Trawl Collection

"Second-Actors": Portrait of an actress in stage costumes
3569982 "Second-Actors": Portrait of an actress in stage costumes; (add.info.: Italy 1880-1890 Photographer: Schemboche H.); Alinari Archives, Florence.

"Second-Actors": Portrait of an actress on stage costumes
3569981 "Second-Actors": Portrait of an actress on stage costumes; (add.info.: Italy 1880-1890 Photographer: Cane', Fratelli); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Aerial view of people trading with fruits and vegetables on boats along the river in Brahmanbaria, Bangladesh

Sunset in the ocean with soft waves Sunset in the ocean with large sun dusk in orange sky and ships and boats silhouettes. Sea sunrise background. Landscape photography

Small boat fishing in endless ocean water

Aerial view of a few ferry boats randomly docked along Buriganga river side in Dhaka city centre, Bangladesh

Aerial view of several small commercial boats with people unloading watermelons at Old Dhaka river port along Buriganga river in Dhaka, Bangladesh

The beam trawl (litho)
6026089 The beam trawl (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The beam trawl. Illustration for Sea Fishing by John Bickerdyke (Longmans, Green)

Scientific Deep-Sea dredging off the West Coast of Ireland (engraving)
1055714 Scientific Deep-Sea dredging off the West Coast of Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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)

The Fishing Industry on the West Coast of Ireland (engraving)
1056014 The Fishing Industry on the West Coast of Ireland (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fishing Industry on the West Coast of Ireland)

Hauling up the trawl (engraving)
5212889 Hauling up the trawl (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hauling up the trawl)

The Miraculous Draught of Fishes (cartoon for the Sistine Chapel) (PRE RESTORATION)
SC34281 The Miraculous Draught of Fishes (cartoon for the Sistine Chapel) (PRE RESTORATION) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

The otter trawl (litho)
6026081 The otter trawl (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The otter trawl. Illustration for Sea Fishing by John Bickerdyke (Longmans, Green)

Minesweeper trawling for mines in the North Sea, WW1
A minesweeper trawling for mines in the North Sea on the outbreak of the First World War. A wire rope attached to a weight is dragged along the seabed

Picture No. 11676144
Fishing caught mackerel Date:

Picture No. 11676143
Fishing caught mackerel Date:

Picture No. 11676142
Fishing trawl catch on fishing boat deck Date:

Picture No. 11676141
Fishing trawl net opening on fishing boat deck Date:

Picture No. 11676140
Fishing trawl net opening on fishing boat deck Date:

Picture No. 11676317
Fishing trawl catch on fishing boat deck view from above Date:

SIGHTING TRAWL BUOY. DRAWN J. G. BROWN, US, USA, engraving 1880

A Fisherman Pulling in a Net, 1868 (oil on canvas)
XIR264762 A Fisherman Pulling in a Net, 1868 (oil on canvas) by Isabey, Louis Eugene Gabriel (1803-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pecheur ramenant un chalut; ); French, out of copyright

Fishing boat with beam trawls at sea, Morocco, November

Fishing boat with beam trawls, followed by seagull flock at sea, Norfolk, England, November

Trawl net washed up on beach, Gower Peninsula, West Glamorgan, Wales, March

Sighting Trawl Buoy. Drawn J. G. Brown, US, USA, Engraving 1880

Oiled trawl net washed up on beach, Worbarrow Bay, Dorset, England, september

Trawling for pike, Norfolk Broads, 1930s
A woman stands in a small rowing boat sculling and trawling for pike somewhere on the Norfolk Broads in the 1930s

17C River Fishing Etc
The Moon (LUNA) in her chariot passes over busy rural scene as scantily-clad villagers trawl river to net fish

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"Trawling Through History: From Minesweeper to Fishing Nets" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of trawling, a method that has shaped various aspects of our history. In World War I, minesweepers fearlessly trawled for deadly mines lurking beneath the surface of the North Sea, ensuring safe passage for ships. Fast forward to an aerial view along the Buriganga river in Dhaka city, where ferry boats are randomly docked. These vessels serve as a reminder of how trawling has become an integral part of transportation and trade across waterways. In another breathtaking scene from above, small commercial boats can be seen unloading bountiful watermelons at Old. This glimpse into daily life showcases how trawling supports local economies by providing fresh produce to markets worldwide. The beam trawl takes center stage in a lithograph capturing its intricate design and functionality. This innovative tool revolutionized fishing techniques and allowed fishermen to cast their nets wider than ever before, increasing their catch significantly. Venturing deep into scientific exploration off the West Coast of Ireland, we encounter deep-sea dredging depicted in an engraving. Scientists utilize this method to uncover hidden treasures beneath the ocean's depths while unraveling mysteries about marine ecosystems. Journeying further out onto the Dogger Bank through an enchanting engraving titled "Toilers of the Sea, " we witness brave fishermen engaged in arduous trawling efforts. Their resilience sustains coastal communities and provides nourishment for countless families. The West Coast of Ireland once again becomes our backdrop as we delve into another captivating engraving showcasing the bustling fishing industry. Trawlers dotting the horizon symbolize livelihoods built upon centuries-old traditions passed down from one generation to another. With great strength and teamwork depicted in yet another engraving titled "Hauling up the Trawl, " fishermen showcase their determination as they bring forth their hard-earned catch.