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"Steered: Navigating Through Adventures, Cartoons, and History" Embark on a whimsical journey as we delve into the art of steering through various mediums

Background imageSteered Collection: Cartoon, Britannia between Scylla & Charybdis

Cartoon, Britannia between Scylla & Charybdis, or, the Vessel of the Constitution steered clear of the Rock of Democracy, and the Whirlpool of Arbitrary Power, by James Gillray

Background imageSteered Collection: On A Boat

On A Boat
An advertisement illustration showing a smiling young woman holding a pair of binoculars, seated on a boat which is racing through the ocean, steered by the man that can be seen behind her

Background imageSteered Collection: HMS Kale, E-class - River-class destroyer

HMS Kale, E-class - River-class destroyer
Royal Navy - HMS Kale, a Hawthorn Leslie type River-class destroyer ordered under the 1903-1904 Naval Estimates and named after the Kale Water in the Scottish Borders

Background imageSteered Collection: Messers Renards and Krebs Balloon steered by Electricity, at Meudon, near Paris (engraving)

Messers Renards and Krebs Balloon steered by Electricity, at Meudon, near Paris (engraving)
1622750 Messers Renards and Krebs Balloon steered by Electricity, at Meudon, near Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSteered Collection: The House of Commons at Portsmouth (engraving)

The House of Commons at Portsmouth (engraving)
1049965 The House of Commons at Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The House of Commons at Portsmouth)

Background imageSteered Collection: 'He steered his Balloon Round the Eiffel Tower'(engraving)

"He steered his Balloon Round the Eiffel Tower"(engraving)
725669 " He steered his Balloon Round the Eiffel Tower" (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSteered Collection: John Corrie Carter (colour litho)

John Corrie Carter (colour litho)
613091 John Corrie Carter (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Corrie Carter, Steered three winning crews, 3 July 1912)

Background imageSteered Collection: Mr Meesons Will, by H Rider Haggard (engraving)

Mr Meesons Will, by H Rider Haggard (engraving)
1595422 Mr Meesons Will, by H Rider Haggard (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Meesons Will, by H Rider Haggard)

Background imageSteered Collection: The Foul, a Coxswains Nightmare on the Eve of the University Boat Race (engraving)

The Foul, a Coxswains Nightmare on the Eve of the University Boat Race (engraving)
1059716 The Foul, a Coxswains Nightmare on the Eve of the University Boat Race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Foul)

Background imageSteered Collection: A Trip to the Nore in a Cycle-Boat (colour litho)

A Trip to the Nore in a Cycle-Boat (colour litho)
1040900 A Trip to the Nore in a Cycle-Boat (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Trip to the Nore in a Cycle-Boat)

Background imageSteered Collection: Unmanned boat steered by light, war device

Unmanned boat steered by light, war device
An unmanned boat steered by light: a 25, 000 war device. Tested during the First World War before Lord Fisher and Mr Balfour on Penn Pond in Richmond Park

Background imageSteered Collection: Death of Pope Pius X

Death of Pope Pius X
The death of Pope Pius X (Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto, 1835-1914, served 1903-1914 as the 257th pope of the Catholic Church)

Background imageSteered Collection: Stranded steamship, Linney Head, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Stranded steamship, Linney Head, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
View of a stranded steamship, the Princess Irene, on the coast at Linney Head, Pembrokeshire, South Wales. Shortly after leaving Aberdeen the ship met foggy weather and steered to Linney Head

Background imageSteered Collection: German Explosive Motorboat; Second World War, 1944

German Explosive Motorboat; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing a German explosive motorboat being craned into the water, 1944. Controlled by one man, these craft were steered towards the target

Background imageSteered Collection: Trobriand Racing Canoes

Trobriand Racing Canoes
Illustration of several canoes racing off the Trobriand Islands, 1925. With a large lanteen sail and outrigger float, these canoes were steered by use of a large paddle

Background imageSteered Collection: The Hydromotor Ship, 1881

The Hydromotor Ship, 1881
Engraving of the Hydromotor Ship, invented by Dr. Emil Fleischer of Dresden, September 1881. Instead of propellor or paddle-wheel

Background imageSteered Collection: Portuguese Toldo-Boat

Portuguese Toldo-Boat
Toldo-boat, carrying several passengers, steered from both bow and stern

Background imageSteered Collection: GUSMAOs 1709 DEVICE

GUSMAOs 1709 DEVICE
GUSMAOs PROJECT The magnetically steered barque of Bartolomeo Lourenco da Gusmao flew from the tower of the Casa da India to the Terreiro de Pace, Lisbon

Background imageSteered Collection: GUSMAOs 1709 PROJECT

GUSMAOs 1709 PROJECT
GUSMAOs PROJECT The magnetically steered barque of Bartolomeo Lourenco da Gusmao flies from the tower of the Casa da India to the Terreiro de Pace, Lisbon


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"Steered: Navigating Through Adventures, Cartoons, and History" Embark on a whimsical journey as we delve into the art of steering through various mediums. From cartoons to engravings, let's explore the captivating tales where "steered" takes center stage. In a cartoon world, witness Britannia skillfully maneuvering between Scylla and Charybdis, showcasing her mastery in navigating treacherous waters. On a boat named HMS Kale, an E-class - River-class destroyer sets sail with its crew diligently steering towards uncharted territories. Meanwhile, Messers Renards and Krebs unveil their groundbreaking creation – a balloon steered by electricity at Meudon near Paris. The House of Commons at Portsmouth comes alive in an engraving depicting politicians passionately debating while being metaphorically steered towards progress. Marvel at the audacity of one who fearlessly steers his balloon around the iconic Eiffel Tower; an engraving that captures both daring and ingenuity. John Corrie Carter emerges from litho prints as he confidently navigates life's challenges with vibrant colors illuminating his path. The pages of H Rider Haggard's "Mr Meesons Will" come alive through intricate engravings as characters are guided by fate along unexpected twists and turns. In another gripping scene depicted in an engraving titled "The Foul, " experience a coxswain's nightmare on the eve of the University Boat Race – steering amidst chaos to secure victory. Venturing into unexplored realms is not limited to traditional vessels alone; discover the marvels of a cycle-boat during A Trip to the Nore captured vividly in color lithographs. Witness innovation taking flight as light becomes navigation for unmanned boats designed for war purposes. Amidst these tales lies history itself – mournful yet significant – with depictions recounting Pope Pius X's passing etched forever in memory.