Rigging Collection (page 24)

A decorated HMS Worcester, the training ship which is part of the Thames Nautical Training College in Greenhithe, Kent viewed from the river Thames. 1939

Densely crowded fishing boats moored in Tangier fishing harbour, Tangier, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Picture No. 10894077
Tree Pipit - singing from disused stone quarry rigging (Anthus trivialis) Date:

Moored fishing boat with crab traps on foredeck

Unloading an American ship in Yokohama harbour, Japan, 1861. Utagawa Sadahide (1807-1878 / 79)
Unloading an American ship in Yokohama harbour, Japan, 1861. Utagawa Sadahide (1807-1878/79) Japanese Ukiyo-e artist. United States Flag Rigging Bustle European Commerce Trade

Arrival of the Great Western at New York (1838), c1895. Steam ship designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) and built by William Patterson (1795-1869) of Bristol

Marc Isambard Brunel (1769-1849), 1843. Brunel acknowledging the cheers of the crowd during the opening ceremony for the Thames Tunnel. The double arched masonry Thames Tunnel built 1825-1843

Holland, Hoorn, traditional wooden fishing boats in the harbour

USA, Hawaii, Maui, Hawaiian canoe on beach

Italy, Southern Tuscany, Monte Argentario, Porto Ercole, yachts moored in marina of harbour town, bow sections

Horse ready having been saddled

Ships rigging

Rigging of a First Rate Ship of War C017 / 3489
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing the rigging of a first rate ship of the line. A ship of the line was a type of naval warship constructed from the 17th through to the mid-19th century to

RMS Lusitania, early 20th century
RMS Lusitania. The Lusitania was a British ocean liner operated by the Cunard Line. Her maiden voyage was between Liverpool, UK, and New York, USA, in September 1907

Amundsens Gjoa expedition, 1906
Amundsens Gjoa expedition. Members of crew and others on deck of the ship Gjoa, commanded by Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen (1872-1928, in foreground at left)

Schooner Maine, USA

Perkins Cove, harbor, Ogunquit, Maine, United States of America

North America, USA, Washington State, Tacoma. Mast, sails and rigging, Tall Ship Festival

California: San Diego, Maritime Museum, Star of India sailing ship, wide-angle view of square sails and rigging with San Diego skyline, February

United Kingdom, London. Coiled lines of the Cloud Nine sailboat

Netherlands, Overijssel, Kampen, rigging on old herring boats

American printer, publisher, scientist, inventor, statesman and diplomat. Franklin on his diplomatic mission to France
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (1706-1790). American printer, publisher, scientist, inventor, statesman and diplomat. Franklin on his diplomatic mission to France aboard the U.S.S. Reprisal in the autumn of 1776

American (Scottish-born) naval officer. Jones capturing the HMS Serapis, 23 September 1779
JOHN PAUL JONES (1747-1792). American (Scottish-born) naval officer. Jones capturing the HMS Serapis, 23 September 1779. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

American printer, publisher, scientist, inventor, statesman and diplomat. Franklin on his diplomatic mission to France
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (1706-1790). American printer, publisher, scientist, inventor, statesman and diplomat. Franklin on his diplomatic mission to France aboard the U.S.S. Reprisal in the autumn of 1776

LCC-LFB sliding pole and rigging
The sliding pole was introduced into the London Fire Brigade in 1904 after its Chief Officer, Captain Eyre Massey Shaw, made an official visit to the USA

CIVIL WAR: USS KEARSARGE. U. S. Marines on the deck of the U. S. S. Kearsarge during the American Civil War
CIVIL WAR: USS KEARSARGE. U.S. Marines on the deck of the U.S.S. Kearsarge during the American Civil War. Photographed c1864

BATTLE OF LAKE CHAMPLAIN. Commodore Thomas Macdonough directing fire at the British squadron during the Battle of Lake Champlain (Plattsubrg), 11 September 1814

IMMIGRANTS: GERMAN, 1874. German immigrants to the United States on a riverboat at the port of Cuxhaven, from which they board a steamship out of Hamburg bound for New York, 1874

ENGLISH SHIP, 1281. Seal of the town of Dover, England, 1281. Wood engraving, late 19th century

THERE SHE BLOWS, 1874. The lookout on a whaler spots a whale spouting. Wood engraving, American, 1974

THERE SHE BLOWS. The lookout in the rig of an American whaling schooner cries out after sighting a whale. Wood engraving, American, 1874

WHALING: CHILD LABOR. A very young whaler on the lookout in fair weather. Wood engraving, American, c1870s

MAN OF WAR, c1565. Line engraving, c1565, by Frans Huys after Peter Bruegel the Elder

MAN OF WAR, c1565. Colored line engraving, c1565, by Frans Huys after Peter Bruegel the Elder

The rigging house. Exterior view of the Rigging House, 120 William Street, New York City, formerly a Methodist church in the 1760s. Date 1846

A new table of all the names of the principal parts and rigging of a man of war

Rope Sellers at the Sunday Fair, Huancayo, Peru Date: circa 1910s

Sea Scouts sailing offshore on the Norwind (or Nordwind, or Northwind). 1960

RSS Discovery moored at Westminster Bridge, London
RSS Discovery (stern view) moored at Westminster Bridge, London. circa 1950

Ships dressed for Tall Ships Race
Tall Ships Race, with ships dressed overall. 1978

Sea Scouts on board a yacht, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Sea Scouts pose among the rigging of their training yacht at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. circa 1910

Ratcliff Sea Scouts lining a mast. circa 1913

Sea Scout climbing rigging
A Sea Scout climbing the rigging of a ship. circa 1920s

Two Sea Scouts hosting a sail on a ship
Two Sea Scouts hoisting a sail on a ship. circa 1930s

The SS Austral, a passenger vessel which took part in the early transportation by sea of refrigerated meat between Australia and Europe

On board SS Lady Rodney, Dominica, West Indies
View on board the SS Lady Rodney (built in 1929) off the coast of Dominica, West Indies. 1949

Silhouette of the coast at Southend, Essex
Silhouette view of the coast at Southend, Essex, with ships at sea and on shore, and two men chatting

Coronation Sailors
Roumanian sailors among the bunting in the rigging of a sailing ship, decorated for the Coronation of King Carol II. Date: 1930

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"Unveiling the Art of Rigging: A Journey through Maritime History" STS Malcolm Miller under full sail: Witness the majestic beauty as this stunning vessel glides through the open waters, showcasing the intricate artistry of rigging. Training Ship HMS Conway: Step aboard and delve into a world where young sailors honed their skills in mastering the complexities of rigging, preparing them for a life at sea. Discovery from Starboard quarter: Catch a glimpse of history as you admire the impressive rigging on board this iconic ship that ventured into uncharted territories, paving the way for new discoveries. A First Rate Taking in Stores, 1818 by JMW Turner: Immerse yourself in Turner's masterpiece capturing an awe-inspiring scene where riggers work tirelessly to load supplies onto a grand vessel, highlighting their crucial role in maritime operations. Nelson's Flagship Foudroyant - Blackpool, Lancashire: Explore this legendary ship and marvel at its meticulously rigged sails that once carried Admiral Nelson himself during his victorious battles. MARYLAND. USA. Tall ship Kalmar Nyckel - Chesapeake Bay: Embark on an unforgettable voyage aboard this tall ship adorned with elaborate rigging systems while sailing along Maryland's picturesque coastline. The Cutty Sark - Greenwich, London, England, UK: Admire one of London's most beloved landmarks – The Cutty Sark – with its immaculate restoration showcasing her intricate rigging and rich seafaring heritage. Cutty Sark in 1923: Travel back in time to witness this tea clipper proudly displaying her beautifully rigged sails against a backdrop of bustling trade routes and global commerce. Scotia in Stanley Harbour 18th January 1903: Picture yourself amidst icy waters as you observe Scotia anchored with her impeccable rigging standing tall against harsh Antarctic conditions—an emblematic symbol of exploration.