Berthing Collection

1935 Kings Silver Jubilee Fleet Review
A panoramic view showing the berthing arrangements made for the Review of the Fleet at Spithead by King George V to celebrate his Silver Jubilee

Some traditional venetian gondolas moored at Riva degli Schiavoni at dawn with St. george Island on the backgrund, Venice, Veneto, Italy.

Riva degli Schiavoni with St. george Island on the backgrund, Venice, Veneto, Italy.

Some traditional venetian gondolas moored at Riva del Vin during a snowfall, Grand Canal, Venice, Veneto, Italy

Yachts tying up at Cowes. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Yachts tying up at Cowes

Birkenhead Docks
A berthing scene, showing ships moored at Birkenhead Docks, Merseyside, England. Date: 1950s

Kneeled soldier, his rifle berthing, Dirk Ms, Philips Wouwerman, 1708 - 1717

The Queen Mary
27th March 1936: The massive bow of the merchant ship Queen Mary berthing in her home port of Southampton for a final overhaul at the King George V Graving Dock

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Berthing: A Timeless Tradition at Sea and Shore From the grandeur of the 1935 Kings Silver Jubilee Fleet Review to the serene image of traditional Venetian gondolas moored during a snowfall on the Riva del Vin, it has been a cherished moment in maritime history. The art of tying up a vessel, be it a yacht in Cowes or a space freighter like Northrop Grumman's Cygnus at the International Space Station, requires skill and precision. Throughout the ages, this tradition has been captured in art, from Dirk Stroost's 17th-century painting "A Kneeling Soldier Berthing His Rifle" to the bustling activity at Birkenhead Docks. Even the majestic Queen Mary graced the waters with her presence, a testament to the enduring allure of the art of berthing. So, as you watch a vessel gently come to rest against the dock, take a moment to appreciate the rich history and tradition behind this timeless practice.