Boatman Collection (#9)

A Dutch boatman, 1898. Artist: Nico Jungmann
A Dutch boatman, 1898. Plate taken from The Studio magazine, volume 15, no 67 (London, 15th October 1898)

Sappho, Phaon and Cupid, 1809. Artist: Jacques-Louis David
Sappho, Phaon and Cupid, 1809. According to Greek legend, the poet Sappho fell in love with Phaon, a ferryman from the island of Lesbos, and when he rejected her

MALI, Mopti A pirogue loaded with passengers is poled along the Niger River near Mopti. The slender wooden canoes are the traditional craft for fishing and transporting passengers

Kuta Beach / Outrigger Boat & Boatman / Sunset, Bali, Indonesia Kuta Beach / Outrigger Boat & Boatman / Sunset, Bali, Indonesia

Lake Bratan / Pura Ulun Danu Bratan Temple & Boatman, Bali, Indonesia Lake Bratan / Pura Ulun Danu Bratan Temple & Boatman, Bali, Indonesia

A boatman rows between the hills and cliffs of the Chong an River, a local beauty spot in the heart of Guizhou Province

A boatman in his mokoro dug-out canoe takes tourists game viewing along one of the myriad waterways of the Okavango delta

Waterloo Bridge, c1910. Artist: Edward Louis Lawrenson
Waterloo Bridge, c1910. From The Studio Volume 53. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1911]

The Boatman, 1806-1875, (1906-7). Artist: Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot
The Boatman. From The Studio Volume 39 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1906-7.]

A sailing boat on the Irawaddy River, Burma, 1908. Artist: Stereo Travel Co
A sailing boat on the Irawaddy River, Burma, 1908. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Burmese boat on the Irrawaddy River, Burma, 1908. Artist: Stereo Travel Co
Burmese boat on the Irrawaddy River, Burma, 1908. Stereoscopic card. Detail

A boatman on the Irrawaddy River, Burma, 1908. Artist: Stereo Travel Co
A boatman on the Irrawaddy River, Burma, 1908. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Berberin boatmen, flooded isle of Philae, Egypt, c1922. Artist: Donald McLeish
Berberin boatmen, flooded isle of Philae, Egypt, c1922. The island and its ruins were regularly flooded after the construction of the Aswan Low Dam in 1902

Fight and tournament of the boatmen, River Seine, Paris, 1751 (1882-1884). Artist: Cosson
Fight and tournament of the boatmen, River Seine, Paris, 1751 (1882-1884). A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume III, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884

Study of a Dutch boatman, 1898. Artist: Nico Jungmann
Study of a Dutch boatman, 1898. Plate taken from The Studio magazine, volume 13, no 59 (London, 15th February 1898)

Hiring a Caique, Constantinople, 1877. A party of men and veiled women negotiate the hiring of a caique, a light boat used on the Bosphorus in what is now Istanbul, Turkey

Boatman, costume design for Shakespeares play, Henry VIII, 19th century. A 19th-century costume design for William Shakespeares (1564-1616) play, Henry VIII

French physicist Denis Papins, steamboat being wrecked, 1707 (1870)
French physicist Denis Papin s, steamboat being wrecked, 1707 (1870). The boatmen on the river Weser saw the boat powered by Papins (1647-1712)

Canal boat, 1796. Artist: Robert Fulton
Canal boat, 1796. A canal boat for passengers and freight with framework for a tarpaulin (top) and covered with the tarpaulin (bottom)

People on a boating trip, Zambezi River, Africa
People on a boating trip on the Zambezi River in Africa. Date: circa 1908

Family on a yachting trip, Southwold, Suffolk
Members of the Dalrymple family out on a yachting trip, Southwold, Suffolk. Date: 1908

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Salt the Boatmans Wife. circa 1930s

Happy Families Playing Cards - Miss Salt the Boatmans Daughter. circa 1930s

Happy Families Playing Cards - Master Salt the Boatmans Son. circa 1930s

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mr Salt the Boatman. circa 1930s

Native boatmen with canoes. Date: circa 1920s

Home on a raft of logs - East Prussian Canal. Date: circa 1920s

People on ferry boat, Japan
People on a ferry boat, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Burmese boatman, Burma (Myanmar). Date: circa 1890s

Chocolate box design, harbour scene with boats
Chocolate box design, featuring a harbour scene with boats and boatmen, and a green ribbon and bow. Date: 20th century

River Distant Tower 1865 Oil canvas 21 1 / 2 x 30 7 / 8
Artokoloro

Sumidagawa No Yuki Sumida River Snow Series Famous Places
Artokoloro

Maius Junius, print made by Aegidius Sadeler II, 1615 (engraving)
XJF486385 Maius Junius, print made by Aegidius Sadeler II, 1615 (engraving) by Brill or Bril, Paul (1554-1626) (after); 37.2 x 49 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Otto Greiner, Studies for a Boatman, German, 1869 - 1916, black and blue chalk on red-brown paper

Workers on the Silent Highway, 1877-78 (b / w photo)
XJF444361 Workers on the Silent Highway, 1877-78 (b/w photo) by Thomson, John (1837-1921); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Our Boatman at Tahiti, French Polynesia, Southern Pacific Ocean

Charon, the Ferryman of Hell, from The Divine Comedy (Inferno) by Dante Alighieri
XJF393884 Charon, the Ferryman of Hell, from The Divine Comedy (Inferno) by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) engraved by Stephane Pannemaker (1847-1930) c.1868 (engraving) by Dore

A Boat Passing a Lock (oil on canvas)
XCF188992 A Boat Passing a Lock (oil on canvas) by Constable, John (1776-1837); Royal Academy of Arts Library, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Charon Passing the Shades (oil on canvas)
XIR188802 Charon Passing the Shades (oil on canvas) by Subleyras, Pierre (1699-1749); 135x83 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

A Barge below Flatford Lock, c. 1810 (oil on canvas)
XYC158027 A Barge below Flatford Lock, c.1810 (oil on canvas) by Constable, John (1776-1837); 19.5x31.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

A Wherry Taking Passengers out to Two Anchored Packets, 1825 (oil on panel)
XYC157896 A Wherry Taking Passengers out to Two Anchored Packets, 1825 (oil on panel) by Anderson, William (1757-1837); 26.8x33.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Charon and Psyche (oil on canvas)
BAL11062 Charon and Psyche (oil on canvas) by Stanhope, John Roddam Spencer (1829-1908); 95.2x138.4 cm; Private Collection; Roy Miles Fine Paintings; English, out of copyright

Landscape with Lake and Boatman; Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, French, 1796 - 1875; 1839; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 62.5 x 102.9 cm (24 5/8 x 40 1/2 in.)

FLORIDA: SEMINOLE CANOE. Seminole Native Americans traveling by canoe in the Florida Everglades. Photographed by Julian A. Dimock, c1910

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS (1451-1506). Italian navigator. Columbus departing from Palos, Spain, on 3 August 1492. Lithograph, American, 1893, after Victor A. Searles

The Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey - Buyukdere - formerly the Greek-Byzantine Vathys Kolpos District Date: circa 1908

Borneo, Indonesia - Bandjermasin (the capital of Former Dutch Borneo) Date: circa 1903

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"Journeying through Time and Tide: The Legacy of Boatmen" Step back in time to witness the remarkable tales of boatmen who navigated rivers, canals, and seas, leaving an indelible mark on history. Meet Eustace Rogers, the last coracle man of Ironbridge in Shropshire, whose skillful maneuvers captivated all who witnessed his artistry. Picture yourself at Malpas Ferry in Cornwall around 1887, as you marvel at the bustling landing where boats arrived from Tregothnan. Transport yourself to Venice's enchanting Grand Canal and behold the iconic Rialto Bridge alongside a gondolier gracefully guiding their vessel—a scene that has earned its place as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel further back to 1804 when Thames Watermen ruled London's riverways with their expertise and unrivaled knowledge. Immerse yourself in Wales' rich heritage as you gaze upon Conwy Castle from its majestic landing place—where boatmen once ferried passengers across shimmering waters. Experience the raw power of nature with Ando Hiroshige's depiction of a Japanese Storm at Sea—an awe-inspiring reminder of the bravery displayed by seafaring souls. Witness history unfold before your eyes as you step aboard Bury's ferry during 1931—a testament to human ingenuity bridging gaps between communities. Explore Malta's Valletta and be transported into another era aboard a traditional Dghajsa boat—the echoes of past voyages whispering through every wave. Marvel at Florence's Ponte Vecchio spanning over River Arno—a timeless symbol connecting people throughout centuries. Lose yourself amidst Udaipur's tranquil lake adorned with a palace while gliding gently on a serene boat ride—an experience that transcends time itself. Finally, brave the harsh winter conditions during 1947 along Thames Estuary—where resilient boatmen battled treacherous waves to ensure vital connections remained intact.