Vaisseau Collection

The Pinta, the Nina and the Santa Maria sailing towards the West Indies in 1492, from The Discovery of America
IND113069 The Pinta, the Nina and the Santa Maria sailing towards the West Indies in 1492, from The Discovery of America, 1878 (colour litho) by Spanish School

Vase in the style of a vessel with mast, in pink and green with Chinese painting, and ribbon with gold fleurs de liys
FLO4633304 Vase in the style of a vessel with mast, in pink and green with Chinese painting, and ribbon with gold fleurs de liys, Vincennes, 1752

The Santa Maria Approaching the Coast of the New World in 1492, from The Discovery of America, pub
IND113074 The Santa Maria Approaching the Coast of the New World in 1492, from The Discovery of America, pub. Barcelona, 1878 (litho) by Spanish School

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Vaisseau (Helice de); Screw propeller; Schraubendampfsehiff (engraving)
7197870 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Vaisseau (Helice de); Screw propeller; Schraubendampfsehiff (engraving) by European School

Uniform of a ships ensign, enseigne de vaisseau, French Navy, 1844. Handcoloured woodblock print by Pauquet after Bara et Gerard from Eugene Paninis Marine, arsenaux, navires, equipages, navigation

Uniform of a first mate, premier maitre, French Navy, 1844. Handcoloured woodblock print by Pauquet after Goyer from Eugene Paninis Marine, arsenaux, navires, equipages, navigation, atterages

Caricature sur le Vaisseau volant de Blanchard (engraving)
5228221 Caricature sur le Vaisseau volant de Blanchard (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caricature sur le Vaisseau volant de Blanchard)

Vaisseau volant de Blanchard (engraving)
3644660 Vaisseau volant de Blanchard (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vaisseau volant de Blanchard. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1853)

Vaisseau portant, sur sa batterie inferieure, une inscription flamande, avec la date 1523
6022295 Vaisseau portant, sur sa batterie inferieure, une inscription flamande, avec la date 1523, a l Armeria real de Madrid (engraving) by French School

Imaginary view of a flying machine
Imaginary front view of a Vaisseau Volant (flying machine), looking like a Faberge egg with green wings. Date: 1780s

The Ship La Ville de Paris launched at the port of Rochefort, 19th January 1760
XIR169303 The Ship La Ville de Paris launched at the port of Rochefort, 19th January 1760 (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Lidded Pot-pourri Vase (vase or pot-pourri vaisseau a mat, deuxieme grandeur); Painting on front panel attributed to Charles-Nicolas Dodin, French, 1734 - 1803, active at Sevres, France from 1754

Utilite particuliere, du vaisseau volant Divers utilites, du vaisseau volant. Published: 1782 Two songs illustrated with humorous pictures of men using flying machines for various purposes

Technical diagram of a flying machine, with measurements and annotations. The small red circle labelled C is the pilots seat. late 18th century

Technical diagram of a flying machine, with pilot
Technical diagram of a flying machine, with measurements and annotations, and a pilot seated at the controls. circa late 18th century

People and animals with a balloon
Fanciful design showing crowds of people and animals watching the ascent of an idealised balloon (complete with what appears to be a key to wind it up)

Utilite particuliere, du vaisseau volant Divers utilites, du vaisseau volant. Two songs illustrated with humorous pictures of men using flying machines for various purposes

Andre Beaumont, winner of the Great Air Race
Andre Beaumont of the French Navy, winner of the Great Air Race, also known as the Round Britain Air Race, covering 1000 miles in five days (22-26 July). Twenty pilots took part

The Flying-boat Lieutenant de Vaisseau Paris, February 193
Photograph of the 37-ton flying-boat Lieutenant de Vaisseau Paris during public trials on the Etang de Biscarosse in the Landes, France

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"The Vaisseau: A Journey through Time and Seas" Step aboard the historical vessel of exploration as we embark on a captivating voyage. Picture yourself amidst the vast ocean, where The Pinta, the Nina, and the Santa Maria sailed towards the West Indies in 1492. This iconic moment from "The Discovery of America" in 1878 comes alive with vibrant colors that transport us to a time of great discovery. In another lithograph from Barcelona's publication of "The Discovery of America, " witness The Santa Maria gracefully approaching the coast of the New World. Its majestic presence against an unknown horizon symbolizes courage and curiosity that forever changed history. Le Vocabulaire Illustre introduces us to modern advancements with an engraving showcasing a Helice de vaisseau - a screw propeller. This innovation revolutionized maritime travel, propelling ships forward with newfound efficiency. Explore naval traditions through engravings depicting uniforms such as those worn by ship ensigns and first mates in France's Navy during 1844. These images remind us of their dedication and expertise in navigating treacherous waters. Delve into whimsical illustrations like Caricature sur le Vaisseau volant de Blanchard, which showcases Blanchard's flying machine - a fantastical creation that captures our imagination about what could be possible beyond earthly boundaries. Travel back further in time with an engraving displaying a vaisseau portant une inscription flamande dated 1523 at Armeria real de Madrid. This historic vessel proudly carries its Flemish heritage upon its lower battery, reminding us of diverse cultural influences within seafaring history. Immerse yourself in flights of fancy with an imaginary view of a flying machine; it sparks dreams and aspirations for future explorations yet to come. Triumphant freedom arrives at port aboard The Parisian vessel - symbolic imagery representing liberty bringing prosperity to nations under constitutional rule. It serves as a reminder that ships have not only carried goods but also the hopes and dreams of societies.