Beachcomber Collection

Beachcomber, Marloes
A beachcomber with his pet Jack Russell dog on the beach at Marloes, Pembrokeshire, South Wales. He carries an old plastic stool and a boat fender he has found on the beach

A page from the Gifts of the Ebb Tide (colour woodblock print)
CH378545 A page from the Gifts of the Ebb Tide (colour woodblock print) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Japanese, out of copyright

At the Dunes , 1900. Creator: Hans von Bartels
At the Dunes , 1900

Florida, Marco Island, Beach, woman beachcombing
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Florida, Marco Island, Beach, woman holding starfish
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Florida, Naples, Fishing Pier, beachcombing with metal detector

New York, Long Island, Long Beach, Man with metal detector beachcombing

Mother and child playing at the beach, under a pier

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Beachcomber Island, Fiji. An ariel view of Fiji's Beachcomber Island. Beachcomber is a small island 30 minutes out of the Nadi port. The island can be walked around in 20 minutes. Date: 19/02/2005

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FIJI, Beachcomber Island. Date: 22/06/2006

Young man and a young woman on the seashore, Edo period, 1615-1868

Poster, Beachcomber Cruises to the Caribbean, American Export, Isbrandtsen Lines. circa 1950s

Cor Ellen a beachcomber on the island of Texel in the Dutch Fresian Islands in the North Sea. Cor opened the Jutter Museum on the island and did all his beachcombing using his old butchers bicycle

Pittenweem, Fife, beachcomber
Early morning at low tide, and before breakfast the harbourmaster of Pittenweem Harbour, Fife, walks along the harbour beach beachcombing and removing rubbish with his pug dog

Greenwich, London, England, UK, 2 / 3 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies
Greenwich, London, England, UK, 2/3/10. Restaurant sign with a nautical motif, Greenwich, London, SE10, England, UK

Ramasseurs d Epaves (Wreckage Gatherers), c20th century (1914-1915). Artist: Alexandre Marcette
Ramasseurs d Epaves (Wreckage Gatherers), c20th century (1914-1915). From The Studio Volume 63. [The Offices of the Studio, London, 1914-1915]

Fiji, White Sand Beach And Calm Blue Ocean Water; Beachcomber Island

Two beachcombers, Hove and Brighton seafront
Two beachcombers rummage in a litter bin on the Hove and Brighton seafront. circa 1960s

Beachcombers
19th October 1936: Beachcombers at Brighton diligently searching for anything thrown up by the rough sea. (Photo by E. Dean/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

USA, Hawaii, Oahu, Honolulu. Visitors enjoy the beach at Wakiki in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii. (Editorial Usage Only)

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"Exploring the Treasures of the Shore: A Beachcomber's Journey" Embarking on a seaside adventure, reminiscent of Butlins in Skegness, I find myself lost in the enchanting world of beachcombing. From Marloes' Beachcomber to the captivating woodblock print from "Gifts of the Ebb Tide, " every step unveils new wonders. DDE-90037555 and DDE-90037518 transport me back to ancient times, where a young man and woman stroll along the seashore during Japan's Edo period. Their presence lingers as I continue my quest for hidden gems. Immersed in maritime allure, a vibrant poster catches my eye - "Beachcomber Cruises to the Caribbean. " Dreaming of sandy shores and turquoise waters, it ignites wanderlust within me. Yet amidst these exotic visions lies an unexpected twist – "Ye fine flavour, " "Ye unwary touch, " "Ye frightful grip, " and even "Ye first oyster feed. " These chromolithos remind me that not all treasures are what they seem; caution is key when exploring nature's bounty. As if summoned by destiny itself, I stumble upon Cor Ellen – a legendary beachcomber residing on Texel Island. Her tales echo through time as she shares her wisdom about life by the sea. Her spirit guides me further into this beguiling realm. With each passing moment spent combing through shells and driftwood, I realize that being a beachcomber is more than just collecting trinkets; it's about connecting with nature's rhythm. The crashing waves become my symphony while salty air fills my lungs with rejuvenation. In this coastal odyssey, memories intertwine with discoveries - from childhood escapades at Butlins to Marloes' untamed beauty. The essence of being a beachcomber lies not only in finding physical treasures but in unearthing the intangible magic that lies within.