Indiaman Collection

TRUE BRITON
East Indiaman, sank in 1809

Tom Saunders, on board an Indiaman, using a glass to observe another vessel through the gunport, 1850
3330769 Tom Saunders, on board an Indiaman, using a glass to observe another vessel through the gunport, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of Tom Saunders, on board an Indiaman)

The Thames, a Dutch East Indiaman of 1424 tons (litho)
3252799 The Thames, a Dutch East Indiaman of 1424 tons (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Romance of the Merchant Ship, published 1931.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

The ship Indiaman, 1864. Creator: Heinrich Petersen
The ship Indiaman, 1864. Ship belonging to the company Rettig/Rettigska varvet, 1840-1870s

Wreck of an Indiaman (engraving)
1611965 Wreck of an Indiaman (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wreck of an Indiaman. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 February 1850)

Launch of the Alfred at Blackwall (engraving)
587797 Launch of the Alfred at Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of the Alfred Indiaman, at Blackwall, London)

CUSTOMS / EQUATOR
Crossing-the-line ceremony on an English Indiaman sailing vessel, en route to India Date: 1859

The Illustrated London News 1948 The launch of the Blenheim, east Indiaman, 1600 tons Burthen at Newcastle Upon Tyne.THE " BLENHEIM" EAST IND1AMAN

Dutch East Indiaman 1647 Etching first state
Artokoloro

Naues Mercatoriae Hollan dicae Indias Occidentales
Artokoloro

Source Size = 2441 x 1804
The Launch of " the Tudor, " East Indiaman, at Newcastle Upon Tyne

Source Size = 3688 x 1631
Launch of " the Monarch, " East Indiaman, at Blackwall

Source Size = 3845 x 2493
" wreck of an Indiaman." from a Picture by Mr. Daniel

Ships Bearing up for Anchorage ( The Egremont Sea Piece ), 1802
BAL75943 Ships Bearing up for Anchorage ( The Egremont Sea Piece ), 1802 by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 119.4x180. cm; Petworth House, Sussex, UK; English, out of copyright

Stranding of the British East Indiaman General Barker in Noordwijk, 1781, print maker: Louis Bernard Coclers

The ships De Parel and De Dubbele Arend, Anonymous, Reinier Nooms, 1652 - 1714

Indian boat companion, Pieter van den Berge, in or after 1694 - 1737

An Indiaman and a Two Decker Hove to, Said to be Thomas Dumar, Esq. in H.M. Ship Portland Delivering the Leeward Island Convoy, in 1776 Inscribed on floating plank of wood

The Wreck of the Dutton, An East Indiaman, Samuel Prout, 1783-1852, British

Indiaman in a Storm
The Indiaman in a gale off the Cape of Good Hope

East Indiaman-Salamander
Dutch East Indiaman

THE KENT ABLAZE
East Indiaman Kent, bound for Bombay, weathers storm in the Bay of Biscay but catches fire; luckily the Cambria passes near and rescues nearly all before she blows up

East Indiaman in Gale
An East Indiaman in a gale off the Cape of Good Hope

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"Indiaman: True Briton of the Seas" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Indiaman, a symbol of British maritime prowess. From the engraving depicting the majestic wreck of an Indiaman to the thrilling launch of the Alfred at Blackwall, these images transport us to an era when these vessels ruled the waves. Customs and equator were no obstacles for these mighty ships, as they embarked on perilous journeys to trade with far-flung lands. The Illustrated London News captures one such momentous occasion - the launch of Blenheim, a colossal East Indiaman weighing 1600 tons Burthen from Newcastle Upon Tyne. Destined for lucrative ventures in India, this vessel showcased Britain's dominance in global commerce. However, not all voyages ended triumphantly. The tragic tale unfolds through Bibbys Annual's account of The Burning Of The Kent. This ill-fated East Indiaman sank on her maiden voyage in 1825 amidst treacherous waters off Bay of Biscay. A poignant reminder that even grandeur can succumb to nature's wrath. The Dutch also left their mark on this maritime legacy with their own East Indiamen etched into history by skilled artists like those who created Naues Mercatoriae Hollandicae Indias Occidentales - a testament to their seafaring expertise. As we gaze upon these remarkable depictions captured across centuries and continents, we are reminded of indomitable human spirit and unyielding pursuit for adventure and prosperity that defined these magnificent vessels known as "Indiamen.