a plundering expedition in the 9th century (engraving)
1127234 Vikings on a plundering expedition in the 9th century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures

The Norwegians landing in Iceland in 872 (oil on canvas)
828737 The Norwegians landing in Iceland in 872 (oil on canvas) by Wergeland, Oscar Arnold (1844-1910); Private Collection; (add.info)

Viking Ships, Sognefjord (w / c, pen, pencil & gouache on paper)
828736 Viking Ships, Sognefjord (w/c, pen, pencil & gouache on paper) by Gude, Hans (1825-1903); Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

A Viking Ship (colour litho)
2801022 A Viking Ship (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Viking Ship. Illustration for A Boys Book of Battleships by Gordon Stables (Blackie)

Lerwick Up Helly Aa festival is a tradition that originated in the 1880s. Since then the festival has been an annual occurrence in the Shetland calendar. Our Picture Shows

Viking Ship sails up River Thames to Richmond. 1949 passing Houses of Parliament 019488/12

Long Ship Lighthouse Land Joseph Mallord William
Long Ships Lighthouse, Lands End; Joseph Mallord William Turner (British, 1775 - 1851); Great Britain; about 1834 - 1835; Watercolor and gouache, scraped by the artist; 28.6 × 44 cm (11 1)

Replica Viking ship the Hugin, was the star turn at Torquay Regatta in 1949

VIKINGS: NORTH AMERICA. Landing of the Vikings in North America. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

NORWEGIAN VIKING LONGSHIP approaching the coast of Iceland. Wood engraving, 19th century

LANDING OF LEIF ERICSSON on the shores of Vinland, c1000. Line engraving, American, late 19th century

VIKING SHIPS, 10th CENTURY. Dano-Norwegian fleet of the 10th century. Wood engraving, 19th century

NORSE SHIPS, 1000 A. D. Norse navigators in Narragansett Bay (modern Rhode Island)
NORSE SHIPS, 1000 A.D. Norse navigators in Narragansett Bay (modern Rhode Island). Wood engraving, American, 19th century

NORSEMEN IN PARIS, 885 A. D. A fleet of Norsemen under the command of Rollo attacking the walled city of Paris in 885
NORSEMEN IN PARIS, 885 A.D. A fleet of Norsemen under the command of Rollo attacking the walled city of Paris in 885 A.D. Wood engraving, 19th century

VIKINGS: NORTH AMERICA. Norse ships entering Boston Harbor. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

LEIF ERICSSON (c970-1020). With his Viking crew at sea. Drawing, American, early 20th century

NORSE SHIPS, 1000 A. D. Norse ships entering Boston Harbor: colored engraving, 19th century
NORSE SHIPS, 1000 A.D. Norse ships entering Boston Harbor: colored engraving, 19th century

NORSE SHIPS, c1000 A. D. Norsemen on the coast of America. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century
NORSE SHIPS, c1000 A.D. Norsemen on the coast of America. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

LEIF ERICSSON (c970-1020). Leif Ericsson, Norse explorer, discovers America. Line engraving, late 19th century, after a painting by Christian Krohg

KING OLAF, c994 A. D. A Norse raid under King Olaf I of Norway, c994 A. D
KING OLAF, c994 A.D. A Norse raid under King Olaf I of Norway, c994 A.D. Wood engraving after the painting by Hugo Vogel

VIKING SHIP. Flokko sending out ravens. Wood engraving, 19th century

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VIKINGS: GREENLAND. Discovery of Greenland by Eric the Red, 985 A.D. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

NORSE SHIPS, c1000 A. D. Norsemen off the coast of North America. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century
NORSE SHIPS, c1000 A.D. Norsemen off the coast of North America. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

Viking Longship
A Viking longship in a museum in Norway. Date: 5th century

LEIF ERICSSON (c970-1020). Leif Ericsson, Norse explorer, discovers America. Oil on canvas by Christian Krohg, c1893

Vikings Approach
Viking ships approach the east Anglian coast of England, carrying Danish raiders to Britain

Eric the Red / Greenland
Eric the Red (father of Leif Eriksson - who landed in North America circa 1000) reaches Greenland

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"The Mighty Long Ship: A Glimpse into Viking History" Step back in time and embark on a journey through the fascinating world of the Vikings with their iconic long ships. These magnificent vessels, adorned with intricate carvings and crowned by fearsome Viking ship figureheads, were not only symbols of power but also masterpieces of craftsmanship. One such legendary moment captured in history is when Rollo, the Norse chieftain and Viking leader, led his fleet to attack Paris in 885 A. D. This wood engraving from the 19th century transports us to that fateful event, where these formidable warriors unleashed their might upon France's capital. Another depiction takes us even further back in time to witness the last cruise of Norse king Ragnar Lodbrok during the mid-9th century. Through a line engraving from the same era, we can almost feel the thrill and anticipation as this renowned ruler set sail on his final adventure. But it wasn't just battles and conquests that defined Viking life; they also had moments of joy and celebration. The image captures a group of Vikings from Durham University's Bede College reveling in their triumphs during one such occasion. Their smiles reflect both pride for their heritage and camaraderie forged through shared experiences. The Vikings' plundering expeditions were notorious throughout Europe during this era. An engraving depicting these raiders showcases their fearless nature as they venture forth into unknown territories seeking riches and glory. In contrast to these scenes of conflict, another artwork portrays an important historical event -the Norwegians landing in Iceland in 872. Painted on canvas, it vividly depicts how these seafaring explorers discovered new lands beyond what was known at that time. The beauty of Viking ships is further highlighted by an artist's rendering capturing Sognefjord's serene waters.