Heaving Collection

Board of Trade Rocket Apparatus for Saving Lives from Shipwr
Engraving showing Board of Trade equipment for use to help shipwrecked sailors, 1886. The items are (from left to right, top to bottom)

Then Orpheus took his harp and began his magic song, illustration for How they built the ship "Argo"in
IL193712 Then Orpheus took his harp and began his magic song, illustration for How they built the ship " Argo" in Iolcos, from The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales

Git behime it, en push it, en pole it (colour litho)
IL335182 Git behime it, en push it, en pole it (colour litho) by Rountree, Harry (Herbert R.) (1878-1950); Private Collection; (add.info)

Message Found in a Bottle, 1918 (pencil, pen and black ink, on vellum)
1199587 Message Found in a Bottle, 1918 (pencil, pen and black ink, on vellum) by Clarke, Harry (1889-1931); 21x15.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Irish, out of copyright

The Human Figure in Motion: Athlete, heaving a 75-pound rock (b / w photo)
6010151 The Human Figure in Motion: Athlete, heaving a 75-pound rock (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athlete, heaving a 75-pound rock)

With Emigrants from Liverpool to Canada (engraving)
1045917 With Emigrants from Liverpool to Canada (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With Emigrants from Liverpool to Canada)

Life on Board a Training-Ship, the Making of British Sailors (b / w photo)
1628555 Life on Board a Training-Ship, the Making of British Sailors (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board a Training-Ship)

Heaving the lead, 1905 (chromolitho)
2780361 Heaving the lead, 1905 (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heaving the lead, 1905)

Heaving the log, 1805 (chromolitho)
2780339 Heaving the log, 1805 (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heaving the log, 1805)

Peasants Heaving Straw, Montfoucault, 1875 (oil on canvas)
989049 Peasants Heaving Straw, Montfoucault, 1875 (oil on canvas) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 46.4x56.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasants Heaving Straw)

Le Filet, c. 1912 (ink on paper)
693013 Le Filet, c.1912 (ink on paper) by Tobeen, Felix Elie (1880-1938); 46.5x62 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Spanish, out of copyright

Crossing the Ice Belt at Coffee Gorge, illustration from
931443 Crossing the Ice Belt at Coffee Gorge, illustration from The second Grinnell Expedition in Search of Sir John Franklin

Naked to their Waist; An iron chain fastened to a belt of leather runs between their
ILN149999 Naked to their Waist; An iron chain fastened to a belt of leather runs between their legs : A girl hurrier in a Halifax coal-pit of the Forties (engraving) by English School

The Normans pull their ships to the sea, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183128 The Normans pull their ships to the sea, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Cole-Heavers, pub. 1783 (hand coloured engraving)
2962474 The Cole-Heavers, pub. 1783 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

After the last offensive on the Karst, the recovery of the guns abandoned by the Austrians in the sinkholes
2777601 After the last offensive on the Karst, the recovery of the guns abandoned by the Austrians in the sinkholes (colour litho) by Beltrame

Toilers of the Sea, trawling on the Dogger Bank (engraving)
1624491 Toilers of the Sea, trawling on the Dogger Bank (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Toilers of the Sea, trawling on the Dogger Bank)

Womens tug of war team training in Battersea Park
A womens tug-of-war team preparing to " take the strain" while training in Battersea Park, wearing sturdy boots and practical clothes. 1928

Helping Hands, 19th century (oil on canvas)
6198631 Helping Hands, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Hook, James Clarke (1819-1907); 51.4x85.1 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info)

Plate 392. Dragging a Garden Roller, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950089 Plate 392. Dragging a Garden Roller, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.8x34.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Heaving the lead, 1805 (chromolitho)
2780338 Heaving the lead, 1805 (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heaving the lead, 1805)

The Women, 1861 (oil on canvas)
491570 The Women, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Charlton, John (1849-1917); 244.3x152.2 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Plate 311. Heaving a 75-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950057 Plate 311. Heaving a 75-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 17.3x45.6 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

New Invented - Elastic Breeches, pub. 1784 (hand coloured engraving)
2962505 New Invented - Elastic Breeches, pub. 1784 (hand coloured engraving) by Nixon, John (1750-1818) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Shooting Seal, illustration from The second Grinnell Expedition in Search of Sir
931458 Shooting Seal, illustration from The second Grinnell Expedition in Search of Sir John Franklin... 1856 (engraving) by Kane

Cruise of the Royal Naval Artillery Volunteers (engraving)
1054209 Cruise of the Royal Naval Artillery Volunteers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cruise of the Royal Naval Artillery Volunteers)

On the Way to India (engraving)
1049376 On the Way to India (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Way to India. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Cole-Heavers, published by William Humphrey in 1783 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190477 The Cole-Heavers, published by William Humphrey in 1783 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

The Human Figure in Motion: Heaving a 75-pound boulder; Heaving a 20-pound boulder (b / w photo)
6010231 The Human Figure in Motion: Heaving a 75-pound boulder; Heaving a 20-pound boulder (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate 315. Heaving a 20-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950061 Plate 315. Heaving a 20-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 25.1x30.2 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Life on Board the Training Ship "Mercury"(engraving)
1038478 Life on Board the Training Ship " Mercury" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board the Training Ship " Mercury")

Athletic Sports by Boys of a Training Ship (engraving)
1044079 Athletic Sports by Boys of a Training Ship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athletic Sports by Boys of a Training Ship)

The Bear in Camp, illustration from The second Grinnell Expedition in Search of Sir
931459 The Bear in Camp, illustration from The second Grinnell Expedition in Search of Sir John Franklin... 1856 (engraving) by Kane

Construction Workers at the Stadium, Mexico City, 1927 (b / w photo)
472862 Construction Workers at the Stadium, Mexico City, 1927 (b/w photo) by Modotti, Tina (1896-1942); eGalerie Bilderwelt; Italian, out of copyright

Fisherman putting out to Sea, c. 1810 (w / c with pen & ink on paper)
XYC281172 Fisherman putting out to Sea, c.1810 (w/c with pen & ink on paper) by Atkinson, John Augustus (1775-1831); 26.7x36.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English

The Human Figure in Motion: Athlete, heaving a 20-pound rock (b / w photo)
6010150 The Human Figure in Motion: Athlete, heaving a 20-pound rock (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athlete, heaving a 20-pound rock)

Life on board a Troop-Ship (engraving)
1621076 Life on board a Troop-Ship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on board a Troop-Ship)

Keelmen Heaving in Coals by Moonlight (detail), 1835 (oil on canvas)
4073442 Keelmen Heaving in Coals by Moonlight (detail), 1835 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Plate 316. Heaving a 20-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950062 Plate 316.Heaving a 20-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.6x35.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 314. Heaving a 20-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950060 Plate 314. Heaving a 20-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 23.5x32.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 313. Heaving a 20-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950059 Plate 313. Heaving a 20-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.9x34.6 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Starting for the Naval Manoeuvres (litho)
1050818 Starting for the Naval Manoeuvres (litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Starting for the Naval Manoeuvres)

The Afghan War, En Route, heaving the Log in the Red Sea (engraving)
1058697 The Afghan War, En Route, heaving the Log in the Red Sea (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War, En Route, heaving the Log in the Red Sea)

Because Ilford fire-women who are competing in a tug-o -war tournament in Walthamstow on Whit Monday have no team with which to practise

Because Ilford fire-women who are competing in a tug-o -war tournament in Walthamstow on Whit Monday have no team with which to practise

Sailor - Heaving the Lead
A sailor heaving the lead (to take soundings) Date: 18th century

Sri Lankan beach fishermen hauling nets - 3
Sri Lankan fishermen hauling a fishing net ashore on beach in Galle Date: 1994

Sri Lankan beach fishermen hauling nets - 2
Sri Lankan fishermen hauling a fishing net ashore on beach in Galle. Another gang of men launch their wooden fishing boat Date: 1994

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"Heaving: A Journey through Time and Effort" Step back in time to witness the remarkable endeavors of humanity, as captured in these captivating illustrations and photographs. From the treacherous seas to ancient burial grounds, from mythical tales to everyday tasks, the concept of "heaving" takes center stage. In the midst of chaos and danger at sea, brave souls relied on inventions like the Board of Trade Rocket Apparatus for Saving Lives from Shipwrecks. This ingenious contraption became a beacon of hope amidst turbulent waters. Travel further back in time to witness monumental feats like building a pyramid - an architectural marvel that still leaves us awe-inspired today. The illustration from Wonders of Land and Sea transports us to an era where human determination defied all odds. Legends come alive as Orpheus strums his harp, enchanting listeners with his magical song. This illustration from The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales reminds us that even in mythological realms, heaving played a crucial role in shaping destinies. But heaving is not limited to grandiose tales; it permeates daily life too. In rural landscapes depicted by Montfoucault's Peasants Heaving Straw or aboard training ships molding British sailors, we glimpse ordinary people engaged in their laborious tasks with unwavering dedication. From Liverpool to Canada, emigrants embarked on arduous journeys seeking new beginnings. Life on board these vessels was no easy feat but marked by resilience and unity among fellow travelers. The artistry extends beyond illustrations into real-life moments frozen forever through photography. Witness athletes pushing their limits as they heave a 75-pound rock or sailors diligently measuring depths while heaving the lead or log - each image capturing strength and perseverance etched onto film. Even messages found within bottles tell stories of longing and desperation across vast oceans - reminders that sometimes our hopes are carried away by forces beyond our control yet never extinguished.